China steps up military pressure on Taiwan, haunts island territory during Lunar New Year holiday
3 weeks, 1 day ago

China steps up military pressure on Taiwan, haunts island territory during Lunar New Year holiday

Firstpost  

During this year’s celebrations, 70 per cent of the PLA aircraft crossed the median line in the Taiwan Strait, a de facto boundary between China and Taiwan. This marked a sharp increase from 32 per cent a year earlier China’s military intensified its maneouvers near Taiwan during the recent Lunar New Year holiday. China’s Eastern Theatre Command, responsible for operations in the Taiwan Strait, conducted “multiple combat readiness patrols and exercises” near the island between January 29, Lunar New Year’s Eve, and February 12, the Lantern Festival, state broadcaster CCTV reported. Taiwan’s defence ministry reported that 30 PLA aircraft and seven naval vessels operated near the island on the final day of the holiday period, with 23 aircraft crossing the median line.

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China threatens Taiwan again, speaks of ‘tightening noose’ and 'hanging swords' if separatist movements grow
1 week ago

China threatens Taiwan again, speaks of ‘tightening noose’ and 'hanging swords' if separatist movements grow

Firstpost  

‘The more rampant Taiwan independence separatists become, the tighter the noose around their necks and the sharper the sword hanging over their heads will be,’ Chinese army spokesman Wu Qian said A Navy miniature is seen in front of displayed Chinese and Taiwanese flags in this illustration taken, April 11, 2023. File Image- Reuters China’s military warned Sunday that it …

Taiwan detects 11 Chinese balloons near the island in 24 hours: Defence Ministry
1 week, 2 days ago

Taiwan detects 11 Chinese balloons near the island in 24 hours: Defence Ministry

Firstpost  

It was the highest number of balloons recorded, according to an AFP tally of the data dating back to December 2023 A Navy miniature is seen in front of displayed Chinese and Taiwanese flags in this illustration taken, April 11, 2023. File Image- Reuters Taiwan detected 11 Chinese balloons near the island in a 24-hour period, the defence ministry said …

China’s Military Puts Pacific on Notice as U.S. Priorities Shift
2 weeks, 2 days ago

China’s Military Puts Pacific on Notice as U.S. Priorities Shift

New York Times  

China has in recent weeks staged military drills off Australia and Vietnam, sending pointed warnings near and far. Three Chinese naval ships, including a cruiser with 112 missile tubes, showed up in the waters near Australia this month, only announcing plans to fire artillery for practice after the exercise had started. The exercises, while relatively brief, highlight that China’s military …

Taiwan says detects 45 Chinese aircraft in 24 hours, highest this year
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Taiwan says detects 45 Chinese aircraft in 24 hours, highest this year

Raw Story  

by Amber WANG Taiwan said Thursday it detected 45 Chinese aircraft near the self-ruled island, the highest number this year and a tally that comes a day after Taipei condemned China's "live-fire" drills off the south. In the 24 hours to 6:00 am, 45 Chinese aircraft and 14 warships were spotted near Taiwan, Taipei's defense ministry said in a statement. …

Taiwan condemns China for conducting shooting drills off its coast
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Taiwan condemns China for conducting shooting drills off its coast

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan on Thursday condemned China’s military exercises after Beijing designated an area to conduct shooting drills off the self-governed island’s southwest coast. In Beijing, Chinese Defense Ministry spokesperson Wu Qian accused Taiwan of playing up what he called routine activity of China’s military, officially called the People’s Liberation Army. Taiwan’s Defense Ministry said in a 24-hour period …

45 aircraft, 14 warships: Taiwan reports largest Chinese military presence in 2025 after ‘live-fire’ drills
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

45 aircraft, 14 warships: Taiwan reports largest Chinese military presence in 2025 after ‘live-fire’ drills

Firstpost  

The escalation comes a day after Taiwan accused Beijing of conducting live-fire exercises without prior warning in an area about 40 nautical miles off its southern coast Chinese and Taiwanese flags are seen in this illustration, on August 6, 2022. Reuters File Taiwan’s defence ministry said Thursday that it had detected 45 Chinese aircraft and 14 warships operating near the …

