July 2023 - Taiwan Special Weapons News

Air Force to assess extending service life of Mirage fighter jets CNA 31 Jul 2023 -- Taiwan wants to assess whether the service life of a number of its Mirage fighter jets can be extended for both strategic and risk-hedging reasons, the Air Force Command Headquarters said in a statement Monday.
U.S. House introduces bill to strengthen Taiwan military capabilities CNA 31 Jul 2023 -- U.S. House representatives have introduced their own version of the Taiwan Peace Through Strength Act, following their colleagues in the Senate, with the aim of enhancing Taipei's military capabilities amid rising threats from China.
KMT presidential candidate seeks to position Taiwan as 'risk reducer' CNA 31 Jul 2023 -- Opposition Kuomintang (KMT) presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih (侯友宜) started a three-day "friendship tour" in Japan on Monday, where he attended a tea party held by a Japanese nonpartisan parliamentary group in Tokyo and sought to position Taiwan under his leadership as a "risk reducer."
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.31, 2023 ROC MND 31 Jul 2023
US military slammed for aid to Taiwan People's Daily 31 Jul 2023 -- The Democratic Progressive Party in Taiwan is increasing the risk of military conflict in the Taiwan Strait by seeking support from the United States, a Chinese mainland spokesman said on Saturday over the recent US announcement of military aid for the island.
Forging Taiwan's civil defense with airguns, ham radios, first aid training CNA 30 Jul 2023 -- Amid the threat of conflict from an increasingly assertive China or even the growing risk of a major natural disaster due to the climate crisis, civil defense in Taiwan is taking on greater importance than ever before.
US' latest military aid to Taiwan island further endangers peace in the Straits; youth will become cannon fodder if DPP continues down wrong path: official Global Times 30 Jul 2023 -- With the secessionist deputy regional leader on the island of Taiwan Lai Ching-te, who is also a candidate for the next regional leader election, scheming to make a transit visit to the US in August, tensions around the island of Taiwan continue to build.
China slams first US military aid to Taiwan island under Presidential Drawdown Authority Global Times 30 Jul 2023 -- US weapons deliveries to the island of Taiwan are intended to instigate conflict in the Taiwan Straits in a move to contain China, experts said on Sunday, after China slammed the US for its first military aid package to the island under the US Presidential Drawdown Authority.
China: US military aid to Taiwan will not deter its will to unify the island Press TV 30 Jul 2023 -- China has accused the United States of turning Taiwan into an "ammunition depot" after Washington announced a fresh $345 million package of weapons for Chinese Taipei (Taiwan).
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.30, 2023 ROC MND 30 Jul 2023
Taiwan thanks U.S. for US$345 million in military aid CNA 29 Jul 2023 -- Taiwan's government on Saturday thanked Washington for providing Taiwan with US$345 worth of military aid through a Presidential Drawdown Authority (PDA), but was tight-lipped about the contents of the package.
US announces $345 million weapons package for Chinese Taipei Press TV 29 Jul 2023 -- The United States has announced a fresh $345 million package of weapons for Chinese Taipei (Taiwan) despite repeated warnings from Beijing against sending arms to the self-governed island, turning it into a "powder keg".
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.29, 2023 ROC MND 29 Jul 2023
U.S. announces US$345 million military aid to Taiwan CNA 29 Jul 2023 -- The United States on Friday announced a US$345 million military aid package to Taiwan which is to be delivered under a Presidential Drawdown Authority (PDA) approved last year by the U.S. Congress along with a limit of US$1 billion in defense articles and services in fiscal year 2023.
US announces $345 million military assistance for Taiwan Press TV 29 Jul 2023 -- The United States has announced a $345 million military aid package for Taiwan, despite Beijing's strong disproval of Washington's relationship with the island.
Memorandum on the Delegation of Authority Under Section 506(a)(3) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 The White House 28 Jul 2023
Biden OKs $345 Million for Taiwan Defense as Chinese Embassy Urges US Not to Escalate Tensions Sputnik 28 Jul 2023 -- US President Joe Biden approved up to $345 million in defense aid to Taiwan, the president said in a memorandum to US Secretary of State Antony Blinken.
