Francis Tuschek The US military would be unprepared for a protracted war with China due to shortcomings in the defense industrial base, President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Joint Chiefs of Staff has said. In his written testimony to the Senate Armed Services Committee on Tuesday – part of the confirmation process – retired…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor In recent weeks, the Taiwanese Strait has become a focal point of heightened military activity, as the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) of China undertakes a series of large-scale military drills dubbed ‘Strait Thunder.’ These maneuvers have raised concerns in Taiwan and among international observers, signaling escalating tensions in the region….
Richard Sanders The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) has initiated yet another military exercise near Taiwan, aimed at discouraging “separatism,” as announced by the Defense Ministry on Tuesday. According to Colonel Shi Yi, spokesperson for the PLA’s Eastern Theater Command, the drill involves various branches including the army, navy, air force, and rocket forces. It…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor In a significant escalation of tensions in the Taiwan Strait, China has commenced extensive military exercises in proximity to Taiwan, amplifying concerns over regional stability and security. The drills, which include air and naval maneuvers, have been framed by Beijing as a necessary response to perceived provocations from Taiwan and…
Richard Sanders US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has unveiled a strategic directive aimed at reorienting the U.S. military’s focus to prioritize deterring China’s potential acquisition of Taiwan, with an emphasis on bolstering homeland defense. This internal memo, entitled the Interim National Defense Strategic Guidance, has been characterized as influentially shaped by the conservative think tank,…
The Pentagon’s new strategy to prioritise Taiwan as the “exclusive animating scenario” is a bold, necessary shift—and one that comes with both significant benefits and undeniable risks. Let’s be clear: this isn’t just a bureaucratic reshuffle; it’s a fundamental reordering of U.S. military priorities in the face of China’s growing aggression. But as with any…
What does it mean when a small island stands firm against a rising tide of chaos? It’s a kind of strength you want to get behind. Taiwan’s recent disaster simulation isn’t just preparedness; it’s a profound statement about the human spirit. It’s about a nation choosing responsibility over resignation, order over the encroaching abyss. This…
by Maertin Haffner Associate Editor TSMC Affirms Commitment to Taiwan with New Domestic Fab Amid Overseas Expansion In a move that underscores its dedication to bolstering Taiwan’s semiconductor industry, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has announced its plans to construct a new fabrication plant (fab) on home soil. This development comes at a time of…
Richard Sanders The United States will maintain “strong, prepared, and credible deterrence” in the Taiwan Strait, US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stated during his visit to Asia, deeming China “aggressive and coercive.” “America is dedicated to sustaining robust deterrence in the Indo-Pacific, particularly across the Taiwan Strait,” noted Hegseth, who arrived in Japan from…
Francis Tuschek US President Donald Trump has said he has no plans to fire anyone after a journalist accessed a chat on the Signal encrypted messaging app in which senior members of the administration discussed military operations. On Monday, The Atlantic magazine detailed purported confidential conversations between Vice President J.D. Vance, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth,…