China on Tuesday rejected Japan's claims about Chinese warships operating in waters near Okinotori during a joint exercise with Russia, saying the activities in the high seas are fully consistent with international law and global practice.

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Japanese defence ministry confirms the navy vessels were spotted in the Pacific, southwest of the remote Okinotori Island.