July 2025 - Taiwan Special Weapons News

Think tank highlights shifts in Taiwan's defense posture CNA 31 Jul 2025 -- The key takeaways from the recently concluded Han Kuang military exercises include the military's evolving response to gray zone threats, efforts to secure critical maritime and air routes, and the possibility of stationing the Marine Corps' 99th Brigade in northern Taiwan, according to a Taiwan-based think tank.
Taiwan, U.S. complete 'technical consultations' on trade: Cabinet CNA 31 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan has completed "technical consultations" on tariffs and other trade issues with the United States, Cabinet spokesperson Michelle Lee (李慧芝) told a news briefing in Taipei on Thursday.
China urges US to stop official exchanges with Taiwan region: FM responds to US congressional delegation's planned August visit to Taiwan Global Times 31 Jul 2025 -- When asked for comments on reports saying that a top Republican lawmaker will lead a congressional delegation to Taiwan in August, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Thursday that China has always firmly opposed any form of official exchanges between the US and China's Taiwan region.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 31 Jul 2025
US calls off a meeting with head of Taiwan island 'defense authority' 'at last minute': media report Global Times 31 Jul 2025 -- The US administration has called off a meeting with Wellington Koo, head of so-called "defense authority" of the island of Taiwan, "at the last minute" in June, according to Financial Times (FT) on Wednesday.
Mainland says flight route adjustment benefits both sides of Taiwan Strait People's Daily 31 Jul 2025 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Wednesday said that the mainland's W121 connection line of the M503 flight route benefits both sides of the Taiwan Strait.
PRC government fully enjoys, exercises sovereignty over Taiwan: spokesperson People's Daily 31 Jul 2025 -- The government of the People's Republic of China (PRC) naturally and fully enjoys and exercises China's sovereignty, which includes sovereignty over Taiwan, a Chinese mainland spokesperson said Wednesday.
DPP denounced for allowing U.S. to take liberties at cost of Taiwan People's Daily 31 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities were on Wednesday blasted for allowing the United States to take whatever it wants in trade talks at the expense of the island and its people.
China hopes certain countries not to be swayed by "Taiwan independence" forces: spokesperson People's Daily 31 Jul 2025 -- Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun on Wednesday expressed hope that Taiwan's so-called "diplomatic allies" will not be repeatedly swayed or used by "Taiwan independence" forces.
U.S. reiterates position that Lai visit plan not canceled CNA 30 Jul 2025 -- The United States State Department on Tuesday dismissed speculation that a planned trip to South America with stopovers in the U.S. by President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) was canceled, saying there were no plans and therefore nothing was canceled.
Taiwan decries Chinese coast guard 'harassment' off Kinmen CNA 30 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan's Coast Guard Administration (CGA) on Wednesday condemned China for sending coastguard ships into Taiwan-controlled waters off Kinmen County for two days straight, branding the actions as "harassment."
Attempts to seek 'Taiwan independence' through provocative acts are doomed to fail, says FM on Lai reportedly delaying Latin America trip after 'transit' plan rejected by US Global Times 30 Jul 2025 -- When asked to comment on reports that Taiwan regional leader Lai Ching-te has delayed his planned trip to Latin America to visit so-called "diplomatic allies" after the US rejected his planned "transit" through New York, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said that the one-China principle is a fundamental norm in international relations and a prevailing consensus of the international community.
Attempt to 'seek independence by relying on US' futile, says mainland spokesperson on Trump administration's reported denial of Lai's US transit stop Global Times 30 Jul 2025 -- In response to an inquiry regarding a Financial Times report that the Trump administration had denied permission for Taiwan regional leader Lai Ching-te to stop in New York en route to Central America, Chen Binhua, spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, said on Wednesday that "We have taken note of the relevant report. We firmly oppose any form of official exchanges between the US and China's Taiwan region, firmly oppose Lai's attempts to 'transit' through the US under any pretext or in any form," Chen said.
China firmly opposes current US congress concocting multiple Taiwan-related bills: Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson Global Times 30 Jul 2025 -- When asked to comment on the US House of Representatives' passing the so-called Taiwan Conflict Deterrence Act, and the Democratic Progressive Party authority's claim that the current US Congress has so far proposed more than 20 bills directly "supporting Taiwan," along with over 20 additional bills or resolutions mentioning "supporting Taiwan," Chen Binhua, a spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, expressed firm opposition to the multiple Taiwan-related bills concocted by the current US Congress, which has repeatedly sent serious wrong signals to the authorities of Lai Ching-te and the "Taiwan independence" separatists.
US urged to stop interfering in China's internal affairs as mainland spokesperson responds to US bill providing aid to Taiwan Global Times 30 Jul 2025 -- In response to an inquiry about the US House of Representatives recently passing the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act, which includes $500 million for the so-called Taiwan Security Cooperation Initiative to provide Taiwan with defensive equipment as well as military education and training assistance, Chen Binhua, spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, said on Wednesday that the Taiwan question is purely China's internal affair and tolerates no external interference.
Mainland spokesperson responds to DPP's plan to use textbook hyping 'threat' from mainland Global Times 30 Jul 2025 -- In response to a media inquiry about the DPP authorities' plan to introduce 13 so-called "recognizing the threat from China" supplementary textbooks for the new semester in September, an initiative local commentators have condemned as systematic "Taiwan independence" brainwashing that will seriously damage young people's perceptions and harm cross-Straits relations, Chen Binhua, spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, said on Wednesday that the DPP authorities stubbornly insist on a separatist "Taiwan independence" agenda and are vigorously pursuing "de-Sinicization," willfully ignoring history and distorting facts.
DPP's failure in 'mass recall' vote reflects its policy runs counter to mainstream public opinion: spokesperson Global Times 30 Jul 2025 -- When asked to comment on claims by Lai Ching-te, who thanked the "civic power," and called for so-called "resisting communists and protecting Taiwan," following the first-round results of "mass recall" vote in Taiwan, Chen Binhua, spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, said on Wednesday that Lai's claims are utterly self-deceptive and fully expose his obstinate nature as a staunch advocate of "Taiwan independence."
