Chinese Defence Minister Wei Fenghe said that it is up to the United States to improve the bilateral relationship between US and China as ties are at a Critical Juncture. The final day of the 19th edition of the Shangri-la dialogue is currently underway in Singapore.

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The final day of the 19th edition of the Shangri-la dialogue is currently underway in Singapore and as was anticipated, the simmering tensions between China and the US and their war of words over Taiwan's autonomy continue to occupy the centre stage of the security summit.

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The American and Chinese defense ministers have held their first face-to-face talks in Singapore. Beijing has said that it will not hesitate to start a war if Taiwan declares independence, he further added that ' if anyone dares to split Taiwan from China, the Chinese army won't hesitate to start a war.'

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'Won't hesitate to start a war': China's warning to the US over Taiwan

The situation between China and Taiwan remains tense. The American and Chinese defense ministers have held their first face-to-face talks in Singapore. Chinese President Xi Jinping said, "won't hesitate to start war" if Taiwan declares independence.

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<p>Chinese Defence Minister Wei Fenghe warned US on Friday that Beijing will "not hesitate to start a war" in the event of Taiwan declaring independence. The warning came as he held his first face-to-face meeting with his US counterpart, Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin. The meet took place on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue security summit in Singapore.</p>

<p>Taiwan has its own government but China views the island nation as part of its own territory.</p>

<p>Wei warned Austin that "if anyone dares to split Taiwan from China, the Chinese army will definitely not hesitate to start a war no matter the cost", defence ministry spokesman Wu Qian quoted the minister as saying during the meeting.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Chinese minister vowed that Beijing would "smash to smithereens any 'Taiwan independence' plot and resolutely uphold the unification of the motherland", according to the Chinese defence ministry.</p>

<p>He "stressed that Taiwan is China's Taiwan... Using Taiwan to contain China will never prevail", the ministry said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Austin "reaffirmed the importance of peace and stability across the (Taiwan) Strait, opposition to unilateral changes to the status quo, and called on (China) to refrain from further destabilising actions toward Taiwan", according to the US Department of Defense.</p>

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<p>Taiwan's Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ) has seen repeated violations from Chinese fighter jets.</p>

<p>US President Joe Biden, during a visit to Japan last month, appeared to break decades of US policy when, in response to a question, he said Washington would defend Taiwan militarily if it is attacked by China.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The White House has since insisted its policy of "strategic ambiguity" over whether or not it would intervene has not changed.&nbsp;</p>

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Chinese Defence Minister Wei Fenghe warned US on Friday that Beijing will "not hesitate to start a war" in the event of Taiwan declaring independence. The warning came as he held his first face-to-face meeting with his US counterpart, Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin.

Chinese Defence Minister Wei Fenghe warned US on Friday that Beijing will "not hesitate to start a war" in the event of Taiwan declaring independence. The warning came as he held his first face-to-face meeting with his US counterpart, Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin. The meet took place on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue security summit in Singapore. Taiwan has its own government but China views the island nation as part of its own territory. Wei warned Austin that "if anyone dares to split Taiwan from China, the Chinese army will definitely not hesitate to start a war no matter the cost", defence ministry spokesman Wu Qian quoted the minister as saying during the meeting. The Chinese minister vowed that Beijing would "smash to smithereens any 'Taiwan independence' plot and resolutely uphold the unification of the motherland", according to the Chinese defence ministry. He "stressed that Taiwan is China's Taiwan... Using Taiwan to contain China will never prevail", the ministry said. Austin "reaffirmed the importance of peace and stability across the (Taiwan) Strait, opposition to unilateral changes to the status quo, and called on (China) to refrain from further destabilising actions toward Taiwan", according to the US Department of Defense. Also Read | US greenlights USD 120 million sale for Taiwanese warships Taiwan's Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ) has seen repeated violations from Chinese fighter jets. US President Joe Biden, during a visit to Japan last month, appeared to break decades of US policy when, in response to a question, he said Washington would defend Taiwan militarily if it is attacked by China. The White House has since insisted its policy of "strategic ambiguity" over whether or not it would intervene has not changed. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

China talks tough, says will 'not hesitate to start war' over Taiwan

<p>After meeting Chinese Defence Minister Wei Fenghe, US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin slammed Beijing's "provocative, destabilising" military activity near Taiwan.</p>

