China vs Taiwan & USA - China becoming more active around Taiwan over the last few days
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Taiwan is an indivisible part of our country and will not become a separate state, it will return to China
For obvious reasons, China's position has not changed.
As well as the position of the PLA, according to which an attempt to declare the independence of Taiwan will inevitably lead to war and the use of the Chinese armed forces to prevent the secession of the island.
Taiwan is an indivisible part of our country and will not become a separate state, it will return to China
For obvious reasons, China's position has not changed.
As well as the position of the PLA, according to which an attempt to declare the independence of Taiwan will inevitably lead to war and the use of the Chinese armed forces to prevent the secession of the island.
China be like "Run Me My Country of Taiwan Back."
American Activity off the Coast of China
In response to Chinese exercises in Taiwan, the Americans decided to do the same. However, they did not conduct any training sessions with Taiwanese troops. Instead, the US Armed Forces group became noticeably more active.
▪️ First, ships from the carrier strike group, led by the aircraft carrier Carl Vinson and three escort ships, arrived in the area east of the island of Taiwan.
▪️ On January 24, the destroyer John Finn sailed south through the Taiwan Strait for the first time this year. The Americans present this as a "freedom of navigation operation", but in a provocative manner.
▪️ The destroyer's passage was actively monitored by two Chinese drones, as well as coast guard boats. At the same time, a US Air Force RC-135 reconnaissance aircraft from the Japanese Kadena air base monitored the actions of the PLA aircraft.
▪️ The next day, from the same Kadena, an E-3C AWACS aircraft operated over the Bashi Strait. While it was working, F-50 Fokker planes were circling suspiciously over Taiwan. It is likely that the E-3C was tracking the location of PLA air defense systems.
Given the activity of the Chinese in the South China Sea, tension in Southeast Asia has significantly increased. However, there are no prerequisites for escalation so far, as all these measures are standard actions in response to each other.
First, the Chinese made the Taiwanesenervous, then the Americans flexed their muscles, and today Chinese sources report high activity of aircraft and ships in the coastal waters of the East China Sea and in the Taiwan Strait. It appears that a new training has begun.
In response to Chinese exercises in Taiwan, the Americans decided to do the same. However, they did not conduct any training sessions with Taiwanese troops. Instead, the US Armed Forces group became noticeably more active.
▪️ First, ships from the carrier strike group, led by the aircraft carrier Carl Vinson and three escort ships, arrived in the area east of the island of Taiwan.
▪️ On January 24, the destroyer John Finn sailed south through the Taiwan Strait for the first time this year. The Americans present this as a "freedom of navigation operation", but in a provocative manner.
▪️ The destroyer's passage was actively monitored by two Chinese drones, as well as coast guard boats. At the same time, a US Air Force RC-135 reconnaissance aircraft from the Japanese Kadena air base monitored the actions of the PLA aircraft.
▪️ The next day, from the same Kadena, an E-3C AWACS aircraft operated over the Bashi Strait. While it was working, F-50 Fokker planes were circling suspiciously over Taiwan. It is likely that the E-3C was tracking the location of PLA air defense systems.
Given the activity of the Chinese in the South China Sea, tension in Southeast Asia has significantly increased. However, there are no prerequisites for escalation so far, as all these measures are standard actions in response to each other.
First, the Chinese made the Taiwanesenervous, then the Americans flexed their muscles, and today Chinese sources report high activity of aircraft and ships in the coastal waters of the East China Sea and in the Taiwan Strait. It appears that a new training has begun.
“China is urging the United States to immediately halt official exchanges and military contacts with the island [of Taiwan] and not send the wrong signals to separatist forces of "Taiwan independence," Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said on Friday, in response to reports that a Taiwan island navy chief will visit the United States next week”
Taiwan condemns 'shameless' China's thanks for global sympathy on quake
April 4, 20249:35 AM CDTUpdated 6 hours ago
People move a bicycle from a bicycle store in a damaged building as they place it outside the building, following the earthquake, in Hualien, Taiwan, April 4, 2024. REUTERS/Carlos Garcia...
TAIPEI, April 4 (Reuters) - Taiwan on Thursday condemned China as "shameless" after Beijing's deputy ambassador to the United Nations thanked the world for its concern about a strong earthquake on the island.
