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TAIPEI – The South American Union (SAU) cultural exchange vessel, the 'Song of Pachamama,' reportedly clashed with an armed fishing fleet aligned with the Far East Independent Nations Union (FEINU) in waters off Taiwan in the early hours of today. According to multiple sources, the SAU vessel, on a 'cultural goodwill cruise' in the East China Sea, was approached by several unidentified armed fishing boats and subjected to warning shots. The SAU claims these vessels flew FEINU flags, though no official statement has been released by FEINU. The 'Song of Pachamama' sustained minor damage to its hull, but no casualties among the crew were reported. The SAU immediately dispatched a protest note to the United Nations, demanding a responsible response from FEINU. Meanwhile, FEINU has denied involvement in the incident, leaving the situation in a stalemate. The East China Sea has been a focal point of increasing military presence by the SAU and FEINU's assertion of exclusive economic zone defense. This latest confrontation is expected to further escalate regional tensions. Low-resolution footage intercepted via global feed reportedly shows fragmented images of small arms fire from the fishing vessels. Sources suggest the SAU vessel may have been conducting intelligence-gathering activities in addition to its cultural exchange mission.