China’s Military Holds Drills Near Taiwan Island: Here’s What Kids Need to Know 🚢
Hey there! Have you heard the news about China’s military exercises near Taiwan Island? Let’s break it down together so it’s easy to understand. 😊
What Happened?
The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) recently conducted some big military drills in the waters around Taiwan Island. These drills took place to the north, south, and east of the island.
What’s a Military Drill?
A military drill is like a practice session for the army, navy, or air force. Just like sports teams practice before a big game, armies practice to make sure they’re ready for anything.
Why Did They Do This?
China’s Ministry of National Defense says these drills are totally okay and necessary. They want to show that they’re serious about protecting their country’s unity and safety.
Who’s Involved?
The spokesperson, Zhang Xiaogang, mentioned that the drills are a response to some actions by the Taiwan authorities. He feels that some leaders in Taiwan are doing things that might cause problems between Taiwan and the Chinese mainland.
What Did the Drills Include?
On Tuesday, the PLA’s Eastern Theater Command did exercises in multiple subjects, which means they practiced different military skills. On Wednesday, a big ship called the Shandong aircraft carrier practiced simulating strikes on targets in the sea and on land east of Taiwan Island.
Why Is This Important?
The Chinese mainland sees Taiwan Island as part of its territory. They want to make sure that Taiwan doesn’t try to become independent (which means its own country). The drills are meant to show that they’re serious about keeping the country together.
Any Messages to Others?
Zhang also said that other countries should respect China’s position and not support any moves towards Taiwan’s independence. He emphasized that the PLA will keep training hard to make sure they can protect their country.
What Does This Mean for Us?
It’s important to understand what’s happening in the world. Countries sometimes have disagreements, and they use different ways to show their positions. By learning about these events, we become more aware of global news! 🌍
Reference(s):
Defense ministry: PLA's drills around Taiwan 'legitimate, necessary'
cgtn.com
