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Taiwan Boosts Military Readiness Amid Rising China Threat

12/20/2025

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Taiwan's military, the Republic of China armed forces, expands training in decentralized command and control.
Defense officials warn China can transition from exercises to actual combat.
A report to lawmakers says the People's Liberation Army (PLA) has intensified drills toward routine training.
This evolution could shorten Taiwan's response time and raise risk of sudden strikes.
Taiwan will activate a response center and conduct immediate readiness drills against PLA actions.

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Story summary

Taiwan's military, the Republic of China armed forces, expands training in decentralized command and control.
Defense officials warn China can transition from exercises to actual combat.
A report to lawmakers says the People's Liberation Army (PLA) has intensified drills toward routine training.
This evolution could shorten Taiwan's response time and raise risk of sudden strikes.
Taiwan will activate a response center and conduct immediate readiness drills against PLA actions.