# China’s military on Friday condemned the sailing of a US and British warship through the sensitive Taiwan Strait, saying it ordered naval and air forces to monitor and warn the two ships. It said the two ships were engaged in “trouble-making and provocation”. Britain’s defence ministry said the sailing was a routine passage and in full compliance with international law and norms. China, which views Taiwan as its own territory, says the strategic waterway is part of its territorial waters. China has, over the past five years, increased its military pressure on the island.
China condemns sailing of US, British warships through Taiwan Strait