Q: On August 7, the US Department of State spokesperson Marie Harf answered the question that China has finished field survey for the site selection of lighthouses on five islands of the Xisha Islands, saying that for a very long time America believes that territorial disputes should be managed and resolved peacefully, diplomatically, and in accordance with international law. How does China comment on this?
A: Xisha Islands and Nansha Islands are inherent territory of China. China has long been building and maintaining lighthouses and other navigational aids on islands of the Xisha Islands and Nansha Islands. What China has done is beyond any reproach since it provides necessary measures to safeguard the navigational safety of vessels passing by and serves the public good in conformity with the requirement of relevant international rules.