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Taiwan Condemns China's Military Drills, Puts Forces on High Alert

Taiwan has strongly condemned China's deployment of air, naval, and rocket forces for joint military exercises around the island, describing them as a threat to regional peace. The Taiwanese Ministry of Defence has placed its forces on high alert, deploying mission aircraft and missile systems to monitor PLA activities. This escalation follows a recent U.S. arms package to Taiwan, which Beijing warned undermines its sovereignty. Taiwan continues to assert its sovereignty, backed by public support, despite China's persistent claims over the self-ruled island.

Key Points: Taiwan Alerts Forces, Condemns China Military Drills

  • Taiwan places forces on high alert
  • China conducts joint drills around Taiwan
  • US arms package escalates tensions
  • Taiwan asserts sovereignty amid threats
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Taiwan condemns China's joint military drill around island, puts forces on high alert

Taiwan condemns China's joint military drills around the island, puts forces on high alert, and reaffirms sovereignty amid rising tensions.

"We strongly condemn the PRC's irrational provocations and oppose the PLA's actions that undermine regional peace. – Taiwan Defence Ministry"

Taipei, Dec 29

Taiwan's Ministry of Defence on Monday strongly condemned China's deployment of air, navy and rocket troops to conduct joint military drills around the island, a move Beijing described as a stern warning against "Taiwan Independence" separatist forces and external interference.

The Ministry said that it has placed its forces on high alert and opposed the actions of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA), warning that the drills undermine regional peace.

The development comes days after the United States approved a huge arms package worth more than $10 billion for Taiwan. Beijing retaliated by asking the US to "immediately cease its dangerous act of arming Taiwan", where China's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun said that the move "severely undermines China's sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity".

"We strongly condemn the PRC's irrational provocations and oppose the PLA's actions that undermine regional peace. Rapid Response Exercises are underway, with forces on high alert to defend the Republic of China and protect our people," Taiwan's Defence Ministry posted on X.

According to the Ministry of Defence, on Monday morning, two PLA aircraft sorties, nine PLA ships, and two government vessels were detected, continuing their activities around the Taiwan Strait.

It added that the Taiwanese armed forces are closely monitoring and responding using mission aircraft, ships, and shore-based missile systems.

Meanwhile, Taiwan's Foreign Ministry also criticized the Chinese military activity and reaffirmed its solidarity with its armed forces in response to the "provocations".

"We stand firm with the Ministry of National Defence & all front-line members of the armed forces responding to the PLA provocations around Taiwan. We condemn the CCP's threat to regional & global peace, stability & prosperity & will meet it with preparedness, alongside our democratic partners," the Taiwanese Foreign Ministry posted on X.

Earlier this month, the Taiwanese Foreign Ministry in a statement said, "China's unilateral military provocations and suppressive actions threaten Taiwan's democracy and freedom and the regional status quo of peace and stability. They also destabilise the overall situation in the Indo-Pacific."

Taiwan continues to face threats from China, which claims the self-ruled island as part of its territory under the "One China" principle and insists on its reunification with Beijing. Despite China's efforts, Taiwan, backed by strong public support, continues to assert its sovereignty and responds to China's incursions.

- IANS

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Sarah B
Watching this from India, it feels like a familiar pattern of coercion. The US selling arms complicates things further. The people of Taiwan deserve peace and the right to determine their own future without living under constant threat.
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Rohit P
Honestly, the One China principle is a geopolitical reality most of the world acknowledges. While the drills are aggressive, Taiwan's leadership should be careful not to provoke further with overt independence moves. Stability in the Taiwan Strait is crucial for all of Asia, including India's trade routes.
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Priya S
It's a sad situation. Ordinary citizens on both sides just want to live in peace. These military exercises waste resources that could be used for development. Hope cooler heads prevail. 🙏
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Aman W
The US approval of a $10 billion arms package is the real trigger here. External powers should not treat Taiwan as a pawn in their strategic game with China. It only escalates the situation. India must advocate for peaceful resolution and avoid getting drawn into this bloc politics.
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Nikhil C
With all due respect to Taiwan's position, we in India have our own complex borders to manage. We should focus on our national security and not get overly involved in every regional dispute. However, the principle that might is not right should apply universally.

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