Heightened Tensions: China-Taiwan Military Maneuvers and Global Reactions

Taiwan's Defence Ministry reported monitoring missile tests by China's Rocket Force in Inner Mongolia, increasing air force alertness. Despite unclear motives, China's military activities around Taiwan remain intense. The US helps Taiwan's defense, with recent arms sales. Russian-Chinese naval drills further illustrate rising geopolitical tensions and NATO's rebuke of China for supporting Russia.

Taiwan's Defence Ministry stated on Saturday that it monitored several waves of missile test-firing by China's missile unit in a region over 1,600 kilometers from the self-ruled island. In response, Taiwan's air force heightened its alertness, reflecting the growing military tensions.

The democratic island of Taiwan, viewed by China as a breakaway province, experiences increased military activities from the mainland. Recently, Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te called for peaceful relations, urging China to halt military threats. The situation remains tense with repeated incursions by Chinese warplanes.

On a related front, Russian warships arrived in China's Guangdong province for joint naval drills, showcasing a strategic military partnership. These developments come amid NATO's criticism of China for its support towards Russia, adding to the escalating geopolitical friction between major global powers.

(With inputs from agencies.)