The Mainland Affairs Council of the Republic of China (Taiwan) has protested against China's unexpected ban on the export of several aquatic products from Taiwan, including squid and saury, citing potential political factors. This ban follows China's earlier restrictions on imports of Taiwanese grouper, white hairtail, and jack mackerel. The council has expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of communication and the impact on Taiwanese business operators. Taiwan's government is actively engaging with China to resolve the issue and is considering countermeasures to protect the interests of local fishermen.