Chinese ships continue Diaoyu Islands patrol

A three-ship fleet of the China Coast Guard (CCG) on Tuesday patrolled territorial waters surrounding the Diaoyu Islands, according to a State Oceanic Administration statement.

The vessels are CCG 2151, 2146 and 2113, the statement said.

The CCG, which covers maritime law enforcement functions of four agencies responsible for fisheries administration, maritime surveillance, customs enforcement and border control, formally unveiled its board in July.