Russian-Chinese Naval Drills in Yellow Sea Raise Regional Security Concerns Amid Taiwan Tensions

Richard Saunders, Kampot The Russian Pacific Fleet announced on Monday that Russian and Chinese warships carried out live-fire exercises in the Yellow Sea as part of the annual Joint Sea-2026 naval drills, highlighting deepening military ties between Moscow and Beijing that are increasingly watched with unease from Taipei. The sea phase of the exercises brought…

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DP Smart’s Rogy360 Deployed on Kaohsiung Port’s AI Patrol Vessel

Kaohsiung, Taiwan — DP Smart announced that its Rogy360 panoramic imaging system has been successfully deployed on Kaohsiung Port’s AI-powered patrol vessel “Zhiyu,” enhancing the port’s smart maritime surveillance and operational safety. Integrated with the vessel’s multi-sensor suite, Rogy360 delivers continuous 360-degree panoramic imaging to support real-time monitoring, situational awareness, and AI-assisted analysis. The system…

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U.S. Boat Strikes Raise Fears China Could Exploit Precedent in South China Sea

Richard Saunders, Kaoshiung The United States military carried out another strike against an alleged drug-trafficking vessel in the eastern Pacific on Friday, killing two people, according to U.S. Southern Command. The operation, part of the ongoing campaign known as Operation Southern Spear, has now resulted in at least 117 deaths since September. Officials said the…

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China suddenly launched a live-fire shooting on Niushan Island 

On 21st Oct, China’s Fujian Pingtan Maritime Safety Bureau announced that a live-fire shooting will be held in Niushan Island, a no-navigation zone was set up. Tawian’s Ministry of National Defense responsed earlier today (22nd), the live-fire firing was a routine exercise, which will be closely monitored and appropriately handled. The Pingtan Maritime Safety Bureau…

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Vietnam is racing to build fortified islands in the South China Sea, faster than China.

Benjaim Blandin, French Researcher by Franci Tuschek, Staff Writer Vietnam is rapidly advancing its efforts to establish a network of small fortified islands and reclaimed reefs in the South China Sea, a strategy that has garnered considerable attention. French researcher Benjamin Blandin has meticulously documented these developments, providing comprehensive insights into Vietnam’s recent activities in…

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