2023-04-24 14:31:00
Taiwan keeps a close eye A Chinese aircraft carrier fleet hangs near the island.
Taiwan keeps a close eye – April 24 Archyde.comTaiwan’s defense ministry has been closely monitoring the movement of Chinese military aircraft carriers 120 nautical miles southeast of Taiwan.
The Taiwanese military’s move comes behind an aircraft carrier fleet that includes Shandong ships. China’s only aircraft carrier as flagship sails through Bashi Strait (between Taiwan and the Philippines) to the Pacific Ocean to participate in maneuver missions.
The Shandong ship sailed through the strait to coincide with a meeting of Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen and new Republican Congresswoman Kevin McCarthy. together in the city of Los Angeles California United States
Later, the Chinese army announced the start of military exercises in the Pacific after President Tsai returned to Taiwan.
Taiwan’s defense ministry said in a statement that China’s aircraft carrier fleet remained in the Pacific to participate in maneuver missions about 120 nautical miles southeast of Cape Eluanbi, the southernmost tip of the island. 220 km.
Taiwan official confirmed that The Taiwanese Armed Forces are closely monitoring the fleet’s movements and are making appropriate preparations in case of unforeseen incidents.
The report states that In previous Chinese military exercises, China demonstrated its might by launching warplanes from an aircraft carrier Shandong. The Shandong also sailed through the Taiwan Strait hours before the meeting between President Tsai. with US leaders in March past too
The Chinese authorities regard Taiwan as an indivisible part of China. China has tried to use its influence in both international politics and the military to force Taiwan to be isolated from the international community. for the Taiwanese to submit to China’s wishes
However, Taiwan still has an important ally like the United States. It has an obligation under US law to help Taiwan defend itself from military aggression. And Taiwan’s female leader insists that the people of Taiwan can only determine the future of the island.
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