Taiwan is investigating a Chinese-crewed ship believed to have severed an undersea cable

Taiwanese authorities are investigating a Chinese-crewed cargo ship, Hongtai, suspected of severing an undersea communications cable near Penghu Islands. The ship, flagged under Togo, had been anchored in the area before moving northwest when approached by the coast guard. While the cause remains unclear, Taiwan suspects possible gray-zone tactics by China. Backup systems prevented disruptions, but the incident increased tensions between Taipei and Beijing.

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Feb 25, 2025 - 16:03

Taiwan is investigating a Chinese-crewed ship believed to have severed an undersea cable

Taiwanese authorities are investigating a Chinese-crewed cargo ship, Hongtai, suspected of severing an undersea communications cable near Penghu Islands. The ship, flagged under Togo, had been anchored in the area before moving northwest when approached by the coast guard. While the cause remains unclear, Taiwan suspects possible gray-zone tactics by China. Backup systems prevented disruptions, but the incident increased tensions between Taipei and Beijing.