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China’s Fighter Jets Intercept Japanese Patrol Aircraft Near Dual Carriers in Pacific

Tokyo has demanded that Beijing adopt new measures to prevent repeats of the lengthy intercepts over international waters.

A Chinese J-15 fighter jet flies near a Japanese P-3C patrol aircraft over the Pacific Ocean on June 8, 2025.

Overview

  • China deployed its carriers CNS Liaoning and CNS Shandong east of the first island chain on June 7, extending its naval presence in the western Pacific.
  • On June 7 and 8, J-15 fighters from Shandong intercepted Japanese P-3C patrol planes for approximately 40 and 80 minutes respectively.
  • Beijing accused Tokyo of intruding into its carriers’ training zone, and Japan maintains the Chinese jets flew dangerously close to its aircraft.
  • China’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said both nations’ defense departments are communicating through existing channels.
  • Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi said Japan has lodged a formal protest with Beijing and demanded safeguards to prevent future close encounters.