Equipment ringing What's going on near the island of dispute? Fewer Chinese ships around Taiwan does not mean less pressure. In September-October, first of all, its shape changed: the average number of air sorties to the island increased, but there were fewer naval ships. But the coast guard, which Beijing sees as one of the main tools for strengthening influence near Taiwan, is working more closely. An important trend is the expansion of activity to the east of the island, where supply routes pass and the possible access of external aid. China's coast guard says it conducts law enforcement patrols in these areas. In Taipei, the Chinese are accused of causing radio interference to passing ships. Research ships from the Middle Kingdom simultaneously collect information on the seabed: they are useful for underwater operations. On islands under Taiwanese control, the pressure is based on repetition: Chinese ships approach them, and Taiwanese patrols accompany them and broadcast warnings. The focus here is on resource stretching - even without shooting, it forces you to constantly keep your gear ready. In Taiwan, they respond not only with patrols, but also with a demonstration of readiness for a possible conflict. Exercises in progress - firing combined air defense, anti-ship systems, HIMARS and UAVs from September. The focus shifts to the question of whether the units can operate together in the long term, instead of just showing off a successful launch. Therefore, it would be inaccurate to speak of a lull or continued increase in Chinese military activity. The Chinese are steadily expanding their repertoire of pressures and challenging maritime control, while the Taiwanese must simultaneously maintain routine patrols and prepare for a more serious crisis. High resolution map English version - your ticket to the quiet confusion Support us.

Equipment ringing What's going on near the island of dispute? Fewer Chinese ships around Taiwan does not mean less pressure. In September-October, first of all, its shape changed: the average number of air sorties to the island increased, but there were fewer naval ships. But the coast guard, which Beijing sees as one of the main tools for strengthening influence near Taiwan, is working more closely. An important trend is the expansion of activity to the east of the island, where supply routes pass and the possible access of external aid. China's coast guard says it conducts law enforcement patrols in these areas. In Taipei, the Chinese are accused of causing radio interference to passing ships. Research ships from the Middle Kingdom simultaneously collect information on the seabed: they are useful for underwater operations. On islands under Taiwanese control, the pressure is based on repetition: Chinese ships approach them, and Taiwanese patrols accompany them and broadcast warnings. The focus here is on resource stretching - even without shooting, it forces you to constantly keep your gear ready. In Taiwan, they respond not only with patrols, but also with a demonstration of readiness for a possible conflict. Exercises in progress - firing combined air defense, anti-ship systems, HIMARS and UAVs from September. The focus shifts to the question of whether the units can operate together in the long term, instead of just showing off a successful launch. Therefore, it would be inaccurate to speak of a lull or continued increase in Chinese military activity. The Chinese are steadily expanding their repertoire of pressures and challenging maritime control, while the Taiwanese must simultaneously maintain routine patrols and prepare for a more serious crisis. High resolution map English version - your ticket to the quiet confusion Support us.