Washington approved a defence bill last month that will set up a military modernisation programme to help Taiwan deter PLA aggression. Photo: EPA-EFE
PLA escalates drills near Taiwan to deter closer US ties, but analysts warn approach could backfire
- Beijing ramps up combat patrols this month after Washington increases military aid to the island
- While intimidation campaign aims to send message to Taiwanese public, observers say it could drive support for US-Taiwan defence collaboration
Washington approved a defence bill last month that will set up a military modernisation programme to help Taiwan deter PLA aggression. Photo: EPA-EFE
