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Trump: Taiwan issue for China to resolve but don't make me unhappy; Ministry of Foreign Affairs responds - US policy towards Taiwan changes
The article discusses recent comments made by former U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the Taiwan issue. Trump stated that the resolution of this issue should be handled internally by China but wa...
Trump: Decision on Taiwan lies with Xi Jinping and use of force will anger Washington
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that China's decision regarding Taiwan rests with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. He added that any military action by Beijing would be met with disapproval from the Unit...
Xi vows”reunification” with Taiwan — just weeks after NATO warned China attack could trigger Russian assault on Europe
Chinese President Xi Jinping has recently vowed 'reunification' with Taiwan, a claim following shortly after a mass military exercise involving around 200 aircraft. This comes as concern for potential...
China Fires Rockets on Second Day of Drills Around Taiwan
China has continued its military drills around Taiwan for the second consecutive day by firing rockets into the designated zones surrounding the island. This action is seen as a direct response to Hou...
China and US need new ways to engage in push for stable ties, Wang Yi says
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi advocated for new ways of engagement between China and the United States during a speech, emphasizing stable and cooperative relations while defending Chinese interest...
China stages military drills around Taiwan to warn ‘external forces’
Chinese military conducted exercises surrounding Taiwan following an expressed outrage over potentially the largest U.S. arms sale to the self-governed island....
China Begins Military Exercises Around Taiwan
China has commenced military training exercises in proximity to Taiwan....
PLA holds Taiwan drills, China powers up record ‘air battery’: SCMP daily highlights
The PLA has initiated military drills around Taiwan as a response to recent US arms approval for Taiwan, declaring the exercises essential for national unity and stability....
Beijing Favoring Invasion, Says Pentagon Report
A Pentagon report suggests that China is leaning towards an invasion strategy regarding Taiwan according to The Taipei Times....
The Truth About China’s J-20 ‘Mighty Dragon’ Stealth Fighter
During the exercise 'Justice Mission 2025', China’s J-20 'Mighty Dragon' stealth fighter reportedly flew undetected within visual range of Taiwan’s coastline. This incident underscores the increasing ...
All the weapons China doesn’t want Taiwan to have
The U.S. Department of Defense's recent report on China Military Power indicates that China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) is ready for an amphibious assault on Taiwan. The PLA possesses comprehensi...
As China sharpens Pacific kill chain US revives island airfields
The U.S. is reactivating World War II-era airfields across the Pacific to counter China's expanding surveillance and missile capabilities in the region, particularly concerning the potential conflict ...
Bid to change Taiwan law that prompted Beijing to warn of war risk falls at first hurdle
A bid to alter Taiwan's law on relations with mainland China has failed after it did not make the legislative agenda committee. Critics claim this could move Taiwan toward 'de jure independence', a st...
China slaps export controls on Japan military for Taiwan remarks
China has implemented immediate export controls banning dual-use items from being exported to Japan for military purposes due to recent remarks about Taiwan....
Beijing warns of war over Taiwan ruling party’s move to rebrand cross-strait relations law
Chinese authorities have warned against a move by Taiwanese lawmakers to amend legislation related to cross-strait affairs, deeming it an act toward 'de jure independence' and increasing the risk of c...
Will Beijing look to US capture of Venezuela’s Maduro for lessons on Taiwan?
Chinese analysts are examining the recent operation by the U.S. Delta Force that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro, considering its implications for potential operations rela...
Chinese Ambassador Calls Taiwan Situation Red Line for U.S. Relations
The Chinese Ambassador has emphasized that the issue of Taiwan constitutes a critical red line for relations with the United States, implying strong opposition towards any actions from the US perceive...
China to once again dominate the headlines: 2026 preview for the Indo-Pacific
According to an analysis by Breaking Defense, China will likely dominate the defense and security headlines in the coming months due to ongoing tensions in the South China Sea and concerning Taiwan. T...
HF-2E launcher sighting exposes Taiwan’s mainland strike intent
With Chinese live-fire exercises increasing around Taiwan, a rare sighting of the mobile launcher for Taipei's long-concealed cruise missile shows how the island plans to target mainland China. This r...
China's Boastful Superior Weapons Claims Crumble In Real Combat Conditions
China's 'Justice Mission 2025' exercises concluded on December 29 and 30, 2025, marking the sixth large-scale military drill conducted around Taiwan since early 2022. This operation was a comprehensiv...
Japanese business leaders shelve annual China trip as tensions mount
A group of around 200 leading Japanese business figures have postponed their annual trip to mainland China for the first time in over a decade due to tensions between Beijing and Tokyo concerning Taiw...
Beijing hits back at ‘extremely hypocritical’ critics of PLA drills around Taiwan
The Chinese government has criticized Japan, Australia, and European nations for what it deems 'extremely hypocritical' positions on military exercises around Taiwan. The foreign ministry claims that ...
China Launches Snap “Warning” Drills Around Taiwan Simulating A Total Blockade
China has initiated sudden military exercises around Taiwan with the aim of simulating a total blockade and discouraging international involvement in any future actions against Taiwan....
China stages drills around Taiwan to deter 'external' forces
Taiwan has accused China of military intimidation following Beijing's announcement of live-fire naval and air force exercises around the island. This action comes amid rising tensions after Japanese P...
