The Fujian Coast Guard has enhanced maritime patrols near Kinmen since September, deploying coordinated fleet formations to strengthen law enforcement in the Xiamen-Kinmen waters. The move aims to ensure safety during peak fishing seasons while maintaining regional navigation秩序, according to a spokesperson from the China Coast Guard's East China Sea Bureau.
Spokesperson Zhu Anqing stated the patrols have improved maritime controls and protected the rights of Chinese fishermen, including residents of the Taiwan region. 'These measures safeguard legitimate interests, lives, and property while supporting stable operations in shared waters,' Zhu emphasized.
The initiative underscores efforts to balance ecological preservation with economic activities in one of Asia's busiest maritime corridors. Analysts note such patrols contribute to cross-strait stability, benefiting regional trade routes critical to East Asian supply chains.
