Updates on marine salvage operation to be shared

Beijing said it will maintain communication with the International Maritime Organization and keep it updated on managing the aftermath of the ship collision in the East China Sea.

Foreign Ministry spokesman Lu Kang made the remarks on Thursday, after Kitack Lim, the organization's secretary-general, commended those involved in efforts to rescue the crew and put out the fire.

"Following confirmation that the oil tanker Sanchi has now sunk, after the collision off the coast of China, our thoughts and hopes remain with the seafarers still missing. Our deepest condolences go to the families and loved ones of those who have lost their lives," Lim said in a recent message.