Tuesday, April 13, 2010

Chinese Warships And Subs Detected Near Okinawa.


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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More News On Chinese Naval Vessels Detected Near Okinawa

Japan says China subs, warships came near Okinawa -- AP
10 Chinese vessels seen near Okinawa -- Daily Yomiuri
Japan seeks answers over Chinese warships -- Financial Times
China subs and ships 'spotted near Okinawa' -- Inside Japan
Chinese submarines, destroyers spotted in high seas near Okinawa Japan to file protest -- Before it's News

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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