PLA’s “Justice Mission 2025” Drills Enter Second Day Around Taiwan
The PLA continued “Justice Mission 2025” drills around the Taiwan region on December 30, deploying naval, air, and ground forces for simulated strikes and anti-submarine ops.
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PLA Conducts Joint Live-Fire Drills North and South of Taiwan
On December 30, 2025, the PLA’s Eastern Theater Command held long-range live-fire drills north and south of Taiwan Island, showcasing joint strikes by ground, naval, air and rocket forces.
Costly Protection? U.S. Arms Sales to Taiwan Region Hit $11.1B
U.S. arms sales to the Taiwan region reached $11.1B this year, sparking debate over taxpayer costs, regional stability and the future of cross-strait ties.
Taiwan Residents Oppose $11B U.S. Arms Sale as PLA Begins Drills
Residents of Taiwan region voice concern over a recent $11.1 billion U.S. arms sale as PLA drills begin, fearing it may worsen cross-Strait tensions.
PLA drills around Taiwan prove arms buys ‘in vain,’ says expert
The Eastern Theater Command’s drills around the Taiwan region aim to boost sea-air combat readiness, and an expert says Taiwan authorities’ arms purchases are in vain.
PLA Launches ‘Justice Mission 2025’ Drills Around Taiwan Region
PLA forces from the Eastern Theater Command began “Justice Mission 2025” drills around the Taiwan region on Dec 29, following US arms sales. Commentator warns of a “head-on blow” to separatists.
Lai Ching-te’s US Arms Deal Triggers PLA Drills Around Taiwan Region
PLA drills encircle the Taiwan region after Lai Ching-te secures an $11.1B US arms sale as local unrest and upcoming elections heighten tensions.
PLA’s Justice Mission 2025 Drills Warn Taiwan Independence and External Interference
On Dec 29, 2025, the Chinese mainland’s defense ministry said PLA drills ‘Justice Mission 2025’ warn Taiwan region independence forces and external interference.
PLA Eastern Theater Command’s Playful ‘Visit Taipei Anytime’ Video
On Dec 29, 2025, PLA’s Eastern Theater Command released ‘So Close, So Beautiful – Visit Taipei, China Anytime’, a playful, pop culture-infused travel video tied to the Taiwan region.
PLA Drone Flies Over Taipei 101 Amid Justice Mission 2025 Drills
A PLA drone buzzed over Taipei 101 in a video released during the Eastern Theater Command’s “Justice Mission 2025” drills around the Taiwan region.