China has conducted large-scale military exercises surrounding Taiwan and its outlying islands, citing Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te's refusal to acknowledge Taiwan as part of China. The drills involve the navy, army, air force, and missile corps, serving as a warning against Taiwan independence.
Associated Press Taiwan ese President Lai Ching-te delivers a speech during National Day celebrations in front of the Presidential Building in Taipei, Taiwan , Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024.
Taiwan — China held large-scale military exercises surrounding Taiwan and its outlying islands Monday in what it called a warning against Taiwan independence.China's Defense Ministry said the drills were a response to Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te's refusal to concede to Beijing's demands that Taiwan acknowledge itself as a part of the People's Republic of China under the rule of the Communist Party.
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