Reported 12 months ago
On the night of July 2nd, a fishing boat from Penghu was operating in waters near Kinmen when it was forcibly boarded and taken back to Fujian by Chinese coast guard vessels. This incident has sparked criticism from both the Kuomintang and Democratic Progressive Party lawmakers, with concerns rising over deteriorating cross-strait relations. While the Taiwanese government admits that the fishing boat had entered prohibited waters, there are conflicting views within authorities regarding the exact circumstances. The incident has led to calls for the immediate release of the detained fishermen and boat, emphasizing the safety and well-being of Taiwanese fishermen operating in the region.
Source: YAHOO