Taiwanese Straits

The Taiwan Straits are a body of water separating Taiwan from mainland China. It connects the East China Sea to the north with the South China Sea to the south. The straits are strategically significant, with major shipping routes and dense populations on both sides. The area is also a point of political tension, as China considers Taiwan part of its territory, while Taiwan operates as a separate government. The straits are important for international navigation and regional security, reflecting complex historical and geopolitical dynamics in East Asia.