On early Tuesday, Taiwan conducted its own live-fire drills to better prepare itself against a potential Chinese invasion.

The Taiwan Strait witnessed a tense last week after an angered China launched military exercise encircling the island following the visit of US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. It was the most high-level visit from the US to Taiwan in 25 years. This incensed China as it saw the visit as a violation of the “One China Policy”.

Though the Chinese military has ended their four-day military drills, Beijing on Tuesday vowed to conduct more joint drills focusing on anti-submarine and sea assault operations in Korean Peninsula and Taiwan Strait.

As China upped the ante by announcing more live military exercises, Taiwan also expressed battle-readiness, saying that it was “preparing for war without seeking war”.

Though it is well established that China is superior to Taiwan in terms of military strength, there have been questions raised on Taipei’s possible strategy in case Beijing attempts to occupy it by force.

Among the most potent tactic come up by Taiwan is an asymmetrical warfare method known as the “porcupine strategy (doctrine),” which aims to make the invasion very difficult and costly for the enemy.

According to US defence official David F Helvey, the strategy has helped Ukraine resist the Russian invasion, reports The New York Times.

What is “porcupine strategy”?

This strategy focuses on solidifying a state’s defences to exploit the enemy’s weaknesses rather than taking on its strengths.

It was first propounded by US Naval War College research professor William S Murray in 2008.

While writing for the Naval War College Review, he explained that it is about building defences to ensure that Taiwan “could be attacked and damaged but not defeated, at least without unacceptably high costs and risks”.

How does it work?

The porcupine approach has two defensive layers.

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	<li>The outer layer is about&nbsp;intelligence and reconnaissance&nbsp;to ensure defence forces are fully prepared. Behind this come plans for guerrilla warfare at sea with aerial support from sophisticated aircraft provided by the US.</li>
	<li>The innermost layer relies on the&nbsp;geography and demography of the island.</li>
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While the outer surveillance layer would work to prevent a surprise attack, the second one would make it difficult for China to land its troops on the island in the face of a guerrilla campaign at sea using “agile, missile-armed small ships, supported by helicopters and missile launchers”.

When was it adopted?

Taiwan adopted the doctrine in 2017 when the then-chief of the Taiwanese military forces, Lee Hsi-Ming, referred to it as the "Overall Defence Concept" (ODC).

Under this strategy, Taiwan has stacked up large inventories of anti-air, anti-tank, and anti-ship weapons and ammunition. That includes unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and low-cost munitions like mobile coastal defence cruise missiles (CDCMs), which have the capacity to destroy China’s expensive naval vessels and naval equipment.

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It has also prepared its cities for guerrilla warfare&nbsp;in case the Chinese&nbsp;People's Liberation Army succeeds in landing in Taiwan. In fact, buildings in Taipei can be turned into barracks.

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Taipei also has aircraft and anti-ballistic defence systems in its arsenal which can intercept ballistic rockets and inflict primary damage on invading powers.

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On early Tuesday, Taiwan conducted its own live-fire drills to better prepare itself against a potential Chinese invasion. The Taiwan Strait witnessed a tense last week after an angered China launched military exercise encircling the island following the visit of US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.

