BEIJING, Nov. 18 (Xinhua) — A Chinese international ministry spokesperson mentioned on Tuesday that Diaoyu Dao and its affiliated islands are China’s inherent territory, and China doesn’t settle for the unjustified illustration by Japan over the patrol by China Coast Guard (CCG) in its territorial waters.
Spokesperson Mao Ning made the remarks at a every day press briefing, in response to a question about media stories that 4 CCG vessels entered the waters across the Diaoyu Dao on Nov. 16, and Minoru Kihara, Japan’s chief cupboard secretary, mentioned the nation has lodged stern protests over the patrol through diplomatic channels.