May 2023 - Taiwan Special Weapons News

Chinese mainland respects Taiwan-funded companies to independently choose their listing place: Taiwan Affairs Office of State Council Global Times 31 May 2023 -- The Chinese mainland respects Taiwan-funded companies to independently choose their listing place, Zhu Fenglian, spokesperson from the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council told a press conference on Wednesday.
Chinese mainland blasts US-DPP collusion as escalating tension shows Washington's 'bankrupt credibility' Global Times 31 May 2023 -- The Chinese mainland on Wednesday lashed out at a series of recent moves by Taiwan's secessionists Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities and the US over arms sales, trade deals, political visits to the US and attempts to obstruct cross-Straits exchanges, adding that such collusions would only push Taiwan island into a more dangerous situation.
Taiwan's DPP slammed for fabricating, spreading disinformation People's Daily 31 May 2023 -- A mainland spokesperson said Wednesday that Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities have fabricated and continued to spread false information, thereby smearing the mainland since it came to power seven years ago.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 31, 2023 ROC MND 31 May 2023
Taiwan-U.S. review team declares Han Kuang tabletop war game a success CNA 30 May 2023 -- A joint Taiwan-U.S. After Action Review (AAR) team has declared the recently concluded five-day tabletop war game phase of Taiwan's annual Han Kuang military exercises a success, a senior military official said Tuesday.
Taiwan Says China Sees Invasion Of Ukraine As 'Test Case' For Its Own Designs RFE/RL 30 May 2023 -- Since Russia's unprovoked invasion of Ukraine, Taiwan has kept a close eye on the war and how Kyiv has fared.
PLA Navy Type 071 amphibious landing ships spotted east of Taiwan island Global Times 30 May 2023 -- Two amphibious landing ships of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy were recently spotted in waters off the eastern side of the island of Taiwan, sending a strong warning to "Taiwan independence" forces and external interference, after the US delivered Stinger missiles to the island, experts said on Tuesday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 30, 2023 ROC MND 30 May 2023
Taiwan's 4th Omicron wave likely to peak in late June, early July: CDC CNA 30 May 2023 -- Taiwan's fourth wave of COVID-19 infections fueled by lineages of the Omicron variant is likely to peak in late June or early July, with around 80 percent of cases involving people contracting the disease for the first time, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) said Tuesday.
Taiwan's Navy set to take delivery of second homemade corvette next month CNA 29 May 2023 -- Taiwan's Navy is expected to take delivery of the nation's second domestically built Tuo Chiang-class corvette next month, a military source told CNA on Monday.
Taiwan's Navy to Receive 4th Tuo Chiang Corvette in June Sputnik 29 May 2023 -- The Taiwanese navy will receive its fourth Tuo Chiang multipurpose stealth corvette in June amid tensions in the Taiwan Strait with China, a Taiwanese state news agency reported on Monday, citing a source.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 29, 2023 ROC MND 29 May 2023
Chinese mainland to promote peaceful exchange with Taiwan compatriots in more effective, precise way Global Times 28 May 2023 -- The Chinese mainland still strives for peaceful reunification with utmost sincerity and greatest efforts, even though the secessionist authorities on the island and foreign interference are disappointing the public in the mainland on peaceful exchanges and cooperation.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 28, 2023 ROC MND 28 May 2023
Agencies instructed not to adopt interpretation of PRC nationals as ROC citizens CNA 27 May 2023 -- Taiwan's Executive Yuan earlier this week instructed government agencies to stop invoking a 30-year old legal interpretation from the Ministry of Justice (MOJ) which defines nationals of the People's Republic of China (PRC) as citizens of the Republic of China (ROC), with immediate effect.
Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong transits through Taiwan Strait: MND CNA 27 May 2023 -- A Chinese naval fleet led by the Shandong aircraft carrier transited through the Taiwan Strait Saturday afternoon, according to Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense (MND).
The Ministry of National Defense issues a press release explaining the situation of "the formation of three CCP warships from the Shandong aircraft carrier fleet passing the Taiwan Strait at noon" (May 27, 2023) ROC MND 27 May 2023
PLA Navy aircraft carrier Shandong transits Taiwan Straits after US missile delivery to Taiwan island Global Times 27 May 2023 -- A Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy flotilla led by the aircraft carrier Shandong reportedly sailed through the Taiwan Straits on Saturday, amid intensive PLA warplane and warship activities around the island of Taiwan following US delivery of Stinger missiles to the island.
