The confrontation between the mainland and Taiwan around the "2 14" ** in the Xiamen-Jin sea area has continued to escalate, and the negotiations have repeatedly reached a deadlock. Although some progress has been made in areas such as financial compensation, it is still difficult for the two sides to reach an agreement on core issues such as a public apology. The Taiwan authorities insist on their so-called "law enforcement powers" and try to maintain the legitimacy of the "no-entry and restricted" areas they have demarcated in the Xiamen-Jin waters. For the mainland, this kind of behavior is obviously unacceptable, especially in the context of "the increasingly arrogant forces and the growing tension between China and the United States."
In recent years, a series of provocative acts by the Taiwan authorities have angered the people on the mainland. And the occurrence of the "February 14" incident has become a match that touches the feelings of the nation. The mainland has not only strengthened the strength of the coast guard, maritime surveillance and other departments, and increased troops in the Xiamen-Jin waters to maintain a high-pressure posture, but has also denied the "forbidden and restricted" waters demarcated by the Taiwan side through concrete actions, thus demonstrating its resolute stance.
In this context, Taiwan's internal political stances are even more diverse. Politicians in the blue camp and the white camp are worried that the mainland's denial of Taiwan's "law enforcement power" will weaken Taiwan's position in the international community, but they also accuse the Taiwan authorities of provoking the mainland. Politicians in the green camp called for a "tough" confrontation with the mainland, resolutely refused to apologize to the mainland, and demanded that the "Maritime Supervision Bureau" continue to "strictly enforce the law" in the Xiamen-Jin waters. The Taiwan authorities, on the other hand, are trying to shirk their responsibilities and completely shift the blame to the mainland fishing boats, confusing the public, and trying to ease the pressure at home.
However, the involvement of the United States has further complicated the situation. The U.S. Coast Guard has seized the opportunity to operate in the Pacific Ocean and intervene in the lawful actions of Chinese fishermen. By signing so-called "joint law enforcement" agreements with Pacific island countries, it is trying to expand its political influence in the region. Such hegemonic acts are undoubtedly undermining the international order and trampling on the rights and interests of Chinese fishermen.
China must respond resolutely to this situation. We have enough strength to confront the United States, and we can escort the US with coast guard ships and sign joint law enforcement agreements with relevant countries to safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese fishermen. At the same time, we should also expose the hegemonic acts of the United States to the international community through diplomatic channels and defend international law and justice. The confrontation between major powers needs to follow principles, and China will resolutely defend its own interests and dignity in a calm and rational manner.