<p>Highlighting China's growing aggression across the wider Asia-Pacific region, Austin said the United States will continue to stand by its allies.</p>

<p>In an address to the Shangri-La Dialogue security summit in Singapore, Austin "We've witnessed a steady increase in provocative and destabilising military activity near Taiwan."</p>

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<p>"That includes (Chinese military) aircraft flying near Taiwan in record numbers in recent months, and nearly on a daily basis," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We categorically oppose any unilateral changes to the status quo from either side," he added.</p>

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<p>China, which claims self-ruled Taiwan as its own, has warned Austin that it is prepared to go to war if the island declares independence.</p>

<p>Denouncing China's "absurd" claims of sovereignty, Taiwan's foreign ministry thanked the United States for its support.</p>

<p>Calling Austin's speech a "confrontation", Lt Gen Zhang Zhenzhong, Vice Chief of the joint staff department of China's Central Military Commission, said, "There were many unfounded accusations against China; we expressed our strong dissatisfaction and firm opposition to these false accusations."</p>

<p>With increasing Chinese military aircraft incursions into the island's air defence identification zone (ADIZ), tensions over Taiwan have escalated between the US and China.</p>

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After meeting Chinese Defence Minister Wei Fenghe, US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin slammed Beijing's "provocative, destabilising" military activity near Taiwan.

After meeting Chinese Defence Minister Wei Fenghe, US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin slammed Beijing's "provocative, destabilising" military activity near Taiwan. Highlighting China's growing aggression across the wider Asia-Pacific region, Austin said the United States will continue to stand by its allies. In an address to the Shangri-La Dialogue security summit in Singapore, Austin "We've witnessed a steady increase in provocative and destabilising military activity near Taiwan." "That includes (Chinese military) aircraft flying near Taiwan in record numbers in recent months, and nearly on a daily basis," he said. "We categorically oppose any unilateral changes to the status quo from either side," he added. Also read | China talks tough, says will 'not hesitate to start war' over Taiwan China, which claims self-ruled Taiwan as its own, has warned Austin that it is prepared to go to war if the island declares independence. Denouncing China's "absurd" claims of sovereignty, Taiwan's foreign ministry thanked the United States for its support. Calling Austin's speech a "confrontation", Lt Gen Zhang Zhenzhong, Vice Chief of the joint staff department of China's Central Military Commission, said, "There were many unfounded accusations against China; we expressed our strong dissatisfaction and firm opposition to these false accusations." With increasing Chinese military aircraft incursions into the island's air defence identification zone (ADIZ), tensions over Taiwan have escalated between the US and China. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>The US has given go-ahead for a possible sale of parts worth USD 120 million to help Taiwan maintain its warships. Such maintenance will keep up the island nation's combat readiness against China.</p>

<p>China considers Taiwan to be its own region and has not ruled out use of force.</p>

<p>The US Defence Security Cooperation Agency said it had delivered the required certification notifying Congress following State Department approval for the sale, which was requested by Taiwan's de facto embassy in Washington.</p>

<p>The agency said that this sale covered unclassified spare and repair parts for ships and ship systems, logistical technical assistance, and US&nbsp;government and contractor representative technical and logistical support.</p>

<p>"The proposed sale will contribute to the sustainment of the recipient's surface vessel fleet, enhancing its ability to meet current and future threats," the agency said in a statement, adding that the parts would be sourced from "approved U.S. Navy vendors and/or US. Navy stock".</p>

<p>According to Taiwan's defence ministry, the will come into effect within a month. It expressed its thanks to Washington for its support.</p>

<p>In recent past, Chinese incursions in Taiwan's Air Defence Zone (ADZ) have increased. Taiwan says that this was part of China's 'grey' warfare meant to put strain on Taiwan's defences.</p>

<p>"In view of the recent frequent activities of Chinese warships in the sea and airspace around our country, the ship parts that the United States has agreed to sell will help maintain the proper equipment and consumption of our naval ships and meet the actual needs of combat readiness tasks," said Taiwanese defence ministry.</p>

<p>Neither side gave details of the parts Taiwan would be receiving.</p>

<p>Most of Taiwan's main warships are US-made or designed.</p>

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The US has given go-ahead for a possible sale of parts worth USD 120 million to help Taiwan maintain its warships. Such maintenance will keep up the island nation's combat readiness against China.

