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Taiwan says Chinese coast guard, research ships near key South China Sea islands, Asia News - AsiaOne
Why it matters
Chinese coast guard and research vessel activity near disputed South China Sea islands demonstrates ongoing PLA pressure on Taiwan's territorial claims and freedom of navigation, raising the risk profile of Taiwan contingencies. This pattern of incremental assertiveness is material to Australia's alliance commitments under AUKUS and the US-Australia partnership, as Taiwan stability is foundational to Indo-Pacific security and Australian strategic planning.
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