US Warns of China's Potential Taiwan Invasion by 2027

China's Taiwan Invasion Threat: US Defense Secretary Warns of 2027 Deadline Singapore – US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin issued a stark warning at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, stating that China is actively preparing for a potential invasion of Taiwan by 2027. Austin's statement, captured in a recent Al Arabiya video, highlights China's substantial military buildup and ongoing training exercises explicitly designed for such an operation. "It has to be clear to all that Beijing is incredibly preparing to potentially use military force to alter the balance of power in the Indo-Pacific," Austin stated, as seen in the video. He further emphasized that China is "building the military needed to do it, training for it every day, and rehearsing for the real deal." The implications of such an invasion are far-reaching, with Austin emphasizing the potential for devastating consequences for the Indo-Pacific region and the world. The video underscores the escalating tensions in the Taiwan Strait and the global implications of this potential conflict. The international community is closely monitoring the situation, as the potential for military conflict carries significant risks for global stability.