东部战区重磅海报发布 海报中 2块“盾牌”卡住两条重要通道 专家：警告意味浓烈

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Eastern Theater Command is conducting military exercises named "Justice Mission-2025" starting December 29, showcasing its military strength in response to the unprecedented $11.1 billion arms sale from the U.S. to Taiwan, which includes 82 sets of HIMARS systems [1][3]. Group 1 - The Eastern Theater Command has organized forces from the army, navy, air force, and rocket force around the Taiwan Strait and surrounding areas for the exercises [1]. - Military experts emphasize that the PLA's display of strength serves as a warning against the recent U.S. arms sales to Taiwan, indicating that no amount of military purchases can withstand the PLA's capabilities [3]. - The exercise's promotional materials feature two large shields positioned strategically to block key maritime routes, highlighting the PLA's intent to control supply lines and deter external military interference [4]. Group 2 - The shields depicted in the promotional materials are designed with a blade-like bottom, symbolizing a dual purpose of defense and offense, aimed at thwarting Taiwan independence efforts and external forces [4]. - The Chinese Ministry of Defense has reiterated that Taiwan is an integral part of China, asserting that the resolution of the Taiwan issue is a matter for the Chinese people, and the PLA will not hesitate to defend national sovereignty [4].