The incident occurred near the Kinmen archipelago, which is under the control of Taiwan but lies close to China's coast.

According to Taiwanese maritime authorities, the fishing boat named Dajinman 88 was boarded by two Chinese vessels late on Tuesday. Concerned for the safety of the boat's six crew members, including the captain and five migrant workers, Taiwan dispatched two vessels for their rescue. However, their efforts were thwarted by the Chinese boats, who blocked them and explicitly instructed them not to interfere.

To de-escalate the situation and avoid further conflict, Taiwanese authorities decided to call off the pursuit. In response, they have now explicitly called on mainland China to release the Dajinman ship and its crew without delay. The maritime authorities further urged China to refrain from political manipulation and actions that could harm cross-strait relations.

The Dajinman 88 was seized at a location just over 20 kilometers (12 miles) from Jinjiang, mainland China. This incident adds to the ongoing tension between the two nations as China claims Taiwan as its territory and insists on bringing the island under its control. China frequently sends warplanes and ships towards Taiwan and recently staged a large-scale military exercise with numerous aircraft and vessels.

Tensions have been particularly high in the waters near the Kinmen archipelago, where Taiwanese and Chinese fishermen operate. In recent times, the number of Chinese vessels in the area, including sand dredgers and fishing boats, has increased. This rise in presence has contributed to the rising tensions, and authorities are closely monitoring the situation.

As the standoff continues, Taiwan remains determined in its demand for the prompt release of the Dajinman ship and its crew. The incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing territorial disputes and the delicate nature of cross-strait relations in the region.