China's military carried out its third day of 'combat readiness patrols' near the self-governing island of Taiwan in retribution for Taiwanese leaders meeting with U.S. officials.
The Hudson Institute has been sanctioned by China. Hudson Senior fellow Rebeccah Heinrichs says the U.S. must prevent Chinese aggression by providing weapons to Taiwan.Taiwanese militaryThe aggressive move came after two days of similar military displays Beijing sent near the island of 22 million people – actions made in retaliation for ongoing meetings between the U.S. and Taiwanese officials. China’s Foreign Ministry has sharply criticized these meetings and has claimed the U.S.
The Taiwanese military said missile defense systems were activated and air and sea patrols were sent out to track the PLA aircraft on all three days. Military boats from Taiwan's Amphibious Reconnaissance and Patrol Unit patrol the Matsu Islands on April 9, 2023.
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