In response to Japan's seizure of a Chinese fishing boat from Taiwan - reportedly Hongcaitou No 6 - China has lodged stern representations with Japan, a spokesperson for China's foreign ministry said on Friday, noting that China demands that Japan immediately correct its wrongdoings and take effective measures to prevent similar incidents.

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Spokesperson Mao Ning made the remarks at a regular press briefing when asked whether China had lodged representations over Japan's seizure of the Chinese fishing boat.

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"The Chinese government attaches great importance to safeguarding the lawful interests of Chinese fishermen and women, including those from the Taiwan region," Mao said, noting that according to the China-Japan Fisheries Agreement, Japan has no right to take law enforcement measures against Chinese fishing vessels in relevant waters.