DPP authorities repeatedly stir up trouble to challenge 'Olympic model' with the aim of exploiting sports for 'independence': mainland spokesperson Global Times 30 Jul 2025 -- Regarding the DPP authorities' recent claim that during the FISU World University Games in Germany, mainland delegation staff repeatedly pressured the organizers and interfered with activities of the Taiwan delegation, and "escalated" the issue beyond the "Olympic model," Chen Binhua, spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, said on Wednesday that the "Olympic model" is the internationally recognized protocol for handling the Taiwan question in sports and the principle jointly observed by sports communities on both sides of the Straits. It provides the fundamental institutional guarantee for promoting cross-Straits sports exchanges and for athletes from both sides of the Straits to participate in international competitions.
Root cause of current tension in Taiwan Straits lie in Lai's pursuit of independence: Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson Global Times 30 Jul 2025 -- In response to media inquiry on that Financial Times recently reported that Japanese government officials have told Japanese companies in Taiwan that if a conflict in the Taiwan-Straits requires the evacuation of employees, they will be "on their own," and it is reported that several major Japanese companies have conducted annual simulated evacuations of their employees in Taiwan since 2022.
DPP authorities' concessions in tariff talks with the US sacrifice interests of Taiwan Island and people: Mainland Taiwan Affairs Office Global Times 30 Jul 2025 -- The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities have kept their trade negotiations with the US behind closed doors and even engaged in political manipulations, simply because they have no bottom line when it comes to currying favor with Washington or selling out Taiwan, Chen Binhua, a spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, said at a press briefing on Wednesday.
Taiwan Affairs Office responds to claim that 'Chinese mainland's market share in mature process chips will surpass Taiwan within two years' Global Times 30 Jul 2025 -- When asked about comments on a recent report from Taiwan's "National Science and Technology Council" think tank saying that the Chinese mainland is expected to surpass Taiwan in market share for mature process chips within two years, and dominating the development direction of major tech products, Chen Binhua, spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, told a press conference on Wednesday that we highly value technological innovation and market applications.
Mainland firmly opposes Lai Ching-te's U.S. "stopover" attempt: spokesperson People's Daily 30 Jul 2025 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Wednesday voiced firm opposition to Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te's attempt to "transit" through the United States under any pretext or in any form.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 30 Jul 2025
Ministry of National Defense Issues Press Release Clarifying Media Reports on "Key Military Personnel Adjustments" ROC MND 30 Jul 2025
Ministry of National Defense Issues Press Release Regarding "PLA's Joint Combat Readiness Patrol" ROC MND 30 Jul 2025
Ministry of National Defense: Minister Ku Presides Over Inauguration Ceremony for Military High Court Service Tribunal and Northern Regional Military Court Soldiers' Rights Protection Committee, Enhancing Human Rights Protection Mechanisms ROC MND 29 Jul 2025
Taiwan says Israeli settlement aid talks 'not crossing red line' CNA 29 Jul 2025 -- A senior official from Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said Tuesday that a potential donation to a medical project in an Israeli settlement would not cross any red lines, despite criticism from rights groups.
KMT blocking defense budget could harm Taiwan-U.S. relations: scholar CNA 29 Jul 2025 -- After the failure of Saturday's mass recall of 24 opposition Kuomintang (KMT) legislators, Taiwan-U.S. relations could be "significantly harmed" if the defense budget is blocked, a U.S. scholar said Tuesday.
Stopover policy 'unchanged': U.S. State Department CNA 29 Jul 2025 -- The U.S. State Department said Tuesday that its policy on stopovers by Taiwanese leaders "has not changed" amid reports U.S. President Donald Trump had blocked a visit to New York by President Lai Ching-te (賴清德).
Taiwan mulls chip restrictions amid South Africa name change row CNA 29 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan is considering restricting semiconductor exports to South Africa in response to what it described as a "crude" downgrade of its diplomatic presence in the country, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said Tuesday.
Recall failure could make raising defense spending harder: Scholar CNA 29 Jul 2025 -- The failure of Saturday's mass recall vote could make it more difficult for the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) administration to increase Taiwan's defense spending given its legislative minority, according to an American scholar.
Taiwan foreign ministry denies Financial Times report on Lai's trip CNA 29 Jul 2025 -- President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) currently has no plans to travel overseas, Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) spokesperson Hsiao Kuangwei (蕭光偉) said Tuesday, denying media reports that Lai's planned trip to Paraguay through New York was blocked by the United States.
China firmly opposes any form of official exchanges between US and Taiwan region: FM responds to Trump administration's reported block of Lai's stopover Global Times 29 Jul 2025 -- China firmly opposes any form of official interaction between the US and the Taiwan region and firmly opposes any trip by leader of the Taiwan region to the US in any name or under whatever pretext, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Tuesday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 29 Jul 2025
Failed recall vote bid a big blow for Lai, Taiwan's DPP People's Daily 29 Jul 2025 -- The Democratic Progressive Party's (DPP) failure in their Taiwan recall vote endeavors on Saturday is widely seen as a sweeping victory for the opposition Kuomintang (KMT) party and a direct expression of public dissatisfaction with DPP authorities led by Lai Ching-te.
2nd batch of 42 M1A2T tanks arrives in Taiwan CNA 28 Jul 2025 -- A second batch of 42 M1A2T Abrams tanks purchased from the United States arrived at Taipei Port late Sunday and were transported in the early hours of Monday to the Army's Armored Training Command in Hsinchu's Hukou Township.
Lai has no plans to go on overseas visit: Presidential Office CNA 28 Jul 2025 -- President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) has no plans to make an overseas visit in the near future, a spokesperson for Lai said Monday, after local and foreign media had reported in mid-July he would visit Paraguay in August with stops in the United States.
DPP secretary-general submits resignation after legislative recall loss CNA 28 Jul 2025 -- Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Secretary-General Lin Yu-chang (林右昌) said Monday that he has submitted his resignation following the failure of the mass legislative recall campaign backed by his party over the weekend.
