Wellington, Sept 22, 2026 (AFP) - Two New Zealand naval ships transit Taiwan Strait

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2026-09-22

Two New Zealand naval vessels passed through the Taiwan Strait last week, the New Zealand Defence Force said Tuesday. China says Taiwan is part of its territory and claims jurisdiction over the Taiwan Strait, a major international shipping route. New Zealand, the United States, Australia and other countries view the strait as international waters open to all vessels. The two ships, Anzac-class frigate HMNZS Te Mana and sustainment vessel HMNZS Ao......

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