Overflight of Diaoyu violates Chinese sovereignty: DM

Source:Globaltimes.cn Published: 2012-10-16 20:01:00

Seven Chinese warships passed over the waters between the Yonaguni Island and Iriomote Island of Okinawa prefecture, Japan on the morning of October 16, according to Japanese media.

China's warships were conducting the routine training and navigation in the area, which is "justified and legitimate", said the Defense Ministry in an exclusive response carried on huanqiu.com, the Chinese website of Global Times newspaper.

The Defense Ministry also pointed out that Japan has severely violated China's sovereignty by sending military aircraft to the waters near Diaoyu Islands recently. China's Defense Ministry is keeping a close eye on Japan's moves, and demands Japan halt any action that may complicate or escalate the Diaoyu Islands dispute.



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