Taiwan condemns China for conducting shooting drills off its coast
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Taiwan condemns China for conducting shooting drills off its coast

NPR  

Taiwan condemns China for conducting shooting drills off its coast toggle caption AP/Taiwan Ministry of National Defense TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan on Thursday condemned China's military exercises after Beijing designated an area to conduct shooting drills off the self-governed island's southwest coast. "China is the biggest troublemaker for regional peace and stability, and the sole and greatest threat to peace …

Taiwan says China set up ‘live-fire training’ zone off its coast without warning
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Taiwan says China set up ‘live-fire training’ zone off its coast without warning

CNN  

Taipei/Hong Kong CNN — China’s military has set up a zone for “live-fire training” about 46 miles off the southwestern coast of Taiwan without advance notice, the island’s defense ministry said on Wednesday. Taiwan’s defense ministry said it detected 32 Chinese military aircraft in the Taiwan Strait starting shortly before 9am on Wednesday. “During this period, blatantly violated international norms …

China steps up military pressure on Taiwan, haunts island territory during Lunar New Year holiday
3 weeks, 1 day ago

China steps up military pressure on Taiwan, haunts island territory during Lunar New Year holiday

Firstpost  

During this year’s celebrations, 70 per cent of the PLA aircraft crossed the median line in the Taiwan Strait, a de facto boundary between China and Taiwan. File image/ Reuters China’s military intensified its maneouvers near Taiwan during the recent Lunar New Year holiday. China’s Eastern Theatre Command, responsible for operations in the Taiwan Strait, conducted “multiple combat readiness patrols …

China says US has ‘gravely backpedaled’ on Taiwan
3 weeks, 6 days ago

China says US has ‘gravely backpedaled’ on Taiwan

Associated Press  

BEIJING — China’s Foreign Ministry took issue Monday with a revised U.S. government fact sheet that removed a line on American opposition to independence for Taiwan. The United States has “gravely backpedaled” on its position on Taiwan and sent the wrong message to “separatist forces” on the island, ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said. stop emboldening and supporting Taiwan independence and …

Taiwan detects 24 Chinese military aircrafts near island
1 month ago

Taiwan detects 24 Chinese military aircrafts near island

Al Jazeera  

Chinese jets tell Canadian warship transiting through the Taiwan Strait to change course. Taiwan has detected 24 Chinese military aircraft near the island as a Canadian warship passed through the sensitive Taiwan Strait, Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defence says. The Chinese aircraft included fighter jets and drones and were spotted on Sunday carrying out “joint combat readiness patrols” with military …

First US Navy ships transit Taiwan strait, prompting China's strong response
1 month ago

First US Navy ships transit Taiwan strait, prompting China's strong response

Hindustan Times  

Two U.S. Navy ships sailed through the sensitive Taiwan Strait this week in the first such mission since President Donald Trump took office last month, drawing an angry reaction from China, which said the mission increased security risks. In the first such voyage since President Donald Trump took office last month, two U.S. Navy ships passed through the delicate Taiwan …

China says US naval patrol of Taiwan Strait poses security risk
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1 month ago

China says US naval patrol of Taiwan Strait poses security risk

Al Jazeera  

The US Navy described its patrol as a ‘routine’ exercise through the international waterway. China’s military has accused the United States of engaging in risky behaviour in the Taiwan Strait after two US naval ships transited the international waterway. “The transit occurred through a corridor in the Taiwan Strait that is beyond any coastal state’s territorial seas,” said Navy Commander …

Mainland slams DPP for obstructing cross-Strait tourism
1 month ago

Mainland slams DPP for obstructing cross-Strait tourism

China Daily  

A Chinese mainland spokeswoman criticized Taiwan authorities for obstructing cross-Strait tourism and exchanges, after the island denied entry permits for several Shanghai groups to attend the 2025 Taipei Lantern Festival, breaking a tradition unbroken since 2015. She also condemned the Democratic Progressive Party administration for hindering mainland group tours to Taiwan under the pretext of coordination through cross-Strait tourism associations. …

