China Condemns Dutch Navy Intrusion Near Xisha Qundao
The Chinese military has condemned the Dutch Navy frigate HNLMS De Ruyter for illegally intruding into territorial waters and airspace near Xisha Qundao.
Maritime Security
Strait of Hormuz: Iran Maintains Ban on Hostile Vessels
Iran’s IRGC continues to prohibit the passage of vessels from hostile countries through the Strait of Hormuz, while reporting 23 ships passed in the last 24 hours.
US and Iran Reach Critical Juncture in Negotiations as Trump Convenes Cabinet
President Trump convenes a full cabinet meeting as US-Iran negotiations hit a critical stage over frozen assets and maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz.
China and Indonesia Pledge Deeper Cooperation in New York High-Level Meet
Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono agree to enhance maritime development and energy cooperation to bolster regional stability.
Fujian Coast Guard Enhances Maritime Security Near Kinmen
The Fujian coast guard conducted law enforcement patrols near Kinmen on May 26, 2026, to maintain maritime order and protect fishermen in the Taiwan Strait.
China Warns Quad’s New Maritime Initiatives May Undermine Regional Trust
China has criticized new maritime security and infrastructure plans launched by the Quad, cautioning against the creation of exclusive blocs that may undermine regional trust.
China Coast Guard Expels Japanese Vessel from Diaoyu Dao Waters
The China Coast Guard expelled the Japanese fishing boat Shishi after it intruded into Diaoyu Dao waters, reaffirming China’s sovereignty and maritime rights.
Asian Coast Guard Agencies Strengthen Maritime Cooperation in Quanzhou
The 22nd HACGAM Working Level Meeting in Quanzhou brought together 16 member agencies to deepen consensus on multilateral maritime law enforcement cooperation.
Asian Coast Guard Agencies Gather in Quanzhou for 22nd HACGAM Working-Level Meeting
Over 50 delegates from 18 countries and regions meet in Quanzhou for the 22nd HACGAM to discuss maritime security, rescue operations, and environmental protection.
22nd HACGAM Working-Level Meeting Convenes in Quanzhou to Strengthen Maritime Cooperation
The 22nd HACGAM working-level meeting has opened in Quanzhou, bringing together 18 countries and regions to discuss maritime security and environmental protection.
China Denounces Philippine Construction Activities in South China Sea
China’s Ministry of National Defense opposes Philippine infrastructure construction on illegally occupied islands in the Nansha Islands, asserting indisputable sovereignty.
Ceasefire Under Pressure: Drone Attacks and Maritime Strikes Shake Middle East
A month-old ceasefire in the Iran war is tested by a drone attack in Kuwait and a projectile strike on a cargo ship off Qatar, amid rising US-Iran tensions.
ROK Investigates Attack on Vessel in Strait of Hormuz
A ROK joint investigation team confirms two unidentified aerial objects hit the HMM NAMU vessel in the Strait of Hormuz on May 4; all crew members are safe.
US and Iran Clash in Gulf of Oman as Diplomatic Efforts Hang in Balance
US forces disable Iranian tankers and Iran seizes the Ocean Koi amid heightened tensions in the Strait of Hormuz while awaiting a peace deal response.
US and Iran Clash in Gulf of Oman as Peace Proposal Remains Pending
Tensions escalate in the Gulf of Oman as US forces disable Iranian tankers and Iran seizes the Ocean Koi, amid anticipation of a peace deal response.
Tensions Surge in Strait of Hormuz as US and Iran Exchange Fire
Clashes between US and Iranian forces in the Strait of Hormuz threaten a fragile ceasefire, impacting global oil prices and trapping thousands of crewmen in the Gulf.
Tensions Spike in Strait of Hormuz as US and Iran Trade Blows
Military clashes in the Strait of Hormuz between US and Iranian forces have jolted oil markets and left thousands of seafarers trapped, threatening a fragile ceasefire.
US and Iran Trade Conflicting Accounts of Naval Encounter in Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump and Iran’s military command offer opposing views on damage to naval vessels in the Strait of Hormuz following alleged ceasefire violations.
China Coast Guard Conducts Rights Protection Patrol Around Diaoyu Dao
The China Coast Guard deployed vessel formation 1306 for a rights protection patrol in the Diaoyu Dao territorial waters on Thursday, May 7, 2026.
Iran: Stable Transit Through Hormuz Strait Contingent on End of External Threats
Iran’s IRGC naval forces state that safe transit through the Strait of Hormuz is possible if threats from aggressors end and regulations are followed.