Beijing, June 9 -- The Xinhua Institute, a think tank affiliated with Xinhua News Agency, released a report on Sunday highlighting China's commitment to transforming the South China Sea into a sea of peace, friendship, and cooperation.

The report, titled "Making the South China Sea a Sea of Peace, Friendship and Cooperation: China's Actions" and published in both Chinese and English, noted that China has always been a steadfast advocate, promoter, and guardian of peace and stability in the South China Sea.

According to the report, China has long maintained that peace and stability in these waters depend on collaborative efforts between China and member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Through deepened trust ...