Recently, a conflict in the waters of Hualien has once again attracted attention. According to reports, a scientific survey vessel named "Dayang" was unexpectedly confronted by the Coast Guard while conducting a routine voyage off the coast of Hualien.
The Coast Guard, a controversial maritime agency on the island, dispatched the armed vessel "Taoyuan" and carried out continuous monitoring of our vessels. The move has sparked widespread skepticism, with concerns and dissatisfaction with the Coast Guard's hardline attitude and unusual actions.
Although our "Ocean" has a displacement of up to 4,000 tons, it is not equipped with any **, just a scientific research ship. In contrast, although the "Taoyuan" ship dispatched by the Coast Guard is smaller, it is equipped with 20 mm guns and 40 mm guns, and has a powerful power system, which can reach a speed of 24 knots.
In this case, our ships are clearly in a vulnerable position and face considerable security risks. We have expressed strong dissatisfaction with the Coast Guard's actions, believing that they interfere with our normal navigation rights and infringe upon our sovereignty and territorial sea rights and interests.
In response to this incident, we call on the relevant authorities to investigate the actions of the Coast Guard and take necessary measures to protect our legitimate rights and interests. It is hoped that the two sides can resolve their differences through dialogue and consultation and jointly safeguard peace and stability at sea.
In today's world, the development and utilization of marine resources has increasingly attracted the attention and competition of various countries. As an island nation, the waters around Taiwan Island are particularly rich in resources, so the protection of maritime rights and interests has become a crucial issue.
In the face of such a situation, the presence and operations of the Coast Guard are even more important. They are the guardians of maritime security and order, and they deserve our respect and support. However, their actions must be based on law and international law, and they cannot arbitrarily interfere with the legitimate maritime activities of other States.
In the international community, cooperation and win-win results are the best ways to resolve maritime disputes. All countries should strengthen communication and cooperation, resolve differences through negotiation and consultation, and jointly safeguard maritime peace and stability. It is only through joint efforts that we can achieve the sustainable development and utilization of marine resources for the benefit of all mankind.
We therefore call on all parties to exercise restraint and rationality and to refrain from all actions that could lead to conflict and confrontation. At the same time, we also hope that relevant countries and organizations will strengthen the formulation and implementation of maritime laws and rules, and make more efforts to safeguard the international maritime order.
Finally, let us work together to create a peaceful, safe and prosperous marine environment, so that the ocean can become a link between countries and promote the development and progress of human civilization. Let's work together to create a better future for the ocean!