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MILITARYJul 8Enemy within? The dispute endangering Taiwan’s ‘T-Dome’ air defence planTaiwan’s flagship “T-Dome” air defence programme is facing possible delays to 2028 after budget disputes left one of its critical indigenous missile systems without a clear funding source. The island’s opposition-controlled legislature approved a reduced NT$780 billion (over US$24 billion) special defence budget in May, rejecting a larger NT$1.25 trillion package proposed by the government. Among the excluded projects was funding for the indigenous Chiang-Kong (Strong Bow) anti-ballistic missile...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 7Taiwan revives ‘anti-communist’ training for its military graduates after 24 yearsTaiwan has revived its “anti-communist patriotic education” programme for military academy graduates, reflecting growing concern over Beijing’s efforts to infiltrate the island’s armed forces after a string of espionage cases involving service members. The compulsory five-day course, held from July 1 for graduates of Taiwan’s eight military academies, restores the programme’s original name after a 24-year hiatus. Introduced in 1965, the programme was renamed “patriotic education” in 2002 but has...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 6Weapons : Taiwanese Anti - Ship MissilesThe article focuses on Taiwanese anti-ship missiles. This report details specific military weaponry and defense technology.strategypage.com · China
MILITARYJul 6Is Beijing preparing for submarine action with maritime survey east of Taiwan?When a mainland Chinese research vessel spent three days last month conducting an oceanographic survey in the Philippine Sea east of Taiwan, state media portrayed the mission as another example of Beijing’s expanding civilian maritime governance. However, experts highlighted the dual-use nature of oceanographic data, pointing out that the information gathered by the Xiang Yang Hong 22 from June 16 to 18 could have military applications, particularly in underwater operations. Routine...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 4Beijing sends new coastguard force into waters east of TaiwanBeijing on Saturday rotated a new coastguard task force into waters east of Taiwan. The second such deployment in about a month came days after China’s top diplomat urged Washington to exercise “utmost prudence” on the self-governed island. The move also comes close on the heels of high-level talks with the Philippines, where Beijing pressed Manila to match words with deeds and stabilise bilateral relations amid persistent South China Sea tensions. The Chinese coastguard said on Saturday that...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 3Can Taiwan fix its military manpower shortage by training reservists in advanced weapons?Taiwan is requiring its reservists to train longer and harder, introducing drones and US-made Himars rocket systems into a revamped 14-day call-up programme as it races to offset worsening troop shortages amid a demographic decline. One of the biggest reforms of Taiwan’s reserve force in decades, the overhaul reflects growing concern that a shrinking pool of military-age recruits and mounting pressure from Beijing mean the island can no longer rely solely on its standing military. From this...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 3Taiwan lawmakers agree to review rival drone budgetsThe opposition stripped out around $19b the govt had wanted for domestic drone procurement and other defence efforts.straitstimes · singapore
MILITARYJul 2Taiwan’s Drone Industry Take Centerstage in Defense Spending DebateFunding for drones became much more hotly discussed in the wake of KMT chair Cheng Li-wun’s trip to the United States last month.The Diplomat
MILITARYJul 2Taiwan needs to become a ‘hornet’s nest’ of drones, US diplomat saysDe ​facto US ambassador Raymond Greene says drones represent a 'game-changing opportunity' to enhance Taiwan's security.Al Jazeera [en]
MILITARYJun 30Keep out of China's clutches, Taiwan's president tells military cadetsTaiwan's President Lai Ching-te warned military cadets on Tuesday not to succumb to China's spying ‌activities and to defend freedom and democracy, speaking at a Cold War-era college…Japan Today
MILITARYJun 27Taiwan detects 1 sortie of Chinese military aircraft , 7 vesselsTaiwan has detected one sortie of Chinese military aircraft and seven vessels in its vicinity. This indicates ongoing military activity and potential tensions in the region.shanghainews.net · China
MILITARYJun 27Taiwan detects 1 sortie of Chinese military aircraft , 7 vesselsTaiwan has detected Chinese military aircraft and vessels operating near its territory, indicating continued military activity in the region. This signifies ongoing geopolitical tensions between China and Taiwan.japanherald.com · Japan
MILITARYJun 24Taiwan could draw lessons from U . S .- led Pacific exercises : MinisterTaiwan's minister suggests learning from U.S.-led Pacific military exercises, indicating strategic interest in regional defense and cooperation. This highlights ongoing geopolitical dynamics and military preparedness in the Pacific.focustaiwan.tw · Taiwan
MILITARYJun 24China most advanced aircraft carrier sails through Taiwan Strait , Taipei saysasiaone.com · Singapore
MILITARYJun 23Taiwan begins 5 - day military drill with tanks patrolling streetsTaiwan has commenced a five-day military drill, which includes tanks patrolling through the streets.wral.com · United States
MILITARYBREAKINGJun 22All Taiwanese reservists now must undergo 14 - day intensive trainingAll reservists in Taiwan are now required to complete a 14-day intensive training program. This new policy signifies a change in military readiness and defense strategy.focustaiwan.tw · Taiwan
MILITARYJun 22Amid PLA pressure, Taiwan starts drill to simulate rapid deployment in a crisisSouth China Morning Post
MILITARYJun 22Taiwan begins 5 - day military drill with tanks patrolling streets – Winnipeg Free PressTaiwan has commenced a five-day military exercise, featuring tanks on public streets. This drill aims to enhance defense readiness and project capability.winnipegfreepress.com · Canada
MILITARYJun 21Taiwan launches combat readiness drill as military adapts to rising China tensionsSeeking Alpha Tech
MILITARYJun 20Ukrainian Drone Makers Target Asian Markets; Taiwan Approves $6.7 Billion Drone Defense PlanNo peace talks between the United States and Iran took place on Friday, and no new date has been announced. We have the latest updates. Ukrainian drones h...theepochtimes · china
MILITARYJun 18Taiwan president says hopes for $14 bn US arms sale as soon as possible – The Frontier PostTaiwan's president has expressed a desire for a $14 billion arms sale from the United States to proceed as soon as possible. This highlights ongoing military and political cooperation between the two nations.thefrontierpost.com · Pakistan
MILITARYJun 18Taiwan needs US weapons for self - defense as threat from China grows , diplomat tells AP - Las Vegas Sun NewsA diplomat states that Taiwan requires US weapons for self-defense due to an escalating threat from China. This highlights increasing geopolitical tensions and military concerns in the region.lasvegassun.com · United States
MILITARYJun 18Taiwan needs US weapons to defend against China threat , diplomat sayswdbo.com · United States
MILITARYJun 17China Revives Heavy Naval Firepower With New 155mm Gun That Could Support An Attack On Taiwan zerohedge.com · United States
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