Taiwan Reports Resumption of Large-Scale Chinese Military Flights After Hiatus

Taiwan reported a return of large-scale Chinese military aircraft activity around the island after an unexplained absence of over two weeks, with 26 aircraft detected recently, mainly in the Taiwan Strait. The lull coincided with China's legislative meeting and speculation about Beijing recalibrating pressure ahead of U.S. President Trump's planned China visit. China criticized Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te for advocating increased defense spending. Taiwan maintains that Chinese military threats persist despite the temporary reduction in flights.