BEIJING, July 30 (Xinhua) -- A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson on Thursday warned relevant parties against dangerous approaches to Chinese naval vessels to prevent unintended air and maritime incidents.

This video screenshot shows Chinese navy vessels Qijiguang (below) and Jinggangshan (above) sailing in formation in the Pacific Ocean, Oct. 24, 2024. (File photo: Xinhua)

Spokesperson Mao Ning made the remarks at a daily press briefing in response to a related query, adding that the activities of the Chinese military always comply with international law and international practice.

According to media reports, a commercial drone recently approached a Chinese naval vessel in the relevant waters.