Taiwan says Chinese vessels are harassing shipping along the east coast

Updated 2026-11-01 · told from many outlets at once

Taiwan's Coast Guard denies Chinese jurisdiction over its waters and says Beijing is increasing maritime presence. Taiwan claims it has sovereign rights over waters east of the island. Chinese vessels have been expelled 13 times this year. Taiwan says Chinese radio signals harass ships at sea.

• Taiwan's Coast Guard stated China has no jurisdiction over Taiwan's waters.
• Taiwan's officials believe China is practicing for a potential maritime blockade.
• Taiwan has expelled Chinese Coast Guard vessels from Pratas waters 13 times this year.
• The Taiwanese Coast Guard said it sent its own ships to monitor.

Outlets: ABC Color, Focus Taiwan, G4Media, SCMP China, Taipei Times, The Hindu (International), The Japan Times

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