Taiwan's legislature votes to cut defense spending as US support remains uncertain
1 month ago

Taiwan's legislature votes to cut defense spending as US support remains uncertain

NPR  

Taiwan's legislature votes to cut defense spending as US support remains uncertain A fierce debate in Taiwan over defense spending comes at a time when China continues to pressure the island and Washington's support is in question. SCOTT SIMON, HOST: Shortly after Donald Trump's inauguration, Taiwan's opposition-controlled legislature voted to reduce defense spending. VALENTINE: Chinese aircraft crossed near Taiwan over …

Belligerent China sends six balloons, nine warplanes near Taiwan in big move to build pressure
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1 month, 1 week ago

Belligerent China sends six balloons, nine warplanes near Taiwan in big move to build pressure

Firstpost  

China sent six balloons, nine military aircraft, and six warships near Taiwan within a span of 24 hours– one of the highest recorded numbers in recent months for that timeframe Taiwan’s defence ministry on Friday said that it detected six Chinese balloons near the island over the past 24 hours, one of the highest recorded numbers in recent months as …

'Peace, not confrontation’: Taiwan calls for talks with China amid ‘multifold changes'
1 month, 1 week ago

'Peace, not confrontation’: Taiwan calls for talks with China amid ‘multifold changes'

Firstpost  

Lai, who China detests as a ‘separatist’, has repeatedly called for talks with Beijing, which has stepped up its military and political pressure against the democratically-governed island it sees as sovereign Chinese territory Taiwan and China need to talk to each other to achieve peace given the “multifold changes” in the international situation, Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te said on Monday, …

Man who sailed from China to Taiwan in rubber dinghy indicted while Chinese jets surround island
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Man who sailed from China to Taiwan in rubber dinghy indicted while Chinese jets surround island

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — A man who sailed across the Taiwan Strait from China in a rubber dinghy has been indicted for illegally entering the island, while an unusually large number of Chinese fighter jets flew through the area in an apparent show of force. In its indictment earlier this month, the New Taipei District Prosecutors Office said Wang, 32, phoned …

Taiwan detects Chinese aircraft, ships near territory in recent incursion; ‘PLA crossed median line’
2 months ago

Taiwan detects Chinese aircraft, ships near territory in recent incursion; ‘PLA crossed median line’

Live Mint  

Taiwan on Sunday said that it detected renewed incursion by China's People's Liberation Army as it sent several aircraft and ships across the sensitive Taiwan Strait. At least eight Chinese aircraft and six naval ships near Taiwanese territory were detected by Taiwan in the recent escalation of tensions, with the previous alleging that some aircraft of the PLA even crossed …

PLA Maneuvers Near Taiwan in December: Misperceptions and Strategic Realities
2 months ago

PLA Maneuvers Near Taiwan in December: Misperceptions and Strategic Realities

The Diplomat  

In December, China conducted a series of large-scale military activities near Taiwan and in the Western Pacific, drawing significant attention from regional and international actors. On December 13, China’s Ministry of National Defense provided commentary on the large-scale military activities for the first time, with its spokesperson stating, “The PLA will decide whether and when to conduct military exercises in …

Taiwan demonstrates sea defenses against potential Chinese attack as tensions rise with Beijing
2 months, 1 week ago

Taiwan demonstrates sea defenses against potential Chinese attack as tensions rise with Beijing

Associated Press  

KAOHSIUNG, Taiwan — Taiwan on Thursday demonstrated its sea defenses against a potential Chinese attack as tensions rise with Beijing, part of a multitiered strategy to deter an invasion from the mainland. The island’s navy highlighted its Kuang Hua VI fast attack missile boats and Tuo Chiang-class corvettes in waters near Taiwan’s largest port of Kaohsiung, a major hub for …

