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Taiwan’s Leader Vows to Defend Nation as China Simulates Attack

Taiwan’s Leader Vows to Defend Nation as China Simulates Attack

A Chinese military ship northwest of Pengjia Island, off the coast of northern Taiwan CREDIT: AFP

Taiwan’s newly inaugurated President, Lai Ching-te, has pledged to “stand on the front lines” to protect his country. This statement comes in response to China’s surprise military drills, which are simulating direct attacks on the island nation. Addressing a military base, Lai asserted, “I will stand on the front line with our brothers and sisters […]