China conducted large, unannounced military drills around Taiwan and across the western Pacific in e
· Taiwan, Taiwan
China conducted large, unannounced military drills around Taiwan and across the western Pacific in early November, which Taiwanese officials described as “silent intimidation.” More than 100 Chinese military and coast guard vessels participated at the peak, rehearsing simulated attacks, blockade scenarios and broader regional operations. A Chinese submarine also reportedly launched an intercontinental ballistic missile. Around 70 vessels remained active on Friday, November 13. The drills came ahead of next week's APEC summit in Shenzhen, where Trump and Xi are expected to meet.