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…
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…
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…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor EIJING — The Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council on Thursday condemned Taiwan authorities led by Lai Ching-te for deliberately obstructing media exchanges between the two sides of the Taiwan Strait. Chen Binhua, a spokesman for the office, made the remarks after Taiwan authorities announced the suspension of a…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Taiwan’s defence ministry said on Thursday that Chinese warplanes and warships had carried out the first “combat patrol” around the island of the New Year, after Taiwan President Lai Ching-te again expressed willingness to talk to Beijing. China, which views democratically governed Taiwan as its own territory, sends its military…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Title: Xi Jinping Asserts China’s Position on Taiwan: “Annexation Can’t Be Stopped” In a recent address, Chinese President Xi Jinping made a bold statement regarding China’s long-standing claim over Taiwan, asserting that the annexation of the self-governed island is an inevitability that cannot be impeded. This declaration has intensified discussions…
by Marti Haffner Associate Editor TAIPEI — The average annual temperature in Taiwan reached a record high of 24.97 C in 2024, making it the warmest year on record, the local meteorological department said Tuesday. This figure is 1.66 degrees above the century-long average. All months except December recorded above-normal temperatures, the meteorological department told…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Is America Testing China’s ‘Red Lines’ on Taiwan? In recent years, tensions between the United States and China have escalated significantly, particularly regarding Taiwan. As one of the most sensitive geopolitical flashpoints in the region, Taiwan’s status is a matter of both national pride and strategic interest for China. Meanwhile,…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor In recent statements, officials from Mainland China have called on Taiwan’s Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) to stop hindering cross-Strait tourism, emphasizing the importance of open exchanges and mutual understanding between the two regions. This appeal comes against the backdrop of increasing tensions between the two sides, particularly regarding political ideologies…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Taiwan’s Presidential Office Conducts First ‘Tabletop’ Simulation of Chinese Military Escalation In a significant move to bolster national security and enhance preparedness, Taiwan’s Presidential Office recently conducted its inaugural “tabletop” simulation exercise focused on a potential military escalation by China. This exercise underscores Taipei’s commitment to proactive defense strategies amid…