BEIJING, Nov. 1 -- "The Philippines, in collusion with non-regional countries, conducted so-called 'joint patrol' to stir up trouble in the South China Sea from October 30 to 31, seriously undermining regional peace and stability," condemned Air Force Senior Colonel Tian Junli, spokesperson for the Chinese PLA Southern Theater Command, in a written statement released on Saturday.

"Facts have proved that the Philippines is the troublemaker in the South China Sea issue and the wrecker of regional stability," Tian added, stating that the Chinese PLA Southern Theater Command deployed forces to closely monitor the situation, and ensured that all moves that stir up troubles or incite tensions in South China Sea remain under control.

The spokesperson emphasized that troops of the PLA Southern Theater Command remain on high alert at all times and will resolutely defend China's sovereignty, security, and maritime rights and interests.

北京11月1日电 南部战区新闻发言人田军里空军大校表示，10月30日至31日，菲律宾拉拢域外国家搅局南海，组织所谓“联合巡航”，严重破坏地区和平稳定。有关事态进一步证明，菲是南海问题搅局者、地区稳定破坏者。中国人民解放军南部战区组织兵力严密跟监，任何搅局南海、制造热度的活动尽在掌握。战区部队持续保持高度戒备，坚决捍卫国家领土主权和海洋权益。