The PLA Eastern Theater Command announced large-scale military drills east of Taiwan on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, deploying amphibious assault ships, destroyers, and drones to simulate real combat scenarios. The exercises tested “all-dimensional force projection” and precision strikes on strategic targets, according to an official statement.
💥 Key drill objectives included port seizure tactics and rapid coastal breaches, showcasing the military’s coordination between naval, aerial, and unmanned systems. Analysts suggest these maneuvers reflect ongoing efforts to modernize China’s defense capabilities amid evolving cross-strait dynamics.
While the drills were framed as routine, their timing sparks global attention as regional powers monitor stability in the Taiwan Strait. Social media buzzed with satellite imagery of warships maneuvering near Taiwan’s eastern waters, blending geopolitical gravity with viral curiosity. 🌏🔍
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PLA Eastern Theater Command holds drills in waters to east of Taiwan
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