Chinese FM urges Japan to act prudently on Taiwan question, not to harm China's sovereignty, and send wrong signal following island official's Japan visit Global Times 28 Jul 2025 -- When asked to comment on reports that the head of Taiwan's so-called "foreign affairs department" recently visited Japan in a "private capacity" and met with Japanese politicians, including former Minister for Economic Security Sanae Takaichi and director of the LDP Youth Division Nakasone Yasutaka, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun stated on Monday that by allowing Lin Chia-lung to make the so-called "private" trip, Japan provided a platform for "Taiwan independence" forces to engage in anti-China separatist activities, seriously violated the basic norms governing international relations and the principles in the four political documents between China and Japan, and sent out a gravely wrong signal.
KMT triumphs in recall vote amid growing public discontent with Taiwan's DPP authorities People's Daily 28 Jul 2025 -- A recall campaign against 24 legislators of the Chinese Kuomintang (KMT) in Taiwan failed on Saturday, with none of the proposals receiving more votes in favor of the recall than against it, according to the local election affairs authority.
Recall vote shows DPP's manipulation runs against Taiwan people's will: mainland spokesperson People's Daily 28 Jul 2025 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Sunday said that the failure of a recall vote targeting opposition lawmakers in Taiwan's local legislature shows that the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP)'s political manipulation runs against the will of the people.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 28 Jul 2025
After beating recall, opposition lawmaker calls for Cabinet reshuffle CNA 27 Jul 2025 -- Lawmaker Wang Hung-wei (王鴻薇) of the opposition Kuomintang (KMT) on Sunday called for a Cabinet reshuffle, a day after she and 23 other KMT legislators successfully fended off recall campaigns against them.
Taiwan's drone exports soar nearly 750% in H1 CNA 27 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan's drone exports soared nearly 750% year-on-year in the first half of 2025, with Poland the biggest buyer, as European countries ramped up orders amid the European Union's (EU) growing focus on defense and cybersecurity, according to the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA).
Recall vote shows DPP's manipulation runs against Taiwan people's will: mainland spokesperson Global Times 27 Jul 2025 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Sunday said that the failure of a recall vote targeting opposition lawmakers in Taiwan's local legislature shows that the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP)'s political manipulation runs against the will of the people.
DPP's manipulation called 'a political purge,' but voters reject turning Taiwan into a testing ground for extreme ideologies Global Times 27 Jul 2025 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Sunday said that the failure of a recall vote targeting opposition lawmakers in Taiwan's local legislature shows that the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP)'s political manipulation runs against the will of the people.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 27 Jul 2025
Recall vote shows DPP's manipulation runs against Taiwan people's will: mainland spokesperson Global Times 27 Jul 2025 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Sunday said that the failure of a recall vote targeting opposition lawmakers in Taiwan's local legislature shows that the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP)'s political manipulation runs against the will of the people.
Lai urges unity, praises democracy after sweeping recall loss CNA 26 Jul 2025 -- President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) called for unity and praised democracy after his Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) suffered a sweeping loss in Saturday's recall votes.
KMT holds ground as unprecedented recall movement derailed CNA 26 Jul 2025 -- Public votes were held Saturday in about one-third of Taiwan's constituencies to decide whether 24 lawmakers from the Kuomintang (KMT) would be removed from office in an unprecedented recall movement seeking to reshape the Legislature.
Recall failure a victory for Taiwan's people: KMT chairman CNA 26 Jul 2025 -- The chairman of the main opposition Kuomintang (KMT) praised the clean sweep against recall campaigns scored by 24 of his party's lawmakers on Saturday as "a big victory for Taiwan's people," saying it showed that voters opted for stability.
All 24 KMT lawmakers, Hsinchu mayor survive recall votes (update) CNA 26 Jul 2025 -- All 24 lawmakers of the main opposition Kuomintang (KMT) up for recall Saturday survived their recall votes, ensuring that the KMT along with Taiwan People's Party (TPP) lawmakers will maintain opposition control of the Legislature.
DPP acknowledges failure of mass recall campaign CNA 26 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) on Saturday acknowledged the failure of a mass legislative recall effort, framing the result as a reflection of civic engagement rather than a partisan contest.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 26 Jul 2025
Chinese FM summons Japanese diplomat over visit of DPP official to Japan Global Times 26 Jul 2025 -- Liu Jinsong, Director-General of the Department of Asian Affairs of the Chinese Foreign Ministry, urgently summoned Chief Minister of the Embassy of Japan in China Yokochi Akira on Friday to lodge a stern representation and strong protest over the visit to Japan by Lin Chia-lung, head of the "foreign affairs department" of Taiwan's DPP authorities.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 25 Jul 2025
Chinese embassy in Israel lodges solemn representations following Knesset's joint call on Taiwan's participation in intl organizations Global Times 25 Jul 2025 -- The Chinese Embassy in Israel expressed its firm opposition and has lodged solemn representations with the Israeli side on Friday after certain members of the Knesset jointly signed a statement calling for support for Taiwan's participation in some international organizations, which blatantly challenged the one-China principle.
Taiwan, Somaliland sign coast guard cooperation deal CNA 24 Jul 2025 -- President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) on Thursday lauded a new agreement signed between Taiwan and Somaliland in Taipei that day, saying it would pave the way for new maritime cooperation between the two sides.
Ex-intel chief calls on U.S. to help Taiwan upgrade classified clearance system CNA 24 Jul 2025 -- A former U.S. naval intelligence chief on Wednesday called on Washington to help Taiwan upgrade its classified clearance system amid growing threats from China.
China appreciates South African moves to relocate, rename Taiwan 'offices': FM Global Times 24 Jul 2025 -- The South African government has issued a Government Gazette officially withdrawing its diplomatic recognition of Taiwan's representative office in Pretoria. It has also called on the Taiwan authorities to relocate the institution to Johannesburg and rename the "Taipei Liaison Office" in Cape Town as the "Taipei Commercial Office."
