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Taiwan condemns China’s military drills as threat to peace
Explore the latest on Taiwan-China tensions: Taiwan condemns China’s military drills as a threat to democracy and regional stability, vowing to defend its sovereignty. Read more on the escalating situation.
2024/05/23 14:51
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Taiwan ramps up surveillance amid regional tensions: MND
Discover how Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense is ramping up surveillance and security measures amid rising tensions with China, including monitoring maritime activities and enhancing cognitive warfare training.
2024/05/23 14:28
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MOFA calls for peace amid China’s military exercises
Discover how Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs responds to China’s military drills near Taiwan, urging peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait. Read about Taiwan’s commitment to democracy amid tensions.
2024/05/23 14:18
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Taiwan’s TPP demands halt to Chinese military drills
Discover the Taiwan People’s Party’s strong condemnation of China’s military exercises around Taiwan, calling for peace and stability in cross-strait relations.
2024/05/23 14:14
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Taiwan expert notes shift in China’s military drills
Discover the latest on China’s military exercises around Taiwan, including the strategic implications of the shorter, non-live-fire drill Joint Sword 2024A, and its potential impact on regional stability.
2024/05/23 13:47
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KMT urges China to maintain peace in Taiwan Strait
Discover the latest on the Taiwan Strait tensions: The KMT urges restraint from China following military exercises around Taiwan after President Lai’s inauguration, highlighting regional concerns.
2024/05/23 11:57
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China starts major military drills around Taiwan
Explore the latest on China’s military drills around Taiwan, a move seen as a direct challenge to Taiwan’s new president, Lai Ching-te. This escalation highlights the growing tensions and the international community’s concern for peace in the region.
2024/05/23 11:34
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Taiwan Strait, islands focus of PLA’s latest drills
Discover the latest on the "Joint Sword-2024A" military exercises by the People’s Liberation Army around Taiwan, aimed at demonstrating power against Taiwan’s independence movement and external interference. This news covers the drills’ objectives, areas involved, and the escalating tensions between China and Taiwan.
2024/05/23 09:44
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Taiwan’s defense ministry invests in AI for medical training
Discover how Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense is revolutionizing military medical training with a NT$900 million facility, incorporating AI and the U.S. Tactical Combat Casualty Care system to improve battlefield medical response.
2024/05/22 09:55
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Taiwan’s opposition to reaffirm sovereignty on Taiping
Taiwanese opposition legislators are set to visit Taiping Island to observe military activities and assert sovereignty, potentially stirring tensions in the contested South China Sea.
2024/05/16 18:26
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Chinese military escalates patrols near Taiwan
Discover the latest on Taiwan’s defense ministry reporting 23 Chinese military aircraft and warships conducting "combat patrols" near the island, escalating tensions ahead of the new president’s inauguration.
2024/05/15 10:27
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US warship sails through Taiwan Strait amid tensions
Explore the latest on the USS Halsey’s transit through the Taiwan Strait on May 8, highlighting the U.S.’s commitment to free navigation and the strategic implications amid Taiwan’s upcoming presidential inauguration.
2024/05/09 09:32
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Taiwan develops new drone defense system
Discover the latest developments in Taiwan’s defense technology as the National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology successfully tests a new stationary drone defense system. Amidst budget freezes and legislative scrutiny, the system’s future hangs in the balance, with calls for transparency and detailed operational status from the military. Explore the intricate debate over national security and budget allocations in Taiwan’s legislative chambers.
2024/05/08 18:37
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Live-fire exercises enhance Taiwan’s military readiness
Discover how the 117th Army Infantry Brigade’s live-fire exercise in Kaohsiung’s Linyuan District is preparing Taiwanese troops for real-world combat, enhancing their responsiveness and tactical skills.
2024/05/08 17:11
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Defense Ministry vows vigilance amid Chinese provocations
Taiwan’s Deputy Minister of National Defense, Po Horng-huei, announces the military’s vigilance and readiness amidst concerns over potential Chinese provocations, especially around the inauguration of Taiwan’s President-elect Lai Ching-te. Po emphasizes the importance of peace and regional stability, responding to comments by former U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander John Aquilino and highlighting the military’s 24-hour readiness against any threats, including those projected for 2027 or 2035.
2024/05/08 17:00
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Taiwan’s military prepares for May 20 inauguration salute
Discover how Taiwan’s Guandu Area Command’s artillery battalion is preparing for the presidential inauguration with a meticulous 21-gun salute rehearsal and heat endurance training.
2024/05/08 16:47
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Taiwan and US address delays in US$19 billion arms sales
Explore the concerns over delayed U.S. arms sales to Taiwan, highlighting the establishment of a "Tiger team" to address delivery issues, discussions in the U.S. House Armed Services Committee, and the involvement of Taiwan’s National Security Council Secretary-General Wellington Koo in military matters.
2024/05/06 17:34
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Hsiao Bi-khim champions Taiwan’s resilience as beacon
Vice President-elect Hsiao Bi-khim speaks at the CAPRI forum, emphasizing Taiwan’s resilience through adversities like natural disasters, misinformation, and military harassment. She highlights Taiwan’s progress in democracy, economic innovation, and defense, asserting Taiwan’s leadership role in the Asia-Pacific and its commitment to fostering global partnerships.
2024/05/06 17:14
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Taiwan unveils new cutting-edge medical training center
Explore how Taiwan’s Health Service Training Center leverages VR and AI technology to transform military medical training, featuring realistic simulations based on international conflicts.
2024/04/30 16:49
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Taiwan’s defense minister vows to expand military counselors
Taiwan’s military vows to increase counselors amid rising suicides among personnel, with 16 cases reported in 2023 and 14 fatalities.
2024/04/26 10:37
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Taiwan grateful for U.S. security support legislation
Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs thanks U.S. President Joe Biden for signing the "Emergency National Security Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2024," highlighting its significance in enhancing Taiwan-U.S. security cooperation and maintaining Indo-Pacific stability. The act provides military aid to Taiwan, reinforcing its defense capabilities and the U.S.’s role in the region. The MOFA commits to defense reforms and continued cooperation with the U.S. and allies to preserve peace in the Taiwan Strait and the Indo-Pacific.
2024/04/25 18:03
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China demands U.S. halt arms to Taiwan amid new bill
China’s Taiwan Affairs Office demands the U.S. to halt military support for Taiwan, citing the issue as China’s internal affair and a violation of the "One China principle." The call comes in response to a U.S. Senate bill providing military aid to Taiwan, among others.
2024/04/24 16:48
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Philippines and New Zealand unite for Taiwan Strait peace
Explore the welcoming by Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs of a joint statement from the Philippines and New Zealand leaders emphasizing peace in the Taiwan Strait, amidst concerns over China’s military actions.
2024/04/19 18:15
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MND head stands by IDS program amid leadership strain
Taiwan’s Minister of National Defense, Chiu Kuo-cheng, supports Huang Shu-kuang amidst his resignation due to exhaustion, emphasizing the collective effort of the Indigenous Defense Submarine program and denying rumors of its disbandment or leadership changes involving Wellington Koo.
2024/04/17 13:17
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President Tsai inspects new military base, pledges support
President Tsai Ing-wen inspected the newly renovated Chien Shih Camp, a key Military Police base in New Taipei, pledging continued support for the "Hsing An Project" and distributing bonus payments. The visit hinted at potential leadership transitions in the Taiwanese military.
2024/04/15 16:49