China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed concern over the growing military deployment by Japan in Okinawa and warned of possible provocations.
According to the Argentine News Agency, at a press conference, spokesperson Guo Jiakun responded to reports indicating that Japan's Ministry of Defense signed an agreement to lease land and deploy a mobile surveillance radar unit on the eastern island of Okinawa.
The objective would be to monitor the movements of Chinese aircraft carriers and aircraft in the waters between Okinawa and Miyako.
Guo emphasized that "countries enjoy freedom of navigation and overflight according to international law," and urged to observe whether Tokyo is using these measures "to provoke incidents to justify its military buildup."
Regional Concern
The spokesperson recalled Japan's militarist past and noted that its recent actions are being closely watched by Asian neighbors and the international community.
He also mentioned: - deployments near Taiwan; - intentions to install medium-range missiles; - the sending of soldiers and radars to monitor China.
Guo questioned whether these initiatives aim to rearm the country and encourage military missions abroad, which he considers risky for regional stability.
The official urged the Japanese government to act with prudence and assured that Beijing will continue to defend its national security and peace in the region.
