Taiwan’s Coast Guard Administration launched its 12th and final 600-ton Anping-class patrol vessel on Friday in Kaohsiung.
The vessel, named Donggang (CG-615), was christened at a ceremony held at the Jong Shyn Shipbuilding facility.
Ocean Affairs Council Minister Kuan Bi-ling presided over the naming. Pingtung County Magistrate Chou Chun-mi performed the traditional bottle-smashing ritual to bless the ship.
The Chinese communist regime considers democratically governed Taiwan part of its territory and has never ruled out using force to bring the island under Beijing’s control.
Kuan said the Coast Guard’s role has expanded beyond traditional law enforcement. It now includes safeguarding sovereignty and protecting the homeland amid growing challenges….
Taiwan Coast Guard Launches Final Missile-Capable Anping-Class Ship
