by Martin Haffner Associate Editor China is building landing barges which could be used to transport tanks and troops for a full-scale invasion of Taiwan, defence analysts have warned. As many as five of the vessels have reportedly been observed at Guangzhou, with each of the huge barges taking just a few months to complete. They…
Richard Sanders President William Lai announced a comprehensive plan yesterday, outlining 17 strategies designed to counter increasing infiltration efforts from China, Hong Kong, and Macau. The initiatives range from reinstating the military court system to tightening scrutiny on immigrants from these regions. Following a meeting with national security officials, Lai addressed concerns over recent incidents…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor In a stark and foreboding assessment, UK officials have issued a grim warning that the nation could face severe repercussions, leading to a potential “shutdown,” if China decides to invade Taiwan. This chilling scenario was raised during discussions on national security and foreign policy, underscoring the UK’s growing concern over…
Richard Sanders American and Ukrainian delegations discussed the issue of territorial concessions during their meeting in Saudi Arabia, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed on Wednesday. Representatives from Washington and Kiev met in Jeddah on Tuesday to discuss a path toward a peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict. Kiev claims sovereignty over Crimea, the…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor The delay in the delivery of a batch of domestically made trainer jets to the air force is due to problems with “external procurement components and systems,” the military said in a report sent to lawmakers for review today. The military’s top research unit, the National Chung-Shan Institute of Science…
Francis Tuschek The acting executive secretary of the US Agency for International Development (USAID), Erica Carr, has directed remaining staff to destroy sensitive documents stored at the agency’s former headquarters in Washington, D.C., according to an internal email. President Donald Trump and Elon Musk, who leads the recently established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), have…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor The geopolitical landscape of East Asia is increasingly precarious, with rising tensions between China and Taiwan capturing global attention. An invasion of Taiwan by China would not only impact the immediate region but also have far-reaching consequences for countries worldwide, including the United Kingdom. While the UK may seem geographically…
Francis Tuschek The Director of the American Institute in Taiwan announced that the US plans to enhance investment and trade ties, aiming for mutual prosperity. In a recent interview, American Institute in Taiwan Director Raymond Greene emphasized that the US remains committed to Taiwan, ensuring its safety, strength, and prosperity. “The US has consistently supported…
Richard Sanders In a decisive move to maintain its leadership in advanced semiconductor technology, Taiwan’s government has pledged to ensure that cutting-edge chip manufacturing capabilities remain on the island. This commitment follows Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s (TSMC) announcement of a substantial $100 billion investment in expanding its operations in the United States over the next…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor In a stark warning reflecting the escalating tensions across the Taiwan Strait, China’s military has declared its intent to tighten the “noose” around Taiwan should separatist sentiments on the island grow. This announcement underscores the Chinese government’s unwavering stance against any moves toward independence by Taiwan, which it considers a…