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China conducting military exercises near Taiwan Strait to protect its 'sovereignty'

U.S. Undersecretary for Economic Affairs Keith Krach arrives at an airport in Taipei, Taiwan (REUTERS) — U.S. Undersecretary for Economic Affairs Keith Krach arrives at an airport in Taipei, Taiwan **(REUTERS)**

1 min read . Updated: 18 Sep 2020, 08:49 AM IST Edited By Staff Writer

Defence ministry spokesman Ren Guoqiang told reporters during a briefing that current efforts between the ruling Democratic Progressive Party of Taiwan and the United States to cause trouble will lead to a dead end.

China said on Friday it is conducting military exercises near the Taiwan Strait in response to the current situation there and to safeguard its sovereignty and territorial integrity.