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Taiwan Strait, Maritime passage between mainland China and Taiwan.

The Taiwan Strait extends 330 kilometers from northeast to southwest, connecting the South China Sea with the East China Sea at depths reaching 70 meters.

Portuguese navigators encountered this maritime corridor in the 16th century, naming the adjacent island Formosa while establishing initial European contact with the region.

The strait serves as a water boundary between two distinct administrative regions, creating a natural border that influences regional maritime traditions and fishing practices.

The passage handles maritime traffic of 400 vessels daily, facilitating transportation of petroleum, natural gas, and commercial goods between East Asian nations.

The Penghu archipelago of 64 volcanic islands sits within the strait, located 120 kilometers from mainland China under Taiwanese administration.

Address: Taiwan Strait

GPS coordinates: 24.35793,119.78892

Latest update: March 6, 2025 07:11

The Most Important Maritime Straits in the World

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Maritime straits are essential passages for navigation and global trade. These natural waterways between lands connect oceans and seas, allowing the movement of merchant ships and international maritime transport. From the English Channel to the Strait of Malacca, these passages are crucial for the maritime economy and commercial exchanges between continents.

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