China refutes Japan`s accusation of gas exploration in East China Sea
Source: www.chinamining.org Citation: Xinhua Date: September 18, 2015
China on Thursday rejected protests by Japan over the development of gas fields, which Japan said, were in a disputed part of the East China Sea, saying its work was in undisputed waters under China`s jurisdiction.
"Japan has no right to make irresponsible remarks on it," said Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hong Lei at a routine press briefing, adding that Japan`s hype did not help bilateral dialogues and cooperation on issues regarding the East China Sea.
"We found Japan`s position not constructive in promoting improvement of China-Japan ties and managing the situation in the East China Sea through dialogue," Hong said.
He urged Japan to reconsider its action in accordance with the four-point agreement, which both countries signed in November 2014, including resuming political, diplomatic and security dialogues while acknowledging different positions on the Diaoyu Islands.
China`s stance remains unchanged, said the spokesperson, adding that Japan should create favorable conditions for fulfilling the agreement.
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