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US Congress will maintain its firm stance on China

The United States Congress will continue to act “tough” on China regardless of whether Donald Trump or Kamala Harris wins the U.S. presidential election...

Taiwan strengthening its civil defense efforts

04 October 2024 Taiwan has made significant strides in enhancing its civil defense by leveraging various resources and expertise from across society. A high-level committee, established...

With CCP seeking AI dominance, Taiwan’s efforts to slow China’s access to advanced chips need more support from the West

September 16, 2024 This is an article from the Magazine “The Conversation”. With CCP seeking AI dominance, Taiwan’s efforts to slow China’s access to advanced chips...

Silicon Shield 2.0 Taiwan’s security crucial for global safety

16 September 2024 Academia Sinica Institute of Sociology researcher Wu Jieh-min emphasized at a recent security forum that Taiwan's security is critical to global stability,...

Taiwan’s defense budget will grow yearly by 12,7% and reach $23.4 billion by 2029

11 September 2024 Taiwan's defense budget is set to increase significantly, reaching $23.4 billion (by 2029, driven by rising military pressure from China. This growth,...

Taiwan’s Air Force conducts large-scale joint air defense drills! This is an original article from CNA FOCUS TAIWAN!

An F-16 fighter takes off during a similar Air Force exercise in the early hours of March 24, 2020. File photo courtesy of Ministry...

U.S. arms sales to boost Taiwan’s asymmetric warfare capability! This is an original article from CNA FOCUS TAIWAN!

A drone in the Altius 600M-V system. Image: Anduril Industries Taipei, June 19 (CNA) The United States government's latest approval of potential arms sales to...

A new Coast Guard’s 4,000-tonne patrol vessel enters service! This is an original article from CNA FOCUS TAIWAN!

President Lai Ching-te (second left) waves from the new Coast Guard patrol vessel, the "Yunlin," in Kaohsiung Saturday. CNA photo June 15, 2024 Kaohsiung, June...

The US Aid Bill Won’t Fix Taiwan´s Arms Backlog And Deter China!

To help Taipei against China Washington needs to get smarter about weapons transfers. Article by Eric Gomez, a senior fellow at the Cato Institute. More on https://foreignpolicy.com/2024/06/13/taiwan-aid-united-states-china-congress-military-spending

Taiwan Army to update bayonet training with modern combat skills! This is an original article from CNA FOCUS TAIWAN!

CNA file photo Taipei, June 13 (CNA) Taiwan's Army is in the process of updating its traditional bayonet training that has been in place for...

Weakness is provocative Taiwan should be strong! This is an original article from CNA FOCUS TAIWAN!

Matt Pottinger (center) and Ivan Kanapathy (left). CNA photo June 13, 2024 Taipei, June 13 (CNA) One conclusion that can be drawn from recent history...

Taiwan says recent arms sales by the United States demonstrate a firm dedication to defend against China!

On Thursday (Jun 6), Taiwan expressed appreciation to the United States for greenlighting the sale of equipment and parts necessary for F-16 fighter jets,...

Minister: Taiwan can invoke the right of self-defense or take countermeasures in the event Chinese military planes fly into Taiwan’s territorial airspace! This is...

Defense Minister Wellington Koo. CNA photo June 6, 2024 Taipei, June 6 (CNA) Defense Minister Wellington Koo (顧立雄) said Thursday that the ministry can invoke...

Taiwan’s Kamikaze Boat Aims to Harass Chinese Warships!

A Taiwanese shipbuilder has introduced an "unmanned boat" as a "universal test platform" with potential "military applications" based on its design. According to Liberty...

Taiwan Army to Conduct Anti-Landing Drills on the most vulnerable beaches!

Three of Taiwan’s field army commands will each conduct anti-landing drills this month on “red” beaches within their jurisdictions. The first drill, conducted by the...

Taiwan to form defense innovation unit! This is an original article from CNA FOCUS TAIWAN!

A locally developed unmanned aerial vehicle Teng Yun. CNA file photo Taipei, June 3 (CNA) Taiwan's new defense minister has pledged to form a military...

US Senators Pete Ricketts and Jeanne Shaheen propose US bill to boost transferring arms to Taiwan!

US Senators Pete Ricketts and Jeanne Shaheen presented a bill last Friday aimed at streamlining Europe's transfer of US-manufactured weaponry to Taiwan, in order...

Taiwan should bolster its “asymmetric” defense capabilities!

According to RAND Corporation analysts, Taiwan should refrain from investing in large-scale military assets like tanks and submarines and transition to lighter, more agile...

Taiwanese Soldiers Might Soon Train on US Soil

In the coming days, there could be approval for Taiwanese soldiers to conduct training on US soil, aiming to enhance their preparedness for a...

Taiwan is developing two new military vehicles to boost its capabilities amid increasing tensions with China!

The government is developing two new military vehicles as part of its policy to achieve self-sufficiency in defense. The armed forces are developing a fighting...

Taiwan’s defense ministry has set up a working group to study the tactics of the war in Ukraine, to learn how to successfully repel...

April 22 2022 Taiwan's defense ministry has set up a working group to study the tactics of the war in Ukraine, including how the country...

Drawing lessons from Ukraine Russia War Taiwan wants to develop and produce military drones as soon as possible!

Taipei 23 October 2023 On September 14-16, drone producers and other defense firms gathered at the Taipei Aerospace and Defense Technology Exhibition (TADTE). Normally held...

How can the United States and Australia help Taiwan before it is too late?

Washington and Canberra have a number of diplomatic and economic weapons at their disposal right now to counter Chinese coercion and form a Taiwan...

Taiwan Beefs Up Its Anti-China Defenses With Mine-laying Ships

Taiwan commissioned new naval minelayers on Friday, January 14 to beef up its defenses against China.President Tsai Ing-wen officiated at the commissioning of the...

Taiwanese Practice Urban Combat Against Chinese Troops

On January 6, 2022, Taiwanese troops and numerous combat vehicles were stationed in urban streets, mirroring an upcoming war with China. This shakedown is...

According to a December 2021 poll 72.5 percent of Taiwanese are eager to fight China’s forced unification!

Based on responses given by Taiwanese from different age clusters, the young are more ready to protect the nation against an invasion from China.  Young...