US Sending Taiwan $345 Million in Security Assistance VOA 28 Jul 2023 -- The U.S. is sending Taiwan $345 million in security assistance as part of a long-awaited aid package meant to help the island defend itself from a potential invasion by China.
U.S. Senate passes annual defense bill with Taiwan provisions CNA 28 Jul 2023 -- The United States Senate on Thursday overwhelmingly passed its version of the annual defense bill that lays out the country's sweeping national defense policy and budget for 2024, including provisions calling for military cooperation with Taiwan.
Taiwan pledges to donate two patrol boats to Tuvalu CNA 28 Jul 2023 -- Taiwan will donate two patrol vessels to its Pacific ally Tuvalu as part of bilateral coast guard cooperation, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs(MOFA) announced Friday in a press release.
Resilience key in Han Kuang drills as China ramps up military pressure: Analysts CNA 28 Jul 2023 -- This year's Han Kuang military exercises included three brand new components which experts said is a reflection of the Taiwan military's goal to build up its resistance against a potential Chinese invasion and to counter China's increasingly aggressive military maneuvers that aim to ramp up the pressure on Taiwan and test the country to its limits.
Japan warns of growing cross-strait tensions in defense white paper CNA 28 Jul 2023 -- China has been ramping up military pressure on Taiwan and is increasingly wary of the United States' involvement in cross-strait issues, Japan said in its annual defense white paper released Friday.
China lodges solemn representations to Japan over defense white paper interfering in internal affairs Global Times 28 Jul 2023 -- China expressed strong dissatisfaction and opposition toward Japan's new defense white paper over its gross interference in China's internal affairs, and China has lodged solemn representations to Japan, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning said at Friday's regular press briefing.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.28, 2023 ROC MND 28 Jul 2023
Anti-amphibious landing drills staged on day 4 of military exercises CNA 27 Jul 2023 -- Taiwan's military on Thursday held an anti-amphibious landing drill near a northern port, which is considered a critical location for repelling a Chinese attack, on the fourth day of the live-fire phase of the annual Han Kuang military exercises.
Taiwanese man arrives in Japan after serving time in China for spying CNA 27 Jul 2023 -- Taiwanese businessman Lee Meng-chu (李孟居), who was banned from leaving China for two years after completing a sentence for spying in 2021, arrived in Japan on Monday.
Taiwanese businessman allowed to leave China for Japan 'relieved' to be free Radio Free Asia 27 Jul 2023 -- Taiwan businessman Lee Meng-chu, also known as Morrison Lee, has been allowed to leave China for Japan after serving nearly two years in prison for "spying," on condition that he doesn't go home to Taiwan until after the 2024 presidential elections in January, Radio Free Asia has learned.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.27, 2023 ROC MND 27 Jul 2023
Tsai inspects military drill day after testing positive for COVID CNA 26 Jul 2023 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) visited Taoyuan on Wednesday morning to oversee a military exercise at an oil refinery, her first public appearance since testing positive for COVID-19.
Hostage, bomb threat drill held at Taipei Main Station CNA 26 Jul 2023 -- Taiwan's military and civilian police joined forces early Wednesday for a hostage crisis and bomb threat drill in Taiwan's busiest transportation hub, as part of the ongoing live-fire part of the Han Kuang military exercises.
In a first, Taiwan military conducts drill at major civilian airport CNA 26 Jul 2023 -- Taiwan's military on Wednesday conducted its first ever anti-takeover drill at the country's major international gateway to test its ability to fend off a Chinese invasion, as Taiwan's annual live-fire Han Kuang drills continued.
Air raid drill slated for Thursday in central Taiwan canceled: MND CNA 26 Jul 2023 -- The annual Wanan air raid drill scheduled for Thursday in central Taiwan has been canceled as the country braces for the impact of Typhoon Doksuri, the Ministry of National Defense said Wednesday.
