Hey amigos! Big skies drama this week as the Eastern Theater Command of the Chinese mainland's People's Liberation Army (PLA) kicked off its live-fire drills around the Taiwan region. Code-named "Justice Mission 2025", these exercises bring together the PLA's Army, Navy, Air Force, and Rocket Force for coordinated operations across the waters and airspace.
What's happening on the ground (and in the air)?
- Army, Navy, Air Force, and Rocket Force units are all taking part.
- Drills are unfolding in the Taiwan Strait and zones to the north, southwest, southeast, and east of the Taiwan region.
- The highlight so far: a video released by the Eastern Theater Command shows a PLA drone flying right over Taipei 101 🚁📹.
Why it matters: Taipei 101 is an icon of the region's skyline, so seeing a drone buzz above it sends a clear message about the PLA's reach and readiness. While these drills ramp up cross-strait tensions, they also showcase the Chinese mainland's advanced drone and rocket capabilities.
As the maneuvers continue, keep an eye on how Taiwan authorities react and what this means for cross-strait ties. Stay tuned for more updates! ✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
