China says military drills encircling Taiwan designed to test its ability to ‘seize power’
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Pakistan says United Arab Emirates to invest $10 billion in Pakistan
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China launches 'punishment' military drills surrounding Taiwan
TAIPEI -- China on Thursday announced immediate military drills around Taiwan, just days after Lai Ching-te was sworn in as president in Taipei.