US approves $2 billion weapons deal to Taiwan

US approves $2 billion weapons deal to Taiwan

The Pentagon announced on Friday that the United States has approved a potential $2 billion arms sale package to Taiwan. The package includes the delivery of an advanced air defense missile system, which has undergone battle testing in Ukraine, marking its first deployment to the island.] Despite the lack of formal diplomatic relations, Beijing continues…

China exercises live fire on island near Taiwan

China exercises live fire on island near Taiwan

In a significant display of military might, China conducted a live-firing exercise from its territory nearest to Taiwan, just one week following a comprehensive drill that encircled the island. In recent years, the Chinese military has ramped up its drills off the coast of Taiwan, reflecting an escalation in its claims over the self-governed island….

China 'punishes' Taiwan's president critiques with fresh exercises

China ‘punishes’ Taiwan’s president critiques with fresh exercises

On Monday, China initiated new military exercises off the coast of Taiwan, characterizing the actions as a form of “punishment” in response to remarks made by President William Lai, who pledged to “resist annexation” and “encroachment upon our sovereignty.” China asserts ownership over the self-governing island of Taiwan, with President Xi Jinping declaring a commitment…