China says military drills encircling Taiwan designed to test its ability to ‘seize power’
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China simulates full-scale invasion of Taiwan
The People’s Liberation Army on Thursday launched large-scale joint military exercises around Taiwan after the island’s President William Lai Ching-te, in his inauguration speech on Monday, had highlighted China’s infiltrations and military threats.
China starts 'punishment' drills around Taiwan days after new president takes office
TAIPEI/BEIJING — Taiwan's military mobilised its forces and said it was confident it could protect the island, after China started two days of "punishment" drills around Taiwan on May 23 in what it said was a response to "separatist acts".
Taiwan faces legislative showdown as China lashes out: 5 things to know
TAIPEI -- Taiwan's opposition is defying a growing backlash against its legislative proposals that would challenge the authority of newly inaugurated President Lai Ching-te.
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.
Tesla pushes suppliers to produce parts outside of China and Taiwan
TAIPEI -- Tesla has told suppliers to start building components and parts outside of both China and Taiwan by as early as next year due to rising geopolitical uncertainties, Nikkei Asia has learned.
Will Tokyo expel Chinese ambassador for ‘outrageous’ remarks on Japan-Taiwan ties?
He said in a written request to the government on Tuesday that the ambassador’s subsequent comments in response to that visit were “truly outrageous”.
China Launches Military Drills Around Taiwan as ‘Punishment’
China launched two days of military drills starting Thursday surrounding Taiwan in what it called a “strong punishment” to its opponents on the self-governing island, after Taiwan’s new president pledged to defend its sovereignty as he took office.