On the morning of the 7th, it was confirmed that a Chinese marine research vessel, which has a high possibility of observation equipment, was thrown into the sea in Japan's exclusive economic zone off the coast of Ishigaki Island, Okinawa Prefecture.
Similar activities have been confirmed for four consecutive days since June 4, and the 11th Regional Coast Guard Headquarters is calling for a wireless suspension.
According to the 11th Regional Coast Guard Headquarters, after 4:30 am on the 7th, the Chinese marine research vessel "Toho Beni 3" was launched from the deck in Japan's Exclusive Economic Zone, about 75 km north of Ishigaki Island, Okinawa Prefecture. The patrol boat confirmed that the crane, which is likely to be an observation device, was thrown into the sea.
On the other hand, the Japan Coast Guard Headquarters is calling on the patrol boat to cancel the investigation by radio, saying that the investigation without the consent of Japan is not allowed.
According to the Japan Coast Guard Headquarters, there has been no response from the survey ship side so far.
The research vessel has been navigating this area since June 4, and similar activities have been confirmed for four consecutive days.