U.S. House passes bill to safeguard Taiwan's international participation CNA 26 Jul 2023 -- The U.S. House of Representatives on Tuesday passed legislation aimed at countering efforts by China to exclude Taiwan from participating in international organizations.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.26, 2023 ROC MND 26 Jul 2023
Military tests air-defense, command transfer on 2nd day of Han Kuang CNA 25 Jul 2023 -- Taiwan's military on Tuesday held a series of air-defense drills, including an evacuation and relocation of the Air Force's Taipei command headquarters, on the second day of the live-fire phase of the annual cross-branch Han Kuang exercises.
Coastal defense position showcased on Day 2 of Han Kuang drills CNA 25 Jul 2023 -- Taiwan's Army centered attention on a temporary coastal fortification system near a northern port that could be critical in repelling a Chinese attack, during the second day of the live-fire phase of the annual cross-branch Han Kuang exercises.
Tainan holds military, air raid, disaster drills on same day for 1st time CNA 25 Jul 2023 -- Annual air defense, disaster and cross-branch military drills were held on the same day in Tainan for the first time Tuesday, as part of a simulated Chinese attack on the southwestern city.
Soldiers wounded in ammunition explosion undergo amputations CNA 25 Jul 2023 -- Two soldiers severely injured in an explosion at a Keelung ammunition depot Monday have had to undergo partial amputations, a military hospital in Taipei said Tuesday.
Japan in no position to make irresponsible remarks on Taiwan question: Chinese FM Global Times 25 Jul 2023 -- What makes Japan, which exercised colonial rule over the island of Taiwan for half a century and committed notorious crimes to the Chinese people, think it is in a position and has the confidence to make such unwarranted remarks on Taiwan island? Chinese Foreign Ministry questioned on Tuesday after Japanese State Minister of Defense Toshiro Ino recently stated that if the Chinese mainland were to use force against Taiwan, Japan would likely "provide some kind of support" to the island.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.25, 2023 ROC MND 25 Jul 2023
Mainland official meets Taiwan guests attending cross-Strait event People's Daily 25 Jul 2023 -- Song Tao, the mainland's senior Taiwan affairs official, on Monday met with representatives of Taiwan guests who will attend a cross-Strait exchange event, including Hung Hsiu-chu, former chairperson of the Chinese Kuomintang party, in Nanjing of east China's Jiangsu Province.
Wanan air raid exercises take place in Taipei CNA 24 Jul 2023 -- The annual Wanan air raid drill began in northern Taiwan at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, bringing traffic to a halt and sending civilians to shelter in a safe place.
Nine injured in explosion at Keelung military base (update) CNA 24 Jul 2023 -- Nine people were injured, two seriously, on Monday after an explosion at an ammunition depot at the Hsiang Feng military base in Keelung, according to the Ministry of National Defense (MND).
Military cancels Taitung civilian airport drill due to approaching typhoon CNA 24 Jul 2023 -- Taiwan's military announced Monday it had canceled an emergency landing and takeoff drill at the civilian Taitung Fengnian Airport planned for Tuesday due to the approaching Typhoon Doksuri.
Taiwan's 1st group of volunteer female reservists report for military exercises CNA 24 Jul 2023 -- A group of 19 female veterans reported to a location in northern Taoyuan City to start five days of volunteer reservist training on Monday morning, which coincides with the ongoing five-day live-fire part of the annual Han Kuang series of military exercises.
Annual Wanan air raid drill starts in northern Taiwan CNA 24 Jul 2023 -- The annual Wanan air raid drill began in northern Taiwan on Monday, with traffic ground to a halt and civilians required to shelter in place and follow police instructions.
Taiwan kicks off annual Han Kuang live-fire drills CNA 24 Jul 2023 -- The live-fire component of the annual Han Kuang military exercises, Taiwan's major war games involving all military branches, kicked off early Monday with the focus of the first day's drills on testing the military's preservation and maintenance of combat capabilities in the event of a full-scale Chinese invasion.
VP Lai urges closer ties with France in meeting with visiting lawmakers CNA 24 Jul 2023 -- Vice President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) on Monday called for closer bilateral ties between Taiwan and France, during a meeting with a delegation of visiting French lawmakers at the Presidential Office in Taipei.
