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flag China asserts lawful coast guard patrols around Diaoyu Dao, rejecting Japan's claims and urging restraint.

flag China's Ministry of National Defense reaffirmed on January 8, 2026, that patrols by its coast guard around Diaoyu Dao and its affiliated islands are lawful and necessary, as the islands are China's inherent territory. flag Spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang stated the operations safeguard maritime rights and sovereignty, rejecting Japanese media claims of a record number of patrols. flag He urged Japan to avoid escalatory rhetoric and actions, warning such moves could backfire.

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