Top Asian News 12:19 p.m. GMT

DAVAO, Philippines (AP) — The top diplomats from Japan and the Philippines called on China Thursday to avoid intimidating actions and follow the rule of law in disputed waters where Beijing has defied an arbitration ruling that invalidated its expansive territorial claims. Foreign Secretary Perfecto Yasay Jr. and his Japanese counterpart Fumio Kishida made the call after meeting in southern Davao city, where they discussed their countries' territorial rifts with China, including Tokyo's help to provide patrol vessels to the Philippines, and enhancing strategic ties. Kishida later met President Rodrigo Duterte. "Maritime order based on the rule of law is indispensable for regional stability and prosperity," Kishida told reporters, adding that the international community should strive to ensure that long-seething conflicts are resolved peacefully.

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