In response to queries regarding PLA drills near Taiwan, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning clarified during a press conference that Taiwan does not have a defense ministry.
Mao emphasized that Taiwan is an integral part of Chinese territory, and the Taiwan issue is China’s internal affair.
She highlighted that China will staunchly protect its national sovereignty and territorial integrity amidst reports of mainland vessels near Taiwan.
These actions come amid rising tensions between China and Taiwan, with the PLA allegedly restricting airspace along the mainland coast.