U.S. Urges China to Halt ‘Provocative’ Flybys Near Taiwan

The video discusses China's recent military activities near Taiwan, highlighting over 90 aircraft entering Taiwan's air defense identification zone over a weekend, setting a new record. The air defense zone is not Taiwan's airspace but a self-declared area extending into China. The increase in Chinese flights, especially in the South China Sea, raises concerns for Taiwan's Defense Ministry. The US and Taiwan view these actions as provocations. The Global Times suggests such flights may become a regular feature of China's National Day celebrations.

What was significant about the number of Chinese aircraft incursions during China's National Day celebrations?

• It was the first time Chinese aircraft entered Taiwan's airspace.

• The number of incursions set a new single-day record.

• The incursions were part of a peacekeeping mission.

• The incursions were conducted by civilian aircraft.

How is Taiwan's Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) different from its airspace?

• The ADIZ is only applicable to commercial flights.

• The ADIZ is a part of Taiwan's airspace.

• The ADIZ is internationally recognized and treaty-bound.

• The ADIZ is self-declared and extends beyond Taiwan's airspace.

Why is the southwest portion of Taiwan's ADIZ particularly concerning?

• It is the only part of the ADIZ that is internationally recognized.

• It is the closest point to the Chinese mainland.

• It is the most heavily militarized area in the region.

• It cuts Taiwan off from some islands it controls in the South China Sea.

How have the United States and Taiwan described the recent Chinese incursions?

• As a military provocation.

• As a diplomatic gesture.

• As a routine military exercise.

• As a humanitarian mission.

What did the editor of the Global Times suggest about future Chinese flights into Taiwan's ADIZ?

• They may become a regular feature of China's National Day celebrations.

• They will decrease significantly.

• They will be replaced by naval exercises.

• They will be conducted in collaboration with Taiwan.