Japan To Investigate China Warships Near Okinawa -- Reuters
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan said on Tuesday it would investigate the sighting of several Chinese submarines and warships last week in the high seas near the southern island of Okinawa, where U.S. bases are concentrated in Japan.
Two submarines and eight vessels were spotted on Saturday about 140 km (90 miles) southwest of Okinawa, the first time Japan has confirmed the presence of Chinese submarines and such a large number of vessels in the area, defence ministry officials said.
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My Comment: As China expands its fleet and forms alliances abroad, Japan should expect more of these "sightings".
What I am waiting for is the day when such a fleet of Chinese vessels are detected off the coast of Hawaii .... hmmmm .... that is going to wake up a few people in Washington.
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