Title: US Urges Restraint as China Launches Taiwan Military Drills

Source: Inquirer.net

Link:
https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1754163/us-urges-military-
drills?utm_source=gallery&utm_medium=direct

Date of Publication: 9 April 2023

Reviewer/Critique: Pescador, Meer Vince B.
11 - STEM C SARANGANI

Introduction:
The article that is titled "US Urges Restraint as China Launches Taiwan Military
Drills" which was published on Inquirer.net (a blog or article or a news site that
focuses on facts which we could found by searching on google) on October 9, 2021,
which examines the recent military exercises carried out by the aggressive nation,
China close to Taiwan and the reaction of the United States. The author expresses the
concerns about the possible impact on regional stability and the likelihood of the
situation escalating into a full-blown conflict between China and Taiwan. This
critique will analyze the writer's viewpoints, references, and writing approach.

Summary:
According to the article, Chinese government or the country China has recently
carried out some military drills in close proximity to the Taiwan nation, which
included exercises involving amphibious landings and simulated attacks against the
pointed island. The author also highlights that these drills have taken place during a
period of increased tensions between China and Taiwan, with Taiwan strongly
alleging and pointing that China has escalated its military presence in the probihited
region's airspace and waters on Taiwan in recent times. The article also further
mentions that the United States has called for calm and advised both sides to
participate in discussions to peacefully resolve their disputes.
Body:
The article “US Urges Restraint as China Launches Taiwan Military Drills” is
considered strong due to its extensive use of various sources and provide some factual
information to back up its arguments. The author who published the article has
referenced a statement made by a spokesperson from the U.S. State Department, who
expressed some of its concerns about China's military actions close to Taiwan and
urged and wants peaceful resolution of any conflicts. Additionally, the author has also
cited the Taiwan's Defense Ministry, which accused the nation China of carrying out
the daily military activities near of the island of Taiwan. These sources have been
utilized to provide the readers with a more comprehensive understanding of the
situation, as well as to establish the credibility of the article.

In addition, the article brings the attention to the possible consequences of China's
military maneuvers that is close to Taiwan. The author points out that these drills may
have been an act as a signal to the country Taiwan and could escalate the tensions in
the area. The article also further highlights the fears of some certain experts who
speculate that China could be getting ready to commence a military strike against the
country Taiwan. By exploring these potential factors and outcomes, the author
effectively portrays the seriousness of the matter and the importance of being safety
and being careful.

One of the shortcomings of the article “US Urges Restraint as China Launches
Taiwan Military Drills” is the absence of necessary background information about
the longstanding dispute between the nation China and the country Taiwan. Although
the article briefly acknowledges the tension between the two nations, it fails to
provide some adequate details that could aid its readers in comprehending the
historical context and the underlying concerns. For instance, the article could also
have incorporated information concerning the "One China" policy, which is a
fundamental issue in the conflict between the nation China and the country Taiwan.
Additionally, the article could have explored the reasons that why China lays claim to
Taiwan and Taiwan's attempts to preserve its autonomy. If more context was provided
in the article, readers could have better comprehended the importance of the military
exercises and the potential repercussions of the conflict.

In addition, the article also provides a balanced and equal view of the situation. While
the author highlights the concerns of the country Taiwan and the United States. The
article also presents China's perspective. For instance, the article also mention of the
nation, China's statement that the military drills are routine exercises and that the
country Taiwan is part of the China's territory. By including the China's perspective,
the article avoids being one-sided and presents a more complete picture of the
situation.

Conclusion:
The article has a clear writing style and simple messages that could help readers
understand what they comprehend as one of its strengths. The author has used simple
and direct language to describe the subject and where it focuses, which makes the
article easy to comprehend. Additionally, the author has refrained from using any
complex military terms, which is beneficial for readers who do not have prior
knowledge of the subject.

The article titled "US Urges Restraint as China Launches Taiwan Military Drills"
gives a comprehensive and impartial report about China's recent military exercises
that were held in close proximity to Taiwan. No important details are left out in this
critique.