China Demands Japan Release Detained Fishing Vessel

China and Japan clash over fishing boat detention. Beijing lodged a formal complaint with Tokyo on Friday regarding the apprehension of a Taiwanese fishing vessel, the "Hong Cai Tou 6." A spokesperson for the Chinese foreign ministry stated that Japan's actions violated the China-Japan Fisheries Agreement, asserting that Japan lacked the authority to detain the vessel in the waters in question. The spokesperson demanded that Japan immediately release the vessel and take steps to prevent similar incidents. This incident highlights the ongoing tensions between China and Japan over maritime issues and territorial claims. While the specific details of the incident remain unclear, the Chinese government's strong response underscores the sensitivity of the issue.