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Taiwan Sees 83% Rise in Chinese Vessels, Schedules Drills

7/20/2026

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Taiwan recorded an 83% surge in Chinese coast guard and research vessels in June, logging 55 ships versus 30 in May.
Taiwan announced joint navy-coast guard drills to protect Pacific sea lanes if Chinese actions escalate.
Officials said several Chinese coast guard ships are former naval destroyers with military-grade capabilities.
Taiwan broadcast to Chinese vessels, telling them to maintain navigation after they queried ships about port entry and exit information.

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Taiwan recorded an 83% surge in Chinese coast guard and research vessels in June, logging 55 ships versus 30 in May.
Taiwan announced joint navy-coast guard drills to protect Pacific sea lanes if Chinese actions escalate.
Officials said several Chinese coast guard ships are former naval destroyers with military-grade capabilities.
Taiwan broadcast to Chinese vessels, telling them to maintain navigation after they queried ships about port entry and exit information.