Taiwan says China deploying largest naval fleet in decades – DW – 12/10/2024
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Taiwan's Defense Ministry said China has deployed its largest naval fleet, even bigger than the 2022 war games. It has detected 47 Chinese military aircraft and 12 warships around the island in the last 24 hours.

Summary

Taiwan’s Defense Ministry reported China’s largest naval deployment in nearly 30 years, with 47 military aircraft and 12 warships detected near the island in 24 hours.

This buildup surpasses China’s 2022 drills and is aimed at asserting control over the Taiwan Strait.

Taiwan accused China of trying to make the Strait an “internal sea” and remains on high alert following recent tensions, including President Lai Ching-te’s visit to the US.

Beijing, which views Taiwan as part of its territory, has not publicly commented but vowed to defend its sovereignty.

  • NocturnalMorning@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    17 days ago

    Beijing, which views Taiwan as part of its territory, has not publicly commented but vowed to defend its sovereignty.

    That’s rich coming from the one aggressively trying to take over Taiwan.