On early Tuesday, Taiwan conducted its own live-fire drills to better prepare itself against a potential Chinese invasion. The Taiwan Strait witnessed a tense last week after an angered China launched military exercise encircling the island following the visit of US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. It was the most high-level visit from the US to Taiwan in 25 years. This incensed China as it saw the visit as a violation of the “One China Policy”. Though the Chinese military has ended their four-day military drills, Beijing on Tuesday vowed to conduct more joint drills focusing on anti-submarine and sea assault operations in Korean Peninsula and Taiwan Strait. As China upped the ante by announcing more live military exercises, Taiwan also expressed battle-readiness, saying that it was “preparing for war without seeking war”. Though it is well established that China is superior to Taiwan in terms of military strength, there have been questions raised on Taipei’s possible strategy in case Beijing attempts to occupy it by force. Among the most potent tactic come up by Taiwan is an asymmetrical warfare method known as the “porcupine strategy (doctrine),” which aims to make the invasion very difficult and costly for the enemy. According to US defence official David F Helvey, the strategy has helped Ukraine resist the Russian invasion, reports The New York Times. What is “porcupine strategy”? This strategy focuses on solidifying a state’s defences to exploit the enemy’s weaknesses rather than taking on its strengths. It was first propounded by US Naval War College research professor William S Murray in 2008. While writing for the Naval War College Review, he explained that it is about building defences to ensure that Taiwan “could be attacked and damaged but not defeated, at least without unacceptably high costs and risks”. How does it work? The porcupine approach has two defensive layers. The outer layer is about intelligence and reconnaissance to ensure defence forces are fully prepared. Behind this come plans for guerrilla warfare at sea with aerial support from sophisticated aircraft provided by the US. The innermost layer relies on the geography and demography of the island. While the outer surveillance layer would work to prevent a surprise attack, the second one would make it difficult for China to land its troops on the island in the face of a guerrilla campaign at sea using “agile, missile-armed small ships, supported by helicopters and missile launchers”. When was it adopted? Taiwan adopted the doctrine in 2017 when the then-chief of the Taiwanese military forces, Lee Hsi-Ming, referred to it as the "Overall Defence Concept" (ODC). Under this strategy, Taiwan has stacked up large inventories of anti-air, anti-tank, and anti-ship weapons and ammunition. That includes unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and low-cost munitions like mobile coastal defence cruise missiles (CDCMs), which have the capacity to destroy China’s expensive naval vessels and naval equipment. Also read | Taiwanese minister says China conducting drills to prepare for invasion It has also prepared its cities for guerrilla warfare in case the Chinese People's Liberation Army succeeds in landing in Taiwan. In fact, buildings in Taipei can be turned into barracks. Also read | As 4-day military drill near Taiwan ends, China vows to continue new exercises Taipei also has aircraft and anti-ballistic defence systems in its arsenal which can intercept ballistic rockets and inflict primary damage on invading powers. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Tensions simmer in South China sea as China has decided to continue its military exercises in the Taiwan strait after US house speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit last week to Taiwan. Now what could be viewed as retaliation to China's constant aggression, Taiwan too has started its live-fire artillery drill.

Taiwan holds live-fire drills; China continues its military drills

China’s People’s Liberation Army has concluded its unprecedented four-day military exercise encircling Taiwan following a controversial visit by US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi&nbsp;to the island nation last week.

On Sunday, the Chinese army deployed fighter jets, warships and ballistic missiles around Taiwan as it carried out “island saturation attack drills” and “bomber deterrence flights”. Experts have described it as the simulation of a blockade and ultimate invasion of the island.

“After completing the mock strike mission, several bomber formations flew across the Taiwan Strait from north to south and from south to north simultaneously, carrying out a deterrence mission around the island jointly with other PLA services and branches,” state-run tabloid, Global Times said in a late night online report.

According to the report, the aim of Sunday’s exercise was to carry out an “island attack” exercise along with a “lockdown” drill.

Even as the four-day exercise came to a halt in Taiwan Strait, China announced that it is carrying out new military exercises in the Yellow Sea —which is located between China and the Korean peninsula—and Bohai Sea— off China's east coast

“The drill on the Bohai Sea will be held between August 8 and September 8, while another on the Yellow Sea will be conducted between August 7 and 15,” China’s Maritime Safety Administration (MSA) said in a statement.

The new announcements come as China announced to conduct "regular" military drills on the eastern side of the median line in the Taiwan Strait from now on. The median line is an unofficial buffer separating the two sides, according to a senior military analyst who was quoted in Chinese state media.

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The military drills, which took place in six zones around the island, began on Thursday. It deployed more than 100 fighter jets, fired ballistic missiles and dispatched dozens of warships for the drill, the largest such exercise to be held around Taiwan.

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Beijing considers Taiwan as a breakaway province that will eventually be reunited with the Chinese mainland. But Taiwan, which has a population of around 23 million, is a self-ruled island that sees itself as distinct from the mainland.

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China’s People’s Liberation Army has concluded its unprecedented four-day military exercise encircling Taiwan following a controversial visit by US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to the island nation last week.

