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August 8, 2022

China Extends Military Drills Near Taiwan After Pelosi's Trip
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Tensions remain high in the Taiwan Strait, where China has extended its
largest-ever military drills in the region following last week's visit
to Taiwan by U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. On Sunday, China ended
live-fire exercises, but it is continuing to carry out drills simulating
anti-submarine attacks and sea raids. In addition, China has suspended
talks with the United States on a number of issues, including the
climate crisis, anti-drug efforts and military relations, due to what it
called Pelosi's "egregious provocations."


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