Taiwan Strait

The Taiwan Strait is a body of water that separates Taiwan from mainland China. It is approximately 180 kilometers (112 miles) wide at its narrowest point and connects the East China Sea to the South China Sea. The strait is strategically important due to its geopolitical significance, as Taiwan is a self-governing island with a complex relationship with China, which claims it as part of its territory. The area experiences periodic military tensions and is a critical route for international shipping, transportation, and economic activities in East Asia.