Taiwan dispatches forces to areas around island after China starts 'punishment' drills
SUMMARY
Taiwan's military mobilized in response to China's two-day "punishment" drills around the island, triggered by the inauguration of Taiwan's new president, Lai Ching-te, whom Beijing views as a "separatist." These exercises, involving the PLA's army, navy, air force, and rocket force, span the Taiwan Strait and areas near Taiwan-controlled islands. Taiwan's defense ministry condemned the drills, asserting confidence in its defense capabilities.
