Data Visualization | Chinese Military Activity Near Taiwan

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Chinese Military Activity Near Taiwan

Since 2021, China has demonstrated heightened aggression toward Taiwan by conducting air and naval military exercises in and around the Taiwan Strait, including crossing the median line that separates the two countries. These exercises frequently are China's responses to perceived provocations.

Key Events

Years

Chinese military branch

PLAAF Activity

Total Activity

Total Activity (30-day avg.)

Crossed Median Line (30-day avg.)

Note: This page was originally published August 11, 2025.

Source: Ministry of National Defense, ROC (Taiwan).

Design and Development: Data visualization by John W. Fleming and Jay Simon. Research by Brent Sadler .