China’s People’s Liberation Army has concluded its unprecedented four-day military exercise encircling Taiwan following a controversial visit by US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to the island nation last week. On Sunday, the Chinese army deployed fighter jets, warships and ballistic missiles around Taiwan as it carried out “island saturation attack drills” and “bomber deterrence flights”. Experts have described it as the simulation of a blockade and ultimate invasion of the island. “After completing the mock strike mission, several bomber formations flew across the Taiwan Strait from north to south and from south to north simultaneously, carrying out a deterrence mission around the island jointly with other PLA services and branches,” state-run tabloid, Global Times said in a late night online report. According to the report, the aim of Sunday’s exercise was to carry out an “island attack” exercise along with a “lockdown” drill. Even as the four-day exercise came to a halt in Taiwan Strait, China announced that it is carrying out new military exercises in the Yellow Sea —which is located between China and the Korean peninsula—and Bohai Sea— off China's east coast “The drill on the Bohai Sea will be held between August 8 and September 8, while another on the Yellow Sea will be conducted between August 7 and 15,” China’s Maritime Safety Administration (MSA) said in a statement. The new announcements come as China announced to conduct "regular" military drills on the eastern side of the median line in the Taiwan Strait from now on. The median line is an unofficial buffer separating the two sides, according to a senior military analyst who was quoted in Chinese state media. Also read | China keeps up pressure as Taiwan detects 66 planes and 14 warships in latest drills The military drills, which took place in six zones around the island, began on Thursday. It deployed more than 100 fighter jets, fired ballistic missiles and dispatched dozens of warships for the drill, the largest such exercise to be held around Taiwan. Also read | Amid Taiwan drills, China to conduct live-fire exercise near Korean peninsula Beijing considers Taiwan as a breakaway province that will eventually be reunited with the Chinese mainland. But Taiwan, which has a population of around 23 million, is a self-ruled island that sees itself as distinct from the mainland. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

As 4-day military drill near Taiwan ends, China vows to continue new exercises

Apple has reportedly asked suppliers in Taiwan to strictly enforce a long-standing rule that Taiwanese-made parts and components are labelled made either in "Taiwan, China" or "Chinese Taipei.

According to Nikkei, the company wants to avoid disruption from strict Chinese customs inspections resulting from the visit of US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to Taiwan last week.

The Cupertino-based tech behemoth has asked the suppliers to treat the matter with urgency to avoid possible disruptions caused by goods and components being held for scrutiny, the report said.

The announcement comes at a time when Apple is all set to launch iPhone 14 and other new products in September.

Any item, document or carton bearing "Made in Taiwan" phrase can lead to shipments getting delayed or rejected by the Chinese customs authorities, and, in a worst-case scenario, a fine of 4,000 yuan ($592) may also be levied, Nikkei reported quoting sources.

Beijing considers Taiwan as a breakaway province that will eventually be reunited with the Chinese mainland. But Taiwan, which has a population of around 23 million, is a self-ruled island that sees itself as distinct from the mainland.

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Ever since the Covid pandemic resulted in supply disruption, Apple has been making efforts to diversify its production process.

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The US tech giant has been betting big on Indian and Brazilian sites and trying to be less reliant on Chinese factories.

However, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo notes that the iPhone 14 production capacity in India won’t be enough to fill the gap caused by production challenges in China in the short term, but added that it’s still an “important milestone for Apple” when it comes to expanding iPhone production to other places, reports The Guardian.

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Apple has reportedly asked suppliers in Taiwan to strictly enforce a long-standing rule that Taiwanese-made parts and components are labelled made either in "Taiwan, China" or "Chinese Taipei.

Apple has reportedly asked suppliers in Taiwan to strictly enforce a long-standing rule that Taiwanese-made parts and components are labelled made either in "Taiwan, China" or "Chinese Taipei. According to Nikkei, the company wants to avoid disruption from strict Chinese customs inspections resulting from the visit of US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to Taiwan last week. The Cupertino-based tech behemoth has asked the suppliers to treat the matter with urgency to avoid possible disruptions caused by goods and components being held for scrutiny, the report said. The announcement comes at a time when Apple is all set to launch iPhone 14 and other new products in September. Any item, document or carton bearing "Made in Taiwan" phrase can lead to shipments getting delayed or rejected by the Chinese customs authorities, and, in a worst-case scenario, a fine of 4,000 yuan ($592) may also be levied, Nikkei reported quoting sources. Beijing considers Taiwan as a breakaway province that will eventually be reunited with the Chinese mainland. But Taiwan, which has a population of around 23 million, is a self-ruled island that sees itself as distinct from the mainland. Also read | After drills near Taiwan, China to run new exercises in Yellow & Bohai seas Ever since the Covid pandemic resulted in supply disruption, Apple has been making efforts to diversify its production process. Also read | Taiwan: Official responsible for doubling missile production capacity succumbs to heart attack The US tech giant has been betting big on Indian and Brazilian sites and trying to be less reliant on Chinese factories. However, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo notes that the iPhone 14 production capacity in India won’t be enough to fill the gap caused by production challenges in China in the short term, but added that it’s still an “important milestone for Apple” when it comes to expanding iPhone production to other places, reports The Guardian. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Apple asks Taiwanese suppliers to label products as ‘made in China’: Report

