The Fujian Coast Guard conducted routine law-enforcement patrols near Kinmen on January 24, 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen maritime controls in the Xiamen-Kinmen area. Spokesperson Zhu Anqing of the China Coast Guard's East China Sea Bureau stated that patrols have been expanded since the start of the year to safeguard the rights and safety of Chinese fishermen, including residents of the Taiwan region.
These measures aim to maintain operational order in the Taiwan Strait while addressing navigation safety concerns. Authorities emphasize that the patrols align with legal frameworks governing cross-strait waters and contribute to regional stability.
