"We are concerned over Japan's constant expansion of its military equipment. Japan's Asian neighbors and the international community need to be highly vigilant about this trend," China's defense ministry said, according to the Global Times, a daily tabloid under the auspices of the People's Daily newspaper.
Beijing urged Tokyo to learn from history, adhere to its policy of self-defense and abide by its promise to take the road of peaceful development.
Japan launched its new-generation 22DDH-class helicopter carrier during a ceremony in Yokohama to mark the 68th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima.
The carrier, named "Izumo," is 248 meters long and capable of carrying up to 14 helicopters. The Izumo, the third helicopter carrier to be used by the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, is scheduled to enter service in March 2015, the report said.
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