Eight Chinese navy ships remain in the waters around Taiwan, the island’s defense ministry said on Tuesday after the end of three days of war games, as Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen criticized Beijing for its “irresponsible” behavior. | Reuters
Taiwan’s government has repeatedly denounced the drills.
China simulated precision attacks and blockades of Taiwan during the drills, sending up dozens of fighter jets and bombers. The ministry published a map showing that on Monday Chinese aircraft crossed the Taiwan Strait’s median line, which normally serves as an unofficial barrier, to its north and centre.It also showed 15 carrier-based J-15s, most likely flying from China’s Shandong aircraft carrier, flying east of Taiwan. Taiwan has been tracking the Shandong in the Western Pacific since last week.
The exercises have also caused concern in Japan, especially as its southern islands sit close to Taiwan and could become caught up in a conflict. China appeared to have shown an “uncompromising attitude” regarding Taiwan issues through the drills, Hamada told reporters.
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