New York Post By Callie Patteson
Taiwan activated its air defense missile system Sunday after detecting 39 Chinese warplanes in its Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ).
On Sunday, Taiwanâs Ministry of National Defense revealed it had spotted 34 fighter planes, four electronic warfare aircraft and a bomber in the ADIZ.
In response, Taiwan scrambled jets, issued radio warnings and engaged the missile system.
The incursion is the largest since October, when China authorized nearly 150 flights over Taiwanâs air defense zone.
In a statement to the Post late Monday, the State Department said it was âconcerned by the PRCâs provocative military activity near Taiwan,â saying it was âdestabilizing, risks miscalculation, and undermines regional peace and stability.â…