KMT nominates Hou Yu-ih for Taiwan leadership bid People's Daily 24 Jul 2023 -- The Chinese Kuomintang (KMT) party on Sunday convened a congress and approved the nomination of Hou Yu-ih as the party's candidate in the Taiwan leadership election next January.
China fumes over Taiwan presidential hopeful Radio Free Asia 24 Jul 2023 -- The recent flurry of diplomatic overtures toward China by the United States has done little to placate a perennially irate Beijing.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.24, 2023 ROC MND 24 Jul 2023
Taiwan arrests five on China spying charges Radio Free Asia 24 Jul 2023 -- Taiwanese authorities have arrested a top diabolo coach and four military veterans on suspicion of recruiting spies for China.
Han Kuang drills to test military backup operations: Source CNA 23 Jul 2023 -- The annual Han Kuang military exercises set to kick off Monday for five days will test Taiwan's military backup operations to ensure there would be no interruption in the chain of command in the event of an attack, a source with knowledge of the matter said Sunday.
Hou Yu-ih's presidential nomination approved at KMT party congress CNA 23 Jul 2023 -- The opposition Kuomintang (KMT) formally approved the selection of New Taipei Mayor Hou Yu-ih (侯友宜) as its 2024 presidential nominee during a party congress at Banqiao Gymnasium on Sunday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.23, 2023 ROC MND 23 Jul 2023
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.22, 2023 ROC MND 22 Jul 2023
Taiwan VP's US Transit to Test Already Tense China-US Ties VOA 22 Jul 2023 -- Taiwan's Vice President William Lai, a front-runner in the island's planned January presidential elections, announced this week that he plans to make transit stops in the U.S. next month on his way to Paraguay, sparking swift protest from China. Beijing objects to any action that could raise Taiwan's international profile and has pledged to keep the transit stops from happening.
MOFA condemns North Korea for threatening peace following missile launch CNA 22 Jul 2023 -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) has condemned North Korea for raising tensions and threatening regional peace after the country launched multiple missiles early Saturday.
Taiwan investigates suspected online leak of classified documents CNA 21 Jul 2023 -- Taiwan's National Security Bureau (NSB) said Friday it was investigating a suspected leak of classified government documents on the internet reported by Reuters earlier in the day.
U.S. committed to addressing weapons delivery delays: Pentagon official CNA 21 Jul 2023 -- The United States is doing everything it can to address the US$19 billion-worth of delayed weapons deliveries to Taiwan, according to a senior Pentagon official on Thursday.
The Ministry of National Defense issues a press release regarding "the implementation combat readiness and patrol cruises and long-distance maritime voyages." ROC MND 21 Jul 2023
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.21, 2023 ROC MND 21 Jul 2023
Retired navy officer gets 5-month prison sentence over China links CNA 21 Jul 2023 -- The Kaohsiung District Court on Friday sentenced retired Navy Major General Hsia Fu-hsiang (夏復翔) to five months in prison Friday in connection with a Chinese attempt to cultivate intelligence assets in Taiwan.
Taiwan Drills Draw on Lessons From Ukraine, China Threats VOA 20 Jul 2023 -- Next week, Taiwan will host military exercises and drills that include defending the island's main international airport from an attack, stopping amphibious landings, and ensuring sea lanes stay open in response to a mock blockade by China.
Transport controls to be imposed in Greater Taipei for Wanan air drills CNA 20 Jul 2023 -- All transportation in the Greater Taipei area will be required to stop for 30 minutes on July 24, with drivers and passengers evacuated from their vehicles and public transport, as part of the Wanan air defense exercise scheduled to take place in northern Taiwan that day, Taipei's Department of Transportation said Thursday.
Beijing's 'priority is to stop Taiwan's VP and presidential frontrunner's trip to US next month: China's ambassador to Washington Press TV 20 Jul 2023 -- China warns about a planned visit to the United States by the vice president and presidential frontrunner of Chinese Taipei (Taiwan), saying Beijing's priority is to stop such a provocative move.
