China makes strong representations with Japan over Abe's comments (2)

Hong reaffirmed that the Diaoyu Islands are China's inherent territory and China's sovereignty over them is indisputable.

Saying the Japanese government's illegal "purchase" of the Diaoyu Islands infringed upon China's sovereignty, the spokesman urged the Japanese government to correct its mistake and eliminate negative impacts.

He said China has never recognized and will never accept Japan's so-called "actual control" of the Diaoyu Islands.

"Japan should face up to history and reality, immediately stop illegal activities on the seas near the Diaoyu Islands and make substantive efforts to properly deal with the current situation," Hong said.

The spokesman said Japan is to blame for current difficulties in bilateral relations, and he called on Japan to reflect on its past aggression.

With regards to Abe's comments on Chinese politics and development, Hong said only Chinese people have the right to speak about whether China's political system and development strategy are suitable.

"China will continue to advance on the socialist road with Chinese characteristics, and the great renaissance of the Chinese nation cannot be obstructed by anyone," Hong said.

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