China cranks up pressure on Taiwan ahead of Lai's inauguration

Beijing seen leaving room to 'escalate the situation,' researcher says

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Taiwanese helicopters fly past the Taipei 101 skyscraper on May 13, ahead of President-elect Lai Ching-te's inauguration. Defense officials have said they are ready for moves by China surrounding the May 20 event. © Reuters

WATARU SUZUKI, Nikkei staff writer

SHANGHAI -- China has stepped up maritime activity and other moves that analysts see as a pressure campaign on Taiwan ahead of President-elect Lai Ching-te's inauguration in Taipei on Monday.

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