Wen addresses China-ASEAN Summit as joint statement issued

China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations have "the wisdom and capability" to handle disputes over territorial claims and maritime rights, said Premier Wen Jiabao during the 15th China-ASEAN Summit on Monday.

Both parties pledged, in a joint statement issued to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea, to exercise self-restraint in any activity that might escalate tension.