Taiwan's military is tracking a steady Chinese naval presence around the island, a routine but tense reminder of pressure in the Taiwan Strait.

• Seven Chinese warships and six government vessels were spotted around Taiwan over a 24-hour window.
• Taiwan's Defense Ministry says it is watching closely using aircraft, ships, and shore-based missile systems.
• No Chinese military aircraft were detected during the same period, an unusual quiet spell in the air.
• These near-daily patrols keep pressure on Taiwan without crossing into open conflict.

Outlook: Expect the ship patrols to continue at a similar pace, with air activity likely picking back up.