China's Persistent Military Drills Near Taiwan Spark Tensions

China may continue its military drills near Taiwan after the current phase ends, involving mock attacks and ship inspections. Taiwanese security officials report increased activities, heightening regional tensions.

China could launch further military drills after the current one near Taiwan is over, having so far staged a series of exercises including mock attacks on Taiwanese and foreign ships, Taiwanese security officials said on Thursday.

Some Chinese coast guard boats near Taiwan also conducted mock ship-boarding and inspection drills, the officials said, speaking anonymously given the sensitivity of the situation.