China recently held large military exercises near Taiwan. These drills were named "Justice Mission 2025." They were meant to practice surprise attacks and blockading Taiwan. China calls this "reunification." The exercises show Beijing's strong desire to control Taiwan. These actions have made other countries worried about peace in the region.
The drills started on Monday. On Tuesday, many missiles were fired into the sea near Taiwan. President Xi Jinping says Taiwan must join mainland China. He calls this a historical step that cannot be stopped. The exercises are a warning to people in Taiwan who want independence. They are also a warning to other countries that China thinks are interfering. China wants to show it is serious about its territory.
These events happen when global tensions are high. The United States recently approved a large arms sale to Taiwan. China sees this as a provocation. Therefore, China believes it needs to be ready for military action. A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson, Lin Jian, said the drills are to stop "Taiwan independence." He also said it sends a message to Taiwan's government.
Other countries are also concerned about China's actions. Australia has spoken to Chinese officials. Australia said it is worried about actions that could cause conflict. They believe problems should be solved by talking, not by force. Many countries feel the same way about the Taiwan Strait.
Taiwan's Ministry of Defence watched the drills closely. Most people in Taiwan continued their normal lives. They are used to China's military displays. However, they know the situation is serious. The military drills, talks between countries, and arms sales show the region is tense. China seems determined to take Taiwan. The next few months will be important to see what happens.