Taiwan says China simulates 'attacks' on foreign navy ships

Taiwan says China simulates 'attacks' on foreign navy ships

Taiwan's intelligence chief said Wednesday that Chinese military aircraft have "simulated attacks" on foreign warships passing through sensitive waters separating China and Taiwan.

China says Taiwan is part of its territory and claims jurisdiction over the Taiwan Strait, a major international shipping route.

The United States, Britain and other countries view the strait as international waters open to all vessels.

Eight countries, including the United States, Japan, Australia and France, have sent naval ships through the narrow stretch of water so far this year, National Security Bureau director-general Tsai Ming-yen said.

China shadows "every vessel", Tsai told lawmakers in parliament.

"It will deploy corresponding naval as