Cooperation is the best way to solve a number of sometimes stubborn problems, said an article in the People's Daily (excerpt below).

Philippine politicians tried their best to ruin the East Asia Foreign Diplomat Conference in Brunei. Most ASEAN countries stood on China's side and called for maintaining regional peace and stability through dialogue.

Even though Asian economies play an important role in stimulating global economic recovery, development remains the common objective. Without a secure and stable environment, the objective cannot be realized. Asia needs to fend off foreign intervention and keep a stable environment for the continent's development.

The economic vitality of the Asian economy also relies on cooperation and development.

To create such an environment, all nations should deepen mutual understanding and practical cooperation.

It is the 10th anniversary of China-ASEAN strategic partnership. The cooperation mechanism between the two sides should serve as an example for the whole region.

Asian nations should resist the Philippine's irresponsible demeanor.