Chinese Coast Guard Lawfully Drives Away Japanese Vessels Illegally Entering Our Diaoyu Islands Territorial Waters
Chinese Coast Guard spokesperson Jiang Lue stated that on May 26, the Japanese fishing vessel "Lion" illegally entered the territorial waters of China's Diaoyu Islands. The Chinese Coast Guard vessels took necessary control measures and issued warnings to drive it away in accordance with the law. The Diaoyu Islands and their affiliated islets are inherent territory of China, and we urge the Japanese side to immediately cease all infringing provocations in these waters. The Chinese Coast Guard will continue to carry out law enforcement to protect rights and interests in the Diaoyu Islands waters, safeguarding national sovereignty and maritime rights.
On May 26, the Chinese Coast Guard expelled the Japanese fishing vessel 'Lion' from the waters around Diaoyu Island, asserting China's sovereignty over the territory. The Chinese authorities warned Japan to cease all provocative actions in the area and stated that law enforcement operations would continue to protect national sovereignty and maritime rights.
- Chinese Coast Guard expelled a Japanese fishing vessel from Diaoyu Island waters.
- The incident occurred on May 26.
- The Chinese government asserts sovereignty over Diaoyu Island.
- The Chinese Coast Guard will continue law enforcement in the area.
- Japan is urged to stop provocative actions in the region.