Taiwan says China harassing shipping with east coast patrol

🌐 The Japan Times (TW) —

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Taiwan says China Coast Guard patrols off its east coast are harassing shipping and asserting jurisdiction Taiwan considers illegitimate. The area is a critical supply route in a potential blockade or conflict scenario.

The China Coast Guard is trying to exert a fictional jurisdiction in the area, seen as a critical supply route in the event of a blockade or conflict.

Security Conflict Politics Shipping Taiwan China Coast Guard maritime patrol shipping blockade risk east coast

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