China's Taiwan Affairs Office Accuses Japan's Self-Defense Force of Provocative Actions in Taiwan Strait

China's Taiwan Affairs Office issued a statement regarding recent naval activity in the Taiwan Strait. The office stated that Japan's Self-Defense Force sent ships into the strait. It described the deployment as an effort to provoke tensions.

to the statement, the action undermines political ties between China and Japan. The office further noted that it endangers China's sovereignty. The Taiwan Strait separates mainland China from Taiwan and is a key maritime route in the region. Such naval transits have occurred amid ongoing geopolitical discussions involving China, Japan, and other nations.

specific details on the timing or number of ships were provided in the statement. The accusation comes as regional maritime activities continue to draw international attention.