The China Media Group has jointly hosted the launch of the CMG Expert Committee on South China Sea Studies, as well as the release of the Southeast Asia Perceptions Report on the waters. The event, organized in collaboration with the National Institute for South China Sea Studies and the Huayang Center for Maritime Cooperation and Ocean Governance, took place on Saturday at CMG's Sanya base in south China's Hainan Province. Dai Kaiyi reports.

Speakers at the event emphasized that the South China Sea is more than just a strategic waterway – it is a shared link between China and Southeast Asia, bound by history, culture, friendship, and economic prosperity. They stressed that discussions on the region should take a broad and multifaceted approach rather than being narrowly defined by geopolitics.

The CMG Expert Committee on South China Sea Studies brings together 28 leading scholars and professionals specializing in the field, aiming to contribute to the promotion of rational, fair and objective perspectives on the region.

During the event, organizers also released the Southeast Asia Perceptions Report on the South China Sea. The findings show strong public support for resolving disputes through diplomatic dialog and negotiations.

DAI KAIYI Sanya, Hainan Province "This event creates a platform where media, think tanks, research institutions, and international organizations can engage in cross-sector dialogue. The goal is to reshape approaches to regional cooperation, governance, and sustainable development in the South China Sea – fostering fresh perspectives and collaborative solutions. Dai Kaiyi, CGTN, Sanya."