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 24 Jul 2025
Taiwan set to take delivery of 2nd batch of 42 M1A2T tanks Saturday CNA 23 Jul 2025 -- A second batch of 42 M1A2T Abrams main battle tanks (MBTs) Taiwan purchased from the United States is slated to arrive at the Port of Taipei by ship late on Saturday, a source with knowledge of the matter said Wednesday.
Taiwan plans to purchase nearly 50,000 indigenous drones by 2027 CNA 23 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan's military plans to procure close to 50,000 drones over the next two years as part of efforts to boost its asymmetric warfare capabilities, according to a government tender notice.
MAC reaffirms People's Republic of China has never ruled Taiwan CNA 23 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) on Wednesday reaffirmed that the People's Republic of China (PRC) has never ruled Taiwan, describing it as a "historical fact that cannot be disputed."
Taiwan welcomes U.S. lawmaker's remarks on South African office issue CNA 23 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) on Wednesday thanked U.S. House Representative Chris Smith for condemning South Africa's nominal downgrading of Taiwan's representative offices in the country.
Taiwan denies report of South Korea seeking martial law support CNA 23 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan's Presidential Office has rejected a report by a South Korean newspaper saying that a military intelligence official under now-impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol sought Taiwan's support for South Korea's declaration of martial law in December 2024.
Ex-colonel acquitted in final China spy case ruling CNA 23 Jul 2025 -- Former Air Defense Artillery colonel Hsin Peng-sheng (辛澎生) was acquitted Wednesday of charges that he tried to establish a spy network for China, after a retrial by the Taiwan High Court found insufficient evidence.
Ministry of National Defense Issues Press Release Addressing Media Reports on Alleged Impropriety in Army Clothing Supply Station Procurement Case Involving Evaluator Surnamed Hung ROC MND 23 Jul 2025
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 23 Jul 2025
Taiwan says aid to Israeli settlement still under discussion CNA 22 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said Tuesday that a potential donation to a medical project in an Israeli settlement is still under discussion and would be focused solely on humanitarian assistance, amid concerns it could violate international norms.
Lai calls for democratic cooperation amid authoritarian threats CNA 22 Jul 2025 -- President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) on Tuesday called for deeper cooperation among democracies in the face of growing authoritarian threats, during separate meetings with visiting European and Irish parliamentary delegations.
U.S. House passes bill on deterring Chinese aggression against Taiwan CNA 22 Jul 2025 -- The U.S. House of Representatives on Monday passed a bill that seeks to deter Chinese military action by exposing the corruption of Chinese Communist Party (CCP) officials in the event of military action against Taiwan.
China's submarine cable maneuvering leaves Taiwan at risk: Report CNA 22 Jul 2025 -- China could block undersea cable repair vessels if a conflict across the Taiwan Strait were to occur, a major problem for Taiwan given that more than 90 percent of its internet connectivity depends on submarine cable links, a report by intelligence advisory firm Recorded Future has said.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 22 Jul 2025
TikTok could be tool for China to sway Taiwanese youth during wartime: Experts CNA 22 Jul 2025 -- Experts in information warfare on Tuesday warned that China could use TikTok to influence young people in Taiwan, particularly in a pre-war or wartime scenario, during a seminar in Taipei on Beijing's propaganda efforts targeting Taiwan.
Experts laud Han Kuang drills for realism, discipline and practicality CNA 21 Jul 2025 -- The 2025 Han Kuang military exercises -- the longest in the history of the annual drills -- have drawn positive feedback for their emphasis on realistic combat training, higher troop visibility, and the debut of new military equipment, despite a few minor incidents during the 10-day period over which the exercises were held.
U.S. House approves 'Honest Maps' amendment targeting China's depiction of Taiwan CNA 21 Jul 2025 -- The U.S. House has passed an amendment banning the Defense Department from creating, buying, or displaying any map that shows Taiwan as part of the People's Republic of China (PRC).
Experts urge focus on anti-drone tactics in Han Kuang drills CNA 21 Jul 2025 -- Defense experts have called for more focus on counter-drone drills in future Han Kuang exercises, saying the 41st edition, which ended Friday, lacked preparation for a potential large-scale drone attack by China.
Trump urges Congress to boost Taiwan defense aid to US$1 billion CNA 21 Jul 2025 -- The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed support for U.S. aid to Taiwan to bolster its defense capabilities and "strongly urged" Congress to increase the appropriation to US$1 billion.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 21 Jul 2025
Military source admits equipment displays create OPSEC predicament CNA 20 Jul 2025 -- The recent publicity surrounding the deployment of Patriot PAC-2 and PAC-3 mobile missile launchers at a riverside park in Taipei raised the profile of Taiwan's armed forces but may create a predicament in securing operational security (OPSEC), an anonymous military source told CNA.
U.S. House passes US$500 million in Taiwan aid CNA 20 Jul 2025 -- The United States House of Representatives on Friday passed the Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2026, which includes US$500 million for Taiwan.
US Senate Committee bill's provocative stance signals certain US lawmakers' attempt to deepen intervention into Taiwan question: expert Global Times 20 Jul 2025 -- A US Senate Committee is attempting to push for defense budget bill for fiscal year 2026 with a more provocative stance on inviting Taiwan region to participate in the Rim of the Pacific Exercise (RIMPAC), on which experts and observers said signals certain US lawmakers' attempt to deepen US intervention in the Taiwan question.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 20 Jul 2025
KMT urges 'no' vote in recall election to send President Lai a message CNA 19 Jul 2025 -- The main opposition party, the Kuomintang (KMT), called on its supporters Saturday to vote "no" in next week's recall election against 24 of its legislators, saying it would also send a "no" message to President Lai Ching-te (賴清德).
