China willing to invite S. Korean officials for inspection of West Sea structures, amid escalating concerns

Seoul has shared much concern over a sea structure set up by Beijing off the west coast of the Korean peninsula.

The concern was conveyed to Chinese officials during dialogue between the two governments here in Seoul earlier this week.

The Chinese delegation claimed that structure was built for fish farming and invited South Korean authorities to confirm for themselves.

Starting 2018 until 2024 three structures have been set up in the "Provisional Maritime Zone" where the two countries' exclusive economic zones overlap fueling fears that China may be seeking territorial rights.