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China warns against Taiwan’s ’provocative’ military drills
The Taiwan Affairs Council spokesperson warns of China monitoring Taiwan’s military activities closely, emphasizing China’s stance on provocation and reunification. The statement follows Kinmen’s live-fire drill announcement and criticizes the DPP’s alleged provocations. The spokesperson reiterates Taiwan as part of China and rejects foreign interference in resolving the Taiwan issue.2024/03/27 16:55 -
Legislature urges military to integrate firearms in drills
Taiwan’s annual Han Kuang exercises, the country’s largest war games since 1984, aim to ensure combat readiness in the event of a Chinese invasion. Recent exercises have led the military to speculate that the northern areas of Taiwan could be a targeted point for a Chinese attack. The Tamsui River is analyzed as a potential point of entry for the People’s Liberation Army, as it provides access to critical regions like Hsinchu, Taoyuan, and Taipei. Public officials have demanded live-fire drills at the river mouth to inspect defense capabilities. However, conducting such drills poses challenges due to the densely populated area and existing operations of a nearby port. The use of explosives in the river could leave sediments that are difficult to track. Defense strategies require a comprehensive understanding of their effects, and alternative strategies are being considered to bolster defense in northern Taiwan.2023/11/13 12:49 -
Taiwan military holds live-fire drills in Lien Yung exercise
Taiwan’s military showcased its firepower during a three-day exercise at the Pingtung Tri-Service Joint Training Base, featuring Apache helicopters firing 30-caliber rounds and Indigenous Defense Fighters (IDF) dropping practice bombs and flares.2023/09/21 19:13 -
China issues live-fire drill warning on 823 anniversary
China’s Fuzhou Maritime Safety Administration issued a navigation warning on Wednesday (Aug. 23), indicating that an artillery unit will conduct a live-fire drill in the next two days.2023/08/23 16:18 -
Retired U.S. military officials observe Taiwan’s drills
Taiwan’s week-long, live-fire Han Kuang military exercises concluded on Friday (July 28) as the military tested its combat readiness and weaponry systems under simulated attacks.2023/07/28 17:41