China claims democratically-governed Taiwan as its own territory and also claims the right to speak for it on the international stage, to the fury of Taipei given Beijing's communist government has never ruled the island and has no say in how it chooses its leaders.
On Wednesday, after the 7.2 earthquake hit eastern Taiwan, killing 10 people, China's Deputy Permanent Representative to the U.N., Geng Shuang, mentioned at a meeting about children's rights that another speaker had brought up the quake in "China's Taiwan".
China is concerned about the damage and has expressed condolences to Taiwan and offered aid, he said, according to a transcript of his remarks carried on the Chinese mission to the U.N.'s website.
"We thank the international community for its expressions of sympathy and concern," he added.
Taiwan's foreign ministry expressed anger at the remarks.
The ministry "solemnly condemns China's shameless use of the Taiwan earthquake to conduct cognitive operations internationally", it said, using Taiwan's normal term for what it views as Chinese psychological warfare.
This shows China has no goodwill towards Taiwan, the ministry added.
Taiwan's government has already thanked governments and leaders around the world for their messages of concern and offers of support, including from the United States, the island's most important international supporter despite the lack of diplomatic ties.
The defeated Republic of China government fled to Taiwan in 1949 after losing a civil war to Mao Zedong's communists, who established the People's Republic of China with its capital in Beijing.
Taiwan's formal name remains the Republic of China.
China’s Xi Jinping says ‘no force’ can stop ‘reunion’ with Taiwan
Nathaniel Dove2:19Amid heightened tensions between Chinaand Taiwan, Chinese President Xi Jinpingtold a former Taiwanese president who supports unification that the countries “belong” together.
“Differences in systems cannot change the fact that both sides of the Taiwan Straits belong to the same country and nation,” Xi said.
“External interference cannot stop the historical trend of reunion of the country and family,” Xi said, in comments reported by Taiwanese media and published by Reuters.
“There is no rancour that cannot be resolved, no problem that cannot be discussed, and no force that can separate us.”
Ma Ying-jeou, who led Taiwan from 2008 until 2016, replied by saying a new war between the two countries would be “an unbearable burden for the Chinese nation.”
Beijing claims the independent island of Taiwan is a Chinese province and has threatened to use force to achieve unification. China frequently sends warplanes and naval vessels to circle the small island democracy and has been mounting an increasing number of military drills over recent years.
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The meeting took place on Wednesday in Beijing’s Great Hall, which is normally reserved for foreign leaders.
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Ma’s visit, ostensibly as the head of a student delegation, comes months after Taiwan decisively elected a government dedicated to maintaining independence.
Ma was largely excluded from his own pro-unification party’s campaign.
How China’s intimidation looms over Taiwan’s crucial election
The incoming leaders of the new government are visiting European countries friendly to Taiwan. China, one of the world’s dominant economic powers, does not enter diplomatic relations with countries that formally recognize Taiwan and has used its economic muscle to demand countries adhere to what’s known as the “One China” policy.
Taipei has been boosting relations with the United States and Japan while also maintaining close economic ties with the Chinese mainland.
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The United States has pledged to support Taiwan’s independence and criticized Beijing for its aggressive behaviour in the South China Sea.
Ma and Xi held the first meeting between leaders of their countries in 50 years in 2015. His Nationalist Party lost in the next election.
Taiwan’s formal name is the Republic of China, and the long-standing claim from China over the island stems from the 1949 flight of the defeated Republic of China government to Taiwan in 1949 after losing a civil war to Mao Zedong’s communists in what is now the People’s Republic of China.
China has begun joint exercises involving the navy, air force, missile, and ground forces around Taiwan.
The maneuvers are a "stern punishment for the separatist actions of Taiwan independence supporters and a strict warning against interference and provocations by external forces," according to statements from China.
Taiwan's military reported the approach of 33 aircraft and 31 ships from China, as reported by the island's General Staff.
On May 20, the island inaugurated its new president, Lai Ching-te.
Previously, China demanded that the U.S. refrain from organizing visits by members of Congress to Taiwan
The maneuvers are a "stern punishment for the separatist actions of Taiwan independence supporters and a strict warning against interference and provocations by external forces," according to statements from China.
