Taiwan Worries Chinese Military Drills Raise Risk of Accidental Conflict

Taiwan is concerned about the increased frequency of Chinese military activities around the island raising the risk of accidental conflict.
Dozens of Chinese aircraft, drones, bombers, warships have been operating near Taiwan in recent weeks.
China conducts such drills to assert its sovereignty claims over Taiwan, which it views as its territory.
Taiwan worries about the risks from China's naval, air and weapons activities increasing near the island.
Both Taiwan and China need to be careful to avoid sparking an accidental clash from the military activities.

reuters.com

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