China Warns Japan Against Military Involvement in Taiwan Strait

China Warns Japan Against Military Involvement in Taiwan Strait

Beijing Issues Warning to Tokyo China has warned Japan that any military involvement in the Taiwan Strait would be regarded as an act of aggression. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said Beijing would take what he described as “resolute countermeasures” to safeguard the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. China Launches Coast Guard Patrols Meanwhile, […]

China Patrols Waters East of Taiwan in Response to Japan, Philippine Maritime Border Talks

China has carried out military patrols in waters east of Taiwan following maritime security discussions between Japan and the Philippines, in the latest sign of rising tensions across the Indo-Pacific region. The patrols, conducted by China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA), came shortly after Tokyo and Manila held talks focused on strengthening maritime cooperation and regional […]

Xi Hails Trade Progress With U.S., Issues Sharp Warning Over Taiwan

Chinese President Xi Jinping praised what he called “important progress” in trade negotiations with the United States on Thursday while simultaneously issuing a firm warning to Washington over Taiwan, underscoring the deep tensions that continue to define relations between the world’s two largest economies. Xi made the remarks during high-level talks in Beijing with U.S. […]

China Fires Rockets Toward Taiwan in War Games Simulating Blockade

China Fires Rockets Toward Taiwan in War Games Simulating Blockade

China has fired rockets toward Taiwan as part of large scale military exercises simulating a blockade of the self-governed island, sharply escalating tensions in the Taiwan Strait. The drills, described by Beijing as combat readiness exercises, are the largest by geographic scope to date and were conducted closer to Taiwan than any previous maneuvers. The […]