댜오위다오 (Diaoyu Island) is a small, uninhabited island located in the East China Sea. It is part of a group of islands known as the Senkaku Islands in Japan and is claimed by both China and Japan. The island is approximately 1.44 square kilometers in size and is surrounded by rich fishing grounds and potential underwater resources. The territorial dispute over 댜오위다오 has led to tensions between China and Japan for many years. Both countries assert historical claims to the island, which has implications for national pride and regional security. The situation remains a sensitive issue in East Asian geopolitics.