NATO will increase its military activities in the Baltic Sea following a string of submarine cable disruptions, the alliance’s chief, Mark Rutte, has said. The secretary general made his statement following a phone call with Finnish President Alexander Stubb on Friday. Helsinki has launched an investigation after the Estlink 2 undersea power cable was damaged…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor In the face of increasing tensions with China, Taiwan is not only bolstering its military defenses but also making comprehensive preparations across various sectors to ensure national resilience. The island’s strategy highlights a multi-pronged approach encompassing economic, diplomatic, technological, and societal dimensions to mitigate the impact of a potential invasion…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor With less than a month before United States President Joe Biden leaves the White House, his administration announced another round of military aid and arms sales to China’s Taiwan region over the weekend, totaling more than $800 million. It was the 19th round of such arms sales and assistance to…
Richard Sanders, Staff Writer The Chungshan Institute of Science and Technology received an order from the navy for a domestically developed exploding drone, the state-owned defense technology research group said yesterday. The institute is conducting the final certification tests before delivering Loitering Munition 1 to the navy, institute aeronautics systems research division director Yeh Chia-fan…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor China’s Defense Ministry is firmly opposed to and strongly condemned the latest United States military aid and arms sales to China’s Taiwan region, a spokesman said on Monday. The ministry spokesman Wu Qian made the remarks in response to the recent approval by the US government to provide approximately $571.3…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Taipei, Taiwan – In a recent statement that has stirred discussions across political and economic circles, Taiwan’s financial authorities have cautioned that proposed changes in legislation could have significant repercussions on the nation’s fiscal health. As the government navigates a complex economic landscape marked by global uncertainties, officials are emphasizing…
Taiwan has received 38 Abrams tanks from the US after a five-year wait, the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday. Supply-chain problems “have proven more effective in keeping advanced American weaponry out of Taiwanese hands” than Beijing’s warnings have, the newspaper noted. China views the self-governing island as a part of its territory. The US…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor China strongly deplores and firmly opposes US military assistance and arms sales to China’s Taiwan region, and has immediately lodged solemn representations with the United States, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said Sunday. The White House on December 21 announced military assistance worth US$571.3 million to Taiwan. The US Department…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor In a decisive step amid escalating geopolitical tensions in the Asia-Pacific region, President Joe Biden has approved a substantial package of $571 million in defense support for Taiwan. This decision underscores the United States’ commitment to bolstering Taiwan’s defenses as it faces increasing military pressure from China. The relationship between…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Taipei, Taiwan – A chaotic scene unfolded in Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan on Tuesday as lawmakers from opposing parties engaged in a physical altercation over a series of contentious bills that critics claim threaten the island’s democratic values. The clash erupted during a debate session, drawing nationwide attention and raising concerns…