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  1. The PLA/Chinese Mainland is pressuring Taiwan, compelling it to conduct readiness drills.
  2. Defense industry reports detail the PLA's arms race, potential island defense strategies, and targeting of Taiwan.

PLA Navy and Coast Guard expand operations in Taiwan's EEZ, while Philip S. Davidson predicts 2027 as the year of seizure capability.

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 14
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PLA Navy and Coast Guard expand operations in Taiwan's EEZ, while Philip S. Davidson predicts 2027 as the year of seizure capability.

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  1. PLA vessels were observed operating around Taiwan territory on January 1, 2026.Sub-event
  2. PLA expands operations in Taiwan's EEZ; Davidson predicts 2027 seizure capability.1 source

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