Amid rising regional focus on maritime safety, the Fujian coast guard has intensified patrols near Kinmen, a move officials say aims to protect fishermen and maintain order in the bustling Xiamen-Kinmen waters. 🌍⚓️
Zhu Anqing, spokesperson for the China Coast Guard’s East China Sea Bureau, confirmed Wednesday’s routine patrols are part of broader efforts to strengthen law enforcement since July. The operations include special actions tied to the summer fishing moratorium—a seasonal policy to protect marine ecosystems. 🐟🛑
Authorities emphasized the patrols safeguard the rights and safety of all Chinese fishermen, including those from the Taiwan region. The measures also ensure smooth navigation in the area, which sees heavy traffic between the Chinese mainland and the island of Taiwan. 🚢✨
While tensions in the Taiwan Strait often make headlines, officials framed the patrols as routine and focused on shared interests like environmental protection and economic security. No incidents were reported during the latest operations. 📉🤝
