**Taiwan’s Military Conducts Live-Fire Drills on Outlying Islands**.
TAIPEI, Taiwan – Taiwan’s military conducted live-fire drills on Wednesday on several outlying islands, including Kinmen and Matsu, which are located near the Chinese mainland. The exercises were aimed at demonstrating Taiwan’s determination to defend itself against any potential military action by China..
The drills involved various types of weapons, including artillery, rockets, and missiles. They were also supported by air and naval forces. Taiwan’s defense ministry said that the exercises were successful and that they sent a clear message to China that Taiwan is prepared to defend its territory..
China has been increasing its military presence in the Taiwan Strait in recent months, and it has also been conducting military exercises near Taiwan. These actions have raised concerns in Taiwan and the international community about China’s intentions towards Taiwan..
Taiwan is a self-governing democracy that has been de facto independent from China since 1949. However, China considers Taiwan to be a breakaway province and has vowed to eventually reunify the island with the mainland, by force if necessary..
The United States has been Taiwan’s main ally and has pledged to help Taiwan defend itself against any military aggression from China. However, the Biden administration has also said that it does not support Taiwan’s independence and that it wants to see a peaceful resolution to the Taiwan issue..
The live-fire drills on Wednesday are the latest sign of Taiwan’s determination to defend itself against any potential military action by China. The exercises also come at a time when tensions between the two sides are high..
It is unclear what China’s reaction to the drills will be. However, it is likely that China will continue to increase its military presence in the Taiwan Strait and conduct more military exercises near Taiwan..
The situation in the Taiwan Strait is complex and there is no easy solution. However, it is clear that Taiwan is determined to defend itself against any potential military action by China. The United States has also pledged to help Taiwan defend itself, but it is unclear how far the US is willing to go to protect Taiwan..
The future of Taiwan is uncertain. However, it is clear that the island’s fate will have a major impact on the security and stability of the Asia-Pacific region..
