by Martin Haffner Associate Editor TAIPEI, TAIWAN – In a recent update, Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense (MND) has confirmed that the country’s air and naval surveillance detected a significant number of Chinese military assets operating near its shores on [date]. According to reports, a total of 14 Chinese aircraft were spotted in the area,…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Taiwan and China need to talk to each other to achieve peace given the “multifold changes” in the international situation, Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te said on Monday, calling for dialogue instead of confrontation. Lai, who China detests as a “separatist”, has repeatedly called for talks with Beijing, which has stepped…
By Martin Haffner Associate Editor The Taiwanese government classifies DeepSeek from China as a security risk – similar to the Pentagon. Italy blocks the AI bot due to data protection concerns. DeepSeek’s hyped large R1 language model and the chatbot based on it are not only causing tremors on the stock markets, but are also…
Francis Tuschek Taiwan has prohibited government employees from using DeepSeek, a newly launched Chinese AI model, due to concerns about potential data leaks to the Chinese government. The Ministry of Digital Affairs (MODA) announced that DeepSeek AI, being a Chinese ICT product, raises national security risks related to data breaches. This ban affects staff from…
Francis Tuschek The High Administrative Court has dismissed an appeal from a former naval chief petty officer who was fired for not reporting an attempt to recruit him for a Chinese espionage operation, labeling his unit’s decision as “reasonable.” In 2022, the officer, identified by the surname Tseng, stationed at the Zuoying naval base in…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense reported a significant increase in Chinese military incursions in the air and waters surrounding the island over the past week, heightening concerns about escalating tensions in the Taiwan Strait. The uptick comes amid ongoing geopolitical friction between Taiwan and China, raising alarms within the Taiwanese…
Richard Sanders A retired lieutenant general has been indicted for allegedly using Chinese funds to recruit military personnel for an “armed” group intended to support potential invading Chinese forces, according to prosecutors. Kao An-kuo was one of six individuals charged under the National Security Act, as stated by the High Prosecutors’ Office. The group reportedly…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Chinese Satellite Launch Poses No Threat, says Ministry of National Defense In a recent statement that has garnered attention, the Ministry of National Defense (MND) emphasized that the latest satellite launch by China does not pose any imminent threat to national security or regional stability. This assertion comes amidst ongoing…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editot In a significant development reflecting the ongoing tensions between Taiwan and China, Taiwan’s defense ministry has reported the detection of nine Chinese aircraft and six vessels operating in close proximity to its territorial waters. This incident underscores the increasing military activity in the region and highlights Taiwan’s vigilance in safeguarding…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor In a significant move that underscores the United States’ commitment to Taiwan’s defense amidst rising regional tensions, the Biden administration has approved an arms sale valued at approximately $2 billion. This package includes advanced missile defense systems and other military equipment aimed at bolstering Taiwan’s defense capabilities against potential threats…