How China is weaponizing its fishing fleet

The video discusses China's use of a maritime militia to assert control over the South China Sea. These so-called fishing boats are equipped with military-grade weapons and are used to protect Chinese fishing fleets and assert territorial claims. The boats are faster and more heavily armed than typical fishing vessels, posing a significant threat. A recent incident at Woodson Reef, within the Philippines' territorial waters, exemplifies this aggressive strategy.

What role do the weaponized fishing boats play in China's military strategy?

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How do analysts describe the size and capabilities of these fishing boats compared to normal fishing boats?

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What is the significance of Woodson Reef in the context of the fishing boats?

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In what way do these boats contribute to China's ability to assert its claims in disputed waters?

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What actions did more than 200 Chinese fishing boats take last month around Woodson Reef?

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