Jake Sanders Taiwan is set to develop a new dome-shaped air defense system, dubbed the “T Dome,” to protect against potential hostile threats, President William Lai announced yesterday amidst escalating tensions with China. The initiative comes a day after the Taiwanese government warned of China’s increasing military capabilities aimed at the island. Although Lai did…
Jake Sanders. Editor Taipei, October 9, 2025 — Former Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison emphasized the importance of Taiwan’s security on the global stage today, warning that allowing the island nation to fall under Chinese authoritarian control would have far-reaching repercussions worldwide. During his keynote speech at the Taipei Security Dialogue, Morrison praised Taiwan’s recent…
Richard Sanders During a visit to Poland, Taiwan’s Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung emphasized the urgent need for Europe to stand with Taiwan, as both face threats from authoritarian neighbors. Addressing the Warsaw Security Forum, Lin highlighted that Taiwan and Europe share similar risks from countries like China and Russia, which challenge the international rules-based order…
Richard Sanders The Taipei Aerospace and Defense Exhibition officially opened yesterday, marking a significant milestone with the display of 51 new military systems and a record-breaking number of participating exhibitors. The three-day event, which runs through tomorrow at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center’s Hall 1, features 490 exhibitors across 1,500 booths—more than doubling the number from…
Richard Sanders The Philippine Navy officially inaugurated a new forward operating base in Mahatao, Batanes, last Thursday, marking a significant step in enhancing the country’s northern defenses. Located just 185 kilometers from Taiwan, this base holds critical strategic importance amid increasing regional tensions. Northern Luzon Command Commander Lieutenant General Fernyl Buca emphasized that the facility…
Richard Sanders In a significant display of military collaboration, more than 500 Taiwanese troops took part in the annual Northern Strike military exercise held in Michigan, a U.S. Pentagon-run event. The drill, which concluded this past Sunday, involved a total of 7,500 military personnel from 36 countries and territories worldwide, according to a report by…
Richard Sanders In the escalating arms race across the Pacific, the United States and its allies are ramping up their military capabilities in a bid to counter China’s expanding influence and potential threats, particularly concerning Taiwan. As the geopolitical tension heightens, new missile systems are set to play a crucial role in regional security strategies….
UK could fight China over Taiwan – Healey Richard Sanders The United Kingdom could resort to military force against China in the event of an escalation over Taiwan, British Defense Secretary John Healey has said, though he emphasized that London continues to prefer a diplomatic resolution. Speaking to The Telegraph during a visit to Australia,…
Jake Sanders Taiwan has commenced its most extensive military drills to date, aimed at countering Chinese threats and “gray zone” tactics that fall short of full-scale warfare. The 10-day Han Kuang exercises, the longest on record, began yesterday and will run continuously under realistic combat conditions, the Ministry of National Defense announced. The drills come…
Jake Sanders Taiwan’s military has strengthened its self-defense capabilities by establishing the nation’s first High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) unit, part of the 58th Artillery Command. This development marks a significant step in Taiwan’s strategic deterrence, as the unit is equipped with US-supplied HIMARS launchers capable of delivering precise long-range strikes. The formation ceremony,…