Pentagon Releases Report on Chinese Military Power | Threat of Force Against Taiwan | Peace Through Strength
The Pentagon has released its latest report on Chinese military capabilities, highlighting the potential threat posed by China's growing power to maintain peace in regions like Taiwan. The report emph...
Chinese Embassy in USA states that Taiwan could become a 'powder keg'
The Chinese embassy in Washington D.C. issued statements expressing concerns over tensions regarding Taiwan, likening the situation on the island to a potential powder keg due to increasing military a...
China Learns from Russia's Mistakes in Ukraine and Plans Attack on Taiwan
The article suggests that China has been closely observing Russia's actions and mistakes made during its military operations in Ukraine. Based on this analysis, China is purportedly devising strategie...
Chinese Embassy: US Will Not Achieve Goals by Supplying Weapons to Taiwan
The Chinese Embassy has stated that supplying weapons to Taiwan will not help the United States achieve its goals. The statement emphasizes Beijing's stance on maintaining peace and stability across t...
Land forces review: howitzers in the spotlight and Germany spends big to close the year
In December, there were significant developments regarding howitzers with large financial investments made. Germany allocated substantial funds for 6x6 and 4x4 vehicles while Taiwan received approval ...
Beijing slams Taiwanese leader Lai’s New Year’s speech as ‘lies’ and ‘malice’
The Taiwan Affairs Office (TAO) spokesman in Beijing accused Taiwanese leader William Lai of spreading false information and encouraging conflict with mainland China through his New Year’s speech. The...
Pentagon says Lockheed Martin gets $328.5 million Taiwan military sale contract
The Pentagon has announced that defense contractor Lockheed Martin has received a contract worth USD 328.5 million from the government of Taiwan for military equipment sales. The details of the specif...
China drills feed info war targeting faith in Taiwan’s defenses
The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) launched new military exercises near Taiwan following the announcement of an $11 billion US arms sale to Taipei, aiming to undermine faith in Taiwan's defens...
Chinese Embassy in US: US Weapons Sale to Taiwan Could Make It a Powderkeg
The Chinese embassy in the United States has warned that selling weapons to Taiwan by the U.S. could escalate tensions and potentially heighten instability in the region, likening such actions to crea...
And Now, Taiwan? Not So Fast...
An article by Lluís Uría discusses the complexities surrounding Taiwanese independence and involvement with international bodies. The author warns against hasty actions towards formal recognition or s...
Now Australia must adjust to a hardening Japanese stance on Taiwan
Japan recently declared that any conflict over Taiwan could pose a threat to its national survival, marking a significant shift from post-war norms. This statement impacts the strategic dynamics betwe...
China's Caribbean Sea
Francis P. Sempa writes an analysis for Real Clear Defense, discussing the strategic importance of controlling waters around Taiwan and comparing this to Nicholas Spykman's concept of the 'Asiatic Med...
Taiwan is ‘up to’ Xi Jinping and ‘nothing like’ Venezuela: Donald Trump
US President Donald Trump stated that the situation with Taiwan is 'up to' Chinese leader Xi Jinping and emphasized that the military intervention in Venezuela should not be seen as a precedent for Ta...
New KMT chair hopes to take peace message to Beijing while on Taiwan political tightrope
The newly elected chairwoman of Taiwan's opposition Kuomintang (KMT) party plans a visit to Beijing this year aiming to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping. This move is seen as an opportunity to improv...
What next for Taiwan’s Lai as US$37 billion defence boost frozen by KMT, allies?
Taiwanese leader William Lai Ching-te’s attempt to implement a NT$1.2 trillion (US$37 billion) military spending plan has stalled due to political disagreements and legislative obstacles imposed by th...
Benefit! US Claims Inability to Defend Taiwan While Stirring Up War Rumors; Public Opinion Discovers Hidden Reasons
Discusses how the United States simultaneously claims an inability to defend Taiwan under its security commitments while also intensifying rhetoric about a potential conflict involving China and Taiwa...
China’s Wang Yi takes aim at Japan in call with South Korean foreign minister
During a phone call with South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun, China’s top diplomat Wang Yi accused 'certain political forces in Japan' of attempting to reverse historical facts. He used the dialogu...
Rep. Elaine Luria on Defense Strategy, China, and Taiwan
In an interview on RealClearDefense's 'Hot Wash' podcast with John Sorensen, Representative Elaine Luria from Virginia discusses national defense strategy, the relationship between the US and China, a...
Pentagon Awards Lockheed Martin Nearly $300 Million Military Sale Contract to Taiwan
The Pentagon has approved a military sale contract valued at nearly $300 million for Lockheed Martin to deliver unspecified defense equipment or services to the Taiwanese government....
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov Reaffirms Taiwan As Integral Part of China, Rejects Taiwanese Independence
In an interview with TASS, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov restated Russia's position that Taiwan is an inseparable part of China and emphasized the issue being a matter within China's jurisdic...
Trump ‘not worried’ about Beijing’s military drills around Taiwan
US President Donald Trump has downplayed recent military exercises conducted by China around Taiwan, describing the drills as routine activities that have been taking place for about two decades and e...