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Taiwan condemns China drills as 'irrational provocations'
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https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cqvv29gpqn1o.amp
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In August 2022, following a historic visit by then US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, China carried out its first “encirclement” operation, simulating a blockade of the main island of Taiwan with ships, aircraft and missile strikes.
“[Thursday’s drills are] also a strong punishment for the separatist acts of Taiwan independence forces and a stern warning against the interference and provocation by external forces,” the PLA said.Beijing has labelled Mr Lai a “separatist” and “troublemaker” over remarks he made in the past supporting Taiwanese independence.
“In recent years, the continuous harassment by Chinese aircraft and ships has significantly harmed global peace and stability.This military exercise not only fails to contribute to peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait but also highlights the aggressive militaristic mentality of the Chinese military,” said Taiwan’s defence ministry.Taiwan’s presidential office has said it is “regrettable” to see China “using unilateral military provocations to threaten Taiwan’s democracy and freedom”.It added that Taiwan’s military units and national security team have a “comprehensive grasp of the situation”.“In the face of external challenges and threats, we will continue to defend democracy and are confident and capable of safeguarding national security.
We ask the public to rest assured,” it said.Over the past year, China has repeatedly rehearsed encircling Taiwan with fighter jets and navy ships.
In the weeks leading to Mr Lai’s inauguration, Taiwan has reported an uptick in Chinese military incursions.So far, the manoeuvres have fallen short of an invasion and stayed within a grey zone.
Analysts have told the BBC that grey zone warfare tactics are aimed at weakening an adversary over a prolonged period - and that is exactly what China is trying to do with Taiwan.With reporting by Rupert Wingfield-Hayes in Taipei
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