Hey there! 🌟 Big news from Asia: The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) just kicked off a massive military drill called Joint Sword-2024A around the island of Taiwan! 🗺️
Starting at 7:45 a.m. on Thursday, the PLA's Eastern Theater Command is conducting joint exercises that include the army, navy, air force, and rocket force. 🚁🚢💥 These drills are happening in the Taiwan Strait 🌊, as well as the north, south, and east of the island of Taiwan. They're also taking place around the islands of Kinmen, Matsu, Wuqiu, and Dongyin. 🏝️
According to Li Xi, spokesperson for the theater command, the exercises are set to run from Thursday to Friday. The goal? Showcasing the PLA's capabilities and joint operational readiness. 🛡️
This is a significant event in the region, highlighting the dynamic and sometimes tense relationship across the Taiwan Strait. Stay tuned for more updates! 📢
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PLA conducts joint military drills surrounding Taiwan island
cgtn.com
