Taiwan Military on High Alert Amid Chinese Ships Near Island

• Taiwan’s military is on high alert due to the detection of Chinese warships near the island.

• The Taiwanese Defence Ministry also spotted Chinese coast guard vessels.

• Beijing’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) has restricted airspace off the Chinese coast.

• Intense speculation exists about China launching military exercises in response to President Lai’s U.S. visits.

• The Ministry of National Defense in Taipei initiated combat readiness drills, adjusting for enemy threats, weather conditions, and tactical positioning.