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Taiwan’s defense minister, Wellington Koo, confirms the NT$37.7 billion radar maintenance aligns with U.S. agreements. He addresses missile budget and fighter jet tech needs.

Ingrid Larson, AIT managing director, praised Taiwan’s defense efforts at the U.S.-Taiwan Defense Industry Conference. She highlighted budget increases and societal resilience initiatives.

Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan is set to review the defense budget, with a focus on the indigenous submarine program. Delays in the Hai Kun submarine project, caused by torpedo delivery issues, have pushed completion to 2029.

Taiwan’s 2025 budget breaks records, with over NT$3 trillion in both revenue and expenditure. Experts express concerns about rising debt levels, warning of potential instability as government spending growth outpaces economic performance.

Discover the concerns raised by KMT legislator Lee Yen-hsiu over Taiwan’s military procurement and maintenance following a Mirage-2000 jet crash. Learn about the call for improved defense measures.

Discover how Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense addresses a 15% cut in military personnel for Penghu due to declining birth rates and competition from social enterprises. Read more on the 2025 defense budget’s impact.

Discover the details of Taiwan’s 2025 military budget increase, focusing on delayed military sales payments and the distribution of funds across the army, navy, and air force. Learn about the impact of global events on Taiwan’s defense spending and the strategic investments in military equipment and personnel readiness.

Discover how Taiwan has boosted its defense budget by 70% under the Democratic Progressive Party, focusing on asymmetric warfare and societal resilience, as outlined by Secretary-General Lin Yu-chang in the U.S.

Explore the challenges facing Taiwan’s military as volunteer numbers decline, impacting frontline units and overall defense capabilities. Learn about the government’s response to bolster national defense.

Discover how President Lai Ching-te emphasizes peace in the Taiwan Strait and Taiwan’s commitment to democracy and sovereignty during Armed Forces Day. Learn about Taiwan’s defense strategies and budget plans for a stronger military.

Discover the details of Taiwan’s 2025 central government budget, approved by the Executive Yuan and now under Legislative Yuan review. Learn about the NT$100 billion allocation to Taipower, the NT$130 billion for labor insurance, and plans for a NT$33.6 billion health insurance financial assistance. Explore how the NT$3.15 trillion budget aims to balance infrastructure, innovation, and social security, with a focus on post-pandemic recovery and future investments.

Discover the details of Taiwan’s 2025 Central Government General Budget Proposal, including a significant increase in national defense spending to NT$647 billion, 2.45% of GDP. Learn about allocations for health, anti-fraud measures, and more.

Discover the latest on Taiwan’s defense budget debate: The DPP defends the increase to over 2.6% of GDP amid KMT concerns, emphasizing national security and the need for unity against China’s threats.

Discover the details of Taiwan’s record-setting 2025 budget, including a historic defense budget of NT$647 billion, as President Lai emphasizes strengthening self-defense and democratic partnerships for peace and prosperity. Learn about the budget’s focus on social welfare, education, and economic development, alongside initiatives for long-term care, child care, net zero goals, anti-fraud measures, and housing solutions.

Explore Taiwan Premier Cho Jung-tai’s response to former U.S. President Donald Trump’s remarks on Taiwan-U.S. relations and Taiwan’s commitment to defense and regional stability.

Discover how Taiwan is exploring aerial refueling and early warning aircraft procurement with the U.S. and France to enhance its military capabilities amid increasing airspace intrusions.

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.

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.

The U.S. military’s floating pier in Gaza could have implications for Taiwan Strait conflict scenarios, as analyzed by The Daily Telegraph. Taiwan’s military responds to Chinese Communist Party aircraft with Joint Civil Military Air-Raid Exercise and plans to expand political warfare units in the navy. The Tien-Kung III missile, developed domestically, strengthens defense capabilities against aerial threats. New missile sites and integrated defense operations demonstrate Taiwan’s commitment to enhancing combat effectiveness.

President-elect Lai Ching-te shows strong support for Taiwan’s Indigenous Defence Submarine program, aiming to build all seven follow-up submarines simultaneously. Joining him on an inspection of the prototype submarine Narwhal at CSBC Corporation’s Hai Chang factory was current President Tsai Ing-wen. The transition of power between Tsai and Lai is set for May 20, with Lai emphasizing the need to complete the submarine project swiftly. The projected cost for each follow-up submarine is around NT$20 billion, with a total budget estimated between NT$150 billion and NT$200 billion.

Taiwan People’s Party Chairman Ko Wen-je accepts President Tsai Ing-wen’s invitation for dialogue on critical national issues, emphasizing support for partisan reconciliation and cross-strait peace. Their meeting, the first since 2018, sparks public interest and discussions on political communication platforms and key national issues.

The White House announces a historic US$100 million military assistance allocation for Taiwan in the fiscal year 2025 budget, marking the first dedicated funding by the U.S. Department of State for the island. This move aims to enhance Taiwan’s deterrence capabilities and maintain peace in the Taiwan Strait. Additionally, President Joe Biden authorizes the sale of F-16 Infrared Search and Track systems to Taiwan, further reinforcing security cooperation.

China announces a 7.2% increase in its defense budget for the year, reaching 1.67 trillion yuan (US$231 billion), signaling significant military expansion. Comparatively, this figure dwarfs Taiwan’s budget, amidst global rises in military spending.

President Tsai Ing-wen visits forces stationed at Penghu and pledges continued support for the Republic of China Armed Forces. She also inaugurates the renovated Wude Barracks and emphasizes the government’s dedication to revitalizing military dormitories nationwide. The defense budget for 2024 reaches a record high of NT＄600.7 billion, and Tsai inspects military demonstrations by the mechanized infantry battalion of the Penghu Defense Command. The president highlights ongoing defense reforms to establish a leaner and more modern military force and acknowledges the strategic importance of the Penghu force. With the Lunar New Year approaching, she advises officers to stay connected with their families and encourages quality time with loved ones for those on leave.

The Ministry of National Defense (MND) of Taiwan has announced that the first group of 650 conscription men will receive their individual combat gear on March 22 after completing basic training. The MND has allocated a budget of NT＄4.04 billion for the ＂Xing’an project＂ from 2022 to 2024, which aims to improve the living conditions and quality of life for officers and soldiers. The conscripts will promptly receive their complete battle gear after basic training to carry out various combat training tasks. Sizing for the gear was conducted during the first week of conscription, with distribution scheduled for a week before graduation or before March 22. The MND’s comprehensive distribution of new style combat outfits, which has been ongoing for five years, includes 15 items such as tactical helmets, vests, and shock-absorbing elbow and knee guards.