🇹🇼 Taiwan

Taipei's Massive Civil Defense Drill Signals Rising Tensions with China
July 21 @ 12:44pm ET  
Taipei halted for a massive civil defense drill on July 17, simulating a Chinese invasion. This exercise, alongside Taiwan's largest war games, reflects rising tensions with Beijing.
Taiwan's Han Kuang Drill: A Bold Stand Against Chinese Threats
July 10 @ 12:42pm ET  
Taiwan's largest-ever Han Kuang military drill, spanning ten days from July 9, tests defenses against Chinese threats. With 22,000 reservists and U.S. weaponry, it counters gray zone tactics amid rising tensions.
Czech Intelligence Exposes Chinese Plot Against Taiwan VP in Prague
June 30 @ 4:07am ET  
Czech intelligence uncovered a Chinese plot to intimidate Taiwan VP Hsiao Bi-khim during her 2024 Prague visit. The incident, involving tailing and a near car crash, has sparked diplomatic tensions.
US Army Pacific Commander Highlights Challenges to Chinese Invasion of Taiwan
June 29 @ 11:30pm ET  
Army Gen. Ronald P. Clark, U.S. Army Pacific commander, warns that a Chinese invasion of Taiwan faces significant challenges due to U.S. deterrence efforts. He highlights China's rapid military growth as a concern for regional stability.
Taiwan's Urgent Push to Build Domestic Drone Industry Amid China Tensions
June 23 @ 8:48am ET  
Taiwan is urgently building a domestic drone industry to counter potential conflict with China. Partnerships with U.S. firms and lessons from Ukraine are shaping its strategy for military readiness.
Taiwan Sentences Chinese Captain for Undersea Cable Sabotage
June 13 @ 8:40pm ET  
Taiwan has sentenced a Chinese ship captain to three years for sabotaging an undersea cable, marking a landmark case. Taipei calls this a 'grey zone' tactic by Beijing to pressure the island without direct conflict.
U.S. Lawmakers Urge Hotel Chains to Drop 'Taiwan, China' Designation
May 23 @ 8:06pm ET  
U.S. lawmakers are pressing Hilton, Marriott, and Hyatt to stop using 'Taiwan, China' on their platforms. The label implies Taiwan is part of China, undermining its democracy, according to Chairman Moolenaar and Senator Blackburn.
Taiwan Detains Men Arriving by Boat from China in Latest Security Breach
May 21 @ 12:40pm ET  
Taiwan has arrested men arriving by small boat from China, marking the third such incident this month. These unauthorized crossings on May 19 have raised significant security concerns amid ongoing tensions.