The Guardian | Australians opposed to taking sides in any conflict between China and Japan The Guardian A Japanese surveillance plane flies over the disputed Senkaku islands in the East China sea. Photograph: AP. Lenore Taylor, political editor. Monday 5 January 2015 08.00 EST. Share on Facebook · Share on Twitter · Share via Email · Share on LinkedIn ... Australia Advised to 'Remain Neutral' in Event of China-Japan Armed Conflict Australians would reject siding with Japan over China in East China Sea dispute ... Australians reject siding with Japan over China |