US sends team to Taiwan to train coastguards amid surge in mainland Chinese activity
The United States has sent a team of coastguards to train their Taiwanese counterparts as Beijing steps up its presence east of the island. Taiwan's Coast Guard Administration said its personnel are taking part in a two-week training programme led by US instructors, focused on small-boat operations and team coordination.
Taiwan's Coast Guard Administration said the United States has sent a team of coastguards to train their Taiwanese counterparts, as mainland China steps up its military and civilian presence east of the island. The two-week programme, which began Monday, is led by US instructors.
The training includes exercises aimed at strengthening small-boat operations and team coordination. Officials said the programme is intended to deepen cooperation between the two coast guard forces.
The move comes amid persistent tension around the Taiwan Strait, with Beijing continuing to claim the self-governed island as its own territory. Mainland China has not yet responded publicly to the training activity.
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