Earlier this week, on Tuesday, Dec 9, the Chinese mainland and Russian air forces conducted their 10th joint strategic air patrol over the East China Sea and the Western Pacific.
At a press briefing in Beijing on Thursday, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun addressed the Japanese side’s strong reaction, saying there’s 'no need to be so nervous and dramatic.'
The Japanese side described the patrol as a show of military power, but Guo emphasized that these routine missions, held since 2019, aim to enhance coordination and regional stability 🌏✈️.
'These flights are not targeted at any third party,' Guo added, urging regional countries to focus on dialogue and cooperation instead of escalating tensions.
Whether you’re a student, investor, or traveler, these developments in East Asia’s airspace underscore how geopolitics can influence security, trade, and even your next trip 🌐✈️.
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