China’s increased maritime patrols near Taiwan have raised concerns about a potential military offensive by 2026. According to an Al Jazeera report, some analysts view these intensified maritime activities as a potential precursor to a blockade or other military actions. Although the U.S. intelligence community previously assessed that China was not planning an invasion before 2027, these activities are being interpreted by some as a gray-zone escalation that could heighten tensions in the Taiwan Strait. Markets have reacted to these developments, with scenarios involving potential military actions being closely monitored.
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