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Taiwan indicts two for spying for China under security law
Taiwan prosecutors indicted two for violating the National Security Act by attempting to gather secrets for China. One faces a 10-year sentence.
2026/01/26 14:16
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Taiwan slams Beijing tactics to bar EU political visits
Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned China’s pressure on European nations to bar Taiwanese politicians, calling it a threat to peace and stability.
2026/01/14 13:00
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Trump confident Xi will refrain from attacking Taiwan now
Trump asserts Xi won’t attack Taiwan during his presidency, addressing concerns in a NYT interview. He contrasts Taiwan’s situation with Venezuela’s threat to the U.S.
2026/01/09 10:19
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Taiwan targets war advocates with fines up to NT$1 million
Taiwan’s Deputy Minister of the Interior warns of unprecedented national security threats from China, urging legislative action. Amendments to the National Security Act aim to counter espionage and cyber threats, with penalties for war advocacy.
2026/01/07 14:00
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President Lai chides opposition, seeks defense budget deal
Taiwan’s President Lai accuses opposition of blocking $40B defense budget, warns island has ’no time for internal strife’ amid 2027 China invasion concerns.
2026/01/01 14:22
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New Year celebrations in Taiwan overshadowed by China threat
Taiwan gears up for New Year celebrations with fireworks at Taipei 101, despite China’s military drills. Revelers enjoy extended metro services and festive shopping, while tensions linger.
2025/12/31 17:44
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U.S. arms sale to Taiwan includes howitzers and drones
The U.S. approved $11.1 billion in arms sales to Taiwan, including M109A7 howitzers, to bolster defense against China. Taiwan’s political parties are briefed on the sales.
2025/12/18 20:00
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Taiwan military shifts to decentralized combat approach
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense released a report outlining a "decentralized warfare" strategy that would enable military units to fight independently without waiting for central command orders during sudden Chinese attacks. The strategy aims to prevent China from escalating "from training to exercises, and from exercises to warfare." Defense officials will brief parliament Wednesday on the new approach amid rising cross-strait tensions.
2025/12/16 18:05
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Lai urges opposition to approve NT$1.25T defense plan
President Lai Ching-te criticizes Taiwan’s opposition for blocking a crucial defense budget, stressing the need to counter China’s threats. The outcome impacts security and stability.
2025/12/10 14:00
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President Lai talks China threat at New York Times summit
President Lai Ching-te discusses Taiwan’s defense strategy and U.S. relations amid China’s military activities. He emphasizes peace, economic resilience, and global security.
2025/12/04 12:19
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Taiwan refutes Chinese claims on Europe intelligence
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense denies online claims about its European activities, blaming a Chinese group in Hungary. The ministry highlights China’s growing threat to intelligence operations.
2025/12/03 17:23
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Cold snap warning: Northern Taiwan temps to plunge to 12°C
Taiwan’s weather sees sporadic rain south of Hsinchu, with temperatures ranging from 18 to 29 degrees Celsius. Expect brief showers in Greater Taipei and eastern regions due to the northeast monsoon. Typhoon Koto weakens in the South China Sea, posing no threat to Taiwan.
2025/12/01 11:00
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Taiwan upgrades defense plans as China threat escalates
President Lai Ching-te warned Wednesday that China accelerates military preparations to invade Taiwan by 2027, unveiling national security plans that raise defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2030. Taiwan commits over NT$1.25 trillion (around US$40 billion) in additional defense spending through 2033. Lai emphasized that Beijing’s most dangerous weapon is not military force but persuading Taiwan to surrender. The plans establish democratic defense mechanisms, develop advanced air defense systems called "Taiwan Dome," and counter China’s psychological warfare campaign aimed at transforming "Democratic Taiwan" into "China Taiwan."
2025/11/26 17:50
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Taiwan pushes extra defense spending for asymmetric warfare
President Lai Ching-te announced a $40 billion defense budget to enhance Taiwan’s security against Chinese threats. He urged opposition support, emphasizing peace and stability.
2025/11/26 15:17
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Full Text: President Lai’s national security plan for Taiwan
President Lai convened a national security meeting. He proposed two action plans against China’s threat. The plans focus on sovereignty and defense industry. Lai emphasized the danger of surrendering to China.
2025/11/26 12:48
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China rebukes Japan PM Takaichi’s Taiwan threat remarks
China’s Taiwan Affairs Office condemned Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s remarks on Taiwan, calling them a provocation. Tensions rise as Taiwan and China exchange criticisms.
2025/11/19 14:48
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Japan PM warns of Taiwan crisis as survival threat
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi warns that a Taiwan contingency could trigger a crisis of survival under peace legislation. This may lead to military action if China imposes a blockade.
2025/11/07 21:00
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Trump dismisses China invasion threat against Taiwan
U.S. President Donald Trump met with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, asserting China won’t invade Taiwan. Trump plans to visit China in 2026 to negotiate a trade deal with President Xi Jinping. Observers await developments from the APEC summit.
2025/10/21 14:00
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Tropical disturbance 96W unlikely to threaten Taiwan
Meteorologist Wu Sheng-yu reports that tropical disturbance 96W poses a low threat to Taiwan. It is expected to pass near Luzon Island and enter the South China Sea. Residents should stay informed as the situation develops, especially from Oct. 19 to 22.
2025/10/14 12:00
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U.S. official advocates 10% GDP defense spending for Taiwan
John Noh, nominee for assistant secretary of defense, stresses Taiwan’s existential threat and urges a military budget increase to 10% of GDP. Senators discuss U.S.-Taiwan defense ties and potential reforms.
2025/10/08 12:00
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AI transformation tests Taiwan’s Generation Z workforce
Typhoon Matmo poses no direct threat to Taiwan, but vessels near the Philippines and the South China Sea should monitor it closely. Rising temperatures may affect western Taiwan.
2025/10/03 17:22
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Typhoon Matmo poses no direct threat to Taiwan: CWA
Typhoon Matmo poses no direct threat to Taiwan, but vessels near the Philippines and the South China Sea should monitor it closely. Rising temperatures may affect western Taiwan.
2025/10/03 14:33
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Typhoon watch: Experts eye tropical depression’s path
Meteorologists predict a typhoon will form within 24 hours, with a 60% chance of development by Saturday. The storm poses no threat to Taiwan, experts say.
2025/08/29 09:57
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Taiwan to see showers, no direct threat from 93W
Tropical disturbance 93W may become Typhoon No. 14 in the South China Sea, affecting Hainan Island and Vietnam. Taiwan will see showers and thunderstorms but no direct threat.
2025/08/27 10:00
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NATO chief warns of China-Russia coordination over Taiwan
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte warns of China’s military expansion threatening Taiwan. He urges increased defense spending among allies to counter potential threats.
2025/06/24 12:00