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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Shweta Sharma

Taiwan reveals timeline for potential full-scale China invasion

Taiwan has identified 2027 as a potential timeframe for a full-scale Chinese invasion in its largest annual defence drills amid worsening tensions in cross-strait ties.

Taiwan claims the timeline aligns with the modernisation goals set by Chinese president Xi Jinping, who has repeatedly vowed to achieve "reunification" with Taiwan, by force if necessary.

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