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China maps seabed east of Taiwan, boosting strategic claims

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China has conducted its first-ever seabed mapping survey east of Taiwan, involving multiple maritime agencies. This operation aims to gather detailed hydrographic data for the region, which experts suggest could enhance submarine and anti-submarine capabilities. The survey is seen by Chinese state media as a strategic advancement in asserting jurisdiction over waters surrounding Taiwan. AI

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China maps seabed east of Taiwan, boosting strategic claims

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Albee Zhang ·

    What’s behind Beijing’s seabed mapping east of Taiwan?

    Beijing has completed a seabed survey in the complex waters east of Taiwan, its latest move to strengthen management of the waters around Taiwan following maritime border talks between Japan and the Philippines, according to state media. It is the first time mainland Chinese mari…

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