China to conduct military training in disputed part of South China Sea
(Reuters) – China will conduct military training in the South China Sea from July 29 to Aug. 2, covering a large area including the Paracel Islands and Macclesfield Bank, the…
Taiwan conducts defense exercise at its airport against simulated Chinese attack
(AFP) Taiwan held its first military exercises at Taoyuan International Airport on Wednesday, a simulation of the airport’s defense against a suspected attack by China, which forced a brief interruption…
China warns that ‘NATO-like’ alliances in Asia-Pacific region could cause conflict
China’s defense minister on Sunday (4) criticized the establishment of “NATO-like” military alliances in the Asia-Pacific region, which he said could result in a series of conflicts. Minister Li Shangfu’s…
Taiwan displays drones for ‘asymmetrical warfare’ with China and cites Ukraine
(Reuters) – Taiwan showed off new models of its locally produced military drones on Tuesday, saying they are essential to its “asymmetric warfare” capability to make its forces more agile…
China’s neighbors on alert after military spending surge
Beijing’s announcement of record defense budget comes at a time of geopolitical tensions in the region. Experts believe China wants to become a naval power. (DW) At the opening of…
Taiwan to strengthen military ties with US
(AFP) Taiwan will strengthen its military ties with the United States to contain “authoritarian expansionism,” President Tsai Ing-wen announced Tuesday (21), after meeting with U.S. lawmakers visiting the Southeast Asian…
Taiwan: what lessons from Chinese military exercises around the island?
Despite appeals from Western countries and Japan, China confirmed on Monday (8) the continuation of its military exercises around Taiwan, still as a response to the visit of US Congresswoman…