Taiwan says Chinese vessels entered disputed waters in South China Sea
Summary
Taiwan said Chinese ships entered the disputed waters near Taiping Island (also known as Itu Aba) in the South China Sea and stayed there for 15 minutes before Taiwan's coast guard made them leave. The island is claimed by Taiwan, China, the Philippines, and Vietnam. Taiwan described the incident as part of ongoing actions by China that increase tension in the region.Key Facts
- Chinese vessels entered what Taiwan calls "prohibited" waters, extending 2.5 miles from Taiping Island.
- Taiwan's coast guard expelled the Chinese ships after about 15 minutes.
- Taiping Island is the largest island in the Spratly group and is claimed by multiple countries: Taiwan, China, the Philippines, and Vietnam.
- Taiwan accused China of increasing harassment and trying to create a false impression of control in the area.
- China claims Taiwan as part of its territory and asserts control over most of the South China Sea.
- A Chinese coast guard ship and a survey vessel were seen together near Pratas Island, also claimed by both Taiwan and China.
- Taiwan's Ocean Affairs Council said the incidents challenge international order and criticized China’s military and maritime activities.
- The article mentioned that China criticized Japan-Philippines talks about maritime boundaries, calling them illegal.
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