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Taiwan completes annual military exercises focused on possible Chinese invasion scenarios

Taiwan's armed forces have concluded the annual Han Kuang exercises, emphasizing realistic combat scenarios amid rising tensions with China.

14 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Taiwan's armed forces concluded their annual military exercises known as Han Kuang today. This edition particularly focused on realistic combat scenarios, reflecting the increasing military pressure from China on the island.

The exercises were conducted amid heightened tensions in the region, with Taiwanese authorities preparing their forces for potential threats from China.

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