general gregorio pio catapang said china is carrying out construction on seven reefs of the islands. he said reclaimed areas at fiery cross and subi reefs are large enough for air strips. satalite images suggest china is building a runway on fiery cross. the general said similar work is picking up speed. the reef is close to an island controlled by the philippines. >> it might create friction so i think we have to really know the intention of china, what's the purpose of this rec la make? >> philippine foreign ministry representative said that the president will raise the issue at a summit of the association of southeast asian nations next week. china in turn warned the body from discussing the issue. >> translator: this south china sea issue is not a matter between china and asean. we oppose any attempts to damage our ties with asean members by capitalizing on the territorial disputes. >> china says the issue should be discussed on a bilateral basis. >>> leaders in thailand have taken a step toward returning the country to democratic rule. they have begun debate on drafting a new co