China conducted military drills near Taiwan in April 2025 amid an ongoing PLA purge. Taiwan's intelligence says the drills aimed to counter U.S. influence and show unity. Read our in-depth analysis of the geopolitical and domestic motives.
The U.S. is intensifying military activity in the Indo-Pacific to counter China's growing influence, focusing on Taiwan, strategic alliances, and new operational strategies. Analysts highlight the U.S.'s evolving deterrence approach amid regional tensions.
