Could not subscribe, try again later Invalid EmailChinese helicopters fired missiles in a powerful display of military strength a week after what was claimed to be its largest naval parade in 600 years. The live-fire drills near the Taiwan Strait saw helicopters fly over water and launching missiles. Late on Wednesday, Chinese state television showed footage of helicopters firing missiles during an exercise it said was happening on China's southeast coast. The latest drills come a week after what was claimed to be China's biggest naval parade in 600 years. Around 48 naval vessels and 76 aircraft were used in the demonstration which Chinese media said was "the largest of its kind in 600 years".

Source: Daily Mirror April 19, 2018 08:48 UTC