China Criticizes Japan's Joint Maritime Training with Taiwan

China has formally opposed Japan's joint maritime training with Taiwan, urging Japan to respect the one-China principle and not support Taiwan independence. The Chinese Foreign Ministry has lodged a complaint, emphasizing its disapproval of Japan's actions.

China has expressed strong opposition to Japan's recent joint maritime training exercises with Taiwan, according to a statement by the Chinese Foreign Ministry on Friday. The ministry confirmed that a formal complaint has been lodged with Japan over the issue.

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian stressed the need for Japan to adhere to the one-China principle and to correct its actions promptly. He urged Japan not to support Taiwan independence separatist forces in any form.

The situation underlines the ongoing tension in the region, where China's stance on Taiwan remains a critical point of international diplomacy.