Taiwan ‘prepares for war’ with China who warns 'military action' over Pelosi visit

TAIWAN is reportedly "preparing for war" with China after Beijing vowed to impose a no fly zone in a bid to scupper Nancy Pelosi's visit.

The US Speaker of the House's proposed trip has exacerbated the already fragile relationship between Washington and Beijing.

Despite Pelosi refusing to confirm whether she will stop by Taiwan on her tour of Asia, China is preparing to disrupt her route at all costs.

The nation has already warned they will not "sit idly by" while the US interferes in their pursuit of regaining control of the disputed territory.

The Chinese government and military strongly object all foreign visits and shows of support for Taiwan - but the House Speaker's trip has struck an explosive chord due to her vocal criticism of the nation.

As officials fear the tensions could escalate into an international crisis, Taiwanese soldiers are reportedly being called back from leave.

According to local media, troops have been told to "immediately prepare for war" while air defence forces are said to have been mobilised in anticipation.

In response to Pelosi's proposed visit, China have amped up military drills close to the self-governing island to make their stance known.

Chinese military exercises will continue in the South China Sea throughout this week, after US warships scrambled to the ocean.

Four J-16 Chinese fighter jets entered Taiwan's air defence identification zone on Monday.

It comes amid rumours Pelosi will arrive in Taiwan's capital, Taipei, Tuesday evening, where she is expected to stay overnight.

She will likely have to make a clandestine arrival on the island if the trip goes ahead.

China is now considering establishing a no fly zone in the Taiwan Straits to stop Pelosi's plane from landing on the island, according to the Global Times.

Beijing-based naval expert Wang Yunfei said: "Such a measure is pretty severe - it warns of the worst situation first.

"Otherwise the consequences will be at the US' own risk."

The retired PLA Navy officer said the aircraft Pelosi may travel in could even be surrounded by Chinese military planes tracking and monitoring her movements.

Continue reading
Taiwan ‘prepares for war’ with China after Beijing vows to impose ‘no-fly zone’ stoking WW3 fears over Pelosi visit

The Sun newspaper brings you the latest breaking news videos and explainers from the UK and around the world

Become a Sun Subscriber and hit the bell to be the first to know

#Taiwan #China #US

[baldymeek]

i think we should just put these leaders in a room with each other hand them what ever weapon they want and let them go at it and leave every one els out of it

[mattnuevo]

If this war kicks off you can imagine the cost of everything going up.

[JD-jurl]

Put all leaders into a cage together to fight it out, so tired of all this bs bothering normale people trying to have a decent life.

[randomman]

These leaders act like little childrens can't even seat down to have a conversation what a shame

[castleromeo]

No doubt China will take advantage of Russo-Ukraine situation, it’s too good of an opportunity to pass on. Really living through 4 once in a life time events

[Chaldon-hlyk]

"China's final warning" is a Russian proverb used ironically to refer to a warning that carries no real consequences.

[maninredhelm]

Never in two thousand years would I have thought Nancy Pelosi would be the next Helen of Troy, "the face that launched a thousand ships."

[garyphillips]

All planned years ago when they stood around a giant owl in robes

[joegardener]

China needs 2 grow up a bit and put an end to this rubbish

[davidknichal]

All owners of American weapon factories are the happiest people right now

[TheReferrer]

Thanks Covid for lowering the intelligence and empathy of our leaders.

[xi]

Ukraine 2.0
"dont fear, im with you. and i will fight till one last taiwanese" __US

[huoyeh]

a 79-year-old grandpa is sending an 82-year-old grandma to DIEwan province for a visit. which might provoke a war, both of them finished 90% of their lifespan!! and yet they will ruin all other young lives in this world.

[davieboy]

That's what was the plan from the start..

[mrHBarry]

Imagine the outrage in China if the USA treatened to shoot down a plane carrying a Chineese official.

[eddiecorleone]

I get it that the majority of Americans have no clue what was agreed in 1972 accord between the US and China but I expect our Speaker of the House to know better.

For those of you who have no clue on what our agreement was between US and China in 1972. Here is a part of the agreement.
"The United States of America recognizes the Government of the People's Republic of China as the sole legal Government of China."
"There is but one China and Taiwan is part of China."

Imagine if Russia just tear up the contract they sold Alaska to the US in 1867 and take Alaska back, what would we do?

[albertthomas]

The US and Foreign Companies needs to transfer all economic enterprises to other more worthy Asian countries.. China has proven that it is no longer worthy of the huge Foreign investments made in the Country..

[nbgoodiscore]

-Pelosi visits Taiwan
China: "That's a next level threat!"

[Acrow]

China is now beginning training exercises around Taiwan, reminds me of when Russian began training exercises on the border of Ukraine

[ryanr]

yeah sure this is their last warning since the last warning!!!