The United States has issued its first criticism of China after Chinese fighter jets intermittently locked their radar on Japanese military aircraft over international waters, an incident that has intensified tensions between the two Asian neighbors.
“China’s actions are not conducive to regional peace and stability,” a State Department spokesperson said on Dec. 9, referring to the radar incident on Dec. 6.
“The U.S.–Japan Alliance is stronger and more united than ever. Our commitment to our ally Japan is unwavering, and we are in close contact on this and other issues.”
The run-in happened over the high seas of Japan’s Okinawa Island and lasted about 30 minutes across two encounters on Dec. 6, according to the Japanese defense ministry….
US Stands With Japan After China Targeted Japanese Aircraft With Radar
