US posts photo of coastguard working with Taiwan after Beijing starts patrols

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The US released a photo showing its coastguard working with Taiwan's coastguard amid increased maritime patrols by Beijing. The cooperation focuses on search, rescue, disaster relief, and maritime law enforcement, underscoring coordinated maritime security efforts.

The United States has released a rare photo of the American and Taiwanese coastguards operating together at sea, as Beijing expands maritime law enforcement in waters east of the island. The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) – the de facto US embassy in Taipei – posted the undated image on social media on Tuesday, saying the two sides were coordinating on search, rescue, disaster relief and maritime law enforcement. “The United States appreciates Taiwan’s partnership in maritime security and...