The Central News Agency reported that the Taiwanese official responsible for doubling missile production capacity has succumbed to a heart attack.

Ruling out signs of any 'intrusion', the authorities found Ou Yang Li-hsing died of a heart attack during a business trip to the southern county of Pingtung.

Li-hsing, the deputy head of the military-owned National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology, was discovered unconscious.

After assuming the post early this year, he was asked to supervise various missile production projects.

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According to his autopsy report, the 57-year-old had a history of heart disease and had a cardiac stent.

As Taiwan boosts its combat power amid what it sees as China's growing military threat, the military-owned body is working to more than double its yearly missile production capacity to close to 500 this year.

Pushing for various defence projects including putting into service a new class of stealthy warships and developing its own submarines, Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen has made modernising the military a top priority.

Vowing to defend the island's freedom and democracy, she told an American delegation visiting Taipei that China's military threat is growing.

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The Central News Agency reported that the Taiwanese official responsible for doubling missile production capacity has succumbed to a heart attack. Ruling out signs of any 'intrusion', the authorities found Ou Yang Li-hsing died of a heart attack during a business trip to the southern county of Pingtung.

The Central News Agency reported that the Taiwanese official responsible for doubling missile production capacity has succumbed to a heart attack. Ruling out signs of any 'intrusion', the authorities found Ou Yang Li-hsing died of a heart attack during a business trip to the southern county of Pingtung. Li-hsing, the deputy head of the military-owned National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology, was discovered unconscious. After assuming the post early this year, he was asked to supervise various missile production projects. Also read | After drills near Taiwan, China to run new exercises in Yellow & Bohai seas According to his autopsy report, the 57-year-old had a history of heart disease and had a cardiac stent. As Taiwan boosts its combat power amid what it sees as China's growing military threat, the military-owned body is working to more than double its yearly missile production capacity to close to 500 this year. Pushing for various defence projects including putting into service a new class of stealthy warships and developing its own submarines, Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen has made modernising the military a top priority. Vowing to defend the island's freedom and democracy, she told an American delegation visiting Taipei that China's military threat is growing. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION's live TV here: ×

Taiwan: Official responsible for doubling missile production capacity succumbs to heart attack

In pics - How Taiwan is getting ready for a possible Chinese air strike

China's largest ever military exercises surrounding Taiwan has come to a close, ending the four-day-long retaliatory exercise after US house speaker Nancy Pelosi's trip to Taiwan, however, neither Beijing nor Taipei have officially confirmed their conclusion.

Taiwan accuses Beijing of simulating invasion as four-day drills end

Apple is asking its suppliers in Taiwan to label its products that are bound for Mainland China as Chinese, Taipei or Taiwan China. The labeling suggests that the island is part of the people's Republic of China.

Apple asks Taiwanese suppliers to label products as 'Made in China'

China carried out fresh military drills around Taiwan Monday, defying calls for it to end its largest-ever exercises encircling the island in the wake of a visit by US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.

China carried out fresh military drills around Taiwan

China carried out military drills around Taiwan

A senior Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman's tweet where she used restaurant listings to assert Beijing's claim over Taiwan has led to tremendous ridicule online.&nbsp;

"Baidu Maps show that there are 38 Shandong dumpling restaurants and 67 Shanxi noodle restaurants in Taipei," spokeswoman Hua Chunying posted on the social media site late on Sunday.

"Palates don't cheat. #Taiwan has always been a part of China. The long lost child will eventually return home," she added.

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Notably, Twitter is banned in China and only accessible via special VPN software.

