Summary
Taiwan stated it expelled three Chinese Coast Guard ships from waters near Pratas Island, a region in the South China Sea disputed by both China and Taiwan. Taiwan's Coast Guard often addresses such intrusions due to conflicting territorial claims in the area. China has not commented on the incident.
Key Facts
- Taiwan expelled three Chinese Coast Guard vessels from around Pratas Island.
- Pratas Island is part of the South China Sea, a region contested by multiple countries.
- Taiwan manages Pratas Island and its surrounding areas as a marine national park.
- China claims the South China Sea, including Pratas Island, as part of its territory.
- The Taiwanese Coast Guard regularly patrols the area to respond to these intrusions.
- Taiwan reported that it has removed 159 Chinese fishing boats since January.
- China has not issued a statement about the latest encounters near Pratas Island.