The US has given go-ahead for a possible sale of parts worth USD 120 million to help Taiwan maintain its warships. Such maintenance will keep up the island nation's combat readiness against China. China considers Taiwan to be its own region and has not ruled out use of force. The US Defence Security Cooperation Agency said it had delivered the required certification notifying Congress following State Department approval for the sale, which was requested by Taiwan's de facto embassy in Washington. The agency said that this sale covered unclassified spare and repair parts for ships and ship systems, logistical technical assistance, and US government and contractor representative technical and logistical support. "The proposed sale will contribute to the sustainment of the recipient's surface vessel fleet, enhancing its ability to meet current and future threats," the agency said in a statement, adding that the parts would be sourced from "approved U.S. Navy vendors and/or US. Navy stock". According to Taiwan's defence ministry, the will come into effect within a month. It expressed its thanks to Washington for its support. In recent past, Chinese incursions in Taiwan's Air Defence Zone (ADZ) have increased. Taiwan says that this was part of China's 'grey' warfare meant to put strain on Taiwan's defences. "In view of the recent frequent activities of Chinese warships in the sea and airspace around our country, the ship parts that the United States has agreed to sell will help maintain the proper equipment and consumption of our naval ships and meet the actual needs of combat readiness tasks," said Taiwanese defence ministry. Neither side gave details of the parts Taiwan would be receiving. Most of Taiwan's main warships are US-made or designed. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

US greenlights USD 120 million sale for Taiwanese warships

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Taiwan draws support from Europe as French lawmakers visit Taiwan

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As the war in Ukraine continues, China is escalating the threat of an invasion in Taiwan. The PLA has ramped-up drills. The top brass of the PLA could be reshuffled. A Commander "familiar with battle plans against Taiwan" could be promoted. Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you more.

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<p>The Chinese military claimed on Wednesday that it had undertaken a battle readiness patrol in recent days in the sea and airspace surrounding Taiwan, which China claims as its own territory.</p>

<p>According to a Chinese military statement, the troops have continued to improve their training and war readiness, and will thwart any external meddling or trick aimed at achieving "Taiwan independence."</p>

<p>China's air force made its greatest incursion into Taiwan's air defence zone since January, according to Taiwanese officials. In the latest flare-up of tensions, Taiwanese fighters raced to scare away 30 aircraft, according to the island's defence ministry.</p>

<p>Beijing has began sending huge sorties into Taiwan's defence zone in recent years to express dissatisfaction and to put Taipei's ageing fighter force under regular stress.</p>

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<p>Democratically self-governing Taiwan is constantly threatened by invasion by China, which considers the island to be its territory and has threatened to take it by force if necessary.</p>

<p>Last week, the US accused Beijing of inflaming tensions over the island, citing aircraft incursions as an example of "increasingly provocative rhetoric and conduct," according to Secretary of State Antony Blinken.</p>

<p>Blinken's comments come after US President Joe Biden appeared to defy decades of US policy when he declared, in answer to a question during a visit to Japan, that if Taiwan was invaded by China, Washington would defend it militarily.<br />
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The Chinese military claimed on Wednesday that it had undertaken a battle readiness patrol in recent days in the sea and airspace surrounding Taiwan, which China claims as its own territory.

The Chinese military claimed on Wednesday that it had undertaken a battle readiness patrol in recent days in the sea and airspace surrounding Taiwan, which China claims as its own territory. According to a Chinese military statement, the troops have continued to improve their training and war readiness, and will thwart any external meddling or trick aimed at achieving "Taiwan independence." China's air force made its greatest incursion into Taiwan's air defence zone since January, according to Taiwanese officials. In the latest flare-up of tensions, Taiwanese fighters raced to scare away 30 aircraft, according to the island's defence ministry. Beijing has began sending huge sorties into Taiwan's defence zone in recent years to express dissatisfaction and to put Taipei's ageing fighter force under regular stress. Also Read | Wang Yi visit: Journalists blocked from covering events in Pacific? Democratically self-governing Taiwan is constantly threatened by invasion by China, which considers the island to be its territory and has threatened to take it by force if necessary. Last week, the US accused Beijing of inflaming tensions over the island, citing aircraft incursions as an example of "increasingly provocative rhetoric and conduct," according to Secretary of State Antony Blinken. Blinken's comments come after US President Joe Biden appeared to defy decades of US policy when he declared, in answer to a question during a visit to Japan, that if Taiwan was invaded by China, Washington would defend it militarily. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Chinese military says it conducted readiness patrol around island of Taiwan

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In the latest uptick in China-Taiwan tensions, At least 30 Chinese aircraft entered Taiwanese airspace. The US says it will send military if China attacks.

