The Economic Times

China says it is 'safeguarding order' around Taiwan-controlled South China Sea atoll

China has claimed it has sovereignty over the Pratas Islands, located strategically in the South China Sea. The Chinese coast guard has been patrolling these waters to enforce what it describes as law enforcement. Taiwan has rejected these claims, insisting that only its people can decide their future. Taiwan's officials believe that Beijing's policy towards the island is becoming more aggressive.