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Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defence reported today that 33 Chinese aircraft and five vessels were detected in the vicinity of Taiwan in the 24 hours leading up to 6 a.m., …

Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) criticised China on Wednesday for organising two summits for Taiwanese participants later this week, claiming these gatherings aim to “lecture” rather than promote authentic exchanges …

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te on Tuesday criticised China for threatening peace across the Taiwan Strait, calling it an “aggressor” despite reiterating his willingness to hold talks with Beijing, Central News …

The G7 Foreign Ministers, along with the High Representative of the European Union, expressed concern over China’s recent “provocative actions,” especially the large-scale military drills conducted around Taiwan. In a …

Switzerland has issued a warning to China, urging it to avoid escalating tensions after China conducted a live-fire exercise off Taiwan’s southern coast last month, as reported by Taiwan News. …

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defence (MND) has detected 17 Chinese military aircraft, eight naval vessels and three official ships around the country until 6 am (local time) on Saturday. Of …

China has set up a live-fire training area just 40 nautical miles (75 kilometres) from Taiwan’s port city of Kaohsiung without prior notice, raising concerns over regional security and the …

The Ministry of National Defense (MND) detected 30 People’s Liberation Army (PLA) aircraft, seven People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) vessels, and one official ship detected by 6 am today (UTC+8) …

The mayor of Taiwan’s capital urged visiting Chinese officials on Tuesday to prioritise peace and reduce the military tensions around the island, emphasising dialogue over confrontation. China, which views democratically-governed …

A majority of French respondents believe Taiwan’s future should be decided by its people, according to an annual survey conducted by the Descartes Foundation and the Institute of Advanced Studies …

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defence (MND) on Saturday said that 17 Chinese military aircraft and 5 naval vessels were detected operating near Taiwan until 6 am (local time). Of the …

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defence (MND) said that 10 Chinese military aircraft, seven naval vessels, and three official ships were detected operating near Taiwan until 6 am (local time). Of …

United States announced its approval for potential sales of radar systems and surface-to-air missile systems to Taiwan, with a total value of approximately USD 1.988 billion in order to enhance …

China is set to carry out live-fire drills in the Taiwan Strait on Tuesday, local media in the self-governed island said citing several Chinese news outlets. The development comes just …

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defence (MND) has reported increased Chinese military activity near its territory. Taiwan MND said that 153 Chinese military aircraft, 14 naval vessels and 12 official ships …

Taiwan’s President William Lai Ching-te, has in a veiled reference to China over its claim on the island, stated that his mission as the country’s leader is to ensure that …

Leaders of the G7 nations reiterated the importance of stability and peace in the Taiwan Strait in a joint statement issued on Tuesday, while expressing support for Taiwan’s participation in …

US think tank Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) has listed the tensions between Taiwan and China as the top potential conflict to watch out for in 2023. The CFR released …

Taiwan has responded to Chinese President Xi Jinping over his statement about separatist forces by saying that the island nation is a sovereign country whose people believe in democracy and …

With increasing pressure from China in the East China Sea, Taiwan is planning to build new warships by 2025 and 2026. The island nation is under strain from China which …

President Tsai Ing-wen of Taiwan has said that China’s actions have led to rising tensions in Taiwan Strait and the region. Speaking on the country’s “National Day,” Tsai said that …