TOKYO -- A Chinese marine research vessel in July twice strayed into what Japan considers its exclusive economic zone without giving advanced notice as Tokyo says is required by international law. The intrusions came in the East China Sea, where EEZs overlap and official boundaries have yet to be set.
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Japan and China lock horns in the East China Sea
Research vessel intrudes into disputed waters to bolster Beijing's claim
A boat, bottom, suspected to be a Chinese coral fishing boat, is seen near Japanese coast guard ship in Japanese territory, in November 2014. (Photo courtesy of Japan Coast Guard) © Reuters
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