Tokyo's intentions for Senkaku islets

National | Q&A Apr 19, 2012

Tokyo's intentions for Senkaku islets

by Jun Hongo

Tokyo Gov. Shintaro Ishihara's plan to have the metropolitan government purchase the Senkaku Islands continued to cause ripples Wednesday, with both China and Taiwan quickly issuing statements criticizing the move. Following are questions and answers regarding the controversy and ownership of the islands: What is the ...