Reported about 1 year ago
A Taiwanese fishing boat 'Fuyang 266' was detained by Japanese official vessels near Amami Oshima Island on July 5, 2024. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has requested the immediate release of the crew and vessel through diplomatic channels. The Taiwanese boat was suspected of operating in the vicinity of Amami Oshima Island and violating local fishing regulations, leading to its detention by Japanese Fisheries Agency vessels. Taiwanese authorities have dispatched a patrol vessel to gather information and are in contact with Japanese officials for resolution.
Source: YAHOO