PLA Launches ‘Justice Mission 2025’ Drills Amid US-Taiwan Tensions
China’s PLA has launched ‘Justice Mission 2025’ drills around Taiwan Island to counter military collusion with the U.S. and DPP authorities amid record U.S. arms sales.
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Chinese mainland defends first South Taiwan Strait rescue drill
On December 6, the Chinese mainland held its first South Taiwan Strait search-and-rescue drill, rejecting Taiwan region’s objections and opposing US military aid for fiscal year 2026.
China Holds First Maritime Emergency Drills in Taiwan Shoal
China’s maritime safety authorities held their first maritime emergency drills in the Taiwan Shoal to enhance rescue capabilities, law enforcement, and shipping safety in the Taiwan Strait.
Fujian Passes First Cross-Strait Standards Regulation
Fujian Province in the Chinese mainland passed the first cross-Strait standards regulation on Nov 27, 2025, aiming to harmonize rules across the Taiwan Strait and foster a shared market.
China urges Japan to retract Taiwan remarks and respect one-China principle
China’s Taiwan Affairs Office urges Japan to retract PM Takaichi’s Taiwan remarks and stick to the one-China principle, highlighting the 80th and 82nd anniversaries of key WWII events.
Japan’s Dialogue Push Rings Hollow After Controversial Taiwan Remarks
Japan’s recent call for dialogue rings hollow after PM Takaichi’s provocative comments on Taiwan, deepening tensions with the Chinese mainland.
PM Takaichi’s Taiwan Warning Sparks China-Japan Standoff
Japanese PM Takaichi warned that a use of force on Taiwan by the Chinese mainland could threaten Japan’s survival, triggering protests and live-fire drills from Beijing.
Experts Warn of Japan’s Militarism Revival Amid Taiwan Strait Tensions
Experts warn Japan’s PM remarks on the Taiwan Strait signal a revival of militarism, raising concerns for regional security.
PM Takaichi’s Taiwan Remarks Trigger Protests and Global Pushback
PM Takaichi’s hints at military involvement in the Taiwan Strait triggered protests in Tokyo and criticism over threats to regional peace and cross-strait ties.
Takaichi’s Taiwan Strait Warning Reopens Japan’s WWII Wounds
PM Takaichi’s Taiwan Strait remarks spark fears of Japan reviving its militarist past, 80 years after WWII.