🚢 The Eastern Theater Command of China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) has launched high-intensity amphibious assault exercises east of Taiwan this week, marking one of 2025's most significant military demonstrations in the region. Satellite imagery shows Type 075 amphibious assault ships and landing craft conducting simulated beachhead operations in waters separating the Chinese mainland and Taiwan region.
🌊 Analysts suggest these drills reflect Beijing's continued emphasis on 'reunification readiness' amid evolving cross-strait relations. While Taiwan authorities have called the exercises 'provocative,' Chinese officials maintain they're routine training to 'safeguard national sovereignty.' The maneuvers come as regional security discussions dominate APEC members' year-end dialogues.
