Taiwan Strait

May- 2025 -

28 May

Taiwan to Form First Army Drone Units as Invasion Threat Intensifies

Taiwan’s military is set to establish its first-ever army drone units later this year, part of a broader push to modernize its forces amid escalating threats from China.

27 May

Asia Pacific

Joe Saballa

New Rules Target Taiwan Conscripts With China Ties

Taiwan has expanded its conscription rules for individuals with close ties to China, a move officials say is aimed at safeguarding national security amid continued cross-strait tensions.

22 May

Asia Pacific

Staff Writer With AFP

China Conducted Drills Near Taiwan on Lai’s One Year in Office: State TV

China conducted amphibious drills in some of its closest waters to Taiwan as the self-ruled island's president marked one year in office, state broadcaster CCTV said.

20 May

Asia Pacific

Staff Writer With AFP

Taiwan Says ‘Willing’ to Talk to China as Island Boosts Defenses

Taiwan is prepared to talk to China as equals but it will continue to build up its defenses, the island's President Lai Ching-te said Tuesday as he marked his first year in office.

19 May

Asia Pacific

Staff Writer With AFP

Taiwan Says ‘Urgent Need’ for Surveillance Tech After Chinese Boat Arrived Undetected

Taiwan's coast guard said on Monday there was an "urgent need" for infrared thermal imaging and other technology to detect small boats off the island after it detained two Chinese nationals.

Mar- 2025 -

26 March

Asia Pacific

Joe Saballa

Taiwan Unveils ‘Endeavor Manta’ – A Ukraine-Inspired Drone Boat for Asymmetric Warfare

The Taiwanese military has unveiled its first domestically built unmanned surface vessel, drawing significant inspiration from the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

21 March

Exercises

Joe Saballa

Military Engineers Shine in Taiwan’s ‘Immediate Response’ Drills

Taiwan’s military engineers took center stage on the third day of the “Immediate Combat Response” drills, showcasing their ability to fortify defenses.

12 March

Asia Pacific

Staff Writer With AFP

Taiwan Premier Says Trump’s Call to Hike Defense Budget to 10% of GDP ‘Impossible’

Taiwan's premier said raising defense spending to 10 percent of the island's gross domestic product is "impossible," despite US calls for such a hike.

10 March

Drones - Latest News, Features & Expert Opinion

Joe Saballa

Taiwan Military to Procure Four Types of Attack Drones: Official

The Taiwanese military is set to acquire four distinct types of kamikaze drone to enhance its lethality in the face of growing regional threats, according to a senior official.

4 March

Asia Pacific