Taiwan's foreign minister Joseph Wu has shared concerns over Chinese drills. He said, trajectory of Chinese threat against Taiwan is increasing and China aims to expand its power of authoritarianism.

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Taiwan said China is continuing military activities nearby. On Saturday, 17 Chinese aircraft and five Chinese ships were detected. Meanwhile, four aircraft also crossed the Taiwan strait's median line.

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Taiwan has showcased most advanced fighter jets and unveiled the F-16V fighter jet. Taipei has stimulated defence against invasion by China. Meanwhile, experts have said that possibility of a war is unlikely.

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China is intensifying its patrols near Taiwan. 90% of the people in Taiwan reject the claim that the island belongs to China. Beijing is willing to use force to take Taiwan, if necessary. A Chinese Law gives legal backing to an invasion. Palki Sharma tells you more.

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Taiwan is staging military exercises to show its ability to resist Chinese pressure to accept Beijing's political control over the island.

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Amid heightened tensions over Taiwan, both the US and Chinese ambassadors have released statements regarding the situation. The Chinese ambassador has said that he's concerned about the level of trust between China and the United States.

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War clouds are harboring over Taiwan. Enraged over US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit, Beijing has launched its massive military drills around Taiwan. Firing ballistic missiles and deploying dozens of fighter jets and warships amidst increasing hostilities with China, Taiwan is also readying itself.

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Amid tensions with China, Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen&nbsp;released a video to show how close the Chinese military ships were to the island during the recently concluded military drills by the communist nation.

Taiwan said it had tracked 51 warplanes and six warships on Thursday and at least 25 planes either crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait or entered the southwestern part of Taiwan's air defence zone.

Chinese planes have crossed the median line&nbsp;several times since August 3 after US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan earlier this month. Both countries conducted military drills but the situation largely remained under control even as both sides displayed their military muscle.

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China considers Taiwan as a breakaway province which it has said it will take by force if necessary. Last year China sent a record number of warplanes into Taiwan's air defence zone.

The US has maintained that it wants China and Taiwan to settle their dispute peacefully.

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“We will continue to take calm and resolute steps to uphold peace and stability in the face of Beijing's ongoing efforts to undermine it, and to support Taiwan,” Kurt Campbell, President Joe Biden's coordinator for the Indo-Pacific region said recently.

The latest military manoeuvres came after the US and Taiwan announced plans to start trade talks in autumn with eleven trade areas to be discussed between Washington and Taipei, including&nbsp;trade facilitation, digital trade, and non-market policies among others.

China's foreign ministry slammed the upcoming trade talks and urged the US to adhere to the "One China" policy and stop all official interactions with Taiwan even as Taipei welcomed the move.

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Amid tensions with China, Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen released a video to show how close the Chinese military ships were to the island during the recently concluded military drills by the communist nation.

Amid tensions with China, Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen released a video to show how close the Chinese military ships were to the island during the recently concluded military drills by the communist nation. Taiwan said it had tracked 51 warplanes and six warships on Thursday and at least 25 planes either crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait or entered the southwestern part of Taiwan's air defence zone. Chinese planes have crossed the median line several times since August 3 after US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan earlier this month. Both countries conducted military drills but the situation largely remained under control even as both sides displayed their military muscle. Also Read: Most Taiwanese oppose 'One China' policy, poll finds China considers Taiwan as a breakaway province which it has said it will take by force if necessary. Last year China sent a record number of warplanes into Taiwan's air defence zone. The US has maintained that it wants China and Taiwan to settle their dispute peacefully. Watch: US, Taiwan aim to reach 'economically meaningful outcomes' “We will continue to take calm and resolute steps to uphold peace and stability in the face of Beijing's ongoing efforts to undermine it, and to support Taiwan,” Kurt Campbell, President Joe Biden's coordinator for the Indo-Pacific region said recently. The latest military manoeuvres came after the US and Taiwan announced plans to start trade talks in autumn with eleven trade areas to be discussed between Washington and Taipei, including trade facilitation, digital trade, and non-market policies among others. China's foreign ministry slammed the upcoming trade talks and urged the US to adhere to the "One China" policy and stop all official interactions with Taiwan even as Taipei welcomed the move. (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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As tensions continue to simmer in the Taiwan strait, a video released by the Taiwanese President shows just how close the Chinese military ships are to the island.

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In another evidence of increased US backing for the island, the United States and Taiwan on Wednesday agreed to begin trade negotiations under a new initiative which is sure to anger China. The two sides stated that they intended to negotiate accords with "economically meaningful outcomes."

In June, just days after the Biden administration removed the Chinese-claimed island from its Asia-focused economic strategy intended to challenge China's expanding influence, Washington and Taipei presented the U.S.-Taiwan Initiative on 21st-Century Trade. The first round of negotiations is anticipated to begin early this fall, according to the office of the US Trade Representative, which stated that the two parties had "reached consensus on the negotiating mandate."

Deputy United States Trade Representative Sarah Bianchi said in a statement, "We plan to pursue an ambitious schedule for achieving high-standard commitments and meaningful outcomes covering the eleven trade areas in the negotiating mandate that will help build a fairer, more prosperous and resilient 21st-century economy."&nbsp;

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The United States and Taiwan have established a robust agenda for discussions on topics like trade facilitation, sound regulatory standards, and removing discriminatory trade obstacles, according to the negotiating mandate released along with the statement. The formal negotiations will begin with the goal of coming to agreements with "high standard commitments and economically meaningful outcomes," it was stated.