At least 30 Chinese aircraft enter Taiwanese airspace in latest uptick in China-Taiwan tensions

<p>Taiwan scrambled fighter jets in response to Chinese military aircraft entering its air defence zone (ADIZ), said Taiwan's defence ministry. It was the largest such incursion by Chinese fighter planes since January this year. Taiwan's fighter jets warned away 30 Chinese aircraft. ADIZ near Taiwan-controlled Pratas Islands was violated by Chinese military planes.</p>

<p>China claims Taiwan to be its own territory. Taiwan has said that it wants peace with China but will defend itself if attacked.</p>

<p>Taiwan has been complaining for past two years of repeated presence of Chinese fighter planes in ADIZ.</p>

<p>Taiwan calls China's repeated nearby military activities "grey zone" warfare, designed to both wear out Taiwan's forces by making them repeatedly scramble, and also to test Taiwan's responses.</p>

<p>The latest Chinese incursion included 22 fighter planes and also electronic warfare, early warning and antisubmarine aircraft, the Taiwan ministry said.<br />
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<p>According to a map made available by the ministry, Chinese aircraft flew in an area northeast of the Pratas.</p>

<p>Taiwan sent combat aircraft to warn away the Chinese aircraft, while missile systems were deployed to monitor them, the ministry said.</p>

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<p>It was the largest incursion since Taiwan reported 39 Chinese aircraft in its ADIZ on Jan. 23.</p>

<p>There was no immediate comment from China, which has in the past said such moves were drills aimed at protecting the country's sovereignty.</p>

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Taiwan scrambled fighter jets in response to Chinese military aircraft entering its air defence zone (ADIZ), said Taiwan's defence ministry. It was the largest such incursion by Chinese fighter planes since January this year.

Taiwan scrambled fighter jets in response to Chinese military aircraft entering its air defence zone (ADIZ), said Taiwan's defence ministry. It was the largest such incursion by Chinese fighter planes since January this year. Taiwan's fighter jets warned away 30 Chinese aircraft. ADIZ near Taiwan-controlled Pratas Islands was violated by Chinese military planes. China claims Taiwan to be its own territory. Taiwan has said that it wants peace with China but will defend itself if attacked. Taiwan has been complaining for past two years of repeated presence of Chinese fighter planes in ADIZ. Taiwan calls China's repeated nearby military activities "grey zone" warfare, designed to both wear out Taiwan's forces by making them repeatedly scramble, and also to test Taiwan's responses. The latest Chinese incursion included 22 fighter planes and also electronic warfare, early warning and antisubmarine aircraft, the Taiwan ministry said. Watch | Talks between Chinese FM Wang Yi & ten pacific island countries fail to reach an agreement × According to a map made available by the ministry, Chinese aircraft flew in an area northeast of the Pratas. Taiwan sent combat aircraft to warn away the Chinese aircraft, while missile systems were deployed to monitor them, the ministry said. Also Read | 'Crooked mouth, squinting eyes': Chinese netizens slam children's textbooks over 'ugly illustration' It was the largest incursion since Taiwan reported 39 Chinese aircraft in its ADIZ on Jan. 23. There was no immediate comment from China, which has in the past said such moves were drills aimed at protecting the country's sovereignty. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>Just a day after making a remark about his country's readiness to use force to defend Taiwan against Chinese invasion, United States President Joe Biden noted that Washington's "strategic ambiguity" policy remains in effect.</p>

<p>While the United States is bound by law to give self-ruled Taiwan the ability to defend itself, it has traditionally adopted a policy of "strategic ambiguity" on whether it would intervene militarily to safeguard Taiwan in the case of a Chinese attack.</p>

<p>A convention that Biden appeared to violate on Monday.</p>

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<p>However, when asked on Tuesday if the United States' policy on Taiwan had changed, Biden replied, "No."</p>

<p>"The policy has not changed at all. I stated that when I made my statement yesterday," he remarked after a round of discussions with his Quad colleagues.</p>

