China has launched a new coast guard patrol east of Taiwan, intensifying maritime tensions despite growing international concern over its activities near the self-governed island. Beijing said the operation would enforce what it described as law enforcement duties within its jurisdictional waters, while Taiwan strongly rejected the move as unlawful and destabilizing for regional security. […]
East China Sea
Japan protests Chinese East China Sea demand
Japan lodged a diplomatic protest on Wednesday after China demanded a Japanese research vessel halt a seabed survey in the East China Sea. Tokyo called the demand unacceptable because the survey occurred within Japan’s exclusive economic zone. The dispute adds to growing tensions between Asia’s two largest economies. According to Japan’s Coast Guard, the research […]
Japan tells citizens in China to stay safe as relations sour
Japan has warned its citizens in China to take extra safety precautions amid a growing diplomatic dispute over Taiwan. Citizens were advised to avoid crowded places and remain alert to suspicious behavior. The warning comes after Japanese leaders’ recent statements heightened tensions with Beijing. The advisory from Japan’s embassy emphasized respecting local customs and being […]