A long-range Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) that has been described as China's version of the HIMARS could be a "game changer" in a potential direct conflict with Taiwan, according to one expert ... ( read original story ...)
Former Defense Secretary Esper advises American policy toward Taiwan needs update: ‘Outlived its usefulness’
Former Secretary of Defense Mark Esper advised the United States to update its policy toward Taiwan, listing that as one step in deterring China's aggression. ( read original story ...)
China’s Drills Threaten Status Quo of Taiwan Strait, Warns Taipei
TAIPEI - China sent more warplanes and ships across the sensitive median line in the Taiwan Strait Friday according to Taiwanese defense officials who ... ( read original story ...)
China Sends Record 68 Aircraft & 13 Warships To Taiwan Strait As Threat Over Taipei Looms
Taiwanese defence ministry announced that at least 68 Chinese warplanes & 13 warships were spotted in the vicinity of China's military exercises close to Taiwan ... ( read original story ...)
China halts climate, military ties over Pelosi Taiwan visit
China on Friday said it is canceling or suspending dialogue with the United States on a range of issues from climate change to military relations and anti-drug efforts in retaliation for a visit this ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan news: China puts ‘ring of steel’ around island and cuts off all US talks; Taipei warns of ‘firm action’
Taiwan latest as China announces it will sanction US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on her visit to the island, which says it is in a state of "combat readiness". ( read original story ...)
Scoot announces Taipei flight cancellations as China military drills continue
SINGAPORE — Budget carrier Scoot on Friday (Aug 5) said that it has cancelled all of its flights to Taiwan on Aug 5 and 6 as a result of the ongoing airspace restrictions due to China’s military ... ( read original story ...)
Why is everyone talking about Taiwan?
A US politician's visit to Taiwan has got lots of people talking and China is not happy - but what's the big issue? ( read original story ...)
China halts military and climate ties with U.S. and sanctions Pelosi in fury over Taiwan visit
The latest retaliation came as military drills launched by Beijing sent warplanes, naval ships and missiles menacingly close to the small island democracy despite growing criticism. ( read original story ...)
China halts military, climate ties with U.S. and sanctions Pelosi in fury over Taiwan visit
The new measures were announced as military drills launched by Beijing sent warplanes, ships and missiles menacingly close to the small island democracy for a second day. ( read original story ...)
Chinese Warplanes, Ships Cross De Facto Sea Border with Taiwan, Taipei Says
Taiwan’s military said in a statement that its reconnaissance planes and naval vessels are monitoring the Chinese activity, which it called “highly provocative.” It is the second consecutive day ... ( read original story ...)
China fires ballistic missiles directly over Taipei in major escalation
China fired multiple ballistic missiles in the direction of Taiwan on Friday morning, four of which flew over capital city Taipei in an unprecedented escalation, as it continues to carry out the ... ( read original story ...)
China sanctions Pelosi, sends 100 warplanes to Taiwan drills
China says more than 100 warplanes and 10 warships have taken part in joint live-fire military drills surrounding Taiwan over the past two days ... ( read original story ...)
China Sanctions Nancy Pelosi Over Visit To Taiwan
The Chinese statement called the U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit provocative and said it undermines China’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. ( read original story ...)
The last time there was a Taiwan crisis, China’s low-tech military was badly outmatched by U.S. forces. Not now.
The United States can no longer assume it has military dominance in the event of a showdown with China over Taiwan, experts say. ( read original story ...)
China Would Re-Educate Taiwan in Event of Reunification, Ambassador Says
China's ambassador to France Lu Shaye said he's sure that after re-education the Taiwanese people will become "patriotic" again. ( read original story ...)