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Chinese Militia Boat Spotted for First Time Off Taiwan's East Coast
A Chinese maritime militia vessel has been detected for the first time in waters off Taiwan's east coast, a previously rare area of activity. The sighting suggests Beijing's gray-zone operations are expanding beyond the Taiwan Strait and waters near the Kinmen Islands. Analysts say the move could signal a new phase in pressure tactics around the island, raising concerns in Taipei and among regional security watchers.
Why now: The first confirmed presence of a Chinese militia boat on Taiwan's Pacific-facing side marks an escalation in gray-zone pressure that is drawing attention from defense observers.
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