China and Japan held high-level consultations on maritime affairs, focusing on maritime defense, law enforcement, and the marine economy. Both sides agreed to implement the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries and continue to maintain close communication on maritime affairs.
Washington's provocative moves in the waters off China's doorstep were among the top concerns raised by Beijing at the recently concluded second round of China-US consultations on maritime affairs. It urged the US to "seriously respect China's territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests, and refrain from meddling in maritime disputes between China and its neighbors", the statement said. Diao …