Taiwan's military reported the approach of 33 aircraft and 31 ships from China, as reported by the island's General Staff.
On May 20, the island inaugurated its new president, Lai Ching-te.
Previously, China demanded that the U.S. refrain from organizing visits by members of Congress to Taiwan
“The United States should immediately cease all official engagement with Taiwan. The issue is the "first red line" in Chinese-American relations” -Liu Pengyu, spokesman for the Chinese Embassy in Washington.
This comes after the U.S. levied sanctions against Chinese companies for assisting Russias war effort
This comes after the U.S. levied sanctions against Chinese companies for assisting Russias war effort
This dude is definitely paid by China.
The US Navy is planning for possible war by 2027, when China expects it will be ready to invade Taiwan, US admiral says
The US Navy is planning for possible war by 2027, when China expects it will be ready to invade Taiwan, US admiral says
Matthew LohSep 19, 2024, 12:54 AM CDTThe US Navy has outlined a seven-target plan to boost its readiness for war by 2027, with its eye on China as Beijing ramps up its own military strength and the possibility of a Taiwan invasion looms.
Her seven goals include streamlining maintenance for warships and submarines to eliminate delays, a bigger push to develop and field drones and unmanned vessels, and focusing on recruitment and ways to retain personnel.
In a speech at the Naval War College in Rhode Island, Franchetti said the heart of her strategy was "prioritizing raising our level of readiness for potential conflict with the People's Republic of China by 2027."
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Fears of war by 2027
The 2027 deadline has been a focal point for US officials and defense chiefs, who say it was set by Chinese leader Xi Jinping as the year that China should be ready to seize Taiwan militarily.Related stories
Franchetti referenced that assessment again in her speech, saying that it's "what Chairman Xi told his forces, that they should be ready for war by 2027."
Xi has denied such claims, or even that he's set the bar at 2035, according to a senior US official who told reporters in November about the leader's conversation with President Joe Biden.
But China has increasingly stepped up aggression against Taiwan in recent years, especially after the self-governed island re-elected the Democratic Progressive Party in January. Fears of a US-China war have further been stoked by Beijing turning more hostile in its territorial disputes with Japan and US allies in the South China Sea.
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In her speech, Franchetti acknowledged that the US has other competitors to tackle, such as Russia, Iran, and Hezbollah.
But she added that the US Navy's focus would primarily be on Beijing.
"By 2027, the Navy will be more ready for sustained combat," she said. "Prioritizing the People's Republic of China as the pacing challenge and focusing on expanding the Navy's contribution to the Joint warfighting ecosystem."
The Chinese embassy in Washington did not immediately respond to a request for comment sent outside regular business hours by Business Insider.
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The US Navy's new 'North Star'
Accomplishing Franchetti's goals will be no easy feat. The admiral aims to have 80% of US naval forces ready to deploy and fight anytime.She also hopes the Navy can undertake an across-the-board repair effort for critical infrastructure like piers and runways. Another goal is to assess every fleet's command center for war readiness, starting with the Pacific Fleet, and have them up to standard by 2027.
The admiral herself acknowledged that these were stretch goals, or BHAG — big, hairy, audacious goals, as she called them in her speech.
"But I also know that moving out with purpose and urgency on these targets will deter the PRC and any other potential adversary and make us even more ready to fight and win decisively should that deterrence fail," she added.
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Franchetti pointed to one of the US Navy's more unique advantages: real and recent combat experience.
It's been watching Ukraine's fight against Russia in the Black Sea, with Franchetti noting that Kyiv has used a "combination of missiles, robotic surface vessels, and agile digital capabilities."
The fighting there has drawn particular attention to how Ukraine, considered to have no real navy in its own right, held back the Russian navy and sank some of its warships.
"We have learned a great deal about the future of war at sea," Franchetti said. "Including the role of robotic platforms, cheaper munitions, and disaggregated forces in gaining and exploiting sea control."
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The Navy has also been gleaning lessonsfrom combat against Yemen's Houthi rebels, who have for nearly a year been attacking merchant vessels in the Red Sea with drones and ballistic missiles.
