by Martin Haffner Associate Editor In a dramatic escalation of tensions in East Asia, China has lashed out at the United States in response to recent developments regarding Taiwan’s independence. The meeting of top officials in Washington, D.C., has set a contentious stage for strained Sino-American relations and significantly raised the stakes over the Taiwan…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Taipei, Taiwan – In a move that underscores its commitment to self-defense and reflects the escalating geopolitical tensions in the region, Taiwan is reportedly negotiating a multibillion-dollar defense contract with the United States. The potential deal, which could include advanced weaponry and military support, is being viewed as a significant…
Richard Sanders Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) claims has uncovered a massive gap of nearly $5 trillion in US federal spending that it cannot account for. DOGE has claimed that Treasury records made some payments untraceable. Since the inauguration of US President Donald Trump on January 20, DOGE has been pressing ahead with budget…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor China Accuses US of ‘Backpedalling’ on Taiwan Independence Stance Beijing, China – Tensions between China and the United States have flared again, this time over what Beijing perceives as a shift in Washington’s stance on Taiwan’s independence. China’s Foreign Ministry has issued a strongly worded statement accusing the US of…
Francis Tuschek On Wednesday, US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth declared that the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia “must end” and expressed skepticism about Ukraine’s potential NATO membership. He indicated that the Biden administration’s focus would shift towards securing American borders and addressing threats from China, rather than prioritizing security in Europe and Ukraine….
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor In a notable show of military presence, two US Navy warships sailed through the Taiwan Strait on [insert specific date], marking the first time American naval vessels have traversed the sensitive waterway since the inauguration of former President Donald Trump in January 2017. This strategic maneuver underscores the United States’…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor TAIWAN SEEKS ALASKAN NATURAL GAS TO AVOID US TARIFFS Taipei, Taiwan – In a bid to reduce its reliance on US natural gas supplies and mitigate the impact of potential US tariffs, Taiwan authorities are exploring the purchase of natural gas from Alaska. The move is part of an effort…
Francis Tuschek U.S. Representatives Young Kim and Al Green have introduced a bipartisan bill known as the Taiwan Non-Discrimination Act, advocating for Taiwan’s inclusion in the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The legislation aims to ensure Taiwan’s involvement in IMF activities, create job opportunities for Taiwanese citizens at the IMF, and provide Taiwan with IMF assistance….
US Border Patrol agents have reportedly come under fire from suspected Mexican cartel members in southern Texas during an attempted illegal border crossing. US President Donald Trump declared a national emergency at the border with Mexico last week and deployed the military to several crossings, while seeking to deport potentially millions of people who are…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor In a high-stakes diplomatic address, Beijing’s top envoy to the United States emphasized that the Chinese government is willing to maintain stable ties with its key global partner, but made it clear that Taiwan’s independence ambitions are its number one concern. During a speech at the Carnegie Endowment for International…