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1. The People's Liberation Army begins military drills around the island of Taiwan as a simulation of invasion, warning against interference and punishment for electing President of the Republic of China Lai Ching-te, whom it considers a separatist. Taiwan mobilizes its military in response.
   2024-05-23 13:45:17 (First version)
2. The People's Liberation Army begins two days of military drills around the island of Taiwan. Taiwan mobilizes its military in response.
   2024-05-24 02:38:18 (Update)
3. China's People's Liberation Army begins two days of military drills around Taiwan. In response, Taiwan mobilizes its military.
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