Core Viewpoint - The international seminar held in Beijing emphasized China's historical and legal claims over the Spratly and Paracel Islands, highlighting the importance of international legal documents in establishing post-war order [1] Group 1: Historical and Legal Basis - Scholars presented historical documents, archives, and maps to support China's sovereignty over the Spratly and Paracel Islands, asserting that there is sufficient historical and legal evidence [1] - Research on foreign archives indicated that major countries at the time recognized China's sovereignty over these islands [1] - The recovery of the South China Sea islands by China after World War II is considered a crucial part of the post-war international order established by documents such as the Cairo Declaration and the Potsdam Proclamation [1] Group 2: Regional Cooperation and Dispute Management - Experts discussed strategies for managing disputes and promoting regional cooperation, aiming to transform the South China Sea into a sea of peace, friendship, and collaboration [1]