Chinese fighters and ships orbit Taiwan. Beijing Threats

Following the maneuvers, the president of the Republic of China Lai Ching-te reiterated his willingness to talk with Beijing. Beijing did not have a close position on this issue. In total, respective ships of the PRC Navy and 22 J-16 fighters took part in the patrol. (https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/taiwan-reports-first-chinese-combat-patrol-new-year-2025-01-02/), Chinese MON did not comment on its actions.