China is building its capacity to rapidly turn military drills into a full-out attack, a senior Taiwan security official said, providing the Taipei government's assessment of the strategic intent behind Beijing's war games around the island this week.

China has made it clear that it won't hesitate to use military force if Taiwan pushes for independence, signaling an escalation in tensions.

China urged India on Thursday to handle Taiwan issues with caution and avoid interference in the improvement of Sino-India relations following the opening of another Taiwan de facto consulate in Mumbai.

In the wake of Taiwan’s recent diplomatic expansion, China has urged India to proceed with caution on matters related to the self-governing island, following the opening of a new de facto Taiwanese consulate in Mumbai.

China on Thursday called on India to manage Taiwan matters "prudently", emphasizing that New Delhi should avoid actions that could affect Sino-India relationship. The statement came after Taiwan opened a new consulate office in Mumbai on Wednesday,