Reported 12 months ago
The Executive Yuan responded to a fishing boat from Penghu being detained by mainland authorities for crossing the border during fishing operations in a closed fishing season, reminding fishermen to be vigilant and comply with regulations to avoid violations. The government urged mainland China to release the boat and crew promptly for their safety, emphasizing the challenging circumstances fishermen face while fishing for their livelihood. The incident occurred within mainland China's waters, leading to the maritime police apprehending the fishing boat and taking it to a mainland port, despite Taiwanese Coast Guard's initial response to ensure the safety of the boat and crew.
Source: YAHOO