Taiwan has ramped up its military preparedness amid escalating tensions with China, conducting a series of live-fire drills utilizing U.S.-supplied rocket systems. In a show of force, Taiwan tested its mobile missile launchers by firing rockets in the direction of mainland China for the first time, signaling its readiness to counter potential aggression. Additionally, Taiwanese forces simulated operations against an invading Chinese force and employed American-made drones in maritime exercises. The island is also planning to boost its arsenal with over 1,200 new missiles to enhance its defense capabilities, reflecting a strategic response to perceived threats from Beijing.