Chinese aircraft carriers pass through Taiwan Strait: Taipei Press TV 27 May 2023 -- Three Chinese ships, including the Shandong aircraft carrier, passed through the Taiwan Strait and cruised along the west of its median line in a north-bound direction on Saturday, Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense said.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 27, 2023 ROC MND 27 May 2023
Taiwan Reports 33 Chinese Warplanes Detected Around Island Over Past 24 Hours Sputnik 27 May 2023 -- The Taiwanese Defense Ministry said on Saturday that it had detected 33 aircraft and 10 vessels of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) around the island over the past 24 hours.
Taiwan reportedly receives Stinger missiles under U.S. military aid program CNA 26 May 2023 -- Taiwan reportedly received the first shipment of Stinger missiles from the United States under its emergency military aid program late Thursday night, but Taiwan's government would not confirm the news on Friday.
Chinese FM lambasts 'extremely wrong and dangerous move' as US FIM-92 Stinger missiles arrive in Taiwan island Global Times 26 May 2023 -- The US arms sale to the island of Taiwan is "an extremely wrong and dangerous move," and China will firmly safeguard its national sovereignty and territorial security, the Chinese Foreign Ministry warned on Friday, after Taiwan's defense authorities confirmed that the first shipment of US FIM-92 Stinger missiles had arrived in the island while Washington is also reportedly helping the island obtain access to NATO's Link-22 secure data link system.
13 Chinese aircraft breach Taiwan's ADIZ: Defense Ministry CNA 26 May 2023 -- A total of 13 People's Liberation Army aircraft breached Taiwan's air defense identification zone (ADIZ) during the 24-hour period that began at 6 a.m. Thursday, including two BZK-005 drones that crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 26, 2023 ROC MND 26 May 2023
Taiwanese Reporters Blocked from Covering World Health Assembly VOA 26 May 2023 -- Two Taiwanese reporters who had been accredited to cover this week's World Health Assembly in Geneva were told on Monday they would not be allowed to obtain their press passes in a move press freedom advocates say was likely caused by pressure from China.
Software Problems Delay US F-16 Deliveries, Taiwan Says VOA 25 May 2023 -- Taiwan's order of 66 advanced new F-16V fighter jets from the United States will not be completed until 2026 because of software problems, Defense Minister Chiu Kuo-cheng said Thursday, marking the latest delay in U.S. weapons deliveries since manufacturers turned their attention to Ukraine after Russia invaded last year.
US F-16 Deliveries to Taiwan Delayed Due to 'Complex Developmental Challenges' Sputnik 25 May 2023 -- US deliveries of new F-16 fighter jets to Taiwan have been delayed due to "complex developmental challenges," an Air Force official said in a statement to Sputnik on Thursday.
U.S. House committee proposes improving combined military training with Taiwan CNA 25 May 2023 -- A U.S. House committee on Wednesday recommended expediting weapons sales and improving combined military training with Taiwan as part of a 10-point policy blueprint to deter Chinese military aggression.
U.S. to help Taiwan obtain NATO Link-22 radio system: Defense official CNA 25 May 2023 -- The United States will help Taiwan obtain the North Atlantic Treaty Organization's (NATO's) Link-22 secure data link system, according to a Ministry of National Defense (MND) official on Thursday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 25, 2023 ROC MND 25 May 2023
Health Minister vows to promote WHA inclusion by expanding global links CNA 24 May 2023 -- Despite failing to secure admission this year, Taiwan will not give up efforts to attend the World Health Organization's annual assembly and will continue to expand links with the international community, Health Minister Hsueh Jui-yuan (薛瑞元) said in Geneva Tuesday.
The Ministry of National Defense issues a press release in response to media reports that "F-16 BLK 70 fighter jets newly purchased by our country will be delayed due to "technical obstacles", but Bahrain has already obtained its first F-16 BLK 70 ahead of us" ROC MND 24 May 2023
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 24, 2023 ROC MND 24 May 2023
China's commerce ministry slams US 'trade initiative' talks with island of Taiwan Global Times 24 May 2023 -- China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) strongly criticized the United States for engaging in so-called "trade initiative" talks with Taiwan, asserting that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China's territory and the one-China principle is the prerequisite for China's Taiwan region to participate in external economic cooperation.
