Francis Tuschek, Staff writer NATO countries should start spending 5% of their GDP on defense, US President-elect Donald Trump said on Tuesday. European members of the US-led military bloc, he told a press conference, continue to spend “only a tiny fraction” of what Washington spends on defense, even though they are more affected by the ongoing conflict…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Taipei, Taiwan – In response to escalating tensions in the region and uncertainty surrounding its defense budget, Taiwan has launched a series of military drills aimed at enhancing its readiness to counter potential threats. These exercises come at a time when discussions regarding possible cuts to the defense budget have…
Richard Sanders, Staff Writer US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has told Chinese companies they could face “significant consequences” if they provide material support to Russia in its conflict with Ukraine. Washington has repeatedly accused China of supplying Moscow with dual-use technology that could bolster its military capabilities, a claim Beijing has denied. Yellen held a video call…
by Maetin Haffner Associate Editor Taiwan Launches First-Ever Digital Nomad Visa: Here’s What to Know In an exciting development for remote workers and digital nomads around the world, Taiwan has unveiled its first-ever digital nomad visa, opening the door for professionals seeking a vibrant, tech-savvy environment to live and work. This initiative marks a significant…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Taiwan has sought South Korea’s assistance in investigating a Chinese cargo vessel suspected of severing undersea communication cables off its coast. This development comes amid escalating tensions in the Taiwan Strait, and observers are closely monitoring whether this incident could further strain cross-strait relations. On Sunday, the Financial Times reported…
Richard Sanders, Staff Writer Taiwan’s Ministry of Defence (MND) on Sunday detected five People’s Liberation Army (PLA) aircraft and six People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) vessels near its territory. The MND noted that four of these aircraft crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait, entering Taiwan’s northern and southwester Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ)….
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Taiwan’s Ministry of Defence (MND) on Sunday detected five People’s Liberation Army (PLA) aircraft and six People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) vessels near its territory. The MND noted that four of these aircraft crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait, entering Taiwan’s northern and southwester Air Defence Identification Zone…
According to MAC Minister Chiu Chui-cheng, Beijing’s approach aims to convert Taiwanese citizens into Chinese nationals, potentially providing justification for future military actions against Taiwan. The issue arose from a recent interview on YouTube, where Pa Chiung spoke with Lin Jincheng, the head of the Taiwan Youth Entrepreneurship Park in Quanzhou, China. Lin alleged that…
Richard Sanders, Staff Writer On Friday, the US imposed sanctions on a hacking group based in Beijing that has connections to the Chinese government, accusing them of attacking essential US government infrastructure. The US Department of the Treasury identified Integrity Technology Group Inc as responsible for various cyberattacks on US entities, particularly within critical infrastructure…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Title: Taiwan Alleges Rising Chinese Disinformation Campaigns to Destabilize Democracy and Strain US Relations Introduction As Taiwan continues to strengthen its democratic framework and assert its sovereignty, officials have raised alarms over a growing tide of disinformation campaigns believed to originate from mainland China. These efforts are seen as part…