PLA Taiwan Drills 2025: Beijing Retaliates Against Record US Arms Sale
On Dec 29, 2025, China launched the PLA Taiwan drills 2025 following a record US arms sale. Meanwhile, Cambodia and Thailand agree to resume government exchanges.
The ink on the massive defense contract was barely dry before fighter jets took to the skies. Following Washington’s approval of its largest-ever arms deal with Taiwan, China responded with an immediate show of force.
PLA Taiwan Drills 2025: A Direct Response to Washington
According to the South China Morning Post, the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) launched extensive military exercises around Taiwan on December 29, 2025. Beijing labeled the drills as "legitimate and necessary" to safeguard national sovereignty. This move comes in direct retaliation to Washington's recent approval of a record-breaking arms sale to the island, further escalating tensions in the Asia-Pacific region.
Diplomatic Thaw: Cambodia and Thailand Resume Exchanges
While East Asia faces rising friction, Cambodia and Thailand are taking steps toward rapprochement. The two nations have agreed to resume high-level exchanges following a successful bilateral meeting. This agreement aims to normalize ties and foster cooperation on border security and trade, providing a rare moment of regional stability amidst global uncertainty.
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