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Do Chinese people consider Ryukyu/Okinawa as part of China?
Has there been any conflict or dispute over the ownership of the Ryukyu Islands between China and Japan?
In recent years, there have been tensions and friction between China and Japan over the territorial dispute of the Ryukyu Islands. Both countries have claimed sovereignty over the islands, and this has led to several diplomatic incidents and conflicts. However, both sides have also expressed willingness to resolve the dispute through dialogue and negotiations, although a peaceful resolution still seems to be elusive.