-
Taiwan detects 27 Chinese aircraft and vessels near island
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense reports detecting 27 Chinese military aircraft and vessels near Taiwan, prompting a vigilant response from Taiwan’s military.
2025/08/22 10:57
-
Chinese military pressure escalates with air, sea activity
Chinese military activities near Taiwan have increased, with 29 aircraft detected in a week. The Ministry of National Defense reports close monitoring and response.
2025/04/28 13:00
-
Chinese jets cross Taiwan Strait median line, defense says
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense reports increased Chinese military activity near the Taiwan Strait, with 16 aircraft and five warships detected. Taiwan’s military remains vigilant, monitoring the situation closely.
2025/04/08 11:02
-
MND reports 11 PLA aircraft, 9 PLAN vessels
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense reports 11 PLA aircraft and 9 PLAN vessels near Taiwan, with several crossing the median line into Taiwan’s ADIZ. China also launched satellites over central Taiwan.
2025/03/10 11:24
-
Taiwan urges China to stop provocations in Taiwan Strait
Taiwan urges China to stop provocative actions in the Taiwan Strait after increased military activity. The defense ministry reports 53 PLA aircraft and 11 PLAN vessels near Taiwan.
2024/12/11 15:06
-
MND reports increased PLA military activity near strait
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense reports increased Chinese military activity near the Taiwan Strait, with 47 PLA aircraft and 12 PLAN vessels active. The ministry monitors these maneuvers closely, as 16 aircraft crossed the median line into Taiwan’s ADIZ.
2024/12/10 13:56
-
U.S. criticizes China’s military drills near Taiwan
The U.S. Department of Defense criticized China’s military drills near Taiwan as destabilizing. Taiwan’s defense ministry reported record aircraft activity and detailed the exercises.
2024/10/15 10:33
-
Taiwan detects 20 PLA aircraft near its territory
Taiwan’s defense ministry reports 20 PLA aircraft and 10 PLAN vessels near Taiwan. Thirteen aircraft crossed the median line. A Chinese rocket launch followed.
2024/10/11 13:27
-
Taiwan detects 66 Chinese aircraft near its airspace
Discover the latest on Taiwan’s defense as it monitors and responds to increased Chinese military activity near the Taiwan Strait, including 66 aircraft detections and naval maneuvers.
2024/07/11 11:24
-
Chinese aircraft cross Taiwan Strait median line 33 times
Discover the latest on Taiwan’s defense as the Ministry of National Defense reports 33 Chinese aircraft incursions and naval activity near the Taiwan Strait, highlighting regional tensions.
2024/06/27 11:44
-
Taiwan tracks 19 Chinese aircraft and ships in 24 hours
Discover the latest on Taiwan’s defense as it monitors a surge in Chinese military activity, with 19 aircraft and ships detected near the Taiwan Strait, escalating regional tensions.
2024/06/11 11:25
-
Taiwan monitors Chinese military activity near Strait
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense (MND) reported detecting Chinese military aircraft and naval vessels near the Taiwan Strait, with one aircraft crossing into Taiwan’s airspace. Tensions are high as Taiwan’s defense forces remain on alert, closely monitoring the situation to ensure security.
2024/03/25 13:41
-
Taiwan monitors Chinese military activity ahead of elections
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense (MND) detected four Chinese military aircraft and three naval vessels operating near the Taiwan Strait, days before the presidential election. Two Chinese balloons were also tracked, with one entering Taiwan’s western airspace northwest of Chiayi, and another spotted northwest of Keelung. The balloons disappeared from radar after crossing the median line. The MND’s flight track map shows that one balloon floated over Taiwan from west to east before disappearing over the Pacific Ocean. The other balloon, named "Air Police 500," flew into Taiwan’s southwestern air defense identification zone (ADIZ) from China’s coastal airspace. These balloons were likely used for collecting meteorological data and were different from the Chinese spy balloons that flew over the U.S. last year. It is inferred that these floating balloons might have been released by an unknown Chinese entity, as Taiwan has previously found balloons released by China for weather research. Promptly disclosing the movements of Chinese balloons is emphasized to raise public awareness regarding safety measures and counter potential preemptive messaging from China. The national military is currently monitoring the situation and has developed a responsive plan, according to the MND.
2024/01/03 11:07
-
Yellen highlights U.S.-China divide over Taiwan status
Amid growing tensions between the U.S. and China, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen revealed that there is a significant divide between U.S. President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping regarding the global status of Taiwan. Despite the U.S. officially recognizing the Chinese Communist Party as the sole government of China, it maintains that Taiwan is an autonomous territory. The deadlock between Biden and Xi on the "Taiwan issue" could have severe military consequences, as China has deployed warships, drones, and bombers near Taiwan. Concerns are rising that this intimidating activity could lead to a head-on confrontation and spark a full-scale conflict. To address the risks, Biden proposed a $105 billion assistance package, including nearly $2 billion for security measures in Taiwan and the broader Indo-Pacific region.
2023/11/22 20:29