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"There are over 100 ramen restaurants in Taipei, so Taiwan is definitely a part of Japan," a Twitter user with the handle "Marco Chu" wrote in Hua's replies.

"Google Maps show that there are 17 McDonalds, 18 KFCs, 19 Burger Kings, and 19 Starbucks in Beijing. Palates don't cheat. #China has always been a part of America. The long lost child will eventually return home," Twitter user "@plasticreceiver" wrote.

There were some who wondered if Hua's logic meant that Beijing could lay a claim on territories beyond the Asia Pacific region as well.

"There are 29 dumpling houses in the Greater Los Angeles area not to mention 89 noodle restaurants. Using Hua's logic, LA has always been a part of China," a handle under the name "Terry Adams" wrote.

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Hua's tweet follows a week of tensions around the Taiwan Strait. Beijing wasn't happy with US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to the island nation and responded by cancelling a series of talks and cooperation agreements with Washington. It also held military exercises around Taiwan.

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A senior Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman's tweet where she used restaurant listings to assert Beijing's claim over Taiwan has led to tremendous ridicule online.

A senior Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman's tweet where she used restaurant listings to assert Beijing's claim over Taiwan has led to tremendous ridicule online. "Baidu Maps show that there are 38 Shandong dumpling restaurants and 67 Shanxi noodle restaurants in Taipei," spokeswoman Hua Chunying posted on the social media site late on Sunday. "Palates don't cheat. #Taiwan has always been a part of China. The long lost child will eventually return home," she added. Baidu Maps show that there are 38 Shandong dumpling restaurants and 67 Shanxi noodle restaurants in Taipei. Palates don't cheat. #Taiwan has always been a part of China. The long lost child will eventually return home. pic.twitter.com/p50RXund9T — Hua Chunying 华春莹 (@SpokespersonCHN) August 7, 2022 × Netizens had a field day over Hua's tweet as thousands of Twitter users took a jibe at the top official's logic. Notably, Twitter is banned in China and only accessible via special VPN software. Also Read | Amid Taiwan drills, China to conduct live-fire exercise near Korean peninsula "There are over 100 ramen restaurants in Taipei, so Taiwan is definitely a part of Japan," a Twitter user with the handle "Marco Chu" wrote in Hua's replies. "Google Maps show that there are 17 McDonalds, 18 KFCs, 19 Burger Kings, and 19 Starbucks in Beijing. Palates don't cheat. #China has always been a part of America. The long lost child will eventually return home," Twitter user "@plasticreceiver" wrote. There were some who wondered if Hua's logic meant that Beijing could lay a claim on territories beyond the Asia Pacific region as well. "There are 29 dumpling houses in the Greater Los Angeles area not to mention 89 noodle restaurants. Using Hua's logic, LA has always been a part of China," a handle under the name "Terry Adams" wrote. Also Read | China keeps up pressure as Taiwan detects 66 planes and 14 warships in latest drills Hua's tweet follows a week of tensions around the Taiwan Strait. Beijing wasn't happy with US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to the island nation and responded by cancelling a series of talks and cooperation agreements with Washington. It also held military exercises around Taiwan. (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.

Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman invites ridicule over Taiwan restaurant tweet

China continues its military drills around Taiwan and the aggressive show comes after US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's Taipei visit. China has deployed fighter jets, warships, ballistic missiles which the analysts have described as practice for a blockade.

Beijing rages over US House speaker Nancy Pelosi's Taiwan visit

China has been conducting military drills around Taiwan in the aftermath of the United States House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit to the country. Taiwan said on Sunday that China deployed as many as 66 warplanes and 14 warships in the nearby areas with 22 aircrafts crossing the line dividing the Taiwan Strait. The Chinese authorities were not happy with Pelosi visiting Taiwan despite multiple warnings and the military drills are being considered to be a clear show of retaliation.

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It has been common for Chinese forces to cross the Taiwan Strait line – the unofficial border between the two countries – as a show of aggression. The aircrafts started their usual exercise even before Pelosi arrived on August 4, and they have continued the drills ever since.

Taiwan said that they were able to scramble a combat air patrol and implemented defense missile system against the planes, according to the official statement of the Ministry of National Defense. Earlier, Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-Wen said that&nbsp;they will not "escalate conflicts or provoke disputes" but will "firmly&nbsp;defend the country's sovereignty".

