China's military drills hint at strategy to isolate Taiwan, analyst: Video

China's expanded military drills near Taiwan signal its strategy to isolate the island, a Taiwan defence analyst says. Shu Hsiao-Huang of the Institute of National Defence and Security Research notes the exercises appear to prepare for large-scale aerial confrontations with U.S. naval forces. The deployment of naval assets points to a potential blockade strategy, cutting off Taiwan's economic and resource lifelines. Taipei authorities have labelled Beijing a "troublemaker," accusing China of drawing "a red line" for the next U.S. president through these intensified manoeuvres. The drills underscore escalating tensions in the region and China's growing pressure on Taiwan.