Envoy: South Korea stands with Phl on sea issue

South Korea stands with the Philippines in upholding the rule of law amid "palpable" tensions in the region and the "turbulent" situation in the South China Sea, Ambassador Lee Sang-Hwa said.

- By PIA LEE-BRAGO

In his remarks at the Korea National Day reception on Wednesday, Lee emphasized that solidarity among nations is "essential" amid rising tensions in the South China Sea.

"Here in our own region, the tensions are palpable as the waves of the South China Sea grow ever more turbulent," Lee said.

"In times like these, solidarity among nations committed to freedom, democracy, human rights, and the rule of law becomes not just desirable but essential," he said.

Despite the tensions in the region, the ambassador said the partnership between South Korea and the Philippines stands as a beacon of stability.

The Korea National Day coincides with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations with the Philippines.