Ex-U.S. admiral praises Taiwan's mobilization of reservists in Han Kuang drills CNA 19 Jul 2025 -- A retired U.S. Navy rear admiral on Friday praised Taiwan for mobilizing more than 20,000 reservists in its annual Han Kuang military exercises this year.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 19 Jul 2025
Defense chief lauds effort but acknowledges mishaps in Taiwan drills CNA 18 Jul 2025 -- Defense Minister Wellington Koo (顧立雄) on Friday praised Taiwanese troops for their hard work over the past 10 days as the longest-ever live-fire component of Taiwan's annual military exercises concluded early Friday.
Taiwan VP Hsiao reaffirms security focus amid Chinese threats CNA 18 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan's Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim (蕭美琴) on Friday reaffirmed the government's efforts to strengthen national security amid rising threats from China and underscored its commitment to maintaining the status quo across the Taiwan Strait.
Fact that both sides of Taiwan Straits belong to one and same China remains unchanged, FM says on Hsiao's claims Global Times 18 Jul 2025 -- Responding to media inquiries for comment after Taiwan island's deputy regional leader Hsiao Bi-khim said in a press conference Friday that "aggressive military posturing by China is counterproductive" and that "defending the status quo with China is consistent with the interests of the entire region," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said that no matter what the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities say or do, they cannot change the fact that the two sides of the Straits belong to one and the same China, the prevailing international commitment to the one-China principle, nor can they change the trend toward ultimate and inevitable reunification.
Ministry of National Defense: Minister Koo Announces Conclusion of Han Kuang Exercise, Commends Personnel for Ten Days and Nine Nights of Dedicated Effort ROC MND 18 Jul 2025
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 18 Jul 2025
Newly acquired micro-drones make Han Kuang drills debut CNA 18 Jul 2025 -- Several newly deployed micro surveillance and reconnaissance drones have made their debut in the Han Kuang military exercises, Taiwan's military media reported Thursday.
Ministry of National Defense: Tri-Service General Hospital Conducts First Evacuation Exercise, Minister Koo Commends Wartime Medical Response Measures ROC MND 17 Jul 2025
Taipei military hospital holds evacuation drill on Han Kuang day 9 CNA 17 Jul 2025 -- A military-run hospital in Taipei on Thursday held a round of evacuation drills to simulate emergency evacuation during a Chinese invasion, on the ninth day of the annual Han Kuang exercises.
President thanks visiting Guatemala Congress leader for supporting Taiwan CNA 17 Jul 2025 -- President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) thanked Guatemala for its continued support of Taiwan's international participation during a meeting with Guatemalan Congress President Nery Ramos in Taipei on Thursday.
Ukraine experience shows huge challenge Taiwan faces on drone attacks CNA 17 Jul 2025 -- Daily reports issued by Ukraine's Air Force suggest that drones are causing more serious casualties than missiles, a sobering prospect for Taiwan, given that China is the world's biggest producer of drones and has the capacity to relentlessly pound Taiwan with them.
Han Kuang: Army choppers practice hot-pit refueling in New Taipei, Taichung CNA 17 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan's Army on Thursday conducted hot-pit refueling and rearming drills for military helicopters in New Taipei and Taichung to test their quicker redeployment capabilities as part of the 9th day of the ongoing Han Kuang series of exercises.
Taiwan holds annual live-fire, air raid drills that simulate Chinese attack Radio Free Asia 17 Jul 2025 -- Air-raid sirens blared in Taipei and other cities in northern Taiwan on Thursday, part of annual drills testing the country's response to a potential invasion by China.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 17 Jul 2025
Taiwan's DPP slammed for hyping up "mainland threat" in textbooks People's Daily 17 Jul 2025 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Wednesday voiced serious condemnation against Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authority for attempting to hype up the "mainland threat" with a new compilation of textbooks.
Mainland slams Lai Ching-te's "transit" plan to U.S. People's Daily 17 Jul 2025 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Wednesday voiced firm opposition to any form of official interaction between the United States and China's Taiwan region, and denounced Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te's attempt to "transit" through the United States under any pretext or in any form.
Mainland slams "Taiwan independence" separatists making money on mainland People's Daily 17 Jul 2025 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Wednesday voiced strong opposition against those who make money on the mainland and support "Taiwan independence" separatist activities at the same time.
Lai Ching-te's "lectures" full of lies: mainland spokesperson People's Daily 17 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te's so-called "10 lectures on unity" are a patchwork of fallacious "Taiwan independence" rhetoric full of lies, a mainland spokesperson said on Wednesday.
Mainland warns DPP's separatist moves undermining Taiwan's economy, investor confidence People's Daily 17 Jul 2025 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Wednesday warned that the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities' continued attempts to seek "Taiwan independence" through military buildup and collusion with external forces will inevitably undermine Taiwan's economic prospects and erode foreign investor confidence.
Ministry of National Defense Statement on the PLA's Joint Combat Readiness Patrol ROC MND 16 Jul 2025
Army engages in tank field maintenance in Han Kuang exercises CNA 16 Jul 2025 -- The Army on Wednesday conducted a field repair drill simulating a tank malfunction during the ongoing Han Kuang military exercises, highlighting the importance of battlefield maintenance in sustained combat operations, the military said.
Military conducts in-depth defense drill in Taichung CNA 16 Jul 2025 -- As part of the ongoing Han Kuang military exercises, the Fifth Theater of Command on Wednesday conducted a deep defense combat drill in Taichung.
Armed Forces simulate response to airborne assault on Songshan Airport CNA 16 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan's military conducted a nighttime drill Wednesday simulating a response to a potential Chinese attempt to seize Taipei Songshan Airport.
French national strategy report highlights China's threats to Taiwan CNA 16 Jul 2025 -- France's latest national strategic report has highlighted China's repeated military exercises around Taiwan and asserted that Beijing's escalating pressure on Taipei has created unease in the region.
Taiwan coast guard expels Chinese ships from Dongsha waters CNA 16 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan's Coast Guard Administration (CGA) said on Wednesday that it dispatched a vessel early that morning to expel two Chinese coast guard ships that had intruded into Taiwan-controlled waters off Dongsha Island in the South China Sea.
Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson slams DPP authorities for posing threats to anti-Japanese war veterans and smearing commemorative events Global Times 16 Jul 2025 -- Responding to media questions on Wednesday regarding the threats posed by the Mainland Affairs Council in the Taiwan region to Kuomintang (KMT) anti-Japanese war veterans invited by the mainland to participate in events marking the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, Chen Binhua, spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, slammed the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities for not only refusing to commemorate the war but also for intimidating these veterans. The Taiwan region's "defense authorities" warned residents and retired military personnel not to be "lured," and the island's Mainland Affairs Council stated that any participants in such events deemed to "undermine Taiwan's dignity" would have their retirement benefits revoked.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 16 Jul 2025
Placing 8 Taiwan entities on export control list is mainland's necessary move to defend national sovereignty: spokesperson Global Times 16 Jul 2025 -- In response to media inquiry on that the so-called "mainland affairs council" in the Taiwan island claimed that the mainland's move to include eight Taiwan entities in the export control list is to "weaponize" trade, Chen Binhua, a spokesperson of the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, said on Wednesday the facts that the eight Taiwan entities deliberately cooperated with the "Taiwan independence" separatist forces to "seek independence by force" are clear and the evidence is conclusive. Putting them on the export control list is a necessary measure to defend national sovereignty and territorial integrity and maintain peace and stability in the Taiwan Straits, said Chen.
Mainland spokesperson opposes Lai's planned US transit, urges the US side to strictly adhere to one-China principle Global Times 16 Jul 2025 -- In response to media inquiries regarding Taiwan regional leader Lai Ching-te's reported "visit" to Paraguay, Guatemala, and Belize, with planned "transit" stops in New York and Dallas, Chen Binhua, spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, stated on Wednesday, "We firmly oppose any form of official interaction between the US and China's Taiwan region, and resolutely oppose Lai's 'transit' stops in the US under any pretext or in any form."
Taiwan's DPP hypes so-called 'attack' incident to incite cross-Straits confrontation: spokesperson Global Times 16 Jul 2025 -- In response to an inquiry on that the so-called "mainland affairs council" in the Taiwan island asked the mainland to explain and apologize for Chinese embassy staff in the Czech Republic "attacking" Hsiao Bi-khim during her visit to Czech Republic, Chen Binhua, a spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, said on Wednesday that we have always clearly opposed any form of official exchanges between countries having diplomatic ties with China and the Taiwan region, and firmly opposed relevant country providing a political stage for "Taiwan independence" separatists.
Mainland remains a promising investment destination; DPP's 'decoupling' efforts doomed to be futile: Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson Global Times 16 Jul 2025 -- Cross-Straits economic cooperation and integrated development continue to benefit businesses and people on both sides of the straits, with the Chinese mainland remaining a stable, secure, and promising investment destination for businesses from the island of Taiwan, Chen Binhua, a spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, said at a regular press conference in Beijing on Wednesday.
Taiwan's COVID-19 cases fall, ongoing vigilance crucial: CDC CNA 15 Jul 2025 -- COVID-19 cases in Taiwan have continued to decline, but health authorities are urging the public to remain alert as the risk of severe illness and death remain high, particularly among older adults and those with chronic health conditions.
Lai inspects extended-range Hsiung Feng III missiles in New Taipei CNA 15 Jul 2025 -- President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) on Tuesday morning undertook a closed-to-the-media military inspection tour in New Taipei's Bali District, which reportedly included viewing the extended-range version of Taiwan's domestically made Hsiung Feng III anti-ship missile system, as part of the ongoing Han Kuang military exercises.
Any Lai stopovers to follow past practice: U.S. State Department CNA 15 Jul 2025 -- The U.S. Department of State has said that any stopovers by President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) will be "in line with past practice, and fully consistent with our longstanding policy," on Monday evening, Washington time.
Key Taipei bridge closed for drills aimed at blocking PLA from capital CNA 15 Jul 2025 -- A key bridge in the Greater Taipei area was closed in the early hours of Tuesday for a military drill simulating efforts by Taiwan's armed forces to prevent enemy forces from moving into the capital city of Taipei.
Japan's defense white paper highlights China's military drills around Taiwan CNA 15 Jul 2025 -- Japanese Minister of Defense Gen Nakatani presented the 2025 edition of Japan's defense white paper on Tuesday, which highlighted China's intensification of military drills surrounding Taiwan since 2024, accusing Beijing of trying to isolate President Lai Ching-te's (賴清德) government.
Chinese FM urges Paraguay to stop going against trend of times, over it reportedly preparing to receive Taiwan regional leader next month Global Times 15 Jul 2025 -- In response to a question that Paraguay President Santiago Pena claimed on Monday that the country is preparing to receive Taiwan's regional leader Lai Ching-te next month, and he could make stopovers in the US during the transit, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Tuesday that on the so-called "diplomatic ties" between Paraguay and China's Taiwan region, China has made its position clear more than once. The one-China principle is a basic norm in international relations and an international consensus. Upholding the one-China principle is the right thing to do. It is where the arc of history bends and public opinion trends.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 15 Jul 2025
Ministry of National Defense:Minister Koo Visits Southern Region to Commend Disaster Relief Troops, Affirms Swift Response in Safeguarding the Homeland ROC MND 14 Jul 2025
Lai inspects Kaohsiung naval mine drill as Han Kuang enters day 6 CNA 14 Jul 2025 -- President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) on Monday inspected a naval mine drill in Kaohsiung, as Taiwan's annual Han Kuang military exercises entered their sixth day.
U.S. Senate committee advances bill with Taiwan-related provisions CNA 14 Jul 2025 -- A U.S. Senate committee has approved a bill that includes several Taiwan-related provisions, one of which invites Taiwan's naval forces to participate in the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise.
Shoulder-fired Stinger missiles make rare appearance during Taipei metro drills CNA 14 Jul 2025 -- U.S.-imported FIM-92 Stinger shoulder-fired missiles made a rare public appearance during early-morning drills in the Taipei Metro simulating a Chinese invasion.
