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May 23, 2024

China Starts Major Military Drills Around Taiwan After Inauguration of New President
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China has launched two days of military drills around Taiwan, just days
after the self-governing territory inaugurated its new president.
Chinese state media said the military exercises will "serve as a strong
punishment for the separatist acts of Taiwan independence forces."
Taiwanese President William Lai Ching-te responded to the news by saying
he will strengthen Taiwan's army and "continue to defend the values of
democracy, protecting regional peace and stability."


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