Chinese Tank Landing Ship Spotted Off Northern Taiwan Ahead of Major Military Drills
Chinese Tank Landing Ship Spotted Off Northern Taiwan Ahead of Major Military Drills

Chinese Tank Landing Ship Spotted Off Northern Taiwan Ahead of Major Military Drills

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A Chinese Type 072A amphibious landing ship was detected within 60 nautical miles northeast of Keelung, Taiwan, marking an unusually close approach to a key northern naval base. Taiwan's Defense Ministry and Navy Chief of Staff Chiu Chun-jung confirmed that the vessel, capable of carrying 10 tanks, 250 troops, two helicopters, and four landing craft, was closely monitored by joint intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance assets. Experts noted this presence as a rare and provocative maneuver likely aimed at testing Taiwan's surveillance and response capabilities near critical infrastructure. In response to increasing threats, Taiwan will conduct an unprecedented 10-day Han Kuang military exercise starting July 9, integrating continuous live-fire drills with civilian survival training to enhance both military readiness and societal resilience against potential Chinese aggression. The expanded drills reflect lessons learned from previous years and underscore Taiwan's strategic emphasis on decentralized military operations and comprehensive civilian-military coordination amid rising cross-strait tensions. Authorities have also warned of penalties for non-compliance with civil defense measures during these extensive exercises.

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