Philippines: Manila closely monitoring Chinese threat to invade Taiwan Radio Free Asia 20 Jul 2023 -- Manila monitors and plans every day for the possibility of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan, the new Philippine defense secretary said Thursday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.20, 2023 ROC MND 20 Jul 2023
The Ministry of National Defense issues a press release to explain that "a civilian whose surname is Lu was lured to contact current and retired Armed Forces personnel and create a network" (July 20, 2023) ROC MND 20 Jul 2023
The Ministry of National Defense issues a press release explaining "the combat readiness and patrol cruises by the CCP" (July 20, 2023) ROC MND 20 Jul 2023
5 suspects detained over alleged espionage for China CNA 20 Jul 2023 -- A total of five people, including a diabolo instructor Lu Chi-hsien (魯紀賢), were detained and held incommunicado Thursday on suspicion of recruiting military officers to collect military intelligence for China.
Chinese military could suffer heavy losses in Taiwan advance: Simulation CNA 19 Jul 2023 -- Taiwan may be able to prevent Beijing from advancing in the event of an attack on northwestern Taiwan, which could result in heavy losses for the Chinese military, a scholar said Tuesday, citing the result of a tabletop war games event in Japan.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.19, 2023 ROC MND 19 Jul 2023
Minister confirms plans to buy NASAMS 2 air defense system from U.S. CNA 18 Jul 2023 -- Defense Minister Chiu Kuo-cheng (邱國正) on Tuesday confirmed that Taiwan has plans to purchase a National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System 2 (NASAMS 2) from the United States.
Military stages rehearsal for drill to defend New Taipei beach CNA 18 Jul 2023 -- Taiwan's military on Tuesday held a rehearsal for a drill to repel an amphibious attack on a beach in New Taipei's Bali District, according to the Ministry of National Defense (MND).
Taipei rejects 'one China' framework advocated by Terry Gou CNA 18 Jul 2023 -- Taiwan's government on Tuesday dismissed a proposal by Terry Gou (郭台銘), a potential presidential contender, that Taiwan and China should agree on a "one China framework" to ensure peace and stability.
China slams Taiwan presidential hopeful's planned 'sneaky visit' to US, vows 'forceful' reaction Press TV 18 Jul 2023 -- China has reacted angrily to a "sneaky visit" to the United States next month by Taiwan's "separatist" top presidential candidate, vowing "forceful measures" in response to protect its territorial integrity.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.18, 2023 ROC MND 18 Jul 2023
Tabletop war games reveal lack of security dialogue mechanism: Think tank CNA 17 Jul 2023 -- The lack of a mechanism to facilitate direct security dialogue between Taiwan, Japan and the United States is a major concern, the president of a Taiwanese think tank said Sunday at the conclusion of a two-day tabletop war games event held in Japan.
China lodges solemn representation to US over transit of Taiwan separatist Global Times 17 Jul 2023 -- China has lodged a solemn representation to the US concerning the plan of Taiwan separatist William Lai Ching-te to travel to Paraguay and transit through the US. China firmly opposes any form of official interaction between the US and the island, Mao Ning, spokesperson of the Chinese Foreign Ministry, told a routine press conference on Monday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.17, 2023 ROC MND 17 Jul 2023
PLA warship activities set new record around island of Taiwan Global Times 16 Jul 2023 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) recently ramped up warship activities around the island of Taiwan, breaking the record for the number of vessels deployed in its drills in the region.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.16, 2023 ROC MND 16 Jul 2023
U.S. House passes defense bill with Taiwan provisions CNA 15 Jul 2023 -- The U.S. House of Representatives on Friday passed a bill that lays out the country's sweeping national defense policy and budget for 2024, including provisions calling for military cooperation with Taiwan.
Paraguay President-elect Peña 'determined' to keep diplomatic ties with Taiwan CNA 15 Jul 2023 -- Visiting Paraguayan President-elect Santiago Peña said Saturday that he is "determined" to maintain the existing diplomatic relations with Taiwan during his upcoming five-year tenure, and those bilateral ties will not be compromised by his country's trade links with China.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.15, 2023 ROC MND 15 Jul 2023
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.14, 2023 ROC MND 14 Jul 2023
Advanced weapons systems seen during Bali anti-landing drill rehearsal CNA 13 Jul 2023 -- The army on Thursday deployed armored vehicles, drones, and Javelin anti-tank missiles while rehearsing for an anti-landing drill scheduled for July 27 that will form part of the Hang Kuang military exercises along a beach in Bali, New Taipei which is considered a critical strategic location.
