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Taiwan Prepares for Potential Chinese Aggression with Rapid-Response Drills

The five-day exercises focus on countering China's military buildup and readiness to transition drills into combat, as Taiwan eyes a potential invasion by 2027.

Defence Minister Wellington Koo inspects troops during a live fire exercise at the Fangshan training grounds in Pingtung, Taiwan August 26, 2024. REUTERS/Ann Wang/File Photo
A U.S.-made F-16V fighter jet taxis on the runway at an air force base during Taiwan's annual Han Kuang military drills in Hualien on July 23, 2024.
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Overview

  • Taiwan's military is conducting a five-day rapid-response exercise to enhance readiness against potential Chinese attacks or gray-zone tactics.
  • China recently deployed 59 military planes and warships near Taiwan, citing punitive measures against Taiwan's leadership for promoting 'independence.'
  • Taiwan's Defense Minister emphasized that the Chinese military can transition from drills to combat faster than previously assumed.
  • Taiwan is preparing for a possible invasion by 2027, a timeline that aligns with China's military modernization goals and U.S. intelligence assessments.
  • President Lai Ching-te has committed to raising defense spending to 3% of GDP to strengthen Taiwan's military capabilities.