Reported about 1 year ago
On June 13, the Ministry of National Defense reported the movements of PLA aircraft and vessels around the Taiwan Strait, with 3 fighter jets and helicopters coming within close proximity to Taiwan's Go Lan Rostrum, about 50 nautical miles away. Retired Lieutenant General Li Zhengjie stated that the PLA aircraft posed a greater threat to the US and the Philippines due to the joint military exercises taking place on Itbayat Island. Li explained that the PLA's actions were in response to the US and Philippines' activities, specifically focusing on controlling the Bashi Channel. If President Lai Ching-te makes provocative remarks on June 16 at the Huangpu Centennial Celebration, Li speculated that China's 'Joint Sword 2024B' exercises might occur.
Source: YAHOO