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First US Navy ships sail through Taiwan Strait since Trump inauguration

Two U.S. Navy vessels navigated the strategically significant Taiwan Strait this week, marking the first operation of this kind since President Donald Trump assumed office last month. This move provoked a strong response from China, which asserted that the mission heightened security risks in the region. The U.S. Navy typically conducts transits through the strait approximately once a month, often accompanied by ships from allied … Continue reading First US Navy ships sail through Taiwan Strait since Trump inauguration

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Chinese military delegation to visit Japan in mid-January

Chinese military representatives are scheduled to visit Japan in mid-January, as per the agreement between the two nations, to foster mutual “understanding and trust,” the Chinese defense ministry announced on Monday. A delegation from the Eastern Theatre Command of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) will engage with officials from the Japanese Ministry of Defence and the Joint Staff of the Self-Defense Forces, according to … Continue reading Chinese military delegation to visit Japan in mid-January

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Navy personnel stand on board the Kuang Hua VI-class missile boat and Tuo Chiang-class corvette as the Taiwan military demonstrates combat readiness ahead of the upcoming Lunar New Year holidays as part of an annual exercise in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
DEFENCE

Taiwan’s navy demonstrates its capabilities through a simulated attack drill

On Thursday, Taiwan’s navy conducted a simulation aimed at repelling enemy vessels, concluding three days of New Year exercises. The operation featured two of its latest and most sophisticated warships leading a flotilla into the Taiwan Strait. China, which claims Taiwan as part of its territory, routinely deploys its air force and navy in the vicinity of the island, a strategy that the Taipei government … Continue reading Taiwan’s navy demonstrates its capabilities through a simulated attack drill

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Taiwan has observed an increase in the activity of Chinese military aircraft and naval vessels in its vicinity

Taiwan observed an increase in Chinese military operations surrounding the island on Tuesday, reporting the presence of 47 military aircraft. This heightened activity comes as Taiwan remains on high alert following the return of its president from a trip to the United States. China, which considers the democratically governed Taiwan as part of its territory, was anticipated to conduct military drills in response to President … Continue reading Taiwan has observed an increase in the activity of Chinese military aircraft and naval vessels in its vicinity

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Philippine military chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. left, greets US soldiers beside a HIMARS rocket launcher on display during the Asian Defense and Security Exhibition.
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U.S. and Japan have launched a new missile strategy to counter a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan

A U.S. initiative to position advanced missile systems on a Japanese island chain near Taiwan is eliciting strong reactions from both China and its ally Russia. According to a report by Kyodo News on Sunday, which referenced unnamed sources, the United States is formulating a collaborative military strategy with Japan to deploy High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) and additional weaponry to Japan’s Nansei islands. … Continue reading U.S. and Japan have launched a new missile strategy to counter a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan

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U.S. Navy patrol aircraft traversed the sensitive Taiwan Strait

A U.S. Navy patrol aircraft traversed the Taiwan Strait on Tuesday, operating “in international airspace,” according to a statement from the U.S. 7th Fleet. This action underscores the United States’ dedication to maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific region. U.S. military vessels and aircraft typically navigate through or over this strategically significant waterway, which separates Taiwan, a democratically governed entity, from China, approximately once a … Continue reading U.S. Navy patrol aircraft traversed the sensitive Taiwan Strait

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China’s Cold War-era bomber improves its capacity to target U.S. military installations

In a recent series of military exercises conducted in the waters and airspace surrounding Taiwan, China showcased some of its latest strike aircraft, naval vessels, and missile systems. Among the most formidable assets displayed was an upgraded variant of a bomber that originally took to the skies during the early Cold War period. Similar to the United States, which continues to utilize enhanced versions of … Continue reading China’s Cold War-era bomber improves its capacity to target U.S. military installations

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Taiwan’s Defence Minister says Chinese blockade of Taiwan would constitute an act of war

A genuine Chinese blockade of Taiwan would constitute an act of war and have significant implications for global trade, stated Defence Minister Wellington Koo on Wednesday, following recent military exercises by China that simulated such a scenario. China, which claims Taiwan as part of its territory despite the island’s democratic governance, has conducted nearly daily military operations in the vicinity over the past five years, … Continue reading Taiwan’s Defence Minister says Chinese blockade of Taiwan would constitute an act of war

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Wang emphasizes China’s position as a mediator and advocates for a ceasefire in the Middle East

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi aimed to enhance his nation’s image as a global peacemaker during the United Nations General Assembly on Saturday. He called for an end to hostilities in the Middle East and highlighted Beijing’s diplomatic initiatives regarding Russia’s conflict in Ukraine. Wang’s remarks followed Israel’s airstrike in Beirut that killed the leader of Hezbollah, an Iran-aligned group, escalating concerns about a broader … Continue reading Wang emphasizes China’s position as a mediator and advocates for a ceasefire in the Middle East

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Naval vessels from New Zealand and Australia traversed the Taiwan Strait on Wednesday

Naval ships from New Zealand and Australia transited the Taiwan Strait on Wednesday, as confirmed by New Zealand Defence Minister Judith Collins in a statement released on Thursday. The vessels navigated the disputed strait starting at 2 PM local time on Wednesday, an action Collins characterized as a standard operation in line with international law. “The New Zealand Defence Force undertakes all operations in compliance … Continue reading Naval vessels from New Zealand and Australia traversed the Taiwan Strait on Wednesday

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