The Taiwanese government has detected six Chinese balloons near the island and off its shores, according to an update from the country's Defense Ministry.

Taiwanese Government Discovers Chinese Balloons Near Island
The Taiwanese government has detected six Chinese balloons near the island and off its shores, according to an update from the country's Defense Ministry. The balloons were seen at different altitudes, with one of them traveling directly over Taiwan.

Military Pressure From China
This detection comes as Beijing continues to exert military pressure in an effort to assert its claim of sovereignty over the self-governed island.

Increased Military Presence Near Taiwan
The balloons join nine Chinese military aircraft, six warships, and two official ships that were also detected near Taiwan within the same period. This increased military presence is part of China's efforts to intimidate Taiwan into accepting its rule.

Record Number Of Chinese Balloons Detected
In recent years, China has deployed fighter jets and warships around the self-ruled island. Chinese balloons have been spotted over waters near Taiwan in the past few months, but this week's count represents one of the highest recorded.

Potential For 'Gray Zone' Harassment
Taiwan has described these balloons as a form of gray zone harassment that falls short of an act of war but can exhaust Taipei's armed forces. This type of harassment involves ongoing low-level provocations designed to wear down the target's resolve without crossing into a full-blown conflict.

Trump's Comments On Taiwan
While the US is legally bound to provide arms to Taiwan, concerns have been raised about its willingness to defend the island from a Chinese attack. Trump has suggested that Taiwan should pay for protection and accused the island of stealing the US chip industry.

Lai's Plans To Increase Defense Spending
Taiwan's government, under President Lai Ching-te, sought to increase defense spending in recent years. However, the country faced cuts to its national budget, including defense, approved by the opposition-controlled parliament.

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