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Taiwan Tracks 28 Chinese Warplanes as Tensions Flare in Taiwan Strait

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence reported detecting 28 sorties of Chinese military aircraft, with the majority crossing the median line of the Taiwan Strait. The aircraft conducted joint training with Chinese naval vessels operating near Taiwan. Simultaneously, Japan has lodged a strong protest against China for imposing export restrictions on Japanese firms, citing security concerns. The diplomatic friction intensified after Japan's Prime Minister suggested a Chinese attack on Taiwan would threaten Japan's survival.

Key Points: Taiwan Detects 28 Chinese Aircraft Sorties Near Its Airspace

  • 28 PLA aircraft detected
  • 22 crossed Taiwan Strait median line
  • Joint air-sea training with naval vessels
  • Japan protests Chinese export restrictions
  • Diplomatic row over Taiwan comments
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Taiwan detects 28 sorties of Chinese aircraft around itself

Taiwan's defense ministry reports 28 PLA aircraft sorties, with 22 crossing the Taiwan Strait median line, amid rising regional tensions.

"ROC Armed Forces have monitored the situation and responded accordingly. - Taiwan MND"

Taipei, February 25

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence on Wednesday detected overall 28 sorties of PLA aircraft in various types.

Of the 28, 22 sorties crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait and entered the northern, central and southwestern ADIZ.

In a post on X, the MND said, "Overall 28 sorties of PLA aircraft in various types (including J-10, J-16, KJ-500, etc.) were detected from 12:36 hr today. 22 out of 28 sorties crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait and entered the northern, central and southwestern ADIZ in conducting air-sea joint training along with other PLAN vessels. ROC Armed Forces have monitored the situation and responded accordingly."

Earlier in the day, the MND detected 5 Chinese naval vessels around its territorial waters.

In a post on X, the MND said, "5 PLAN vessel operating around Taiwan were detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. ROC Armed Forces have monitored the situation and responded. Illustration of flight path is not provided due to no PLA aircraft operating around Taiwan were detected during this timeframe."

Meanwhile, Japan has strongly protested China's move to restrict the export of "dual-use" items to 20 Japanese business entities that Beijing says could be used for military purposes, in the latest twist in a months-long diplomatic row between the two countries, as per Al Jazeera.

Japanese Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary Sato Kei said at a news conference that the move by China's Ministry of Commerce on Tuesday was "deplorable" and would "not be tolerated" by Tokyo.

Tokyo and Beijing have a historically acrimonious relationship, but diplomatic ties took a turn for the worse in November, when Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi told legislators that a Chinese attack on Taiwan would constitute a "survival-threatening situation" for Japan, which could necessitate military action, Al Jazeera reported.

- ANI

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Priya S
As an Indian, watching this from afar, it feels like a dangerous game of chicken. The Taiwan Strait is a global shipping lane. Any conflict there would disrupt trade and affect economies worldwide, including ours. Hope cooler heads prevail. 🙏
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Aman W
The article mentions Japan's reaction too. This is key. A wider Asian security dilemma is forming. India must strengthen its own partnerships in the Indo-Pacific (like the Quad) to ensure a balance of power. Our national interest lies in a free and open region, not one dominated by a single power's military flights.
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Sarah B
While I understand the strategic concerns, I have a respectful criticism of the reporting. The article heavily features Taiwan's defense ministry statements. For a balanced view from an Indian reader, it would be helpful to also include China's stated rationale for these exercises, even if one disagrees with it.
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Vikram M
28 sorties is a significant number. J-10s and J-16s are advanced fighters. This isn't just a routine patrol. It's a clear message. After the Galwan clash, we in India know how China operates. Taiwan must stay strong, and the world must pay attention.
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Nisha Z
The economic angle with Japan is interesting. China restricting exports to Japanese firms shows they use multiple levers - military and economic. In today's interconnected world, we need diplomacy, not escalation. Yaar, sab ko thanda rakhna chahiye.

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