China on Monday announced large-scale military drills around Taiwan, mobilizing army, navy, air, and rocket forces in what Beijing called a “serious warning” to pro-independence forces and foreign backers, according to CNN.
The exercises, named “Justice Mission-2025,” include live-fire drills and simulated blockades of key ports and airspace.
We strongly condemn the PRC’s irrational provocations and oppose the PLA’s actions that undermine regional peace.
— 國防部 Ministry of National Defense, ROC(Taiwan) 🇹🇼 (@MoNDefense) December 29, 2025
Rapid Response Exercises are underway, with forces on high alert to defend the Republic of China and protect our people.#ROCArmedForces#PeaceThroughStrength pic.twitter.com/4s10nfLO6D
China’s Eastern Theater Command said the drills aim to test combat readiness and deny access to external military forces. The China Coast Guard also launched patrols in nearby waters.
Taiwan’s government condemned the move as military intimidation and said its armed forces were on full alert to defend democratic institutions and regional stability.
Chinese state media has published an additional map showing all prior joint exercise zones around Taiwan in one image.
— Taiwan Security Monitor (@TaiwanMonitor) December 29, 2025
Yellow is the 2022 Pelosi visit exercises.
Red is the Joint Sword-2024A exercise.
Teal is today's Justice Mission 2025 exercise. pic.twitter.com/hfsF18S6yJ
The drills follow a newly announced $11.1 billion US arms package for Taiwan, which includes missile systems, drones, and artillery. Beijing sharply criticized the deal, calling it a violation of Chinese sovereignty.
Analysts told CNN the scope of the drills suggests preparation for a potential blockade scenario rather than routine training.
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