Taiwan detects 5 Chinese aircraft, 6 naval vessels near its shores
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Taiwan detects 5 Chinese aircraft, 6 naval vessels near its shores

Deccan Chronicle  

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense reported detecting five Chinese People's Liberation Army aircraft and six People's Liberation Army Navy vessels operating near Taiwan.According to the MND, three of the five PLA aircraft crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern and southwestern Air Defense Identification Zone.In a post shared on X, the MND said, "5 PLA aircraft and 6 PLAN …

Taiwan simulates military response in historic tabletop exercise against Chinese threats
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Taiwan simulates military response in historic tabletop exercise against Chinese threats

Firstpost  

The three-hour exercise held on Thursday comes as the island faces renewed military threats from Beijing, according to a report Chinese and Taiwanese flags are seen in this illustration, on August 6, 2022. Reuters File Taiwan’s Presidential Office conducted its inaugural tabletop exercise simulating a military escalation with China, according to a Reuters report, citing several officials familiar with the …

Taipei mayor calls for less confrontation as China continues sending ships, planes near island
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Taipei mayor calls for less confrontation as China continues sending ships, planes near island

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — The China-friendly mayor of Taiwan’s capital, Taipei, on Tuesday called for less confrontation between the sides, even as Beijing continues to send warships and fighter jets to intimidate the self-governing island democracy. lights on fishing boats at dawn and less noise of ships and planes.” Between Monday and Tuesday, China sent 10 military aircraft and seven aircraft …

Taipei mayor calls for less confrontation as China continues sending ships, planes near island
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Taipei mayor calls for less confrontation as China continues sending ships, planes near island

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The China-friendly mayor of Taiwan’s …

China’s military is staying silent on its recent activity around Taiwan
3 months ago

China’s military is staying silent on its recent activity around Taiwan

Associated Press  

BEIJING — China’s military kept silent Friday on its large deployment of naval and coast guard ships off Taiwan this week, with its top spokesperson quoting an ancient strategist instead. He then said that the military will decide whether to hold an exercise based on its needs and the situation, and that, either way, the country’s People’s Liberation Army remains …

China's military is staying silent on its recent activity around Taiwan
3 months ago

China's military is staying silent on its recent activity around Taiwan

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy China's military kept silent Friday …

Taiwan demands that China end its military activity in nearby waters
3 months ago

Taiwan demands that China end its military activity in nearby waters

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan demanded Wednesday that China end its ongoing military activity in nearby waters, which it said is unilaterally undermining peace and stability and disrupting international shipping and trade. Taiwan’s military has detected Chinese ships since Monday, both off Taiwan and farther out along the first-island chain, Defense Ministry officials said this week. By then, it would be …

Taiwan says detects 53 Chinese military aircraft, 19 ships near island
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3 months ago

Taiwan says detects 53 Chinese military aircraft, 19 ships near island

Deccan Chronicle  

Taipei: Taiwan said Wednesday it had detected 53 Chinese military aircraft and 19 ships near the island in the past 24 hours, as Beijing holds its biggest maritime mobilisation in years. That was the highest number of aircraft detected in a single day since a record 153 was reported on October 15 after China staged large-scale military drills in response …

Taiwan blames ‘troublemaker’ China for huge naval drills near shores
3 months ago

Taiwan blames ‘troublemaker’ China for huge naval drills near shores

Al Jazeera  

Defence Ministry says it tracked 53 Chinese military aircraft and 11 navy ships in 24 hours. Taiwan’s presidency has called on China to halt its “provocative acts” after the self-ruled island’s officials accused Chinese forces of ramping up military drills on its doorstep. “These actions inject uncertainty and risk into the region, creating disruptions for neighbouring countries, and it confirms …

China stages largest show of force in decades after US visit by Taiwan’s Lai
3 months ago

