Reported about 1 year ago
On July 7, 2024, Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense reported detecting 15 flights of Chinese aircraft and 10 Chinese vessels disturbing Taiwan on the 6th. Reports indicated that the Chinese Hainan aircraft carrier formation maneuvered through the Bashi Strait into the western Pacific for half a day before returning. On the same day, aviation enthusiasts observed a U.S. MQ-4C 'Poseidon' drone taking off from Naha Air Base in Japan and circling offshore Taitung for hours before returning. Experts suggest the drone was likely monitoring Chinese naval activities. The upcoming 'Han Guang 40' exercise from the 22nd to the 26th will involve anti-aircraft drills at 12 locations in Taiwan. Scholars noted the exercise's focus on coordinated defense and the importance of regional defense. The drill aims to prevent enemy forces from taking control of key locations and launching subsequent attacks.
Source: YAHOO