TAIPEI: The de facto British, French and German embassies in Taipei issued a joint statement on Wednesday expressing concern about recent Chinese activities off the east coast of Taiwan, where China has mounted coast guard patrols. “We have noted with concern novel Chinese activity in the waters east of Taiwan. These actions threaten regional stability and the freedom of navigation and safety of international shipping,” the statement said.

TAIPEI: The de facto British, French and German embassies in Taipei issued a joint statement on Wednesday expressing concern about recent Chinese activities off the east…

China views democratically governed Taiwan as its own territory and its military operates around the island on an almost daily basis.

Britain, France, and Germany have voiced serious concerns over China's recent maritime activities near Taiwan's east coast. These actions, including coast guard patrols and survey…