China launches patrol, military exercise around Taiwan island
09 Apr 2023 09:50am
The patrol and exercises took place in the maritime areas and airspace of the Taiwan Strait - AFP
The patrol and exercises took place in the maritime areas and airspace of the Taiwan Strait, off the northern and southern coasts of the island, and to the island's east, said Shi Yi, a spokesperson for the command, said Xinhua.
These operations serve as a stern warning against the collusion between separatist forces seeking "Taiwan independence" and external forces and against their provocative activities, said Shi, adding that the operations are necessary for safeguarding China's national sovereignty and territorial integrity. - Bernama/Xinhua
