In a move that has escalated tensions in the region, the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) has initiated military drills near Taiwan. The PLA’s Eastern Theatre Command spokesperson, Shi Yi, stated that the exercise serves as a warning to “independence forces” and against external interference. This development comes on the heels of the United States’ recent announcement of a significant arms sale to Taiwan, further complicating the already delicate situation.
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The Chinese military has dispatched air, navy, and rocket troops to conduct joint military drills around Taiwan, labeling it a “stern warning” against separatist and external interference forces. The drills are part of a broader operation named “Justice Mission 2025,” with a live-fire phase scheduled for Tuesday and multiple restricted zones announced. Taiwan has responded by raising its readiness levels in anticipation of potential threats arising from the military exercises.
The timing of these drills is crucial, given the backdrop of heightened tensions between China and the US and Japan. The US, in particular, has been a staunch supporter of Taiwan, providing military aid and backing its sovereignty. The recent arms sale to Taiwan has further strained relations between Washington and Beijing, with China viewing such actions as provocative and a violation of its territorial integrity.
The Chinese military’s maneuvers around Taiwan are not new, as Beijing has long considered the island a renegade province that must be reunified with the mainland, by force if necessary. Taiwan, on the other hand, views itself as a sovereign nation and has resisted China’s attempts to assert control over it. The military drills serve as a reminder of the ongoing tensions in the region and the potential for conflict if diplomatic solutions are not pursued.
As the situation continues to evolve, it is essential for all parties involved to exercise restraint and seek peaceful resolutions to avoid any escalation that could lead to a destabilizing conflict in the region. The international community must closely monitor developments and encourage dialogue to de-escalate tensions and promote stability in the Taiwan Strait.
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References:
1. South China Morning Post: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3337963/pla-holds-drill-near-taiwan-warning-independence-forces?utm_source=rss_feed
2. The Washington Times: https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2025/dec/28/china-stage-military-drills-around-taiwan-warn-external-forces-us/
3. BBC News: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c87l7xjp235o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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