Taiwan`s Ministry of National Defence has reported a surge in activity by China`s People`s Liberation Army (PLA) near the Taiwan Strait, over 28 Chinese aircraft including J-16 and KJ-500 were detected on Saturday. According to the Ministry, 27 of the PLA aircraft breached the median line, entering Taiwan`s northern, central, southwestern, southeastern and eastern Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ). Taiwan`s military closely monitored the situation and responded promptly to the incursion.

Overall 28 #PLA aircraft in various types (including J-16, KJ-500, etc.) were detected from 0750hr today. Out of which, 27 crossed the median line of the #Taiwan Strait and entered the northern, central, southwestern, southeastern and eastern ADIZ