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Taiwan evaluates command resilience amid Chinese threats
Taiwan’s Han Kuang 41 exercise ended April 18, highlighting urban warfare readiness amid CCP threats. Experts urge diverse defense strategies for Taipei’s security.2025/04/23 18:36 -
Taiwan maintains normal operations despite China threat
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense plans a nationwide simulation of a Chinese military attack amid PLA drills. Normal operations will continue unless changes occur.2025/04/01 15:00 -
Taiwan concludes five-day military readiness drill
Taiwan’s military concluded a five-day drill, deploying anti-armor weapons at Songshan Airport. This strategic shift responds to potential threats, reflecting evolving defense strategies.2025/03/24 17:00 -
Taiwan’s democracy under threat, says DPP caucus whip
Discover the latest on Taiwan’s political scene as DPP caucus whip Ker Chien-ming accuses opposition parties of colluding with China, threatening democracy amid military exercises. Explore the implications for Taiwan’s future.2024/05/23 16:11 -
Taiwan monitors Chinese aircraft and balloons near strait
Taiwan’s National Defense Ministry (MND) reported the detection of four Chinese aircraft and six Chinese balloons in the vicinity of the Taiwan Strait within a 24-hour period. The balloons were found soaring between 15,000 and 27,000 feet, with one detected just 57 nautical miles west of Keelung City. The MND also identified activities involving four Communist vessels in the Taiwan Strait. The Republic of China Armed Forces closely monitored and responded to these activities using mission aircraft, ships, and shore-based missile systems. The military emphasized the constantly changing threat landscape faced by Taiwan, with China’s cognition warfare accompanying its military actions to affect Taiwan’s security. Continual refinement of public announcements is seen as imperative to avoid enemy influence.2024/01/22 14:42 -
11 aircraft crossing Taiwan Strait median line: MND
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense (MND) has detected 11 aircraft crossing the median line of the strait within a 24-hour period. The Republic of China Armed Forces are closely monitoring these aircraft, along with 24 other aircraft and five vessels engaged in activities around the Taiwan Strait. Some of the aircraft have exceeded the median line and entered Taiwan’s airspace. The closest distances to Taiwan were approximately 42 nautical miles from Keelung in the north and 85 nautical miles from Cape Eluanbi in the south. The MND highlights the changing security environment and threat model faced by Taiwan, asserting that the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is using cognitive warfare and military actions to impact Taiwan. The MND emphasizes the need to constantly adjust the mode of disclosure to avoid being influenced by the enemy. The Republic of China Armed Forces are employing aircraft, vessels, and shore-based missile systems to closely monitor and prepare for response scenarios.2024/01/18 12:24 -
Michael Green: Taiwan’s defense commitment under scrutiny
Former Senior Director for Asian Affairs at the National Security Council and CEO of the United States Studies Centre, Michael Jonathan Green, emphasizes that Taiwan’s recent extension of military service to one year is a significant indication of its commitment to defense. Green warns that any reversal of this decision would raise concerns in both the United States and Japan. As tensions rise across the Taiwan Strait, the main concern for the U.S. is Taiwan’s vulnerability to Chinese pressure or military action. By extending military conscription, Taiwan is demonstrating its political will to counter Beijing’s intimidation. The United States, Japan, and Australia believe that Taiwan’s efforts to stabilize the situation and prevent war are commendable. Green highlights that any threat posed by China to Taiwan could jeopardize security across the entire First Island Chain, impacting nations like the US, Canada, Japan, the Philippines, Australia, and New Zealand. Green, who has served in the Bush Administration and was part of the U.S. bipartisan delegation that visited Taiwan in March, stresses the critical importance of Taiwan’s resolve for self-defense.2023/12/11 12:05