It made no mention of the potential for a comprehensive free trade agreement, which Taiwan has been urging for. Washington has been eager to increase assistance for Taiwan despite the absence of formal diplomatic connections, particularly as it comes under increased political pressure from China to recognise its sovereignty claims.

(with inputs from agencies)

In another evidence of increased US backing for the island, the United States and Taiwan on Wednesday agreed to begin trade negotiations under a new initiative which is sure to anger China.

In another evidence of increased US backing for the island, the United States and Taiwan on Wednesday agreed to begin trade negotiations under a new initiative which is sure to anger China. The two sides stated that they intended to negotiate accords with "economically meaningful outcomes." In June, just days after the Biden administration removed the Chinese-claimed island from its Asia-focused economic strategy intended to challenge China's expanding influence, Washington and Taipei presented the U.S.-Taiwan Initiative on 21st-Century Trade. The first round of negotiations is anticipated to begin early this fall, according to the office of the US Trade Representative, which stated that the two parties had "reached consensus on the negotiating mandate." Deputy United States Trade Representative Sarah Bianchi said in a statement, "We plan to pursue an ambitious schedule for achieving high-standard commitments and meaningful outcomes covering the eleven trade areas in the negotiating mandate that will help build a fairer, more prosperous and resilient 21st-century economy." Also Read: IN PICS| 'We're heartbroken, we're exhausted': France battles 'Monster wildfire' The United States and Taiwan have established a robust agenda for discussions on topics like trade facilitation, sound regulatory standards, and removing discriminatory trade obstacles, according to the negotiating mandate released along with the statement. The formal negotiations will begin with the goal of coming to agreements with "high standard commitments and economically meaningful outcomes," it was stated. It made no mention of the potential for a comprehensive free trade agreement, which Taiwan has been urging for. Washington has been eager to increase assistance for Taiwan despite the absence of formal diplomatic connections, particularly as it comes under increased political pressure from China to recognise its sovereignty claims. (with inputs from agencies)

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Tensions in the Taiwan Strait reached their highest level in decades and continue to rise as the Taiwanese defence ministry announced on Thursday (August 18) that over 50 Chinese military aircraft were detected in operation around the island.&nbsp;

The defence ministry wrote on Twitter: "6 PLAN vessels and 51 PLA aircraft around our surrounding region were detected today (August 18, 2022) until 1700(GMT+8)."&nbsp;

"#ROCArmedForces have monitored the situation and responded to these activities with aircraft in CAP, naval vessels, and land-based missile systems," it added.&nbsp;

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The ministry further said: "25 of the detected aircraft (SU-30*12, J-10*4, J-16*6, Y-8 EW and H-6*2) had flown on the east part of the median line of the Taiwan Strait and our SW ADIZ, flight paths as illustrated."&nbsp;

US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's recent Taiwan visit, followed by another visit of the island nation by US lawmakers, flared up tensions between China and US. Beijing views self-ruled Taiwan as part of its territory. China even claimed that, in case needed, it will use force to unite the two territories.&nbsp;

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Amid escalating tensions, Taiwan's air force showcased its anti-aircraft capabilities on Thursday and stated that they were ready for action 24 hours a day for any situation.&nbsp;

Air defence officer Chen Te-huan said: "We were not nervous at all at that time, as our regular training is prepared for all-day, 24-hour missile operations. When the Chinese military acted, we were already well prepared."&nbsp;

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Tensions in the Taiwan Strait reached their highest level in decades and continue to rise as the Taiwanese defence ministry announced on Thursday (August 18) that over 50 Chinese military aircraft were detected in operation around the island.

Tensions in the Taiwan Strait reached their highest level in decades and continue to rise as the Taiwanese defence ministry announced on Thursday (August 18) that over 50 Chinese military aircraft were detected in operation around the island. The defence ministry wrote on Twitter: "6 PLAN vessels and 51 PLA aircraft around our surrounding region were detected today (August 18, 2022) until 1700(GMT+8)." "#ROCArmedForces have monitored the situation and responded to these activities with aircraft in CAP, naval vessels, and land-based missile systems," it added. ALSO READ | Russia deploys MiG-31 fighters with Kinzhal hypersonic missiles to its Baltic exclave The ministry further said: "25 of the detected aircraft (SU-30*12, J-10*4, J-16*6, Y-8 EW and H-6*2) had flown on the east part of the median line of the Taiwan Strait and our SW ADIZ, flight paths as illustrated." US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's recent Taiwan visit, followed by another visit of the island nation by US lawmakers, flared up tensions between China and US. Beijing views self-ruled Taiwan as part of its territory. China even claimed that, in case needed, it will use force to unite the two territories. ALSO READ | Erdogan says Turkey stands 'on the side of Ukraine', warns of 'another' Chernobyl Amid escalating tensions, Taiwan's air force showcased its anti-aircraft capabilities on Thursday and stated that they were ready for action 24 hours a day for any situation. Air defence officer Chen Te-huan said: "We were not nervous at all at that time, as our regular training is prepared for all-day, 24-hour missile operations. When the Chinese military acted, we were already well prepared." 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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