China stages largest show of force in decades after US visit by Taiwan’s Lai

Live Mint  

TAIPEI—China massed dozens of navy and coast guard vessels in what appears to be the largest maritime exercises targeting Taiwan and the broader Western Pacific region since 1996, a potent warning to the incoming Trump administration of its intention to eventually take control of the island. Photo: TAIWAN COAST GUARD/Agence France-Presse/Getty Images China has deployed nearly 60 naval ships and …

Taiwan’s Defense Ministry says a large Chinese military force has been detected near island
3 months ago

Taiwan’s Defense Ministry says a large Chinese military force has been detected near island

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — China’s secretive military appears to be up to something around Taiwan, but it’s unclear whether it’s a formal military drill. Taiwan’s Defense Ministry said Tuesday that it has detected a dozen Chinese naval ships and 47 military planes in the past 24 hours but no live-fire activity as in previous military exercises. Lt. Gen. Hsieh Jih-sheng said …

Taiwan military on high alert as China warships sail near island
3 months ago

Taiwan military on high alert as China warships sail near island

Raw Story  

Taiwan's military was on high alert Monday after detecting Chinese warships near the island, Taipei said, as it prepared for likely drills by Beijing in response to President Lai Ching-te's US visits. The ministry said its forces had "identified PLA Eastern, Northern, and Southern Theater Command naval formations, along with Coast Guard vessels, entering areas around the Taiwan Strait and …

Taiwan says China has sent naval ships into nearby waters ahead of anticipated drills
3 months, 1 week ago

Taiwan says China has sent naval ships into nearby waters ahead of anticipated drills

Associated Press  

BEIJING — China’s military appears to be preparing for widely anticipated drills in response to a recent visit by Taiwan’s president to Hawaii and Guam. Taiwan’s defense ministry said Monday that it detected Chinese naval and coast guard ships entering the Taiwan Strait and the western Pacific and that China had restricted airspace along its southeast coast through Wednesday. “It …

Taiwan says China has sent naval ships into nearby waters ahead of anticipated drills
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3 months, 1 week ago

Taiwan says China has sent naval ships into nearby waters ahead of anticipated drills

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Taiwan's defense ministry said Monday that it detected Chinese …

Taiwan's military on high alert as Chinese warships sail near island
3 months, 1 week ago

Taiwan's military on high alert as Chinese warships sail near island

ABC  

Taiwan's military has raised its alert level after detecting Chinese warships near the island as it prepares for likely drills by Beijing in response to President Lai Ching-te's US visits. The ministry said its forces had "identified PLA Eastern, Northern, and Southern Theater Command naval formations, along with Coast Guard vessels, entering areas around the Taiwan Strait and the Western …

China begins military movements around Taiwan as the island braces for potential drills
3 months, 1 week ago

China begins military movements around Taiwan as the island braces for potential drills

CNN  

Taipei/Hong Kong CNN — Multiple formations of Chinese naval and coast guard vessels are moving in waters around the Taiwan Strait and the Western Pacific, Taiwan’s Defense Ministry said Monday, as the island braces for potential military drills by Beijing. Chinese authorities voiced firm opposition to Lai’s trip, referring to him as a “separatist.” Lai’s trip came after the US …

Taiwan reports 14 Chinese warships and 4 balloons near the island
3 months, 1 week ago

Taiwan reports 14 Chinese warships and 4 balloons near the island

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — China sent 14 warships, seven military aircraft and four balloons near Taiwan between Saturday and Sunday, according to Taiwan’s Defense Ministry, as Beijing ramps up pressure on the island it claims as its own. China’s military activities come amid speculation Beijing might organize military drills around the island in response to Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te’s recent visit …

Taiwan reports 14 Chinese warships and 4 balloons near the island
3 months, 1 week ago

Taiwan reports 14 Chinese warships and 4 balloons near the island

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy China sent 14 warships, seven …

Taiwan reports 14 Chinese warships and 4 balloons near the island
3 months, 1 week ago

