In a recent press conference, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesman Lin Jian asserted that the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Navy and China Coast Guard (CCG) operated lawfully in the East China Sea, urging other nations not to overreact or misinterpret these actions. His remarks coincided with French President Emmanuel Macron’s state visit to China, where he and President Xi Jinping engaged in friendly exchanges and visited the Dujiangyan irrigation system, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This visit underscores the deepening ties between France and China, as both nations commemorate the 60th anniversary of their diplomatic relations. The situation highlights ongoing regional tensions in the East China Sea and the significance of diplomatic dialogues in mitigating conflicts.