The Chinese mainland has issued formal representations to Australia regarding an Australian military plane's deliberate intrusion into its airspace, stated foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun on Thursday.
Guo addressed questions about the unauthorized entry that occurred over the Xisha Islands, emphasizing that the action violated the Chinese mainland's sovereignty and posed a threat to its national security.
\"The expelling actions the Chinese side took are justified, legal, professional and restrained,\" Guo stated.
He further asserted that the Chinese mainland has formally requested Australia to halt its infringements and provocations, and to cease actions that undermine peace and stability in the South China Sea.
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China warns Australia over deliberate intrusion into its airspace
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