Taiwan reports 14 Chinese warships and 4 balloons near the island

LA Times  

China sent 14 warships, seven military aircraft and four balloons near Taiwan between Saturday and Sunday, according to Taiwan’s Defense Ministry, as Beijing ramps up pressure on the island it claims as its own. China’s military activities come amid speculation Beijing might organize military drills around the island in response to Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te’s recent visit to Pacific allies, …

Taiwan detects 41 Chinese military aircraft, ships ahead of Lai US stopover
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Taiwan detects 41 Chinese military aircraft, ships ahead of Lai US stopover

New Indian Express  

TAIWAN: Taiwan said Friday it detected 41 Chinese military aircraft and ships around the island ahead of a Hawaii stopover by President Lai Ching-te, part of a Pacific tour that has sparked fury in Beijing. In the 24 hours to 6:00 am on Friday, Taiwan's defence ministry said it had detected 33 Chinese aircraft and eight navy vessels in its …

Chinese warplanes track US Navy aircraft through the sensitive Taiwan Strait
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Chinese warplanes track US Navy aircraft through the sensitive Taiwan Strait

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — China deployed military aircraft and ships to track and monitor a U.S. Navy plane transiting the sensitive Taiwan Strait on Tuesday, Beijing said, as the two nations continue to spar over self-ruled Taiwan. The U.S. Navy’s 7th fleet said in a statement a P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft flew through the strait’s international space “in accordance with …

Taiwan quietly alters threshold to trigger air raid alarm in case of China’s incursion
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Taiwan quietly alters threshold to trigger air raid alarm in case of China’s incursion

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Taiwan has been issuing air raid alerts if the …

Taiwan president will visit allies in South Pacific as rival China seeks inroads
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Taiwan president will visit allies in South Pacific as rival China seeks inroads

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te will visit the self-governing island’s allies in the South Pacific, where rival China has been seeking diplomatic inroads. The trip comes against the background of Chinese loans, grants and security cooperation treaties with Pacific island nations that have aroused major concern in the U.S., New Zealand, Australia and others over Beijing’s moves to …

Taiwan's President Warns China Not to Yield an Inch of Territory in Kinmen
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Taiwan's President Warns China Not to Yield an Inch of Territory in Kinmen

Firstpost  

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te has stated that his country will not cede an inch of its territory to China during his visit to the Kinmen islands on Friday. He made the remarks during a visit to the Kinmen islands off China for the 75th anniversary of a victory over communist forces in the Battle of Guningtou.

Taiwan Warns of Blockade as China Continues Military Exercises near Island
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Taiwan Warns of Blockade as China Continues Military Exercises near Island

Al Jazeera  

Taiwan's defense chief warns of a Chinese blockade as a potential act of war. Taiwan's defense ministry stated that a blockade would have far-reaching consequences for international trade and would be an act of war according to international law. China claims Taiwan as its territory and has been conducting military exercises around the island, including simulating blockading key ports and …

China holds live-fire drills opposite Taiwan, a week after large-scale exercise
4 months, 3 weeks ago

China holds live-fire drills opposite Taiwan, a week after large-scale exercise

The Independent  

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How Taiwan is preparing its citizens for a Chinese invasion: beware fake news and be ready to resist
5 months ago

How Taiwan is preparing its citizens for a Chinese invasion: beware fake news and be ready to resist

The Independent  

Find your nearest shelter, carry bottled drinking water and be prepared to fight for your life. open image in gallery Taiwan-based citizen activism group’s civil defence guide has to-do steps for Taiwan’s population in the event of crisis and war At a summit held by the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China in Taipei in July, the largest gathering of foreign lawmakers …

China launches war games around Taiwan, drawing sharp criticism from Taipei
5 months ago

China launches war games around Taiwan, drawing sharp criticism from Taipei

ABC  

China's military has commenced a new round of war games near Taiwan, aimed at signalling a stern warning to the island's pro-independence movements. Taiwan's Defence Ministry said on Tuesday it had detected a record number of 153 Chinese military aircraft participating in China's war games around the island. Taiwan's security chief said China's military drills around the island were "inconsistent …

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