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A New Weapon? Chinese Ships Dredge in Waters Claimed by Taiwan

The number of Chinese dredgers in Taiwanese waters has increased over the past few years as illegal dredging intensifies.

International law defines statehood and provides the rules of war, but ambiguities abound in the case of Taiwan.

If a narrow interpretation of international law saw China attack Taiwan, a League of Nations-style crisis would ensue.

By making near-daily incursions, experts say China is normalizing its aggression and militarization.