- China conducted a survey of waters east of Taiwan last month, prompting increased tensions in the region.
- Taiwan's Coast Guard Administration (CGA) said it was closely monitoring two China Coast Guard (CCG) vessels operating off Taiwan's east coast in overlapping EEZs.
- The CGA dispatched the patrol vessel Chi An to shadow the CCG vessels Putuoshan and Daishan, which were loitering 105 nautical miles and 74 nautical miles east of Green Island, respectively.
- Taiwan's CGA rejected the CCG's claim that the two Chinese vessels were conducting "routine law-enforcement patrols," labeling it as part of China's expansionist efforts and cognitive warfare against Taiwan.
- Taiwan's Defense Ministry compiled the 2026 China Military Power Report, suggesting possible blockade preparations by China.
- Tokyo and Manila announced in May that they would begin talks over overlapping EEZs, which has heightened tensions with China.
- Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has urged Tokyo and Manila to include Taipei in any future EEZ talks, emphasizing Taiwan's interest in the discussions.
Taiwan's Coast Guard Administration (CGA) is closely monitoring two Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) vessels, Putuoshan and Daishan, which are operating in overlapping exclusive economic zones (EEZs) east of Green Island. The CGA reported that the vessels are loitering 105 nautical miles and 74 nautical miles from the island, respectively.23
This heightened surveillance comes amid increased Chinese maritime activity in the region, particularly after Japan and the Philippines announced discussions in May regarding their overlapping EEZs, which also involve claims from China. The CGA has dispatched the patrol vessel Chi An to shadow the CCG vessels, emphasizing the need for vigilance in these contested waters.
Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has urged both Tokyo and Manila to include Taipei in any future EEZ negotiations, highlighting Taiwan's strategic interests in the area. The CGA has rejected the CCG's assertion that the vessels were conducting "routine law-enforcement patrols," stating that such claims contradict international law and reflect China's expansionist ambitions.45689
“The Republic of China, Taiwan, and the PRC are mutually exclusive,” the CGA stated, reinforcing its position against China's narrative. The situation underscores the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the region, with Taiwan remaining vigilant against potential threats from the mainland.
As geopolitical risks escalate, analysts are closely monitoring developments, particularly concerning potential Chinese military actions against Taiwan, which could significantly impact regional stability.
“The CGA dispatched patrol vessel Chi An to shadow CCG vessels Putuoshan and Daishan, which were loitering 105 and 74 nautical miles east of Green Island. Taiwan's foreign ministry has urged Tokyo and Manila to include Taipei in any future EEZ talks, while a 2026 China Military Power Report suggests possible blockade preparations.”
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