China has decided to achieve a “peaceful reunification” with Taiwan and will take “decisive steps” to fight against the island’s independence. xinhua.
China plans to adhere to the One China principle and the 1992 Consensus, an agreement recognizing China’s unity.
Earlier, the Taiwanese army detected 13 Chinese Army Air Force (PLA) aircraft and three Chinese warships approaching the island. In this respect says From Taiwan Ministry of Defense.
It was stated that the ships did not cross the so-called midline of the Taiwan Strait. The Taiwanese military responded by establishing an air patrol and deploying anti-aircraft missile systems.
The Chinese government’s report stated that the PRC will decisively fight “Taiwan independence” and support the reunification of the homeland in 2023.
In 2022, China increased its defense spending by 7.1%. Its military budget was $229.5 billion.