TAIPEI: Taiwan said its military was on high alert on Monday (Dec 9) as it launched combat readiness drills after detecting Chinese warships and coast guard vessels in waters around the island. The exercises were also in response to Beijing's army restricting the airspace off the Chinese coast.
Two people ride a motorcycle as a Taiwan ese Air Force Mirage 2000 fighter jet approaches for landing at an air force base in Hsinchu on May 23, 2024. TAIPEI: Taiwan said its military was on high alert on Monday as it launched combat readiness drills after detecting Chinese warships and coast guard vessels in waters around the island.
There was no immediate public announcement by the PLA or Chinese state media about increased military activity around Taiwan. "No matter how many military exercises, warships and aircraft China sends to coerce neighbouring countries, it cannot win the respect of any country," Lai said.
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