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Why is Taiwan holding drills?

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Taiwan is holding unprecedented military drills to prepare both its military and civilian population for the possibility of conflict with China, amid increased Chinese military activity and warnings of a potential invasion. The exercises are longer, less scripted, and now occur in public spaces to enhance public awareness and readiness.

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Taiwan holds unprecedented military drills

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  • Taiwan holds unprecedented military drills in public spaces, including subways and busy streets.
  • The drills are longer, less scripted, and designed to prepare civilians for potential conflict with China. 44s
  • U.S.-supplied military equipment is prominently displayed during the exercises. 19s
  • Simulated missile attacks prompt civilians to seek shelter and participate in emergency procedures. 1m 53s
  • Some Taiwanese express uncertainty about U.S. support in the event of conflict, while leaders stress the need for self-reliance. 2m 45s
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Taiwan holds unprecedented military drills
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CNN
18 hours ago
Taiwan holds unprecedented military drills

Taiwan holds military drills every year, but this year they're twice as long, largely unscripted, and for the first time happening in crowded, everyday spaces to prepare civilians for the possibility of a war with China.

Taiwan holds unprecedented military drills
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CNN
18 hours ago
Taiwan holds unprecedented military drills

Officials say the drills aim to let citizens know about the possibility of war and prepare them for it, as China is also increasing its readiness.

Taiwan holds unprecedented military drills
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CNN
18 hours ago
Taiwan holds unprecedented military drills

U.S. officials say Chinese leader Xi Jinping has told PLA leaders to be ready to invade Taiwan by 2027, prompting Taiwan to conduct these drills as a dress rehearsal for war.

Taiwan runs largest defence drills in preparation for Chinese attack
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France 24
3 days ago
Taiwan runs largest defence drills in preparation for Chinese attack

The entire Taiwanese public must embrace the concept of all-out defence, with drills now including evacuation exercises in supermarkets and public places to prepare ordinary civilians for potential conflict.

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