China's Growing Activity Around the Taiwan
On Friday, Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense (MND) reported Chinese military movements, noting the presence of 12 aircraft from the People's Liberation Army (PLA), five vessels from the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN), and one official ship.
Taiwan filed a report
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense reported that nine aircraft crossed the median line into Taiwan's southwestern Air Defense Identification Zone. In a post on X, the MND stated, 'As of 6 am today (UTC+8), 12 PLA aircraft, 5 PLAN vessels, and 1 official ship were observed operating around Taiwan. Nine aircraft crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern, central, and southwestern ADIZ. We have been monitoring the situation and have responded accordingly. There has been an increase in Chinese activity around the Taiwan Strait.'
11 Chinese aircraft and five ships
On Friday, Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense (MND) identified 11 Chinese aircraft and five ships in its vicinity. In a post on X, it stated, 'As of 6am today (UTC+8), 11 PLA aircraft and 5 PLAN vessels were observed around Taiwan. Seven of these aircraft crossed the median line, entering Taiwan's northern, central, and southwestern ADIZ. We have monitored the situation and taken appropriate actions.'
Claims of Chinese activity
Since September 2020, China has escalated its military operations around Taiwan by sending aircraft and naval vessels. This is part of a grey zone strategy aimed at achieving its security goals. Previously, Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te convened a high-level national security meeting, where he reassured the public that the government is dedicated to countering any threats to Taiwan's democracy and security following China's extensive military drills around the island.
Described as a "stern warning"
As reported by the Taipei Times, he commented following the Chinese People's Liberation Army's (PLA) announcement of military drills named 'Joint Sword-2024B' in the Taiwan Strait and nearby regions, which were characterized as a 'stern warning' to advocates of Taiwan's independence. In a bid to modernize Taiwan, on November 4, Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te participated in the keel-laying ceremony for the Taiwanese Navy's new light frigate prototype, also referred to as the Republic of China Navy (ROCN), at Kaohsiung Shipyard.
(Input From ANI)
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