The statement, released by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations at the close of a summit of the leaders of its 10 member states in Kuala Lumpur, didn’t mention any country by name.
“We share the serious concerns expressed by some leaders on the land reclamation being undertaken in the South China Sea, which has eroded trust and confidence and may undermine peace, security and stability in the South China Sea,” according to the Asean chairman’s statement, which was dated Monday and released to the media Tuesday. While Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak is hosting the gathering and thereby serving as Asean chairman, the statement reflects the consensus of the body.
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