https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/taiwan-says-china-harassing-shipping-with-east-coast-patrolContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/taiwan-says-china-harassing-shipping-with-east-coast-patrolhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/taiwan-says-china-harassing-shipping-with-east-coast-patrol#u177076Thu, 05 Nov 2026 09:00:49 +0000Taipei reports that China is harassing shipping off its east coast by conducting maritime patrols and attempting to assert a fictional jurisdiction. The Taiwanese Coast Guard responded by dispatching its own vessels to monitor the Chinese operations. This activity raises concerns about potential blockade strategies and maritime security in the region, drawing attention from neighboring territories.Why it mattersThe escalation follows broader concerns regarding Chinese maritime pressure and data collection across the western Pacific. Authorities in Taipei emphasize the need to maintain control