Serious COVID-19 cases up 30% as Taiwan enters 4th Omicron wave: CDC CNA 23 May 2023 -- The number of serious COVID-19 infections in Taiwan increased by about 30 percent last week, in the latest sign the country is entering a fourth wave of cases fueled by lineages of the Omicron variant, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) said Tuesday.
Vice President Lai pledges to uphold cross-strait status quo CNA 23 May 2023 -- Vice President and presidential hopeful Lai Ching-te (賴清德) said Tuesday there were "no winners in war," as he underlined his continued support for the Taiwan Strait "status quo."
7 countries use WHA addresses to speak up for Taiwan CNA 23 May 2023 -- A total of seven countries spoke on behalf of Taiwan's inclusion in the World Health Organization (WHO) during the second day of the U.N. agency's annual decision-making meeting in Geneva Monday.
NSB warns of threat posed by China's overseas police stations CNA 23 May 2023 -- The National Security Bureau (NSB) has warned Taiwanese citizens to remain alert to the threat of covert surveillance by illegal Chinese overseas police stations.
China warns US over trade ties with Taiwan after agreement reached Press TV 23 May 2023 -- China has warned the United States over "economic and trade relations with Taiwan," after Washington reached an agreement with Taipei to boost trade ties despite Bejiing's strong objections.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 23, 2023 ROC MND 23 May 2023
Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson comments on WHA rejecting Taiwan-related proposal People's Daily 23 May 2023 -- A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson on Monday made remarks regarding that the 76th World Health Assembly (WHA) has once again refused to include a proposal on "Taiwan's participation at the WHA as an observer" in its agenda.
China boosts naval presence, ability to invade Taiwan: ex-U.S. Navy captain CNA 22 May 2023 -- China continued to beef up its Naval presence in 2022, indicating its increasing ability to execute an invasion of Taiwan, a retired American naval captain warned in an article published earlier this month.
Taiwan protests exclusion from WHO's annual assembly CNA 22 May 2023 -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) on Monday said it was "deeply regrettable" that Taiwan would be excluded from the World Health Organization's (WHO) annual assembly in Geneva this week.
Taiwan health minister vows to continue pushing for WHO inclusion CNA 22 May 2023 -- As the 76th World Health Assembly (WHA) opened its 10-day forum in Switzerland on Sunday, Taiwan's Health Minister Hsueh Jui-yuan (薛瑞元) was vowing to continue pushing for the country's inclusion in the World Health Organization (WHO).
Rejection of Taiwan's observer membership in WHA shows One-China principle cannot be challenged: Chinese FM Global Times 22 May 2023 -- The 76th World Health Assembly (WHA) decided on Monday to reject a proposal by some countries to invite Taiwan to join the WHA as an observer, which is the number of years in a row that the WHA has rejected the so-called Taiwan-related proposals, Mao Ning, the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson, said on Monday, noting this fully shows that the one-China principle has international support and represents the prevailing trend that cannot be challenged.
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson's Remarks on the 76th WHA's Rejecting the Proposal on Taiwan PRC MofA 22 May 2023
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 22, 2023 ROC MND 22 May 2023
DPP's delusion of Taiwan's WHA participation as observer dashes again as assembly kicks off Global Times 22 May 2023 -- The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities' hope of being invited to the 76th World Health Assembly (WHA) as an observer was squashed again after the assembly started on Sunday in Geneva, Switzerland.
US Navy establishes rapid response cell to support Ukraine, Taiwan Press TV 21 May 2023 -- The US Navy is establishing a new organization aimed at ensuring a swift response to ongoing crises around the world, with an initial focus on the war in Ukraine and a potential future conflict with China over Chinese Taipei.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 21, 2023 ROC MND 21 May 2023
Head of Taiwanese Legislature Talks Self-Defense in Washington VOA 20 May 2023 -- The head of Taiwan's legislature visited Washington this week, where he met with top U.S. lawmakers and told audiences that the Taiwanese people are determined to defend themselves should Beijing try to invade.
Retired U.S. military generals attend tabletop war games: Source CNA 20 May 2023 -- An observation group composed of retired United States generals attended the five-day tabletop war games phase of Taiwan's annual Han Kuang military exercises this past week, a source told CNA on Saturday.
Taiwan thanks G7 for stressing importance of cross-strait peace CNA 20 May 2023 -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) expressed its gratitude on Saturday to the Group of Seven (G7) nations for their joint communiqué that reaffirmed the importance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait.
