Q: According to media reports, Pentagon Spokesperson said recently that the U.S. aircraft carrier USS George Washington would take part in the ROK-U.S. joint military exercises in the Yellow Sea in the coming months. What's China's comment on that?

A: We have expressed our clear and firm position on the ROK-U.S. joint military exercises to the relevant parties on several occasions. We urge the relevant parties to take China's position and concern seriously.