Reported 10 months ago
Taiwanese fishermen in Penghu discovered a Chinese submarine surfacing, believed to be the latest 096 (09VI) Tang-class nuclear submarine. During questioning, KMT legislator Chen Yu-chen asked Defense Minister Koo why the submarine surfaced there. Koo confirmed the area is shallow and submarines often surface to pass through due to the danger. Chen emphasized the need for transparency and not to cause unnecessary tension. Minister Koo noted that within 24 nautical miles of Taiwan, a reward of 30,000 NTD could be claimed for spotting a submarine, and 10,000 NTD beyond that radius. This was revealed during a legislative inquiry where the number of reported naval sightings in the last 5 years was discussed.
Source: YAHOO