A China Coast Guard ship is seen from an Indonesian naval ship during a patrol in Indonesia’s exclusive economic zone north of Natuna island on January 11. Photo: Reuters
Opinion
Opinion
As Indonesia stands up to China in the Natuna islands, can Japan come to the rescue?
- Indonesia recently forced Chinese fishing vessels from its waters as it held meetings with Japan’s foreign minister to strengthen ties
- But will Indonesia’s closer links with Japan help it face off against China? Especially as Tokyo’s relationship with Beijing improves
A China Coast Guard ship is seen from an Indonesian naval ship during a patrol in Indonesia’s exclusive economic zone north of Natuna island on January 11. Photo: Reuters