Japanese car sales go into reverse gear

[2013-01-08 10:13]

Japanese automakers are facing a bumpy road in the world's largest vehicle market as annual sales went into reverse gear amid tension over the Diaoyu Islands.

Overcome difficulties in ties, China urges Japan

[2012-12-28 17:44]

Beijing on Friday urged the new Japanese government to overcome difficulties in its relations with China.

China on guard against Japanese jets near Diaoyu

[2012-12-27 17:16]

China's Defense Ministry on Thursday said the Chinese military "closely monitors" and is "highly vigilant" concerning relevant Japanese Air Self-Defense Force activity in the airspace over the Diaoyu Islands.Japanese aircraft harass Chinese plane China sends patrol vessel to South China Sea

Easing tension over islands

[2012-12-26 17:41]

Kitera's primary task is clearing up the mess caused by the Japanese government's "purchase" of China's Diaoyu Islands, which has triggered the worst bilateral tension in decades.

Bridge over troubled waters

[2012-12-26 09:17]

Despite his emphasis on using deterrence against China, Abe should look for room to negotiate with China to resolve the issue peacefully.

Better ties with China crucial: Japan envoy

[2012-12-26 03:31]

Japan's new ambassador arrived in Beijing on Tuesday as the country's incoming Prime Minister Shinzo Abe picked a new foreign minister.
Special: Diaoyu Island Dispute Japan ambassador: Warmer economic ties needed China on alert for Japanese fighter jets

Japanese ambassador arrives in Beijing

[2012-12-26 03:31]

Japan's new ambassador to China Masato Kitera, who arrived in Beijing on Tuesday, called himself a "Christmas present".

China on alert for Japanese fighter jets over East China Sea

[2012-12-25 21:29]

China is on alert after Japan dispatched fighter jets to airspace over the East China Sea, a Foreign Ministry spokeswoman said Tuesday.Special: Diaoyu Island Dispute Comment: Easing tension over islands