The PLA Rocket Force, which oversees the country's conventional and nuclear missiles, has been tasked with modernising China's nuclear forces in the face of developments such as improved U.S. missile defences, better surveillance capabilities and strengthened alliances.

Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged the military to enhance war preparedness and solidify combat capabilities, following large-scale drills around

Chinese President Xi Jinping this week called on the military to increase its readiness for war. This statement came just days after Beijing conducted large-scale military exercises around Taiwan, reports Xinhua.

Speaking to a newspaper editorial board, Trump said he would impose tariffs on China if it sought to blockade Taiwan.

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said he would impose additional tariffs on China if China were to "go into Taiwan," the Wall Street Journal reported. "I would say: If you go into Taiwan,

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has announced that he would impose additional tariffs on China if they invaded Taiwan, Reuters reported, citing the New York newspaper "Wall Street Journal.