Tsai vows to maintain peace across Taiwan Strait CNA 20 May 2023 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) on Saturday vowed to make maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait one of the top priorities for the end of her second and final term in office.
KMT presidential candidate vows to protect Taiwan's freedom, democracy CNA 20 May 2023 -- The main opposition Kuomintang's (KMT) newly selected presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih (侯友宜) on Saturday pledged to protect Taiwan's freedom and democracy amid "geopolitical" tensions.
TPP's Ko kicks off presidential run, says will extend goodwill to China CNA 20 May 2023 -- Taiwan People's Party (TPP) founder and Chairman Ko Wen-je (柯文哲) vowed to end political wrangling and extend goodwill to China, as he officially launched his 2024 presidential candidacy in Taipei Saturday.
Chinese mainland rebukes Taiwan's DPP for seeking foreign favor People's Daily 20 May 2023 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Friday rebuked Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities for "leveraging all of the island's resources to win the favor of a foreign country," saying the "shameful act" is doomed to failure.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 20, 2023 ROC MND 20 May 2023
Hyping up Taiwan-related issues at WHA doomed to fail: spokesperson People's Daily 20 May 2023 -- Any attempt to hype up Taiwan-related issues at the World Health Assembly (WHA) is doomed to fail, Ma Xiaoguang, a spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, said Friday.
Taiwan condemns China, 4 Central Asian nations over sovereignty claim CNA 19 May 2023 -- Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) on Friday strongly protested and condemned four joint statements recently issued by China and four Central Asian countries supporting China's territorial claim over Taiwan.
Taiwan Strait peace 'indispensable' to global security: U.K.-Japan pact CNA 19 May 2023 -- The United Kingdom and Japan agreed to an enhanced global strategic partnership Thursday in which they characterized peace across the Taiwan Strait as "indispensable" to a safe and prosperous world and urged China to act responsibly on the world stage.
President Tsai reiterates interest in trade, investment pact with U.K. CNA 19 May 2023 -- A trade and investment agreement between Taiwan and the United Kingdom would further deepen bilateral relations, President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) told visiting former U.K. Prime Minister Liz Truss on Friday.
Taiwan, China reach impasse on cross-strait group travel CNA 19 May 2023 -- Taiwan will not lift its restriction on cross-strait travel for the time being despite China's announcement that it has ended its ban on tour groups from Taiwan, according to the Tourism Bureau on Friday.
China firmly opposes US' 'trade initiative' with Taiwan island: FM Global Times 19 May 2023 -- China expressed strong dissatisfaction and firm opposition to the US' move of reaching a so-called agreement on the first part of "21st century trade initiative" with Taiwan island, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin said at Friday's press briefing.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 19, 2023 ROC MND 19 May 2023
U.S., Japan leaders determined to maintain peace in Taiwan Strait CNA 18 May 2023 -- United States President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio reiterated their "resolve to maintain peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait" after the two leaders met in Hiroshima, Japan on Thursday ahead of the start of the G7 Summit.
12 allies appeal for Taiwan's inclusion in WHA CNA 18 May 2023 -- Twelve of Taiwan's diplomatic allies have written to the World Health Organization (WHO), calling for Taiwan to be included in its decision-making body, which has excluded Taiwan for the seventh consecutive year, as it prepares to hold its annual meeting next week.
Legislative Speaker You meets Pelosi, McCaul in Washington CNA 18 May 2023 -- Taiwan's visiting Legislative Speaker You Si-kun (游錫堃) met with former United States House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi and House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul separately in Washington D.C. on Wednesday to discuss relations between the two countries and issues of mutual concern.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 18, 2023 ROC MND 18 May 2023
Analysts: Taiwan's Opposition Party Pick for President Aims to Win Back China-Wary Voters VOA 18 May 2023 -- Analysts say the decision by Taiwan's biggest opposition party, the Kuomintang or KMT to pick a popular home-grown politician as its candidate in the island's upcoming presidential election is a departure from its past practice but something the party sees as its best hope to return to power after eight years and improve relations with China.
Chinese mainland calls Taiwan's DPP authorities "real threat" to cross-Strait peace People's Daily 18 May 2023 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Wednesday said that Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities pose a real threat to peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait.
Mainland calls on DPP authorities to scrap cross-Strait flight restrictions People's Daily 18 May 2023 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Wednesday called on Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities to scrap unreasonable restrictions on fully restoring direct cross-Strait passenger flights as soon as possible.
