Taiwan reported that the Chinese coast guard boarded a Taiwanese fishing boat, the Tachinman 88, near the Kinmen archipelago and steered it towards a port in mainland China. The Taiwanese maritime authorities attempted to rescue the boat but were blocked by Chinese vessels. The pursuit was called off to avoid escalating the conflict as more Chinese vessels approached. Taiwan demanded the release of the ship and its crew, which included six individuals. This incident is part of ongoing tensions between China and Taiwan, with China claiming Taiwan as its territory. The waters near the Kinmen archipelago have seen a rise in tensions due to an increased presence of Chinese vessels. In the past, there have been incidents involving fishermen from both Taiwan and China in the area, including a recent case where two Chinese fishermen drowned while being chased by Taiwan’s Coast Guard. Beijing has responded by increasing patrols in the region. This latest incident highlights the ongoing territorial and maritime disputes between China and Taiwan.
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Taiwan Reports Taiwanese Fishing Boat Detained by Chinese Coast Guard
