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China sends coast guard vessels to disputed Senkaku Islands

China has sent coast guard vessels to the disputed Senkaku Islands, escalating tensions with Japan over the territory.

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A confrontation around the disputed islands could worsen China-Japan relations and create risks for regional security and maritime activity.

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  1. China Escalates Tensions With Japan, Sends Coast Guard to Disputed Senkaku Islands ↗chiangraitimes.com · Recorded source date: Sep 12, 2026, 1:01 PM UTC
  2. FEATURE:Chinese coast guard turns to the Pacific ↗taipeitimes.com · Recorded source date: Sep 12, 2026, 5:16 PM UTC

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