Taiwan says Chinese balloons are harassment and a threat to air safety
Saturday, 6 January 2024 Taiwan's Defence Ministry accuses China of harassment by repeatedly sending Chinese balloons over the self-governing island. The ministry's analysis found that the paths of the balloons pose a serious threat to international passenger flights. The ministry calls for an immediate end to ensure flight safety. The purpose of the balloons is unclear, and a Chinese state media outlet accuses Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party and media of hyping what it says are harmless weather balloons. China's actions come ahead of Taiwan's January 13 presidential election.
On January 2, the Taiwanese defence ministry reported the passage of three Chinese balloons across Taiwan Island and in proximity to an air base. This marks the initial instance of such balloon activity over the island, following recent reports of similar occurrences in the Taiwan Strait last month....
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Saturday, 6 January 2024
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