Taiwan Strait

US President Biden Authorizes $571M in Military Aid to Taiwan

US President Joe Biden approved $571.3 million in defense assistance for Taiwan on Friday, the White House said.

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Ex-Taiwan Leader to Visit China to Foster Cross-Strait Peace

Former Taiwanese president Ma Ying-jeou headed to China on Wednesday for a trip he said was aimed at building "a bridge for peace," after Beijing last week intensified military drills around the island.

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China Releases ‘Hit List’ of US Naval Targets in Potential Conflict

China’s People's Liberation Army has come up with a list of “vulnerable” US naval targets that could be prioritized in the event of a full-scale conflict. 

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Taiwan Military on High Alert as China Warships Sail Near Island

Taiwan said its military was on high alert as Chinese warships sailed near the island on Monday, preparing for strong response from China to President Lai Ching-te's stopovers in the United States.

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Biden Aide Says US Would Run Out of Munition in China War

President Joe Biden's national security advisor warned that the US could quickly run out of munitions in a war with China.

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US Should Prioritize Ukraine Over Taipei for Now: Ex-Taiwan President

Former Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen has urged the US government to prioritize military aid to Ukraine despite escalating tensions between Taipei and Beijing.

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Taiwan Holds Air, Sea Drills as Chinese Balloons Reported

Taiwan's military deployed aircraft, ships, and air defense missile systems in a drill on Thursday, as its defense ministry reported the detection of two Chinese balloons near the island.

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China’s EW Capabilities ‘Significant Challenge’ to US in Taiwan Conflict: Report

China’s electronic warfare capabilities would pose a 'significant challenge' to the US if a full-scale conflict breaks out across the Taiwan Strait.

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Taiwan Says Chinese Warships Sailing Towards Sensitive Strait

Taipei said it detected a Chinese aircraft carrier group sailing towards waters separating Taiwan and China.

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China Could Wage Economic, Cyber War to Force Taiwan’s Surrender: Report

Contrary to expectations, China may initiate an economic and cyber war against Taiwan to compel the island nation to surrender its sovereignty without resorting to direct military action.

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