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The first set of drills ended on Sunday, but the Chinese media has reported that the next round will continue to take place. The authorities also said they detected an unmanned aerial vehicle near the Chinese coastal city of Xiamen and the army fired to repel it from making any progress into the area.

China has also said it will hold live-fire drills in the Yellow Sea between China and the Korean peninsula from Saturday until August 15.

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China has been conducting military drills around Taiwan in the aftermath of the United States House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit to the country. Taiwan said on Sunday that China deployed as many as 66 warplanes and 14 warships in the nearby areas with 22 aircrafts crossing the line dividing the Taiwan Strait.

China has been conducting military drills around Taiwan in the aftermath of the United States House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit to the country. Taiwan said on Sunday that China deployed as many as 66 warplanes and 14 warships in the nearby areas with 22 aircrafts crossing the line dividing the Taiwan Strait. The Chinese authorities were not happy with Pelosi visiting Taiwan despite multiple warnings and the military drills are being considered to be a clear show of retaliation. Also read | Israel and Palestine agree on ceasefire from Sunday evening: Report It has been common for Chinese forces to cross the Taiwan Strait line – the unofficial border between the two countries – as a show of aggression. The aircrafts started their usual exercise even before Pelosi arrived on August 4, and they have continued the drills ever since. Taiwan said that they were able to scramble a combat air patrol and implemented defense missile system against the planes, according to the official statement of the Ministry of National Defense. Earlier, Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-Wen said that they will not "escalate conflicts or provoke disputes" but will "firmly defend the country's sovereignty". Also read | Amid Taiwan drills, China to conduct live-fire exercise near Korean peninsula The first set of drills ended on Sunday, but the Chinese media has reported that the next round will continue to take place. The authorities also said they detected an unmanned aerial vehicle near the Chinese coastal city of Xiamen and the army fired to repel it from making any progress into the area. China has also said it will hold live-fire drills in the Yellow Sea between China and the Korean peninsula from Saturday until August 15. WATCH WION LIVE HERE -

China keeps up pressure as Taiwan detects 66 planes and 14 warships in latest drills

Amid the ongoing China-Taiwan crisis after US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visited Taiwan, China is all set to hold drills in the South yellow sea.

Beijing continues to escalate tensions as it plans to hold drills in the South yellow sea

Amid the ongoing China-Taiwan crisis, China is all set to hold drills in the South yellow sea. Taiwan has accused Beijing of simulating invasion as 4-day drills end.

WION Fineprint: China to hold drills in the Southern part of yellow sea

Amid the ongoing China-Taiwan crisis after US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visited Taiwan, China is all set to hold drills in the South yellow sea. Taiwan has accused Beijing of simulating invasion as 4-day drills end.

Taiwan accuses Beijing of simulating invasion as 4-day drills end

Chinese military violates median line in Taiwan strait as Beijing continues to escalate tensions

The United States criticised China's military exercise as Taiwan informed the communist nation was simulating an attack on its main island.

Taiwan mobilised its air and ground patrol units as China continued its drill for the second consecutive day on Saturday. The drills are the largest ever conducted by China near Taiwan and come&nbsp;just a day after US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi concluded her visit to the island nation infuriating China.

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Taiwan informed that at least 20 warplanes and ships were detected in waters surrounding the island nation as China conducted joint air and sea operations. Taipei stated that at least 14 Chinese fighters crossed the median line demarcating the two nations as Taiwan pressed its Air Force into action to ward off the jets.

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Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken asserted that the Biden administration was "determined to act responsibly" to avoid a major global crisis.

Taiwan's President Tsai ing-Wen emphasised that her country will not "escalate conflicts or provoke disputes" but will "firmly" defend the country's sovereignty while adding: "We are calm and not impetuous, we are rational and not provocative."

Reports claimed earlier Chinese missiles had flown over Taiwan during the drills. The military exercise near Taiwan is expected to end on Sunday.

Amid continued tensions, the Xi regime said it will hold live-fire drills in the Yellow Sea between China and the Korean peninsula from Saturday until August 15.

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The United States criticised China's military exercise as Taiwan informed the communist nation was simulating an attack on its main island. Taiwan mobilised its air and ground patrol units as China continued its drill for the second consecutive day on Saturday.

