The Pentagon’s new strategy to prioritise Taiwan as the “exclusive animating scenario” is a bold, necessary shift—and one that comes with both significant benefits and undeniable risks. Let’s be clear: this isn’t just a bureaucratic reshuffle; it’s a fundamental reordering of U.S. military priorities in the face of China’s growing aggression. But as with any…
What does it mean when a small island stands firm against a rising tide of chaos? It’s a kind of strength you want to get behind. Taiwan’s recent disaster simulation isn’t just preparedness; it’s a profound statement about the human spirit. It’s about a nation choosing responsibility over resignation, order over the encroaching abyss. This…
by Maertin Haffner Associate Editor TSMC Affirms Commitment to Taiwan with New Domestic Fab Amid Overseas Expansion In a move that underscores its dedication to bolstering Taiwan’s semiconductor industry, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has announced its plans to construct a new fabrication plant (fab) on home soil. This development comes at a time of…
Richard Sanders The United States will maintain “strong, prepared, and credible deterrence” in the Taiwan Strait, US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stated during his visit to Asia, deeming China “aggressive and coercive.” “America is dedicated to sustaining robust deterrence in the Indo-Pacific, particularly across the Taiwan Strait,” noted Hegseth, who arrived in Japan from…
Francis Tuschek US President Donald Trump has said he has no plans to fire anyone after a journalist accessed a chat on the Signal encrypted messaging app in which senior members of the administration discussed military operations. On Monday, The Atlantic magazine detailed purported confidential conversations between Vice President J.D. Vance, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth,…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor In a significant move to alleviate financial pressures on households and businesses, Taiwan has announced a freeze on electricity prices. This decision comes in the wake of the state-run power utility, Taiwan Power Company (Taipower), reporting staggering losses amounting to approximately $13 billion in the past fiscal year. The freeze…
Richard Sanders President William Lai has reiterated Taiwan’s dedication to supporting indigenous defense projects, emphasizing the importance of funding for domestic shipbuilding and aircraft initiatives. Speaking at a keel-laying ceremony in Kaohsiung for the first of six local cruisers, Lai noted that these efforts are vital to enhancing the nation’s self-defense capabilities. The cruisers, commissioned…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor In a significant development in the semiconductor industry, Taiwan’s government has launched an investigation into Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (SMIC), China’s largest chipmaker, for allegedly engaging in the unauthorized poaching of Taiwanese talent. The probe comes amid rising tensions between Taiwan and China, particularly over technology transfer and intellectual property…
Richard Sanders In a recent interview, James Redfarn, Communications Officer of the non-profit organization Stop Uyghur Genocide, shared insights about his journey as an Uyghur human rights activist and the ongoing efforts to raise awareness about the plight of the Uyghur people. Redfarn’s passion for activism ignited at a young age, particularly fueled by the…
Richard Sanders During today’s visit to Manila, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that the Trump administration will support the Philippines in addressing the threats from China. Amidst a national security controversy in the US, Hegseth reaffirmed Washington’s strong commitment to the region during a meeting with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. today in Manila….