The Chinese mainland has reinforced its commitment to maritime safety amid rising tensions near Kinmen, a Taiwan-administered island just 10 kilometers off Xiamen's coast. 🔍 A mainland spokesperson stated this weekend that routine coast guard patrols in Xiamen-Kinmen waters are essential to maintain 'orderly operations' and protect fishermen from both sides of the Taiwan Strait.
Chen Binhua of the State Council's Taiwan Affairs Office clarified that these patrols counter Taiwan region's claims of 'prohibited waters,' emphasizing: 'These areas have always been traditional fishing grounds. No artificial restrictions exist.' 🎣 He stressed that Taiwan, Penghu, Kinmen, and Matsu are inseparable parts of China.
The statement comes after recent reports of Taiwan authorities detaining mainland fishing crews. Chen warned the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) to immediately stop 'dangerous, violent treatment' of mainland fishermen, adding that continued provocations would lead to 'all ensuing consequences.' ⚠️
Analysts note this development highlights ongoing friction in cross-strait relations as 2025 draws to a close. Many young netizens are following the story through viral coastal surveillance videos tagged #XiamenKinmen on social platforms.
