Taiwan does not seek military confrontation, says President
The Hindu
Tsai Ing-wen said that Taiwan hopes for a peaceful, stable, predictable and mutually-beneficial coexistence with its neighbours
Taiwan does not seek military confrontation, but will do whatever it takes to defend its freedom, President Tsai Ing-wen said on October 8, amid a rise in tensions with China that has sparked alarm around the world.
Taiwan, claimed by China as its own territory, reported close to 150 Chinese air force aircraft over a four-day period beginning October 1, though those missions have since ended.
Taiwan has complained for more than a year of such activities, which it views as "grey zone warfare", designed to wear out Taiwan's armed forces and test their ability to respond.
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