Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara said that the country's Air Self-Defence Force (ASDF) jets maintained a "safe distance" from Chinese aircraft during the incident off Okinawa on Saturday. He stressed that clear communication between the defence authorities of both nations remain
Japanese Defence Minister Koizumi called the incidents "dangerous and extremely regrettable" and said Japan has lodged a strong protest and told China to ensure there is no repeat.
Taiwan conducted a comprehensive air defence drill on Thursday to prepare for potential aerial and missile threats as reports indicate China is gearing up for its Joint Sword-2024C military exercise near the island. The drill focused on safeguarding Taiwan's eastern airspace, with the Air Fo