By Fei Liena

July 21, 2016

"Dialogue is key to resolving disputes in the South China Sea, and China's 'dual-track' approach offers an excellent opportunity for it.

Despite all the possible jarring noises, those who participate in the ongoing foreign ministers meeting of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) always need to bear that principle in mind.

The 'dual-track' approach stipulates that historical disputes should be handled peacefully and properly through direct talks between the parties involved, and China and the ASEAN members should join hands to safeguard the peace and stability in the South China Sea."

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