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<p>The subject of Taiwan loomed large over a meeting in Tokyo of leaders from the Quad nations of the United States, Japan, Australia, and India, who reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring a free and open Indo-Pacific area in the face of a more assertive China.</p>

<p>Taiwan is regarded by China as an inalienable part of its territory, and differences with Washington over Taiwan are the most sensitive issue in its relationship with the US.</p>

<p>Biden's remark seems to have angered Beijing, which said that Washington was "playing with fire."</p>

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<p>China has no place for compromise or concessions on issues concerning its sovereignty and territorial integrity, said a representative for the Chinese foreign ministry.</p>

<p>Some critics suggest that Biden misspoke or made yet another gaffe. Others believe that his remark carries no formal guarantee of security and only stands to risk accelerating Beijing's desire to act.</p>

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Just a day after making a remark about his country's readiness to use force to defend Taiwan against Chinese invasion, United States President Joe Biden noted that Washington's "strategic ambiguity" policy remains in effect.

Just a day after making a remark about his country's readiness to use force to defend Taiwan against Chinese invasion, United States President Joe Biden noted that Washington's "strategic ambiguity" policy remains in effect. While the United States is bound by law to give self-ruled Taiwan the ability to defend itself, it has traditionally adopted a policy of "strategic ambiguity" on whether it would intervene militarily to safeguard Taiwan in the case of a Chinese attack. A convention that Biden appeared to violate on Monday. Watch: China blows up replica of Taiwan's naval base However, when asked on Tuesday if the United States' policy on Taiwan had changed, Biden replied, "No." "The policy has not changed at all. I stated that when I made my statement yesterday," he remarked after a round of discussions with his Quad colleagues. Also read | Joe Biden says would be willing to use force to defend Taiwan The subject of Taiwan loomed large over a meeting in Tokyo of leaders from the Quad nations of the United States, Japan, Australia, and India, who reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring a free and open Indo-Pacific area in the face of a more assertive China. Taiwan is regarded by China as an inalienable part of its territory, and differences with Washington over Taiwan are the most sensitive issue in its relationship with the US. Biden's remark seems to have angered Beijing, which said that Washington was "playing with fire." Also read | Watch: Leaked video shows Chinese commanders discussing Taiwan invasion plan China has no place for compromise or concessions on issues concerning its sovereignty and territorial integrity, said a representative for the Chinese foreign ministry. Some critics suggest that Biden misspoke or made yet another gaffe. Others believe that his remark carries no formal guarantee of security and only stands to risk accelerating Beijing's desire to act. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION LIVE HERE: You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>A leaked audio clip tweeted by Jennifer Zeng, a Chinese human rights activist reportedly shows Chinese military officials discussing plans to invade Taiwan.</p>

<p>The 57 minute YouTube video produced by Lude media reportedly shows a top-secret meeting of Chinese military commanders discussing the "war status transition" regarding military planning and mobilisation against Taiwan.</p>

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<p>The commanders in the video/audio clip are heard saying to "resolutely implement the orders of the party central committee, President Xi and resolutely accomplish Guangdong mission to ensure resources to achieve a strategic and decisive victory".</p>

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The meeting on May 14 was a top-secret one about <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PLA?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PLA</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Guangdong?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Guangdong</a> Province's War Mobilization plan. Audio of meeting: <a href="https://t.co/yc9KLVzsxq">https://t.co/yc9KLVzsxq</a></p>
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<p>"We won't hesitate to start a war, crush Taiwan's independence and strong enemies' plots, and resolutely defend our national sovereignty and territorial integrity," it says.</p>

<p>"This is the Party Central Committee, General Secretary Xi Jinping's major strategic decision to coordinate the big picture of international and domestic affairs".</p>

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<p>The YouTube video published by Zeng&nbsp;has gone viral with experts looking into China's stated goals to annex Taiwan. However, it is still unverified and is being examined by various security agencies.</p>

<p>The explosive video is titled: "War mobilisation meeting of PLA and Guangdong province" and categorised as "top secret recording". It details "mobilisation" in six major cities in the Pearl River Delta and the main deployment of the 74th Army Group as a "key support".</p>

<p>"In terms of mobilization focus, we need to coordinate the two areas of the Taiwan Strait and the South China Sea," the commander is heard saying.</p>

