Mainland Rejects Taiwan’s Objections to Strait Rescue Drill Amid US Defense Bill Tensions
China reaffirms Taiwan Strait jurisdiction after rescue drill, condemns new US military aid package to Taiwan region as tensions rise in 2025.
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China reaffirms Taiwan Strait jurisdiction after rescue drill, condemns new US military aid package to Taiwan region as tensions rise in 2025.
China Coast Guard patrols Diaoyu Dao waters, reaffirming sovereignty claims amid regional tensions. Experts analyze implications for Asia-Pacific security dynamics.
Two Philippine vessels were expelled by the China Coast Guard after unlawfully intruding into waters near Tiexian Jiao in China’s Nansha Qundao.
China has commissioned its first Type 054B frigate, the Luohe, into the PLA Navy, marking a significant advancement in naval capabilities with enhanced stealth, command systems, and firepower.
The China Coast Guard has intensified law enforcement patrols around Huangyan Dao, reinforcing its commitment to safeguarding China’s territorial sovereignty and maritime rights.
The China Coast Guard lawfully controlled four Philippine vessels attempting to enter Chinese territorial waters near Huangyan Dao, according to spokesperson Liu Dejun.
CENTCOM announced it thwarted Houthi attacks on U.S. ships in the Gulf of Aden, ensuring no injuries or damage occurred during the incidents.
The Fujian coast guard has intensified patrols near Kinmen to protect Chinese fishermen’s rights, including those in the Taiwan region, ensuring safety in the Xiamen-Kinmen waters.
Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun urges China and ASEAN nations to expand common maritime interests and enhance maritime security cooperation at the 11th ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Meeting Plus.
The PLA’s Southern Theater Command conducted sea-air patrol exercises near Huangyan Island in the South China Sea, enhancing operational coordination and showcasing commitment to regional stability.
Chinese experts predict that U.S.-led militarization in the South China Sea will intensify despite changes in U.S. leadership, but believe that overall strategic stability in the region will remain steady.
The Fujian Coast Guard announced on Wednesday that it has been conducting regular law enforcement patrols in the waters near Kinmen to maintain maritime order and safety.
Recent U.S. actions in the South China Sea have heightened tensions, with accusations against China raising concerns over regional stability. Collaborative efforts are needed to maintain peace in this vital corridor.
The UK imposes its largest sanctions on Russian oil and LNG vessels, targeting 22 tankers in moves that could have significant implications for global energy markets and Asia’s energy security.
China’s Coast Guard drove away a Japanese fishing boat that illegally entered the territorial waters of China’s Diaoyu Islands, emphasizing China’s commitment to safeguarding its maritime sovereignty.
Since 2008, China’s PLA Navy has dispatched fleets to protect vessels in the Gulf of Aden and off Somalia, escorting over 7,200 ships and highlighting China’s commitment to international maritime security.
Escalating tensions in the Red Sea are disrupting global trade, prompting a strategic shift toward decentralized supply chains and highlighting Africa’s potential in reshaping global trade dynamics.