TPP formally nominates Ko as its presidential candidate CNA 17 May 2023 -- The Taiwan People's Party (TPP) made its nomination of party founder and chairman Ko Wen-je (柯文哲) as its 2024 presidential candidate official Wednesday, setting up a three-way race for the Republic of China (Taiwan) presidency.
New Taipei Mayor Hou Yu-ih named as KMT presidential nominee CNA 17 May 2023 -- New Taipei Mayor Hou Yu-ih (侯友宜) was nominated Wednesday as the opposition Kuomintang's (KMT) presidential candidate, while the other main contender, business tycoon Terry Gou (郭台銘), vowed to support Hou's candidacy and help him win in January 2024.
KMT presidential nominee Hou Yu-ih vows to return party to power CNA 17 May 2023 -- New Taipei Mayor Hou Yu-ih (侯友宜) said on Wednesday that he will unite supporters and lead the Kuomintang (KMT) to a return to power in the 2024 presidential election, after the opposition party nominated him as its candidate in the race.
U.S. not allowed to turn back wheel of history on Taiwan question: Chinese defense spokesperson People's Daily 17 May 2023 -- A Chinese defense spokesperson Tuesday said that attempts of the U.S. side to turn back the wheel of history on the Taiwan question are intolerable.
Chinese Embassy Slams Truss' Visit to Taiwan as 'Political Show' Sputnik 17 May 2023 -- The Chinese Embassy in London on Tuesday opposed the visit of former UK Prime Minister Liz Truss to Taiwan and called it a "political show."
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 17, 2023 ROC MND 17 May 2023
Like-minded partners 'most effective defense' against China: Tsai CNA 16 May 2023 -- Taiwan's partnership with like-minded countries will "prove to be the most effective defense of all" against daily Chinese threats, President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) told a summit on Monday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 16, 2023 ROC MND 16 May 2023
Taiwan domestic 600-ton frigate project 50 percent complete: OAC CNA 15 May 2023 -- A Coast Guard Administration (CGA) project to build 600-ton frigates domestically for the Coast Guard fleet has achieved 50 percent of its goal as of Monday, Ocean Affairs Council (OAC) head Kuan Bi-ling (管碧玲) said.
Taiwan-made landing platform dock to enter service in June: Source CNA 15 May 2023 -- The Taiwan-made Yushan landing platform dock (LPD), a type of naval warship used to transport landing crafts such as amphibious vehicles is scheduled to enter into service in June after recently completing all required tests, a military source told CNA on Monday.
Swedish parliamentarians arrive in Taiwan to meet with President Tsai CNA 15 May 2023 -- A Swedish parliamentary delegation has arrived in Taiwan for a six-day visit during which they will meet with President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) and other senior officials.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 15, 2023 ROC MND 15 May 2023
First domestically manufactured submarine prepares for final tests CNA 14 May 2023 -- A prototype of Taiwan's first domestically manufactured submarine is set to undergo final tests in September, Cheng Wen-lon (鄭文隆), chairman of local shipbuilder CSBC Corp., Taiwan, told CNA in a recent interview.
Taiwan's Han Kuang exercises to begin Monday with tabletop wargames CNA 14 May 2023 -- The tabletop wargames phase of Taiwan's annual Han Kuang series of military exercises will begin on Monday, simulating the nation's armed forces responses to a potential Chinese invasion based on the latest threats posed by the People's Liberation Army (PLA).
Taiwan finds suspected China-made weather balloon debris on frontline islet CNA 14 May 2023 -- Taiwan's military has found the wreckage of a suspected China-made weather balloon on one of its offshore frontline islets near China on Saturday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 14, 2023 ROC MND 14 May 2023
Cross-strait disputes must be resolved peacefully: President Tsai CNA 13 May 2023 -- Disputes between Taiwan and China must be resolved peacefully, President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) told Taiwanese high school students on Saturday.
Terry Gou voices support for 'one China, different interpretations' CNA 13 May 2023 -- Business tycoon Terry Gou (郭台銘) on Saturday proposed recognizing "one China, with different interpretations" as a basis to resume talks with the People's Republic of China (PRC), days before the opposition Kuomintang (KMT) is scheduled to nominate its presidential candidate.
U.S. lawmakers introduce bill to rename Taiwan's office in Washington CNA 13 May 2023 -- Three United States lawmakers recently reintroduced a bipartisan and bicameral bill, which seeks to rename the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO) in the U.S., Taiwan's de-facto embassy in Washington, the "Taiwan Representative Office."