<p>The discussion also reveals the commanders ready to deploy ultra-short wave, Tiantong-1 satellite phone to establish mobile communications in motion including the use of 140,000 personnel, 953 ships of various types and 1,653 units of various unmanned equipment including the use drones.</p>

<p>The commanders intend to use 38 aircraft, 588 train cars and 19 civil facilities including airports and docks as part of the mobilisation plan in order "to offer full support for the decisive battle at the Taiwan Strait."</p>

<p>In the video, the commanders plan to "mobilise overseas Chinese and overseas Chinese organisations to actively participate in supporting" the military operations.</p>

<p>The plan involves a "sea defence brigade" with focus on "Pearl River Delta region to prevent chaos".</p>

<p>Jennifer Zeng claimed the meeting took place on May 14 and was "top secret" while informing that "according to CCP &amp; PLA's rules, anyone who dares to leak info of this meeting is subjected to death."&nbsp;</p>

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A leaked audio clip tweeted by Jennifer Zeng, a Chinese human rights activist reportedly shows Chinese military officials discussing plans to invade Taiwan. The 57 minute YouTube video produced by Lude media reportedly shows a top-secret meeting of Chinese military commanders discussing the "war status transition" regarding military planning and mobilisation against Taiwan.

A leaked audio clip tweeted by Jennifer Zeng, a Chinese human rights activist reportedly shows Chinese military officials discussing plans to invade Taiwan. The 57 minute YouTube video produced by Lude media reportedly shows a top-secret meeting of Chinese military commanders discussing the "war status transition" regarding military planning and mobilisation against Taiwan. Also Read in Pics | Taiwan's new military exercise: Tabletop wargames against China The commanders in the video/audio clip are heard saying to "resolutely implement the orders of the party central committee, President Xi and resolutely accomplish Guangdong mission to ensure resources to achieve a strategic and decisive victory". According to #CCP & PLA's rules, anyone who dares to leak info of this meeting is subjected to death. The meeting on May 14 was a top-secret one about #PLA and #Guangdong Province's War Mobilization plan. Audio of meeting: https://t.co/yc9KLVzsxq — Jennifer Zeng 曾錚 (@jenniferatntd) May 22, 2022 × "We won't hesitate to start a war, crush Taiwan's independence and strong enemies' plots, and resolutely defend our national sovereignty and territorial integrity," it says. "This is the Party Central Committee, General Secretary Xi Jinping's major strategic decision to coordinate the big picture of international and domestic affairs". Watch: China blows up replica of Taiwan's naval base The YouTube video published by Zeng has gone viral with experts looking into China's stated goals to annex Taiwan. However, it is still unverified and is being examined by various security agencies. The explosive video is titled: "War mobilisation meeting of PLA and Guangdong province" and categorised as "top secret recording". It details "mobilisation" in six major cities in the Pearl River Delta and the main deployment of the 74th Army Group as a "key support". "In terms of mobilization focus, we need to coordinate the two areas of the Taiwan Strait and the South China Sea," the commander is heard saying. The discussion also reveals the commanders ready to deploy ultra-short wave, Tiantong-1 satellite phone to establish mobile communications in motion including the use of 140,000 personnel, 953 ships of various types and 1,653 units of various unmanned equipment including the use drones. The commanders intend to use 38 aircraft, 588 train cars and 19 civil facilities including airports and docks as part of the mobilisation plan in order "to offer full support for the decisive battle at the Taiwan Strait." In the video, the commanders plan to "mobilise overseas Chinese and overseas Chinese organisations to actively participate in supporting" the military operations. The plan involves a "sea defence brigade" with focus on "Pearl River Delta region to prevent chaos". Jennifer Zeng claimed the meeting took place on May 14 and was "top secret" while informing that "according to CCP & PLA's rules, anyone who dares to leak info of this meeting is subjected to death." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>In a call, US national security adviser Jake Sullivan and China's top diplomat Yang Jiechi discussed several issues related to North Korea and Taiwan, media reports said. The leaders also talked about regional security and non-proliferation. The possibility of nuclear or missile tests to be conducted by North Korea was also discussed, said Sullivan on Wednesday. &nbsp;</p>

