China\u2019s military drills around Taiwan have created a challenging environment where distinguishing between training exercises and acts of war is becoming increasingly difficult, Taiwan\u2019s Defence Minister Wellington Koo noted on Wednesday (Sept. 18). Addressing reporters, Koo explained that Beijing\u2019s growing military presence around the island necessitates a closer analysis of Taiwan\u2019s defensive strategies and its ability to respond to sudden threats.<\/p>\n
Koo emphasised the importance of differentiating between peacetime and wartime, citing China\u2019s efforts to blur the lines between military drills and combat readiness. According to CNA, he suggested that Taiwan should carefully observe China\u2019s military activities to simulate potential scenarios for its own defence exercises.<\/p>\n
The Defence Minister remarked that China\u2019s recent drills demonstrate its readiness to attack Taiwan and repel foreign forces, incorporating a combination of conventional and unconventional tactics. He referenced grey zone tactics, including joint sea and air training, as part of Beijing\u2019s broader strategy to pressure the island.<\/p>\n
Koo also addressed recent incidents involving Chinese speedboats entering Taiwan\u2019s territorial waters, suggesting these incursions might be part of a cognitive warfare strategy. He pointed out that the vessels are difficult to detect by radar but reassured that Taiwan\u2019s Army and Coast Guard are improving their joint defence capabilities to address such challenges.<\/p>\n
China\u2019s Joint Sword-2024A military exercise, following President Lai Ching-te\u2019s inauguration in May, signalled Beijing\u2019s intent to normalise large-scale drills near Taiwan. This, combined with incursions by China\u2019s People\u2019s Liberation Army into Taiwan\u2019s air defence identification zone (ADIZ), further underscores the evolving threat.<\/p>\n
With 2,076 incursions recorded this year and ongoing maritime activities, Taiwan continues to face mounting pressure from its neighbour across the strait.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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