Taiwan's military is tracking a steady Chinese naval presence around the island, a routine but tense standoff that keeps regional risk elevated.

• Taiwan's defense ministry detected 7 Chinese warships and 6 government ships near the island over the past day.
• Taiwan responded with aircraft, ships, and land-based missile systems to watch the movements.
• No Chinese military planes have been spotted near Taiwan since last week, when two fighters crossed into the Taiwan Strait.
• The pattern shows pressure shifting to the water rather than the air, at least for now.

Outlook: Expect the daily naval presence to continue, with air activity likely to resume as part of the usual cycle of pressure.