NEW YORK -- In a letter to the United Nations, Malaysia has stated that China's maritime claims in the South China Sea have no legal basis, potentially signaling that Kuala Lumpur is hardening its stance.
South China Sea
Malaysia says China's maritime claims have no legal basis
Country uses language similar to US and Australia over South China Sea
A helicopter takes off from the U.S. Navy's USS Ronald Reagan aircraft carrier in the South China Sea on July 17. © Reuters
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