Matsu Defense Command issues a press release explaining reports that "the remains of a balloon were found outside the Juguang Garrison Battalion camp" ROC MND 13 May 2023
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 13, 2023 ROC MND 13 May 2023
Another Chinese drone partially circles Taiwan as 13 aircraft breach ADIZ CNA 12 May 2023 -- A total of 13 Chinese military aircraft entered Taiwan's air defense identification zone (ADIZ) between Thursday and Friday, including a CH-4 drone that flew around most of the island, according to Taiwan's defense ministry.
Bill to establish international affairs unit under Legislature passes CNA 12 May 2023 -- An amendment bill to establish an international affairs department under the Legislature to promote parliamentary diplomacy passed on Friday.
Kazakh President Says It's 'Absolutely Clear' That Taiwan Is Part Of China RFE/RL 12 May 2023 -- Kazakh President Qasym-Zhomart Toqaev said it is "absolutely clear" that Taiwan is a part of China as the Central Asian nation looks to build ties with its eastern neighbor.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 12, 2023 ROC MND 12 May 2023
Female reservist training program shows world Taiwan's resolve: Tsai CNA 11 May 2023 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) inspected day four of the first ever voluntary female reservist training program at a military camp in Yangmei District, Taoyuan, Thursday, expressing hope that more retired female military personnel will attend reservist training programs to demonstrate Taiwan's resolve to defend itself.
U.S. Sen. Rubio introduces bill to beef up air bases that would defend Taiwan Radio Free Asia 11 May 2023 -- U.S. Senator Marco Rubio introduced a bill Thursday that seeks to strengthen American air bases in the Indo-Pacific region to better respond to mainland Chinese aggression against Taiwan.
PLA flotilla spotted in waters near Japan after Tokyo's provocative remarks on Taiwan question Global Times 11 May 2023 -- China will not tolerate Japan interfering in its internal affairs, Chinese experts said, as a flotilla of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy was spotted in waters near Japanese islands after Japan's recent provocative remarks concerning China's Taiwan island.
China's national reunification must be realized: FM People's Daily 11 May 2023 -- The post-war international order must be safeguarded and China's national reunification must be realized, Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Qin Gang said on Wednesday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 11, 2023 ROC MND 11 May 2023
The Ministry of National Defense issues a press release explaining the "increased purchase of the Long-range Precision Fire Strike System (Project Thunder Storm) by the Army" (May 10, 2023) ROC MND 10 May 2023
Government denies Gou accusations on handling of failed vaccine deal CNA 10 May 2023 -- The government on Wednesday denied a claim by business tycoon Terry Gou (郭台銘) that Taiwan's planned purchase of Pfizer-BioNTech (BNT) COVID-19 vaccines in early 2021 was blocked because of how Taiwan was to be described in the sale's announcement.
Taiwan to receive HIMARS one year earlier than expected: Military CNA 10 May 2023 -- Taiwan will receive the High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) M142 launchers it bought from the United States a year earlier than originally scheduled, the Ministry of National Defense (MND) announced on Wednesday.
Taiwan thanks Blinken for again supporting WHA bid CNA 10 May 2023 -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) expressed its gratitude Wednesday for a statement released by United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken supporting Taiwan's bid to take part in the annual World Health Assembly (WHA) later this month.
China firmly opposes US to invite Taiwan island as WHA observer, urging it to stop playing up 'Taiwan card' Global Times 10 May 2023 -- China expressed firm opposition and urged the US to stop playing up Taiwan-related questions at the World Health Assembly (WHA), Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin said at Wednesday's press briefing in response to US' statement encouraging the World Health Organization (WHO) to invite China's Taiwan island to participate as an observer at this year's WHA.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 10, 2023 ROC MND 10 May 2023
Japan's Patriot missile deployment on Miyako Island slammed as further attempt to interfere in Taiwan question Global Times 10 May 2023 -- Japan announced on Monday that it has deployed Patriot missiles on Miyako Island, a strategically important node on the "first island chain" close to the island of Taiwan. This move, as Chinese experts said on Tuesday, is yet another Japanese attempt to interfere in the Taiwan question.
Training day 2: Female reservists do 5K march, wear gas masks CNA 09 May 2023 -- A group of 14 female veterans on Tuesday completed a 5-kilometer march and refreshed their memories on how to wear a gas mask in a simulated chemical attack during the second day of a five-day volunteer reservist training program in Taoyuan.