Rubio says Wang did not warn against 'welcoming' Lai CNA 14 Jul 2025 -- U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi (王毅) did not warn him against "welcoming" American stopovers by President Lai Ching-te (賴清德), during direct talks on the sidelines of the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Malaysia Friday.
No such thing as 'median line of Taiwan Straits,' Defense Ministry says in response to DPP's hype over W121 air route Global Times 14 Jul 2025 -- In response to a question regarding DPP authorities' claims that the Civil Aviation Administration of China's announcement to activate the M503 air route's W121 connector compresses Taiwan island's air defense depth and warning time, thereby attempting to completely erase the "median line of the Taiwan Straits" and posing a "military threat" to Taiwan, Jiang Bin, a spokesperson for China's Ministry of Defense, stated on Monday that Taiwan is a part of China and there is no such thing as a "median line of the Taiwan Straits."
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 14 Jul 2025
Ministry of National Defense: Minister Wellington Koo Inspects Marine Corps Anti-Air Warfare Exercise, Commends Personnel for Their Dedication to Air Defense ROC MND 13 Jul 2025
Ministry of National Defense: Minister Wellington Koo Inspects Air Force Anti-Air Warfare Exercise, Commends Personnel for Their Dedication to Combat Readiness ROC MND 13 Jul 2025
Indigenous land-based version of Sky Sword II makes Han Kuang debut CNA 13 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan's domestically built land-based version of the Sky Sword II missile made its Han Kuang debut on Sunday as the Army tested the emergency deployment capability of the surface-to-air missile in Taoyuan during the fifth day of the live-fire phase of the annual military drills.
3 soldiers suffer minor injuries during Han Kuang drills CNA 13 Jul 2025 -- Three soldiers sustained non-life-threatening injuries in a vehicle accident on Saturday in Kaohsiung, southern Taiwan, while participating in the annual Han Kuang military exercises, the military said Sunday.
Taiwan heads into high-stakes recall showdown that could reshape Legislature CNA 13 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan is bracing for a political shake-up as a majority of directly elected lawmakers from the main opposition Kuomintang (KMT) face the prospect of early removal from office in unprecedented waves of recall votes slated for July 26 and Aug. 23.
US seeks clarity from allies on their role in potential conflict on China's Taiwan island, frustrating allies: reports Global Times 13 Jul 2025 -- According to a Financial Times (FT) report, the Pentagon is pressing Japan and Australia to make clear what role they would play if the US and China went to conflict over China's Taiwan island, which has frustrated the two American allies.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 13 Jul 2025
Army conducts live explosive ordnance drill on Tamsui River CNA 12 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan's Armed Forces on Saturday simulated defending against a Chinese incursion via the Tamsui River in New Taipei, featuring hands-on training with live explosive ordnance as part of the annual Han Kuang exercises.
Ex-U.S. Army Pacific Commander visits Taiwan, observes Han Kuang drills: Report CNA 12 Jul 2025 -- Retired U.S. Army Pacific Commanding General Charles Flynn observed the ongoing Han Kuang military exercises, including an inspection of defense deployments along the Tamsui River, according to a report by the Chinese-language newspaper Liberty Times.
Taiwan-U.S. tariff talks enter 'crucial moment': Taiwan official CNA 12 Jul 2025 -- Talks between Taipei and Washington over "reciprocal tariffs" imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump are entering a "crucial moment," Taiwan's Vice Premier Cheng Li-chiun (鄭麗君) said Saturday.
Retired admiral urges U.S.-Taiwan joint drills, economic warfare readiness CNA 12 Jul 2025 -- Retired U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Mark Montgomery on Friday called for bilateral military exercises between the United States and Taiwan, saying Taiwan must also train for Chinese economic warfare, both of which are missing from this year's Han Kuang military drills.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 12 Jul 2025
Army reservists simulate defense of key supplies in Han Kuang drills CNA 11 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan's annual Han Kuang military exercises entered their third day on Friday, with reservists from the Army's 206th Infantry Brigade simulating the defense of critical supplies against a Chinese attack on a logistics site in Taoyuan.
China's drills 'incompatible' with Taiwan Strait stability: Japan FM CNA 11 Jul 2025 -- China's military drills around Taiwan are "incompatible" with peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait, Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya said during a meeting with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi (王毅) on Thursday.
Taiwan's foreign minister begins Paraguay visit CNA 11 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan's Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung (林佳龍) arrived in Paraguay late Thursday to lead a business delegation focused on advancing bilateral cooperation in technology, industry and infrastructure.
U.K., France reaffirm commitment to Indo-Pacific, Taiwan stability CNA 11 Jul 2025 -- The United Kingdom and France on Thursday underscored the growing strategic importance of the Indo-Pacific, including Taiwan, to European security, as well as their commitment to the region's stability, during a leaders' summit held in London.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 11 Jul 2025
Hong Kong police arrest four individuals linked to a Taiwan-based group on suspicion of conspiracy to subvert state power Global Times 10 Jul 2025 -- The Hong Kong Police Force's National Security Department has arrested four males aged between 15 and 47 on suspicion of conspiracy to subvert state power. The suspects are allegedly linked to an organization established in the island of Taiwan and are currently under investigation, according to local media reports.
NATO chief sounds alarm over China's ambition of taking Taiwan CNA 10 Jul 2025 -- NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has issued a stark warning over China's military buildup and its ambitions toward Taiwan, calling the growing alignment between Beijing, Moscow and other authoritarian regimes a serious threat to global stability.
Army drill simulates Chinese airborne assault on Taoyuan Airport CNA 10 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan's Army conducted a drill Thursday that simulated a response to potential Chinese operations aimed at seizing control of Taoyuan International Airport.
Key Taipei-New Taipei bridge to close briefly for Han Kuang drills CNA 10 Jul 2025 -- A key bridge linking Taipei and New Taipei will be temporarily closed next week for a military drill simulating efforts to prevent enemy forces from advancing into the capital, a source told CNA Wednesday as part of the ongoing Han Kuang exercises.
