Taiwan Runs Joint Coast Guard Drill With Palau During Presidential Visit

Fulfilling a promise from Taiwan President Lai Ching-te, vessels from Taiwan and Palau's coast guard ran joint exercises during Lai's state visit.

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00:00We're on board the Taiwan Coast Guard Cutter Yunlin, one of the largest in the fleet and

00:05it's docked here in Palau as President Lai Ching-de makes an official visit to Taiwan's

00:11diplomatic ally. Lai has promised closer cooperation with Palau on maritime safety and security.

00:30Today, they're doing a search and rescue mission here in Palau's waters using drones.

00:45This comes as Palau says China has been illegally sending boats into its waters. Punishment,

00:51it says, for its friendship with Taiwan and for speaking up for it on the world stage.

00:56John Su and Rick Lowatt in Palau for Taiwan Plus.