国際｜日本と台湾の海保、合同訓練を定例化へ / International | Japan and Taiwan’s Coast Guards to Establish Regular Joint Training

Summary

The Japan Coast Guard and the Taiwan Coast Guard have decided to regularly conduct joint maritime training exercises.

In June, they dispatched large patrol vessels to the waters off the Sakishima Islands to carry out training focused on maritime rescue operations. This was the second training exercise since the severance of diplomatic relations between Japan and Taiwan, aimed at strengthening cooperation in response to the aggressive actions of Chinese vessels in the East and South China Seas and around Taiwan. Future training exercises are also planned to include allied and partner nations.

Dialogue

This dialogue is fictional and based on the article.

Chako: Hey Log, what kind of training do they do at sea?
Log: The Japan Coast Guard and Taiwan’s Coast Guard conduct joint training. They mainly focus on maritime rescue and various scenarios.
Chako: Oh, where do they do it?
Log: They held it off the Sakishima Islands. It was in June of this year. It’s an important training to ensure safety in the waters.
Navi: Training at sea plays a crucial role in regional security. Especially given the increase in Chinese naval vessels, cooperation is essential.
Chako: I see! It’s important for everyone to work together.

Admin’s Note

I was surprised to read this article about the deepening cooperation between Japan and Taiwan in maritime security. In particular, the regularization of joint training exercises is expected to foster further trust and contribute to regional security. I also believe that including training for maritime rescue is an important initiative that will be beneficial when emergencies arise. As international tensions rise, such cooperation is becoming increasingly necessary.