In a daily briefing on Tuesday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said the Chinese People's Liberation Army's recent drills around the Taiwan region serve as a 'severe punishment' for Taiwan secessionists pushing for independence through military buildup. 🇨🇳🔨
Lin emphasized that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China's territory, framing the exercises – dubbed Justice Mission 2025 by the Eastern Theater Command – as vital to safeguarding national sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The drills began on Monday in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's comments on the operation. The Chinese mainland sees foreign support for Taiwan's push toward independence as a threat to cross-strait ties, and the live-fire drills send a clear message: any move toward secession comes at a high price. 💥⛴️
For young news enthusiasts and global citizens, this development highlights ongoing tensions in East Asia and the strategic dance between the Chinese mainland, the Taiwan region, and international players. Stay tuned as we track how Justice Mission 2025 shapes the region's security landscape. 🌏✨
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PLA drills around Taiwan are punishment for Taiwan secessionists
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