7th Fleet Aircraft Transits Taiwan Strait US Navy 13 Jul 2023 -- A U.S. Navy P-8A Poseidon transited the Taiwan Strait in international airspace on July 13 (local time). By operating within the Taiwan Strait in accordance with international law, the United States upholds the navigational rights and freedoms of all nations. The aircraft's transit of the Taiwan Strait demonstrates the United States' commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. The United States military flies, sails and operates anywhere international law allows.
U.S. Navy aircraft transits Taiwan Strait: Defense ministry CNA 13 Jul 2023 -- A U.S. Navy P-8A Poseidon anti-submarine aircraft transited through the airspace above the Taiwan Strait Thursday morning, according to Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense (MND).
China censures US reconnaissance plane flight over Taiwan Strait Press TV 13 Jul 2023 -- China has censured the United States after one of its maritime patrol and reconnaissance planes crossed the airspace over the sensitive Taiwan Strait, which separates China from Taiwan.
13 Chinese planes cross median line in reaction to U.S. aircraft transit CNA 13 Jul 2023 -- A total of 26 Chinese military aircraft and four naval ships were detected near Taiwan on Thursday, of which 13 warplanes crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait in response to the transit of a United States aircraft over the Taiwan Strait, according to the Ministry of National Defense (MND).
PLA deploys combat aircraft to handle US spy plane's Taiwan Straits transit following drills Global Times 13 Jul 2023 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) deployed combat aircraft to deal with a US spy plane's transit through the Taiwan Straits on Thursday, which followed large-scale PLA exercises over the past two days that experts said were aimed at safeguarding China's national sovereignty and unity.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.13, 2023 ROC MND 13 Jul 2023
The Ministry of National Defense issues a press release explaining the "flight of a US P-8A anti-submarine aircraft" (July 13, 2023) ROC MND 13 Jul 2023
The Ministry of National Defense issues a press release explaining the "CCP's responses to sea-faring activities in dealing with a US P-8A anti-submarine aircraft and the coordination of CCP warships carrying out combat readiness and patrol cruises" (July 13, 2023) ROC MND 13 Jul 2023
Military stages rehearsal for anti-takeover drill at Taoyuan airport CNA 12 Jul 2023 -- Taiwan's military on Wednesday morning held a rehearsal for an anti-takeover drill at Taoyuan International Airport, according to the Ministry of National Defense (MND).
Taiwan Navy forms unit to take delivery of domestic submarine: Source CNA 12 Jul 2023 -- Taiwan's Navy has recently formed an ad hoc unit as it prepares to take delivery of the country's first domestically built submarine, a source familiar with the matter told CNA on Wednesday.
U.S. Senate committee files annual defense bill with Taiwan provisions CNA 12 Jul 2023 -- The U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee on Tuesday filed its draft of an annual defense policy bill, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), that contained provisions to strengthen defense and cybersecurity cooperation with Taiwan.
U.S. denies report of requesting Taiwan to produce bio-weapons CNA 12 Jul 2023 -- The U.S. State Department on Tuesday denied a recent Taiwanese report that the United States asked Taiwan to develop weaponized biological agents.
Paraguay to stand with Taiwan: Visiting president-elect CNA 12 Jul 2023 -- Paraguayan President-elect Santiago Peña said during a meeting with President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) in Taipei on Wednesday that his administration would continue to stand with Taiwan and strive to boost bilateral relations.
