China Assembles Largest Military Presence Near Taiwan in Decades
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China has deployed naval ships and military planes around Taiwan, raising concerns about potential military drills, though no live-fire activities have been reported. Taiwan's Defense Ministry observed increased Chinese military presence, suggesting a strategic message about control over the Taiwan Strait. The activity follows Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te's recent trip to the U.S., which China opposes. Taiwan has set up an emergency response center amid the heightened tensions.
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- Taiwan Says China Has Deployed Largest Fleet of Ships in Decades The New York Times
- China Stages Largest Show of Force in Decades After U.S. Visit by Taiwan’s Lai The Wall Street Journal
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