The China Coast Guard (CCG) has been actively developing its aviation law enforcement capabilities in recent years. In 2024, the CCG dispatched patrol aircraft and shipborne helicopters to conduct law enforcement operations in waters surrounding the Xisha Qundao and Huangyan Dao in the South China Sea.
The CCG has also established initial capabilities for ship-aircraft coordination and remote joint enforcement. This capability has been widely practiced across various levels of the CCG, and the new model has greatly improved the CCG's enforcement efficiency and effectiveness.
In 2024, the CCG for the first time deployed helicopter with CCG vessel formation to the Pacific and Arctic Oceans for fisheries law enforcement in international waters. They also sent patrol aircraft and shipborne helicopters to conduct law enforcement in territorial and adjacent waters near the Xisha Qundao and Huangyan Dao. So far, this patrol model has proven to be very effective, significantly enhancing the overall law enforcement capabilities of the CCG.
The CCG will continue to strengthen the capabilities of its diverse law enforcement teams, particularly by refining its aerial and maritime coordination model, thereby increasing the CCG's ability to safeguard national territorial sovereignty and maritime rights, and actively engage in international maritime governance.
7 Comments
Comandante
This aggressive law enforcement model undermines international maritime laws and puts global trade routes at risk.
Bella Ciao
Strengthening coordination between air and sea operations is a smart move. It shows commitment to effective maritime governance.
Karamba
It's alarming that the CCG is expanding its military capabilities in the South China Sea, increasing tensions in an already volatile region.
Rotfront
Strengthening military law enforcement in these waters is only going to escalate conflicts with other nations who have claims in the area.
Karamba
This aggressive expansion of aerial and maritime operations sends the wrong message to neighboring countries. Diplomacy should be prioritized over force.
Donatello
It’s about time China assertively defends its maritime rights against illegal incursions by foreign vessels.
Leonardo
I support the CCG's efforts to uphold international laws and protect territorial integrity. It’s a necessary step.