China military report says PLA preparing Taiwan blockade
By The BriefBrief
Taiwan’s defence ministry warned that the People’s Liberation Army is stepping up preparations for a blockade of the island. The ministry cited its “2026 China Military Power Report,” submitted to the legislature this week alongside a five-year force development plan and next year’s defence budget.
WHO:Taiwan’s defence ministry
WHAT:Warned that the PLA is stepping up preparations for a blockade of Taiwan and sharpening plans to break such a cordon
WHEN:Reported Aug 31, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE:Taiwan
WHY:The warning was triggered by the PLA’s reported increase in preparations for a blockade of Taiwan.
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