TOKYO, April 15 (Xinhua) -- The head of Japan's National Police Agency (NPA) on Wednesday stressed the urgent need to prevent any recurrence of incidents involving forced entry into foreign diplomatic missions, following a recent intrusion at the Chinese Embassy in Tokyo, local media reported.

The agency convened a meeting in Tokyo the same day, gathering security officials from police departments across the country. NPA Commissioner General Yoshinobu Kusunoki underscored the importance of thoroughly ensuring the safety of foreign embassies and related facilities, calling it an immediate priority.

The remarks came in response to a shocking incident on March 24 when Kodai Murata, a 23-year-old second lieutenant in the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, allegedly scaled a wall and broke into the Chinese embassy while carrying a knife.

The incident has sparked widespread shock and concern due to its severity and potential implications. However, the Japanese government has so far only responded by calling it "deeply regrettable," a stance that has drawn criticism. ■