On the 29th, Zhang Xiaogang, Deputy Director of the Information Bureau of the Ministry of National Defense and spokesperson for the Ministry of National Defense, stated at a regular press conference that we should not take risks for other countries and avoid harming our own interests. In response to a reporter's question about the recent tripartite security conference held by the United States, Japan, and the Philippines, Zhang Xiaogang said that China has always advocated that bilateral and multilateral security cooperation should be beneficial to regional peace and stability, and should not target or harm the interests of third parties. At present, the situation in the East China Sea and South China Sea remains generally stable, but some countries outside the region are stirring up trouble for their own selfish ends, engaging in military provocation, creating camp confrontations, and increasing regional tensions. Regional countries should be highly vigilant in this regard, not taking chestnuts out of the fire for other countries, and avoid harming their own interests. Zhang Xiaogang emphasized that China is a staunch defender and builder of the international maritime rule of law, committed to resolving disputes through negotiation and consultation. We urge relevant countries to stop damaging China's territorial sovereignty and maritime rights, as well as words and actions that lead to the complexity of the situation. The Chinese military will closely monitor changes in the situation, take resolute and effective measures, and firmly defend national sovereignty, security, and development interests. (New News Agency)