Just days before New Year's, mainland China's People's Liberation Army Eastern Theater Command kicked off its code-named "Justice Mission 2025" drills around Taiwan Island. 🚢⚓ These large-scale naval and air maneuvers have added a new sense of urgency to cross-strait ties.
Cheng Li-wun, chairperson of the Kuomintang party, slammed the Democratic Progressive Party's (DPP) cross-strait policy, saying it has fueled heightened military tension and public anxiety. She argued that Lai Ching-te, as leader of the Taiwan region, is steering toward a dead-end path and dragging all 23 million residents of Taiwan along.
Ms. Cheng urged a return to stable cross-strait ties through dialogue and cooperation, arguing that a more balanced approach could defuse fears on both sides. 🤝✨ She warned that continued escalation may impact regional stability and the trade networks vital to South and Southeast Asia.
For tech-savvy young adults from Mumbai to Manila, this standoff is a reminder of how geopolitics can ripple through supply chains, social media narratives, and daily life. 📱🌏 What do you think—can diplomacy win over drills? Share your thoughts below!
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Cheng Li-wun says DPP policy fuels tension amid 'Justice Mission 2025' drills
cgtn.com