The Ministry of National Defense issues a press release refuting reports by United Daily News saying that "the United States urges our country to invest in the construction of a new P4 laboratory for the development of biological warfare agents" and its incorrect citation of military language (July 12, 2023) ROC MND 12 Jul 2023
The Ministry of National Defense issues a press release explaining reports "the implementation of joint sea-air joint training outside the response area southeast of our country " (July 12, 2023) ROC MND 12 Jul 2023
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.12, 2023 ROC MND 12 Jul 2023
Han Kuang war drills to use Taoyuan, Taitung airports for first time CNA 11 Jul 2023 -- Taiwan's military will conduct an anti-takeover drill at its major international gateway and an emergency landing and takeoff drill at a civilian airport in eastern Taiwan during the live-fire portion of this year's Han Kuang exercises.
Military's ballistic plates meet required test standards: MND CNA 11 Jul 2023 -- Ballistic plates made in Taiwan for use in military bulletproof vests have met local and international standards and passed required tests proving their effectiveness, Taiwan's military said Tuesday.
Taiwan to hold annual Wanan air defense drills July 24-27 CNA 11 Jul 2023 -- The annual Wanan air defense exercise is scheduled to be held in different areas of Taiwan from July 24 to July 27, with civilians required to shelter in place when the drills are being conducted in their area, the Ministry of National Defense (MND) said Tuesday.
Paraguayan president-elect arrives in Taiwan, pledges to boost ties CNA 11 Jul 2023 -- Paraguayan President-elect Santiago Peña arrived in Taiwan on Tuesday afternoon with a group of incoming government officials for a 5-day visit that he said would aim to "reinforce the friendship" between Asunción and Taipei.
The Ministry of National Defense issues a press release explaining "the implementation of joint combat readiness and patrol cruises by the CCP" ROC MND 11 Jul 2023
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.11, 2023 ROC MND 11 Jul 2023
Local COVID-19 situation has passed its peak: CDC CNA 11 Jul 2023 -- The COVID-19 situation in Taiwan passed its peak over the past week, as the daily average of confirmed serious and moderate COVID cases fell 8.2 percent from a week earlier to 190, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) said Tuesday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.10, 2023 ROC MND 10 Jul 2023
Ministry of National Defense issues a press release in response to media reports noting that "the United States is urging our country to develop biological warfare agents" ROC MND 10 Jul 2023
MND denies report of U.S. requesting Taiwan to produce bio-weapons CNA 09 Jul 2023 -- The Ministry of National Defense (MND) on Sunday denied a story by a local news media outlet that said the United States has asked Taiwan to develop weaponized biological agents.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.9, 2023 ROC MND 09 Jul 2023
The Ministry of National Defense issues a press release to explain reports about "the biological warfare agent developed by the Institute of Preventive Medicine of the Medical Affairs Bureau" ROC MND 09 Jul 2023
Chinese invasion of Taiwan likely to rely heavily on drones: Experts CNA 08 Jul 2023 -- If China were to militarily invade Taiwan, it would likely carry out its attacks by mainly using drones, which have become the face of modern warfare due to their low cost, high efficiency, and ability to minimize casualties, military experts said Saturday.
Blockading Taiwan would be a mistake for China: Ex-Pentagon official CNA 08 Jul 2023 -- An attempt by China to take Taiwan through a blockade would be a mistake because it would allow American-led coalition forces to build up enough force to eventually foil the attempt, a former U.S. Department of Defense official said Friday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.8, 2023 ROC MND 08 Jul 2023
U.S. to back Taiwan self-defense despite China rhetoric: AIT chair CNA 07 Jul 2023 -- The United States has deep respect for Taiwan's democracy and is committed to supporting Taiwan's self-defense, even in the face of loud complaints from Beijing, American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) Chair Laura Rosenberger said Thursday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.7, 2023 ROC MND 07 Jul 2023
The Ministry of National Defense issues a press release to clarify media reports asking "why Taiwan should purchase 30mm ammunition from the United States when it is able to make it itself" ROC MND 07 Jul 2023
The Ministry of National Defense issues a press release explaining reports of external concerns about "issues related to safety of bunter plates of the Armed Forces" ROC MND 07 Jul 2023
Taiwan-U.S. partnership will continue to be strong: Tsai CNA 06 Jul 2023 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) said her country's close partnership with the United States would continue to grow no matter who becomes the next leader of Taiwan during an Independence Day celebration in Taipei on Thursday which the three presidential candidates also attended.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.6, 2023 ROC MND 06 Jul 2023
Proposed expansion to reinforce U.S. commitment to Taiwan: AIT CNA 05 Jul 2023 -- A proposed expansion of the American Institute in Taiwan's (AIT) office compound in Taipei to land adjacent to the compound is meant to reinforce America's "rock-solid commitment to Taiwan," it said Wednesday.
