Hey everyone! 🚀 At 1 p.m. this Tuesday (Dec 30, 2025), the Chinese People's Liberation Army’s Eastern Theater Command kicked off some serious live-fire drills in the waters south of Taiwan Island. This wasn’t just a routine exercise – ground troops teamed up with the Navy, Air Force, and Rocket Force for a simulated long-range joint strike.
Senior Captain Li Xi, spokesperson for the Eastern Theater Command, confirmed the drills achieved their desired effects. In plain terms, the units practiced coordinating across land, sea, and air using real ammo to sharpen response times and precision.
Why should you care? In a region where shipping lanes are lifelines for trade – think electronics from Singapore, gadgets headed to Mumbai, or semiconductors crossing the South China Sea – any new military activity can send ripples through markets and politics.
For tech-savvy youth watching global trends, these drills highlight how modern militaries integrate high-tech assets like long-range rockets and drones to project power. It’s a reminder: staying informed matters, whether you’re tracking the next big startup or understanding the geopolitics that shape our digital world.
We’ll keep an eye on any updates. Stay tuned and drop your thoughts below! 👇
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PLA conducts long-range live-fire drills to south of Taiwan Island
cgtn.com
