Taiwan’s defence ministry said on Saturday that it detected a sharp increase in Chinese military activity around the island, marking the busiest period in nearly a year. Officials said they tracked 39 Chinese aircraft and six naval vessels in the 24 hours ending at 6 a.m. local time.

The ministry did not say the aircraft or ships crossed into Taiwan’s territory, but the scale of the activity reflects continued pressure from Beijing across the Taiwan Strait. China has stepped up military drills and patrols in recent years, while Taipei has repeatedly warned that these moves raise the risk of miscalculation.

The latest figures come as regional security concerns remain elevated in the Indo-Pacific, where tensions between China and Taiwan continue to shape military planning and diplomacy. Taiwan’s government has sought to document these activities publicly as part of its effort to highlight the scope of the challenge it faces.

No further details were immediately provided about the type of aircraft involved or whether the activity was linked to any announced exercise. Reuters reported the figures based on Taiwan’s official statement.