<p>US intelligence shows North Korea may be preparing to conduct a nuke test around President Joe Biden's trip to South Korea and Japan, Sullivan told a briefing at White House. The US president will visit these countries this week.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p>To ensure defence of its allies in the region, the United States seems to be ready to make short- and long-term adjustments to military posture, Sullivan said. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"I spoke with my Chinese counterpart this morning, and covered this issue of the DPRK," Sullivan said while talking about the call with Yang. &nbsp;</p>

<p>In a statement earlier, White House said that Sullivan and Yang had shared views about Russia's war against Ukraine and "specific issues in US-China relations." &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"If the US side persists in playing the 'Taiwan card' and goes further down the wrong path, it will surely put the situation in serious jeopardy," Yang told Sullivan as per Xinhua. &nbsp;</p>

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In a call, US national security adviser Jake Sullivan and China's top diplomat Yang Jiechi discussed several issues related to North Korea and Taiwan, media reports said.

In a call, US national security adviser Jake Sullivan and China's top diplomat Yang Jiechi discussed several issues related to North Korea and Taiwan, media reports said. The leaders also talked about regional security and non-proliferation. The possibility of nuclear or missile tests to be conducted by North Korea was also discussed, said Sullivan on Wednesday. US intelligence shows North Korea may be preparing to conduct a nuke test around President Joe Biden's trip to South Korea and Japan, Sullivan told a briefing at White House. The US president will visit these countries this week. To ensure defence of its allies in the region, the United States seems to be ready to make short- and long-term adjustments to military posture, Sullivan said. Also Read: Finally, United States takes cue from other nations, re-opens embassy in Kyiv "I spoke with my Chinese counterpart this morning, and covered this issue of the DPRK," Sullivan said while talking about the call with Yang. In a statement earlier, White House said that Sullivan and Yang had shared views about Russia's war against Ukraine and "specific issues in US-China relations." Watch: North Korea to test an ICBM ahead of US President Joe Biden's first trip to South Korea? × "If the US side persists in playing the 'Taiwan card' and goes further down the wrong path, it will surely put the situation in serious jeopardy," Yang told Sullivan as per Xinhua. China would also go for "firm actions" to safeguard sovereignty and security interests, Xinhua said citing Yang. WATCH WION LIVE HERE (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>The FBI said that it will investigate Taiwanese church shooting in California as a 'hate crime'. David Chou (68) the shooter is likely facing one count of murder, five counts of attempted murder and four counts of unlawful possession of explosives.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chou is a US citizen who was born in China. Orange County Shriff Don Barnes said that Chou's violent assault was motivated by his hatred of Taiwan and tensions between the country and China.</p>

<p>Victims of the shootout are all of Asian heritage. Names of the victim have not been made public.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sherrif Barnes said that Chou chained the doors and placed glue in the lock at Geneva Presbyterian Church in the city of Laguna Woods before opening fire.</p>

<p>In Chou's car, Barnes said, investigators found notes written in Mandarin that indicated an obsession with Taiwan and a dislike of Taiwanese people.</p>

<p>"This is a manifestation of the ugliest part of our humanity that exists in our country today," Barnes said at a news conference on Monday, also referencing the weekend's racist mass shooting targeting Black people in Buffalo, New York.</p>

<p>As Chou began his rampage, Dr. John Cheng, 52, a sports medicine specialist, tackled him and was shot. But Cheng, who Barnes described as a hero, was able to give other congregants, including a pastor, the opportunity to overpower the shooter and tie his legs with an electrical cord, detaining him until sheriff's deputies arrived and broke through the chains on the doors.</p>

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The FBI said that it will investigate Taiwanese church shooting in California as a 'hate crime'. David Chou (68) the shooter is likely facing one count of murder, five counts of attempted murder and four counts of unlawful possession of explosives.

