Chinese Premier Xi Jinping has signed a directive that permits 'the legal basis for troops to carry out military operations other than war', such as peacekeeping operations, disaster relief and humanitarian efforts, but could be used as a cover for an invasion of Taiwan
* Xi Jinping signed directive allowing military to be used for 'non-war' purposes
* It is feared it could lead to an invasion of Taiwan similar to invasion of Ukraine
* Taiwan has threatened Beijing with its new cruise missile in event of an attack
* Beijing is on a collision course with Australia over bases on the Solomon Islands
China could be taking a leaf out of Russia's playbook by trialing a new directive which would expand the use of its burgeoning military for 'non-war' purposes.
The directive, signed by President Xi Jinping, raises concerns Beijing could be paving the way for an invasion of Taiwan under the misnomer of a 'special military operation'.
Coming in into effect on Wednesday, the directive could provide Beijing with the cover it needs to launch an assault on Taipei without the legal complications or international condemnation that comes with declaring war.
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Chinese President Xi Signs Directive That Allows Military Operations Other Than War
Xi signs outlines that direct China’s military operations other than war -- Global Times
Xi signs order to promulgate outlines on military operations other than war -- CCTV
Chinese leader Xi Jinping signs new rules governing 'non-war' military operations -- RFA
Xi Jinping announces plans to allow Chinese military to undertake 'armed forces operations' abroad -- ABC News Australia
Fears for Taiwan as China lays groundwork for its own ‘special military operation’ -- The Telegraph
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