Suspected Chinese research vessel exits Japan's exclusive economic zone, Kyodo reports
Japan's exclusive economic zone came into focus after a suspected Chinese marine research vessel departed from its waters, Kyodo reported. The ship's nationality and purpose were both described as unconfirmed in the Japanese news…
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