China Deploys Government Vessels Near Taiwan, Raising 'Soft Quarantine' Concerns

Chinese government vessels have been observed operating near the Bashi Channel, a key maritime route between Taiwan and the Philippines. Taiwan has condemned this activity as an unlawful assertion of jurisdiction, with observers labeling it a 'Bashi Breakout' where non-military vessels extend China's influence. This development sparks concerns about a potential 'soft quarantine' of Taiwan and possible economic disruption.