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Chinese Maritime Police to increase activity in waters east of Taiwan

TASS

TASS

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July 4, 2026

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The patrols are carried out to protect the legitimate interests, as well as the lives and property of Chinese fishermen, including the Taiwanese compatriots

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Vision Times

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· Jun 24, 2026

China’s Maritime Operation Near Taiwan Signals Broader Push for Regional Dominance, Officials Say

According to Taiwan’s national security officials, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) used ongoing negotiations between Japan and the Philippines over their Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZs) as a pretext to launch a “special maritime traffic enforcement operation” in waters east of Taiwan from June 6 to 10, drawing a strong protest from Taiwan, Taiwan’s Central News []

Egyptian Gazette

lean right

· Jul 4, 2026

China launches coast guard patrol east of Taiwan

China said on Saturday it had launched a new coast guard patrol ‌east of Taiwan, drawing a sharp response from Taipei after a task force last month off the island’s coast caused alarm in some Western capitals. China’s military operates almost daily around Taiwan, which Beijing views as its own territory. But China has begun using its [] The post China launches coast guard patrol east of Taiwan appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

The Jerusalem Post

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· Jul 4, 2026

China expands coast guard patrols off Taiwan’s east coast

China launched a new coast guard patrol east of Taiwan, prompting Taipei to deploy vessels and vow to expel Chinese ships from its waters.

Times of India

lean right

· Jun 21, 2026

How China is using maritime tactics and propaganda to squeeze Taiwan

Taiwan's security official warns China is increasingly using 'grey-zone' tactics like coast guard patrols and legal claims to pressure the island, moving away from direct military threats. Beijing is exploiting international law and maritime activities to advance its objectives, while Taiwan is urged to adopt 'absolute transparency' and enhance regional cooperation to counter these evolving challenges amidst ongoing Chinese military drills.

Sweden Herald

Unknown

· Jul 8, 2026

China steps up patrols off Taiwan, raising tensions in the region

China steps up patrols off Taiwan, raising tensions in the region

Korea Times News

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· Jul 8, 2026

China signals 'new normal' with coast guard patrols off Taiwan's east

China signals 'new normal' with coast guard patrols off Taiwan's east

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Related coverage for "Chinese Maritime Police to increase activity in waters east of Taiwan": Vision Times — China’s Maritime Operation Near Taiwan Signals Broader Push for Regional Dominance, Officials Say. Egyptian Gazette — China launches coast guard patrol east of Taiwan. The Jerusalem Post — China expands coast guard patrols off Taiwan’s east coast. Times of India — How China is using maritime tactics and propaganda to squeeze Taiwan. Sweden Herald — China steps up patrols off Taiwan, raising tensions in the region. Korea Times News — China signals 'new normal' with coast guard patrols off Taiwan's east