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Flags of Taiwan and U.S. are placed for a meeting.
DIPLOMACY

Senior U.S. diplomat arrived in Taipei to mitigate the impact of Trump’s recent criticisms

A senior U.S. diplomat responsible for managing relations with Taiwan has arrived in Taipei, as announced by the de facto U.S. embassy on Tuesday. This visit comes as Taiwanese officials attempt to mitigate the impact of Donald Trump‘s recent criticisms regarding the island’s vital semiconductor industry and defense requirements. Despite the absence of formal diplomatic relations, the United States remains Taiwan’s most significant international ally … Continue reading Senior U.S. diplomat arrived in Taipei to mitigate the impact of Trump’s recent criticisms

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DEFENCE

Taiwan says China’s live-fire drills may serve as demonstration of China’s “deterrence effect”

Taiwan’s defense ministry announced on Tuesday that the live-fire military exercises conducted by China in a province adjacent to the island are part of standard annual training. However, they may also serve as a demonstration of China’s “deterrence effect” in the Taiwan Strait region. In a notice issued late Monday, China’s Maritime Safety Administration indicated that an area surrounding Niushan Island in Fujian province would … Continue reading Taiwan says China’s live-fire drills may serve as demonstration of China’s “deterrence effect”

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DEFENCE

China deployed a record 153 military aircraft during war games near Taiwan

China deployed a record 153 military aircraft during war games near Taiwan, according to the island’s government on Tuesday. They emphasized that such exercises conducted without prior notification pose a threat to regional stability. The one-day “Joint Sword-2024B” drill, which took place on Monday without advance warning, was characterized by China as a response to “separatist actions” following a national day address by Taiwan’s President … Continue reading China deployed a record 153 military aircraft during war games near Taiwan

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