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30 March

Ukraine War Delayed Taiwan’s 150-Kilometer Precision Bomb Purchase: Report

Taiwan has reportedly deferred purchasing the ground-launched small-diameter bomb from the US due to Washington’s Ukraine commitment.

16 March

Asia Pacific

Joe Saballa

Taiwan Urged to Adopt Finland’s Military Reservist Concept

Taiwanese has been urged to study and adopt Finland’s concept of military reserves to bolster its readiness for a potential Chinese invasion.

14 March

Asia Pacific

Taiwan's locally made loitering munition drone is seen on display at the National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology

Staff Writer With AFP

Taiwan Unveils Portable Kamikaze Drone as China Tensions Rise

Taiwan unveiled its first portable attack drone, an unmanned aerial vehicle similar to the US-made Switchblade 300, as China steps up military pressure on the island.

9 March

Asia Pacific

Joe Saballa

Taiwan to Upgrade Aging M60A3 Patton Tanks With New Engines

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense has announced that it will upgrade its aging fleet of M60A3 Patton tanks with new engines.

7 March

Asia Pacific

A Chinese soldier holding a flag during military exercises

Staff Writer With AFP

Taiwan Alarmed by Chinese Defense Spending Hike: Minister

Taiwan's defense minister said an increase in Chinese military spending indicated Beijing was "preparing for the use of force if necessary."

5 March

Asia Pacific

The Chinese flag is raised during a military parade at the Zhurihe training base

Staff Writer With AFP

China Says Defense Budget to Increase 7.2 Percent in 2023

China said it would raise its defense spending by 7.2 percent in 2023, as its outgoing premier warned of growing "external" threats to Beijing's rise.

5 March

Asia Pacific