Reported 8 months ago
On June 17, 2024, Defense Minister Gu Liuxiong confirmed the sighting of a Chinese submarine near the median line of the Taiwan Strait. Fishermen near Penghu witnessed a Chinese submarine surfacing unexpectedly, followed by another Chinese warship approaching, causing alarm. Gu acknowledged the incident but did not disclose further details on the surveillance methods. With recent increased Chinese activities near Taiwan, involving military aircraft flyovers and a Chinese boat entering New Taipei's Tamsui, the presence of a Chinese submarine near the median line was particularly concerning. Gu's attendance at a legislative session prompted his confirmation of the incident and avoidance of sensitive topics for upcoming military exercises to prevent escalation of tensions between Taiwan and China.
Source: YAHOO