by Martin Haffner Associate Editor In an era marked by fluctuating energy prices and increasing geopolitical tensions, Taiwan has set its sights on bolstering its energy security through strategic investments in international projects. One of the most promising initiatives on its radar is the Alaska LNG (liquefied natural gas) project, a move that underscores Taiwan’s…
Richard Sanders In a recent address at the National Review Institute’s Ideas Summit in Washington, retired Admiral Phillip Davidson, former commander of the US Indo-Pacific Command, emphasized Taiwan’s vital role in US economic and security interests in the Indo-Pacific region. He described Taiwan as a “cornerstone” of American influence and urged for enhanced defensive measures…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor In a significant move reflecting the escalating security threats in the region, Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen announced that the nation’s defense budget is set to exceed 3% of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP). This ambitious initiative comes as part of a broader military overhaul aimed at enhancing the island’s defensive…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor In a significant escalation of military tensions in the Taiwan Strait, China has announced a series of military exercises in close proximity to Taiwan, framing these maneuvers as a punitive response to what it describes as “separatist” activities by the Taiwanese government and pro-independence factions. This development has raised international…
Francis Tuschek Taiwan is set to dispatch officials at the deputy minister level to the United States for the rollout of its first F-16 Block 70 jet among a total of 66 units. Minister of National Defense Wellington Koo (顧立雄) announced this during a legislative committee meeting on Thursday, while noting that the US has…
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 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…
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…
Richard Sanders Taiwan continues to bolster its combat capabilities and acquire advanced military equipment, guided by its national defense strategy, government officials reaffirmed today. Their remarks followed a Nikkei Asia report suggesting that former US President Donald Trump might have urged Taiwan to purchase more arms to address the trade imbalance between the two nations….
Brian Iselin, Associate Editor- Brussels A Bold Strategy for DeterrenceAs tensions in the Taiwan Strait continue to simmer, it’s clear that Taipei needs to rethink its defensive posture. Having spent years studying Asian security dynamics, I believe Taiwan has a unique opportunity to create a formidable deterrent against potential aggression. The key? A robust missile…