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China initiates military drills around Taiwan
Taiwan's Prime Minister, William Lai, emphasized that these threats would not discourage them.
Taiwan: China has launched military exercises around Taiwan, coinciding with the visit of Taiwan's Prime Minister to the United States.
The move comes with threats and warnings from China, asserting its claims over the island.
Tensions have escalated between China and the United States over the Taiwan issue.
China's recent military exercises include aerial and maritime maneuvers around Taiwan, accompanied by the release of videos showcasing these activities.
China states that these exercises are a warning to separatist forces and powers involved in the U.S. visit.
The spokesperson for the Chinese military mentioned that these drills are meant to deter elements seeking to incite unrest.
In response to the developments, Taiwan's Prime Minister, William Lai, affirmed that such threats wouldn't deter them.
Taiwan's Defense Minister also criticized China's military drills, asserting that Taiwan's armed forces are fully capable of defending national security.
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