Franchetti told The Associated Press in an interview on Wednesday: "I think probably no one is learning more than the Navy, because really, this is the first time we've been in a weapons engagement zone for this sustained period."
Franchetti assumed her duties as naval chief of operations in November. She previously commanded two carrier strike groups and held command of the 6th Fleet, and is the first woman to serve on the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
That’s not happeningThe US Navy is planning for possible war by 2027, when China expects it will be ready to invade Taiwan, US admiral says
The US Navy is planning for possible war by 2027, when China expects it will be ready to invade Taiwan, US admiral says
Matthew LohSep 19, 2024, 12:54 AM CDT
The US Navy has outlined a seven-target plan to boost its readiness for war by 2027, with its eye on China as Beijing ramps up its own military strength and the possibility of a Taiwan invasion looms.
Her seven goals include streamlining maintenance for warships and submarines to eliminate delays, a bigger push to develop and field drones and unmanned vessels, and focusing on recruitment and ways to retain personnel.
In a speech at the Naval War College in Rhode Island, Franchetti said the heart of her strategy was "prioritizing raising our level of readiness for potential conflict with the People's Republic of China by 2027."
Advertisement
Fears of war by 2027
The 2027 deadline has been a focal point for US officials and defense chiefs, who say it was set by Chinese leader Xi Jinping as the year that China should be ready to seize Taiwan militarily.
Related stories
Franchetti referenced that assessment again in her speech, saying that it's "what Chairman Xi told his forces, that they should be ready for war by 2027."
Xi has denied such claims, or even that he's set the bar at 2035, according to a senior US official who told reporters in November about the leader's conversation with President Joe Biden.
But China has increasingly stepped up aggression against Taiwan in recent years, especially after the self-governed island re-elected the Democratic Progressive Party in January. Fears of a US-China war have further been stoked by Beijing turning more hostile in its territorial disputes with Japan and US allies in the South China Sea.
Advertisement
In her speech, Franchetti acknowledged that the US has other competitors to tackle, such as Russia, Iran, and Hezbollah.
But she added that the US Navy's focus would primarily be on Beijing.
"By 2027, the Navy will be more ready for sustained combat," she said. "Prioritizing the People's Republic of China as the pacing challenge and focusing on expanding the Navy's contribution to the Joint warfighting ecosystem."
The Chinese embassy in Washington did not immediately respond to a request for comment sent outside regular business hours by Business Insider.
Advertisement
The US Navy's new 'North Star'
Accomplishing Franchetti's goals will be no easy feat. The admiral aims to have 80% of US naval forces ready to deploy and fight anytime.
She also hopes the Navy can undertake an across-the-board repair effort for critical infrastructure like piers and runways. Another goal is to assess every fleet's command center for war readiness, starting with the Pacific Fleet, and have them up to standard by 2027.
The admiral herself acknowledged that these were stretch goals, or BHAG — big, hairy, audacious goals, as she called them in her speech.
"But I also know that moving out with purpose and urgency on these targets will deter the PRC and any other potential adversary and make us even more ready to fight and win decisively should that deterrence fail," she added.
Advertisement
Franchetti pointed to one of the US Navy's more unique advantages: real and recent combat experience.
It's been watching Ukraine's fight against Russia in the Black Sea, with Franchetti noting that Kyiv has used a "combination of missiles, robotic surface vessels, and agile digital capabilities."
The fighting there has drawn particular attention to how Ukraine, considered to have no real navy in its own right, held back the Russian navy and sank some of its warships.
"We have learned a great deal about the future of war at sea," Franchetti said. "Including the role of robotic platforms, cheaper munitions, and disaggregated forces in gaining and exploiting sea control."
Advertisement
The Navy has also been gleaning lessonsfrom combat against Yemen's Houthi rebels, who have for nearly a year been attacking merchant vessels in the Red Sea with drones and ballistic missiles.
Franchetti told The Associated Press in an interview on Wednesday: "I think probably no one is learning more than the Navy, because really, this is the first time we've been in a weapons engagement zone for this sustained period."
Franchetti assumed her duties as naval chief of operations in November. She previously commanded two carrier strike groups and held command of the 6th Fleet, and is the first woman to serve on the Joint Chiefs of Staff.