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Taiwan Condemns China's "Justice Mission 2025" Drills as Regional Threat

Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council has sharply criticized China's "Justice Mission 2025" military exercises, labeling them a threat to regional peace and stability. The council accused Beijing of employing a "carefully orchestrated two-pronged strategy," promoting dialogue at the Twin-City Forum one day and launching threatening drills the next. The extensive PLA drills, involving sea-air patrols and blockade simulations, are described as a direct contradiction to China's stated global peace initiatives. In response, Taipei reaffirmed its commitment to dialogue and crisis management, condemning any actions that escalate tensions in the Taiwan Strait.

Key Points: Taiwan Slams China's "Justice Mission 2025" Military Drills

  • Military drills near Taiwan
  • Accusation of "two-pronged" strategy
  • Warning to "Taiwan independence"
  • Rejection of hegemonic actions
  • Call for dialogue over confrontation
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Taiwan slams China's 'Justice Mission 2025' drills as threat to regional peace

Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council condemns China's "Justice Mission 2025" military exercises as a threat to peace, highlighting a "two-pronged strategy" of dialogue and coercion.

"On one side, it speaks of fostering closeness, while on the other, it resorts to military threats. - Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council"

Taipei, December 30

The so-called "justice" associated with the military drills initiated by China around Taiwan yesterday is ludicrous, stated the Mainland Affairs Council, according to the Taipei Times report.

The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) commenced a military exercise dubbed "Justice Mission 2025" in the vicinity of Taiwan, claiming it is intended as a "stern warning to 'Taiwan independence' separatist forces" and "external interference forces."

This exercise is taking place in the Taiwan Strait as well as in areas to the north, southwest, southeast, and east of Taiwan, emphasising "sea-air combat readiness patrol, coordinated dominance operations, naval blockades of crucial ports and areas, along with comprehensive deterrence beyond the island chain," according to a senior PLA officer's statement.

The MAC remarked that the actions of the Chinese Communist Party are in direct opposition to its asserted "global peace initiative," underscoring its hegemonic characteristics and intentions to alter the "status quo." The MAC pointed out that the military drills were launched just a day after the Taipei-Shanghai Twin-City Forum, suggesting that China was implementing "a carefully orchestrated two-pronged strategy," as detailed in the Taipei Times report.

"On one side, it speaks of fostering closeness, while on the other, it resorts to military threats," the MAC stated. It characterised Beijing as a "troublemaker" and a risk to peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait, asserting that the PLA's display of power is unacceptable to both the Taiwanese people and the international community.

The Twin-City Forum is an annual gathering that has occurred since 2010 to encourage exchanges between Taipei and Shanghai, with the two cities taking turns to host. In Taipei, following the PLA announcement, Chiang reiterated his position, expressing a "very firm and consistent" commitment to "dialogue, not confrontation," and a desire for "peace and prosperity," rather than "crashing waves and howling winds." "Those in government must work to reduce risks, manage crises, and ensure the safety of the populace," he remarked, condemning "any actions that could intensify regional tensions," as highlighted by the Taipei Times report.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Watching from India, this feels like a familiar pattern of coercion. The name "Justice Mission" is ironic when the action threatens regional stability. The international community, including Quad partners, needs to consistently advocate for peaceful resolution and respect for the status quo. 🇮🇳
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Vikram M
China talks about peace but its actions speak otherwise. This "two-pronged strategy" of talk and threat is destabilizing for the whole Indo-Pacific. India has a stake in a free and open region. Hope cooler heads prevail and genuine dialogue replaces these military postures.
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Priya S
The people of Taiwan just want peace and prosperity, as their leader said. These drills create unnecessary tension. As a neighbour, we in India hope for a peaceful resolution that respects the wishes of the Taiwanese people. Military might shouldn't override people's aspirations.
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Rohit P
While One-China is a stated policy, the method matters. Blockading ports? That's an act of war, not a "mission of justice." This aggression impacts global trade routes too. India must watch closely and strengthen its own maritime security. The Strait's stability is crucial for everyone.
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Michael C
Respectfully, I think the Taiwanese administration's strong rhetoric calling Beijing a "troublemaker" might not help de-escalate either. Both sides need to step back. The focus should be on the successful cultural exchanges from the Forum, not just the military response.

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