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Navigating the Legal Boundary Between Police and Military Force in the South China Sea

Coercive standoffs between state law enforcement vessels in the South China Sea blur the line between police and military force, rendering traditional legal formalisms unworkable. This analysis advocates a functionalist approach, classifying maritime acts by their actual function rather than institutional label. A four-element framework, target, legal basis, measures, and systemic effect, offers a calibrated path forward. For deeper context, our coverage of Taiwan's Coast Guard repelling 16 vessels illustrates these dynamics in practice. Understanding drives protection, even in contested waters.