Chinese naval ship's activities in relevant waters are fully consistent with international law and common practices, Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said at a press briefing in Beijing on Monday.
Lin made remarks in response to a Japanese reporter's question about Chinese aircraft carrier Liaoning's move in the Pacific waters near Japan.
"Chinese naval ship's activities in relevant waters fully comply with international law and common practices. China always follows a national defense policy that is defensive in nature. We hope the Japanese side could view the matter objectively and rationally," Lin said.
Spokesman on Liaoning carrier's activities in relevant waters
Spokesman on Liaoning carrier's activities in relevant waters
Protesters filled Mexico City's Paseo de la Reforma on Saturday, rallying in solidarity with Venezuela and denouncing U.S. influence in Latin America.
The United States launched a large-scale military operation against Venezuela in the early hours of Jan 3, taking by force Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores.
Holding numerous flags and banners while chanting slogans intermittently, a huge crowd of protesters criticized U.S. military actions against Venezuela and the unlawful control over President Maduro and his spouse, calling for respect for national sovereignty and regional peace.
"We oppose the U.S. intervention and hegemony towards the countries in Latin America. The United States has flagrantly trampled on international law, bombed Caracas and kidnapped the Maduro couple. The U.S. interventionism has become extremely blatant. We must firmly oppose and be highly vigilant, because this is not only related to a certain country, but also to all countries," said a protester.
"We demand that the United States stop interfering in Venezuela's internal affairs. The country must immediately cease its exploitation and plundering of the countries in Latin America," said another protester.
Protest erupts in Mexico City over US military operation in Venezuela
