Spokesperson Hong Lei said that China holds a consistent and clear position on maritime issues in the neighborhood.

洪磊表示，中国在周边涉海问题上的立场是一贯的、明确的。

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It is China's consistent position to resolve issues of territorial sovereignty and maritime delimitation through peaceful negotiations.

中国一贯主张在尊重历史事实的基础上通过谈判和平解决领土和海洋划界争议。

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Six Maritime has taken a unique position in its fight against pirates.

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As for Somalia - whose position along the Gulf of Aden provides it a similarly critical maritime posture - Iran has been exploiting its condition as a failed state for several years.

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