China summons Japanese envoy over actions at G7


China is “strongly dissatisfied and firmly opposes” Japan's actions at the G-7 summit, said Beijing's Vice-Foreign Minister Sun Weidong. - Japan Pool

BEIJING (Reuters): China Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong has summoned the Japanese ambassador to register protests over "hype around China-related issues" at the Group of Seven (G7) summit over the weekend, a ministry statement late on Sunday (May 21) said.

The heads of the world's leading democracies meeting in the Japanese city of Hiroshima expressed serious concerns about rising tensions in East and South China Seas as well as voicing concerns about the human rights situations in China, including in Tibet and Xinjiang.

The Star Christmas Special Promo: Save 35% OFF Yearly. T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
China , Japan , G7 , summit , summon , ambassador

Next In Aseanplus News

1,000 MW solar plant begins electricity generation in Laos' Oudomxay province
Australian police charge alleged Bondi killer with terrorism, 15 murder counts
Analysis-Australia's gun laws riddled with loopholes and workarounds, experts say
SEA Games: ‘This gold is for the country’, says Brunei wushu athlete
With Thaksin jailed, Thailand's Pheu Thai turns to nephew in poll fight back
Manila says no verified reports Bondi shooters got training in Philippines
Families welcome reclassification of Durian Tunggal case as murder
Singapore MAS survey shows economists raising 2025 growth forecast
No policy change in case of dual citizenship holders surrendering MyKad
Hun Sen: No Russian mercenaries at the border

Others Also Read