In the latest diplomatic joust between the Japan and China over the tensions in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), Tokyo has criticized a 29 August statement by Beijing, saying it “contains serious misrepresentations on diverse matters over which Japan’s basic positions have been expressed previously.” The statement, issued by the Embassy of Japan on 30 August, dismissed China’s attempts at diverting attention away from their recent aggressive maneuvers in the WPS. Japan reiterated its position on the matter and urged all parties to adhere to international law while noting China’s failure to do so thus far.

Price, N., & Kabagani, L. J. (2024, September 1). WPS word war flares up anew. Daily Tribune, pp. A1, A2.