Republic of China Coast Guard

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Republic of China Coast Guard Administration
Governmental Organization
Personnel	15,034 (est. 2004)

The Republic of China Coast Guard Administration is charged with maintaining law and order, protecting the resources of the territorial waters surrounding Taiwan, Penghu, Kinmen, Matsu Islands, Green Island, Orchid Island, Dongsha Islands, and Nansha Islands as well as providing a first line of defense along coastal areas against smugglers and illegal immigrants. The ROCCGA is considered a civilian law enforcement agency under the administration of the Executive Yuan, though during emergencies it may be incorporated as part of the military.

Organization

The Coast Guard Administration is headed by one minister and three deputy ministers. The agency is divided into two major directorates.

• Maritime Patrol Directorate General: Responsible for all maritime patrols and operations at sea.
• *1 - 16th Offshore Flotillae
• *Northern, Southern, Central, and Eastern Flotilla Sectors

Coastal Patrol Directorate General: Responsible for land based operations, primarily the patrolling of harbors, beaches and other coastal areas.

*Northern, Southern, Central, and Eastern Coastal Patrol Offices

History

The ROCCGA was established in March 2000, combining units from the military, police, and Ministry of Finance. It has seen a great deal of action for a young agency, participating in numerous search and rescue and anti-smuggling operations. The Coast Guard Administration was also recently involved in escorting Taiwanese fishing boats into waters disputed with Japan claimed by both sides as part of their exclusive economic zones.

See also

• National Police Agency (Republic of China)

External references & links

• [ROC Coast Guard Administration Website (English)]

 

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