The FBI said that it will investigate Taiwanese church shooting in California as a 'hate crime'. David Chou (68) the shooter is likely facing one count of murder, five counts of attempted murder and four counts of unlawful possession of explosives. Chou is a US citizen who was born in China. Orange County Shriff Don Barnes said that Chou's violent assault was motivated by his hatred of Taiwan and tensions between the country and China. Victims of the shootout are all of Asian heritage. Names of the victim have not been made public. Sherrif Barnes said that Chou chained the doors and placed glue in the lock at Geneva Presbyterian Church in the city of Laguna Woods before opening fire. In Chou's car, Barnes said, investigators found notes written in Mandarin that indicated an obsession with Taiwan and a dislike of Taiwanese people. "This is a manifestation of the ugliest part of our humanity that exists in our country today," Barnes said at a news conference on Monday, also referencing the weekend's racist mass shooting targeting Black people in Buffalo, New York. As Chou began his rampage, Dr. John Cheng, 52, a sports medicine specialist, tackled him and was shot. But Cheng, who Barnes described as a hero, was able to give other congregants, including a pastor, the opportunity to overpower the shooter and tie his legs with an electrical cord, detaining him until sheriff's deputies arrived and broke through the chains on the doors. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>24 Buddhist spiritual leaders, including Tibetan Spiritual leader Dalai Lama on Monday, participated in an event co-hosted by the Indian government. Over half of the Buddhist spiritual leaders were from 12 countries, countries which are Cambodia, Vietnam, South Korea, Mongolia, Russia, Indonesia, Taiwan, Australia, the UK, Thailand, Mexico, Bangladesh, and Brazil.</p>

<p>This included Most Ven. Dharma Master Hsin Tao, member of the supreme Dhamma council, Linju mountain monastery, and museum of world religion, Taiwan. The event will later see the participation of top Indian govt ministers--Union Minister for Law and Justice Kiren Rijiju, Union Minister for Culture Tourism G. Kishan Reddy, and Minister of State for Culture Arjun Ram Meghawal.</p>

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<p>The day-long event is also being co-hosted by the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC). India headquartered IBC was founded in 2013 and aims to provide a platform for the global Buddhist community. The development comes on a day when Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be at Nepal's Lumbini on a one-day trip.</p>

<p>Lumbini is the birthplace of Lord Buddha. During the stay, which comes on Buddha Purnima, PM will address a gathering and hold talks with Nepal PM Deuba. During the event Dalai Lama, who is also a patron of IBC in a spiritual message said," we are celebrating Vesak, which commemorated the Buddha's attainment of enlightenment after enduring six&nbsp;years of austerity".</p>

<p>Interestingly, Prime Minister will participate in the "Shilanyas” ceremony for the construction of a centre for Buddhist culture and heritage, in a plot belonging to the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC), New Delhi within the Lumbini Monastic Zone. The construction of the Centre is being undertaken by the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) under the auspices of the Lumbini Development Trust with the support of India's Culture Ministry.<br />
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24 Buddhist spiritual leaders, including Tibetan Spiritual leader Dalai Lama on Monday, participated in an event co-hosted by the Indian government. Over half of the Buddhist spiritual leaders were from 12 countries, countries which are Cambodia, Vietnam, South Korea, Mongolia, Russia, Indonesia, Taiwan, Australia, the UK, Thailand, Mexico, Bangladesh, and Brazil.

24 Buddhist spiritual leaders, including Tibetan Spiritual leader Dalai Lama on Monday, participated in an event co-hosted by the Indian government. Over half of the Buddhist spiritual leaders were from 12 countries, countries which are Cambodia, Vietnam, South Korea, Mongolia, Russia, Indonesia, Taiwan, Australia, the UK, Thailand, Mexico, Bangladesh, and Brazil. This included Most Ven. Dharma Master Hsin Tao, member of the supreme Dhamma council, Linju mountain monastery, and museum of world religion, Taiwan. The event will later see the participation of top Indian govt ministers--Union Minister for Law and Justice Kiren Rijiju, Union Minister for Culture Tourism G. Kishan Reddy, and Minister of State for Culture Arjun Ram Meghawal. The day-long event is also being co-hosted by the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC). India headquartered IBC was founded in 2013 and aims to provide a platform for the global Buddhist community. The development comes on a day when Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be at Nepal's Lumbini on a one-day trip. Lumbini is the birthplace of Lord Buddha. During the stay, which comes on Buddha Purnima, PM will address a gathering and hold talks with Nepal PM Deuba. During the event Dalai Lama, who is also a patron of IBC in a spiritual message said," we are celebrating Vesak, which commemorated the Buddha's attainment of enlightenment after enduring six years of austerity". Interestingly, Prime Minister will participate in the "Shilanyas” ceremony for the construction of a centre for Buddhist culture and heritage, in a plot belonging to the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC), New Delhi within the Lumbini Monastic Zone. The construction of the Centre is being undertaken by the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) under the auspices of the Lumbini Development Trust with the support of India's Culture Ministry. Watch WION's live TV here:

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