Editor's note: On Tuesday, the People's Daily ran an article explaining the historical background of the Diaoyu Islands. A translation of the article is printed below:
The first Chinese forecast of weather conditions on the Diaoyu Islands and in surrounding waters was broadcast on China Central Television on Sept 11.
Premier Wen Jiabao said China will "make absolutely no concession" on territory after Japan's decision on Monday to "nationalize" the Diaoyu Islands.
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President Hu Jintao urged the Japanese government to realize the seriousness of the tension over the Diaoyu Islands and stop plans for "nationalization".
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Tokyo's sensationalizing of the Diaoyu Islands issue will stir up nationalism and help more right-wing politicians win seats in parliament.
China's "indisputable sovereignty" over the Diaoyu Islands in the East China Sea must be respected by Japan, China said on Wednesday.
The foreign ministers of China and Japan will hold talks on Wednesday, four days after Japan's announcement of its plan to "nationalize" China's Diaoyu Islands. Game pulled from app site
The Chinese navy will soon launch a drill in waters near Zhoushan, East China's Zhejiang province, as part of its annual exercise plan.
The Foreign Ministry said that landing of two Japanese citizens on the Diaoyu Islands has seriously violated China's territorial sovereignty.
Beijing on Wednesday urged Tokyo not to take any action that could endanger Chinese lives or property, including those of Taiwan compatriots.
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