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Taiwan Tracks 30 PLA Sorties, 6 Warships in Latest China Military Pressure

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence detected 30 People's Liberation Army aircraft and 6 naval vessels operating near its territory. A significant majority of the aircraft, 22 sorties, crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait and entered the island's air defense identification zones. The incursions occurred in the northern, central, and southwestern sectors, with Taiwan's armed forces monitoring and responding to the situation. This activity occurs alongside a separate diplomatic row where Japan has protested China's export restrictions on Japanese firms.

Key Points: Taiwan Detects 30 PLA Aircraft, 6 Vessels in Airspace Incursion

  • 30 PLA aircraft detected
  • 22 crossed median line
  • 6 PLAN vessels operating
  • Entries in multiple ADIZ sectors
  • Japan protests China export restrictions
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Taiwan detects 30 sorties of PLA aircraft, 6 PLAN vessels around its territory

Taiwan's defense ministry reports 30 Chinese military aircraft and 6 naval vessels near its territory, with 22 crossing the median line into its ADIZ.

"30 sorties of PLA aircraft and 6 PLAN vessels operating around Taiwan were detected up until 6 a.m. today. - MoD Taiwan"

Taipei, February 26

The Ministry of Defence of Taiwan detected 30 sorties of People's Liberation Army aircraft and 6 People's Liberation Army Navy vessels operating around its territory up until 6 a.m. today.

Out if the 30 sorties detected, 22 crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern, central and southwestern ADIZ.

In a post on X, MoD Taiwan wrote, "30 sorties of PLA aircraft and 6 PLAN vessels operating around Taiwan were detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. 22 out of 30 sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern, central and southwestern ADIZ. We have monitored the situation and responded."

Earlier, Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) on Wednesday detected 28 sorties of PLA aircraft in various types (including J-10, J-16, KJ-500, etc).

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."

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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Sarah B
From a strategic perspective, this is a significant show of force. It reminds us in India of the importance of maintaining strong defense capabilities and maritime awareness in our own region. The Japan angle is also very interesting.
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Priya S
It's a tense situation. While we understand China's stated position, these frequent incursions feel like bullying. The world, including India, should advocate for de-escalation. No one wants another flashpoint. 🙏
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Rohit P
Honestly, this is becoming a regular headline. It shows how critical Taiwan Strait security is for global trade routes. Any conflict there would disrupt supply chains massively, affecting economies like ours. Hope cooler heads prevail.
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Karthik V
Respectfully, I think the article could provide more context on Taiwan's own defense preparedness and the historical claims. Just reporting numbers doesn't give the full picture. The situation is complex.
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Nisha Z
China's actions and the Japanese response highlight a multipolar world in action. India must navigate these waters carefully, focusing on our national interest and maintaining strategic autonomy. Jai Hind!

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