In recent days, Taiwan has reported an increase in Chinese 'combat patrols' near its waters, leading to concerns of heightened tensions between Taiwan and China. These patrols come just ahead of the crucial China-US talks, raising questions about the possible motivations behind China's military activities.
Taiwan, a self-governing island that operates under its own political and military systems, has long been a source of contention for China. Beijing views Taiwan as a renegade province and has never ruled out using force to bring it under its control.