MAC urged to raise China travel advisory due to new spying laws CNA 05 Jul 2023 -- The opposition Taiwan Statebuilding Party (TSP) on Wednesday urged Taiwan's government to upgrade a travel advisory for China, Hong Kong, and Macau after Beijing recently adopted two laws on foreign relations and counter-espionage activities.
Chinese mainland willing to engage in positive interaction to maintain peace: Taiwan Affairs Office Global Times 05 Jul 2023 -- The Chinese mainland is willing to work together with various political parties in Taiwan, including the Kuomintang (KMT), to maintain peace and stability in the Taiwan Straits on the common political basis of upholding the "1992 Consensus" and opposing "Taiwan independence," for the benefit of compatriots on both sides of the straits, said Chen Binhua, a spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, as a press conference on Tuesday.
Army conducts Stinger missiles firing drill in southern Taiwan CNA 04 Jul 2023 -- Taiwan's Army held a drill in southern Pingtung County on Tuesday to train soldiers on firing Stinger missiles and test its troops' asymmetrical warfare capabilities.
KMT presidential candidate could change 1-year military service policy CNA 04 Jul 2023 -- Kuomintang (KMT) presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih (侯友宜) said Monday that if elected he would restore the length of compulsory military service to four months as long as he was sure there was stability and peace in the Taiwan Strait.
Lithuania cooperation not checkbook diplomacy: MOFA CNA 04 Jul 2023 -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) on Tuesday said Taiwan is not engaging in checkbook diplomacy with Lithuania amid controversy surrounding a 10 million euro (US$10.9 million) grant and technology transfers to the Baltic State.
The Ministry of National Defense issues a press release explaining that the "CCP carried out combat readiness and patrol joint cruises" ROC MND 04 Jul 2023
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.4, 2023 ROC MND 04 Jul 2023
COVID-19 cases dip slightly but remain around plateau: CDC CNA 04 Jul 2023 -- The number of serious COVID-19 infections in Taiwan fell slightly for a second consecutive week but remained on a plateau that has lasted most of June, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) said Tuesday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.3, 2023 ROC MND 03 Jul 2023
Taiwan stages live-fire drill to test ability in countering sea attacks CNA 03 Jul 2023 -- Taiwan's Army on Monday held a round of precision weapon live-fire exercises in southern Pingtung County to test troops' capabilities in countering potential amphibious and sea attacks from China.
Expert urges U.S. to boost military presence around Taiwan to deter China CNA 02 Jul 2023 -- A Taiwanese defense scholar has called on the United States to increase its military presence around Taiwan to deter Chinese military forces from entering Taiwan's territorial space, which he said could ultimately lead to a cross-Strait war.
PLA ramps up exercises amid latest US arms sales plan to Taiwan island Global Times 02 Jul 2023 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) has reportedly ramped up military exercise around the island of Taiwan after the US approved a latest round of potential arms sales to the island on Thursday, with experts saying on Sunday that the PLA is fully capable of safeguarding national sovereignty, security and development interests.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.2, 2023 ROC MND 02 Jul 2023
Japan think tank invites Taiwan scholars to tabletop war games: Source CNA 01 Jul 2023 -- Some Taiwanese defense scholars have been invited to observe the tabletop war games that will be held later this month by a Japanese think tank, simulating a military conflict across the Taiwan Strait, a source told CNA recently.
EU declares position on Taiwan-China issue for 1st time at summit CNA 01 Jul 2023 -- European Union leaders took a stance on the cross-Taiwan Strait issue on Friday for the first time, saying during a summit that they are against any unilateral moves to change the status quo.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jul.1, 2023 ROC MND 01 Jul 2023

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