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flag China urges faster South China Sea Code of Conduct progress amid ongoing regional talks.

flag China is pushing for faster progress on the South China Sea Code of Conduct (COC), with Chinese envoy Jing Quan expressing optimism amid the Philippines’ ASEAN chairmanship. flag Talks have intensified since the Philippines took the lead, though China rejects the 2016 arbitral ruling favoring the Philippines. flag A joint roadmap to ease tensions around disputed shoals is under discussion. flag Malaysia’s Foreign Minister said the COC is 70% complete, with major issues resolved, signaling potential finalization this year. flag Meanwhile, Malaysia and Singapore continue maritime boundary talks under UNCLOS, and Singapore reported crackdowns on tax evasion and scams.

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