The Eastern Theatre Command of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) of China has recently conducted a large-scale amphibious assault exercise at the Dongshan coastal training ground in Fujian Province — a strategically located region facing the Taiwan Strait.<br /><br />The operation involved units from the Amphibious Brigade of the PLA’s 73rd Group Army, including crews operating ZLT-05 amphibious tanks — armoured vehicles designed for landing operations and combat in coastal environments.<br /><br />The manoeuvres simulated the crossing of water obstacles and the coordinated landing of assault formations.<br /><br />According to Chinese military sources, the drills are part of a combat readiness operation and were carried out in direct response to recent military exercises conducted by Taiwan.<br /><br />The activity highlights rising tensions in the region and the strengthening of the PLA’s operational capabilities along China’s southeastern coastline.<br /><br />Source and images: Telegram @china3army<br /><br />