The United States criticised China's military exercise as Taiwan informed the communist nation was simulating an attack on its main island. Taiwan mobilised its air and ground patrol units as China continued its drill for the second consecutive day on Saturday. The drills are the largest ever conducted by China near Taiwan and come just a day after US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi concluded her visit to the island nation infuriating China. Also Read: Amid military drills, Taiwan says China 'simulating attack' Taiwan informed that at least 20 warplanes and ships were detected in waters surrounding the island nation as China conducted joint air and sea operations. Taipei stated that at least 14 Chinese fighters crossed the median line demarcating the two nations as Taiwan pressed its Air Force into action to ward off the jets. Watch: China's military drills a rehearsal to invade Taiwan? Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken asserted that the Biden administration was "determined to act responsibly" to avoid a major global crisis. Taiwan's President Tsai ing-Wen emphasised that her country will not "escalate conflicts or provoke disputes" but will "firmly" defend the country's sovereignty while adding: "We are calm and not impetuous, we are rational and not provocative." Reports claimed earlier Chinese missiles had flown over Taiwan during the drills. The military exercise near Taiwan is expected to end on Sunday. Amid continued tensions, the Xi regime said it will hold live-fire drills in the Yellow Sea between China and the Korean peninsula from Saturday until August 15. (With inputs from Agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Taipei is now fearing that the drills of Chinese military are in fact a simulation for an invasion. Chinese jets has been making incursions in Taiwan's air defence zones. Its ships have encircled the entire Island nation and grounds troops are raiding down missiles which has made Taiwanese very anxious.

Taiwan accuses Beijing of simulating invasion as drills continue

China, U.S. tensions over House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's Taiwan visit have escalated. China has suspended cooperation with the U.S. U.S. summoned the Chinese envoy over drills.

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Condemning China's decision to halt cooperation in a number of critical areas over Taiwan, US National Security Council spokesman John Kirby called it "fundamentally irresponsible."

"They think they're punishing us by shutting down this channel," Kirby said during a White House briefing.

"They're actually punishing the whole world because the climate crisis doesn't recognise geographic boundaries and borders," he added.

Highlighting that Beijing can ease tensions over Taiwan by ending its "provocative" military drills, Kirby said US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's trip did not constitute a violation of Chinese sovereignty or America's longstanding "One China" policy.

With Chinese state news agency Xinhua describing live-fire drills and other exercises around Taiwan from Thursday (August 4) to Sunday (August 7), Chinese warplanes buzzed the line dividing the Taiwan Strait after her arrival in Taipei.

Warning China against using the visit as a pretext for military action against Taiwan, Kirby said Beijing could use "economic coercion" against Taipei beyond the military moves.

Calling China's military drills “significant escalation”, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said that Pelosi’s visit was peaceful and did not represent a change in American policy toward Taiwan.

The joint deal signed by former US President Barack Obama and Chinese President Xi Jinping to fight climate change led to the landmark 2015 Paris agreement according to experts.

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Condemning China's decision to halt cooperation in a number of critical areas over Taiwan, US National Security Council spokesman John Kirby called it "fundamentally irresponsible.

Condemning China's decision to halt cooperation in a number of critical areas over Taiwan, US National Security Council spokesman John Kirby called it "fundamentally irresponsible." "They think they're punishing us by shutting down this channel," Kirby said during a White House briefing. "They're actually punishing the whole world because the climate crisis doesn't recognise geographic boundaries and borders," he added. Highlighting that Beijing can ease tensions over Taiwan by ending its "provocative" military drills, Kirby said US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's trip did not constitute a violation of Chinese sovereignty or America's longstanding "One China" policy. With Chinese state news agency Xinhua describing live-fire drills and other exercises around Taiwan from Thursday (August 4) to Sunday (August 7), Chinese warplanes buzzed the line dividing the Taiwan Strait after her arrival in Taipei. Warning China against using the visit as a pretext for military action against Taiwan, Kirby said Beijing could use "economic coercion" against Taipei beyond the military moves. Calling China's military drills “significant escalation”, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said that Pelosi’s visit was peaceful and did not represent a change in American policy toward Taiwan. The joint deal signed by former US President Barack Obama and Chinese President Xi Jinping to fight climate change led to the landmark 2015 Paris agreement according to experts. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION's live TV here: ×

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