Taiwanese captain freed after paying fine for illegal fishing in Chinese waters.

A Taiwanese fishing vessel captain was released by Chinese authorities after serving a four-month detention for illegal fishing in Chinese waters. The captain paid a fine of over RMB210,000 (US$29,056) for fishing during a moratorium in a restricted zone. The vessel and the captain are expected to return to Penghu County's Zhuwan Harbor. Chinese authorities stated that the legal actions helped maintain order and protect marine resources.

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