Taiwan’s defence ministry said Chinese forces carried out live-fire drills in waters close to the island, calling the move a serious provocation that raises security risks across the region. The exercises come amid already strained ties and renewed concern over Beijing’s military pressure on Taiwan.

Authorities in Taipei said the drills underscore the growing danger posed by repeated Chinese military activity around the island. Such operations have become a recurring source of tension, with Taiwan warning that they threaten stability in the Taiwan Strait and beyond.

The latest development adds to broader uncertainty in the Indo-Pacific, where military signaling and territorial disputes continue to shape relations between China, Taiwan, and regional partners. Reuters reported that the exercise took place near Taiwan at a time of heightened diplomatic and security sensitivity.

The incident is likely to deepen concern among governments watching for any escalation that could affect civilian safety, trade routes, and regional security. Taiwan has repeatedly urged Beijing to step back from actions it says increase the risk of miscalculation.