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China slams Japanese warship transit; EU calls for maritime order

4/29/2026

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China called Japan’s JS Ikazuchi transit through Taiwan Strait a provocation and warned it sends a signal to Taiwan during UN debate on April 27, 2026.
Japan and the EU warned of South China tensions, with Ayano Kunimitsu pledging cooperation for a maritime order.
EU ambassador Lambrinidis said the tensions threaten routes and affirmed commitment to Law of the Sea as Taiwan ministry reported 22 Chinese vessels and aircraft near Penghu in 24 hours.

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China called Japan’s JS Ikazuchi transit through Taiwan Strait a provocation and warned it sends a signal to Taiwan during UN debate on April 27, 2026.
Japan and the EU warned of South China tensions, with Ayano Kunimitsu pledging cooperation for a maritime order.
EU ambassador Lambrinidis said the tensions threaten routes and affirmed commitment to Law of the Sea as Taiwan ministry reported 22 Chinese vessels and aircraft near Penghu in 24 hours.