Taiwan's vice president seeks to prevent conflict with China
- Taiwan conducted its largest military exercise with over 22,000 participants to simulate defense against a potential Chinese invasion.
- Taiwan's vice president emphasized the need for communication with China without provoking confrontation.
- The heightened military posture reflects Taiwan's ongoing struggle to maintain sovereignty amidst increasing Chinese threats.
In Taiwan, authorities have been increasingly wary of the military threats posed by China, especially in light of the ongoing geopolitical tensions. In July 2025, the island hosted its largest military exercise to date, aimed at preparing for a potential invasion. The Han Kuang military drill involved over 22,000 reservists practicing various defensive maneuvers, indicating Taiwan's urgency in maintaining sovereignty amidst pressure from Beijing. This year's exercise included tactical drills in urban environments and the strategizing of response efforts against a simulated Chinese assault. The exercise was viewed through the lens of a critical timeline highlighted by Admiral Philip Davidson, who predicted a likelihood of invasion attempts by China as early as 2027. This timeframe has been seen as a strategic benchmark for Taiwan and its allies, including the United States. Despite the significant scale of the exercises, U.S. military participation was noticeably absent, a continuing trend under the policy of