The PLA Eastern Theater Command has kicked off large-scale military exercises encircling Taiwan this week, with spokesperson Shi Yi calling it a "stern warning against separatist forces." Codenamed "Justice Mission 2025," the drills involve all major military branches operating in strategic zones around the island.
What’s Happening? 🌊✈️
Forces are conducting:
Sea-air combat readiness patrols
Joint operations simulations
Port blockade scenarios
Island chain deterrence maneuvers
Shi confirmed aircraft and vessels are operating "in close proximity" to Taiwan from multiple directions, testing coordination between army, navy, air force, and rocket units.
Why Now? ⏰
The spokesperson emphasized this demonstrates China’s commitment to:
Safeguard national sovereignty 🛡️
Counter "Taiwan independence" moves
Respond to external interference
Analysts suggest the timing highlights Beijing’s red lines as 2025 marks 10 years since the landmark cross-strait leaders’ meeting in Singapore.
