Taiwan upgrades maritime patrol capacity for vulnerable South China Sea outpost

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Taiwan upgrades maritime patrol capacity for vulnerable South China Sea outpost

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Taiwan has increased its maritime patrol capabilities around the Pratas Islands in the disputed South China Sea, deploying larger ships to counter increased Chinese activity. This move reflects regional tensions and defense readiness.

TAIPEI, Sept 24 - Taiwan has upgraded its maritime patrol capacity around the Pratas Islands in the disputed South China Sea, including regularly sending larger ships there, the government said, responding to an increase in Chinese activities.

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