KMT presidential hopeful opposes 'one country, two systems,' Taiwan independence CNA 09 May 2023 -- New Taipei Mayor Hou Yu-ih (侯友宜), favorite to become the opposition Kuomintang (KMT) candidate in the 2024 presidential election, said on Monday that he opposes Beijing's "one country, two systems" formula and Taiwan independence.
St. Kitts and Nevis deputy leader says country will support Taiwan CNA 09 May 2023 -- Saint Christopher and Nevis will continue to support Taiwan and its participation in international organizations, the Caribbean nation's Deputy Prime Minister Geoffrey Hanley said in Taipei Tuesday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 9, 2023 ROC MND 09 May 2023
Taiwan as an Observer in the World Health Assembly US Dept. of State 09 May 2023 -- The World Health Assembly (WHA), the decision-making body of the World Health Organization (WHO), will hold its annual meeting May 21-30 in Geneva to discuss global public health priorities.
COVID-19 subvariant XBB set to drive new surge through July: CDC CNA 09 May 2023 -- COVID-19 subvariant XBB may become dominant in Taiwan very soon, creating a new surge of the disease through early July, a senior official with the Taiwan Centers for Disease Control (CDC) said Tuesday.
Taiwan, U.S. in talks on US$500 million weapons aid package: Defense chief CNA 08 May 2023 -- Defense Minister Chiu Kuo-cheng (邱國正) said Monday that his ministry has been in talks with the United States on the types of weapon systems that would be needed if the U.S. decides to supply Taiwan with US$500 million worth of emergency military aid under a grant program, amid China's growing military threats.
1st group of volunteer female reservists report for training CNA 08 May 2023 -- A group of 14 female veterans reported to a location in northern Taoyuan City to start five days of volunteer reservist training on Monday morning, making them the first women to undergo such training in Taiwan.
Practical, psywar aims behind latest Chinese drone incursions: Experts CNA 08 May 2023 -- When People's Liberation Army (PLA) drones recently took the unprecedented step of circling around Taiwan, local media speculated that China might be using the new approach to spy on Taiwan's military facilities and deployments.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 8, 2023 ROC MND 08 May 2023
Do the Cairo and Potsdam Declarations "restore" Taiwan to China? Radio Free Asia 08 May 2023 -- Chinese officials repeatedly assert that the Cairo Declaration (1943) and Potsdam Declaration (1945) are two historical documents which prove that mainland China holds jurisdiction over Taiwan.
China calls on US to stop hollowing out One China principle as ties in deep freeze Press TV 08 May 2023 -- The Chinese foreign minister demands in a meeting with the American ambassador to Beijing that US must correct its handling of the Taiwan issue and halt its efforts aimed at averting the One China principle.
Taiwan to start training 1st group of female reservists Monday CNA 07 May 2023 -- Taiwan's military will have a group of female veterans undergo reservist training for the first time starting Monday, a military source told CNA on Sunday.
Taiwan welcomes possible U.S. weapons aid: MND CNA 07 May 2023 -- Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense (MND) on Saturday declined to confirm a Reuters' report that U.S. President Joe Biden's administration plans to send US$500 million worth of weapons aid to Taiwan, using the same emergency authority that it has used to help Ukraine defend itself, but the ministry said it welcomed such a plan.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 7, 2023 ROC MND 07 May 2023
US set to provide Chinese Taipei with $500mn worth of weapons amid rising tensions with China Press TV 06 May 2023 -- The United States is preparing an express weapons delivery for Chinese Taipei (Taiwan), despite Bejing's repeated warnings to Washington against arming the self-ruled island, which China considers a part of its territory.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 6, 2023 ROC MND 06 May 2023
Former Taiwan President's China Visit Highlights 'One China' Issue VOA 06 May 2023 -- In late March, Taiwan's former president, Ma Ying-jeou, made a historic trip to China, becoming the first former or serving Taiwan leader to visit the mainland since 1949.
U.S. is turning Taiwan into "powder keg": FM spokesperson People's Daily 06 May 2023 -- Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning on Friday expressed opposition on the strengthening military collusion between the United States and the Taiwan authorities, saying that the U.S. is turning Taiwan into a "powder keg."
