LONDON, Oct 19 (Reuters)– British Prime Minister Theresa May worried the significance of worldwide maritime legislation in a conference with Chinese Premier Li Keqiang on Friday, May’s workplace stated in a declaration.

“The Prime Minister reiterated the UK’s firm commitment to the rules-based international system, including the importance of freedom of navigation and maritime security, in line with international law,” the declaration released adhering to a conference in Brussels included.

Last month, Beijing shared rage after a British Royal Navy battleship cruised near to islands asserted by China in the South China Sea, claiming Britain had actually taken part in “provocation.” (Reporting by William James as well as Alistair Smout; modifying by Stephen Addison)

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