Taiwan Prepares for Potential Chinese Aggression with Rapid-Response Drills

The five-day exercises focus on countering China's military buildup and readiness to transition drills into combat, as Taiwan eyes a potential invasion by 2027.

Taiwan's military is conducting a five-day rapid-response exercise to enhance readiness against potential Chinese attacks or gray-zone tactics.
China recently deployed 59 military planes and warships near Taiwan, citing punitive measures against Taiwan's leadership for promoting 'independence.'
Taiwan's Defense Minister emphasized that the Chinese military can transition from drills to combat faster than previously assumed.
Taiwan is preparing for a possible invasion by 2027, a timeline that aligns with China's military modernization goals and U.S. intelligence assessments.
President Lai Ching-te has committed to raising defense spending to 3% of GDP to strengthen Taiwan's military capabilities.