Diaoyu impasse calls for new ideas(3)

Draw red lines for Japan

Luo Yuan, major general at the PLA Academy of Military Sciences

The dispute over the Diaoyu Islands between China and Japan has evolved into a real test of the two countries' determination and wisdom.

In terms of determination, China should make red lines for Japan. For example, we should not allow Japanese to land on the Islands or station its army there.

Meanwhile, China must have countermeasures prepared if Japan insists on doing so. We can also turn the Diaoyu Islands into a shooting range for the navy force.

In terms of wisdom, China should have a national marine strategy for the East China Sea and South China Sea, for example, by setting up a marine committee.

China can consider cooperation with Russia and South Korea. Both countries have claims over disputed islands with Japan.

Meanwhile, a group can be set up to explore the economic potential in the Diaoyu Islands, and a national coast guard team should be established as soon as possible.

Now we are in a passive position in dealing with Japan's provocations. Why can't we take the initiative?