Xi prefers 'peaceful' unification of Taiwan: U.S. official CNA 05 May 2023 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping (習近平) is leaning toward unifying Taiwan in a "peaceful" manner but is also preparing possible military action to achieve the goal, a top U.S. intelligence official said at a hearing on Capitol Hill on Thursday.
China: US needs to halt arms exports to Taiwan since island becoming 'powder keg' Press TV 05 May 2023 -- China says the United States should halt arms sales to Taiwan since Washington is turning the island into a "powder keg."
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 5, 2023 ROC MND 05 May 2023
Taiwan won't receive financial compensation for U.S. F-16V delays: Minister CNA 04 May 2023 -- Taiwan will not receive financial compensation over a nearly one-year delay to the delivery of F-16V fighter jets purchased from the United States, Defense Minister Chiu Kuo-cheng (邱國正) said Thursday.
US delivery of F-16 jets to Taiwan delayed again: Taipei Press TV 04 May 2023 -- Chinese Taipei (Taiwan) says the delivery of dozens of advanced fighter jets from the United States has been delayed due to supply chain disruptions.
Taiwan Mitigating Consequences of Modern F-16V Jets Delivery Delay Sputnik 04 May 2023 -- Last year, Taiwanese officials complained about delays of FIM-92 Stinger AA systems and other military equipment, as manufacturers directed their supplies to Ukraine. The issue has raised concerns among US lawmakers amid rising tensions between Washington and Beijing.
Alternative military service members join Taipei civil defense drills CNA 04 May 2023 -- Members of the alternative military service participated Thursday in the Taipei phase of the annual civil defense drill that this year focuses on wartime preparation and the protection of key infrastructure.
Cross-strait peace important to Japan: Japanese lawmaker CNA 04 May 2023 -- A visiting Japanese lawmaker on Thursday said peace across the Taiwan Strait is important for both Tokyo and Taipei given their geographical proximity, in response to remarks by China's top envoy to Japan that connecting the security of Taiwan and Japan is "absurd and dangerous."
Taiwan island encirclement drone flights, far sea voyages highlight enhanced PLA capabilities of national defense Global Times 04 May 2023 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) carried out multiple, intensive activities over the past week, highlighting its enhanced capabilities in safeguarding national sovereignty, security and development interests, even in distant waters, analysts said on Thursday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 4, 2023 ROC MND 04 May 2023
Taiwan to receive 1st batch of F-16Vs almost a year later than expected CNA 03 May 2023 -- Taiwan will receive the first two of 66 F-16V fighters it purchased from the United States almost a year later than originally scheduled, with the U.S. side citing the late delivery as being caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Ministry of National Defense (MND) on Wednesday.
U.S. key to development of new Taiwan-built fighters: Defense contractor CNA 03 May 2023 -- U.S. assistance will be critical if a government-backed program to manufacture next-generation fighter jets locally is to succeed, the head of Taiwan's largest aerospace company said on Wednesday.
Swiss lower house passes resolution on parliamentary ties with Taiwan CNA 03 May 2023 -- The National Council, the lower house of the Federal Assembly of Switzerland, has passed a resolution calling for closer ties with Taiwan's Legislative Yuan.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 3, 2023 ROC MND 03 May 2023
COVID-19 cases in Taiwan see moderate rise over past 3 weeks: Official CNA 02 May 2023 -- The number of reported serious COVID-19 infection cases across Taiwan has increased slightly over the past three weeks, but there is unlikely to be any resurgence in the pandemic, a senior official with the Taiwan Centers for Disease Control (CDC) said Tuesday.
Paraguay president-elect pledges to continue formal ties with Taiwan CNA 02 May 2023 -- President-elect Santiago Peña of Paraguay has pledged to continue to strengthen ties with Taiwan after winning his country's presidential election Sunday in a race in which Paraguay's formal recognition of Taiwan was at stake.
Tsai welcomes victory of pro-Taipei candidate in Paraguay's presidential election Radio Free Asia 02 May 2023 -- Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen on Monday called for "furthering" friendship with Paraguay after Santiago Pena, a candidate who favors continuing ties with Taiwan rather than Beijing, declared victory in his country's presidential elections.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 2, 2023 ROC MND 02 May 2023
U.S. concern about Chinese threat is bipartisan: Bolton CNA 01 May 2023 -- Despite the partisanship in U.S. politics, concern about the "global threat" posed by China is shared by both major parties, visiting former U.S. national security advisor John Bolton told Vice President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) on Monday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan May 1, 2023 ROC MND 01 May 2023

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