Taiwan conducts M1A2T tank live-fire drill CNA 10 Jul 2025 -- The military conducted a live-fire drill Thursday in Hsinchu County involving a platoon of M1A2T tanks Taiwan purchased from the United States.
U.S. introduces bill to combat China's sabotage of Taiwan's underseas cables CNA 10 Jul 2025 -- A bipartisan bill aimed at protecting Taiwan's undersea communication cables from Chinese "gray zone tactics" was introduced in the U.S. Senate on Wednesday, calling on the government to help strengthen cable resilience near Taiwan.
Lafayette scandal's Kuo Li-heng dies at 73 CNA 10 Jul 2025 -- Kuo Li-heng (郭力恆), a former Navy captain who had been jailed for 20 years for his involvement in the Lafayette frigate and minesweeper procurement scandals and released in June 2015, died of cancer at the age of 73, sources with knowledge of the matter confirmed Thursday night.
Taiwan's military exercise will only jeopardize well-being of its residents: mainland spokesperson People's Daily 10 Jul 2025 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Wednesday spoke out against Taiwan's recent military exercise, noting that it would only further undermine peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait and jeopardize the safety and well-being of the people of Taiwan.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 10 Jul 2025
Taiwan's military exercise will only jeopardize well-being of its residents: mainland spokesperson People's Daily 10 Jul 2025 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Wednesday spoke out against Taiwan's recent military exercise, noting that it would only further undermine peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait and jeopardize the safety and well-being of the people of Taiwan.
Ministry of National Defense Statement on Full Support for Typhoon Danas Post-Disaster Recovery Efforts ROC MND 10 Jul 2025
Ministry of National Defense: Minister Wellington Koo Inspects Army 206th Brigade Reserve Training, Commends Spirit of Homeland Defense ROC MND 09 Jul 2025
Record-long live-fire Han Kuang drills open, target gray zone tactics CNA 09 Jul 2025 -- The longest-ever live-fire component of Taiwan's annual military exercises officially kicked off on Wednesday, with a special focus on how Taiwan counters China's "gray zone" tactics.
Air-raid shelters must open to public during alerts: Ministry CNA 09 Jul 2025 -- Deputy Interior Minister Maa Shyh-yuan (馬士元) said that buildings designated as air-raid shelters must be open for members of the public to take refuge when an air raid alert sounds during the urban resilience drills set for July 15-18.
Taiwan unfazed as China puts 8 Taiwanese firms on export control list CNA 09 Jul 2025 -- China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) on Wednesday announced export restrictions against eight Taiwanese companies, though Taiwanese scholars and the affected companies said the move would not significantly impact their commercial operations.
No bumps in trade talks with U.S.: Source CNA 09 Jul 2025 -- Amid ongoing uncertainty over the status of trade talks between Taiwan and the United States, a national security source said Wednesday the talks have not stalled and are not facing any bumps.
Taiwan's 'longest-ever' Han Kuang drills kick off, only exposes incapability against PLA: experts Global Times 09 Jul 2025 -- Hyped as the longest-ever, the island of Taiwan's annual Han Kuang drills kicked off on Wednesday, local media reported. While seemingly aimed at improving defense for the Taiwan authorities, the exercise only exposes the Taiwan military's lack of confidence and capability against the People's Liberation Army (PLA), and has become merely a political show, according to Chinese mainland military experts.
China firmly opposes military ties between US and Taiwan, says FM on Taiwan drills featuring US rocket system Global Times 09 Jul 2025 -- In response to a media inquiry about the Taiwan region's launch of its "annual military exercise" - which will, for the first time, use the newly delivered US high-tech rocket system, - and remarks by the leader of Taiwan's defense authority stating that the exercise is intended to demonstrate to the mainland that the island's military has the capability and confidence to defend "a free and democratic life," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said at a regular press conference on Wednesday that first of all, Taiwan's so-called "exercise" is not a diplomatic matter.
Chinese Embassy condemns erroneous words and acts related to Taiwan by a member of Israel's Knesset Global Times 09 Jul 2025 -- Chinese Embassy in Israel has condemned a recent visit to Taiwan island by a member of Israel's Knesset, saying the move seriously violated the one-China principle and undermined the political foundation of China-Israel relations, according to the spokesperson for Chinese Embassy in Israel on Wednesday.
Chinese MOFCOM adds 8 Taiwan entities to export control list, 'precision strike' against DPP authorities' attempts to 'resist reunification by force': expert Global Times 09 Jul 2025 -- Chinese Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) announced on Wednesday that it has added eight entities from China's Taiwan region to the export control list, a move Chinese mainland analysts described as "precision strike" against the military industrial enterprises supporting secessionist authorities on the island and will weaken the attempts of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities to "resist reunification by force."
GT investigates: Unveiling 8 Taiwan military-industrial enterprises in mainland's export control list Global Times 09 Jul 2025 -- The Ministry of Commerce announced on Wednesday that it has added 8 entities from China's Taiwan region to the export control list. These companies have deliberately cooperated with the "Taiwan independence" separatist forces, a spokesperson for the ministry said in a statement.
Mainland's Taiwan affairs office supports inclusion of Taiwan entities into export control list: spokesperson People's Daily 09 Jul 2025 -- A spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office on Wednesday voiced strong support for a decision to include eight Taiwan entities in the export control list.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 09 Jul 2025
MOFCOM adds 8 entities from Taiwan island on export control list Global Times 09 Jul 2025 -- The Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) of the Chinese mainland announced on Wednesday that it has placed eight entities from the island of Taiwan on an export control list, effective on Wednesday. This action is taken in accordance with the Export Control Law, the Regulations on the Export Control of Dual-Use Items, and other laws and regulations, with the aim of safeguarding national security and interests and fulfilling international obligations such as non-proliferation, the MOFCOM said in a notice.
Mainland's Taiwan affairs office supports inclusion of Taiwan entities into export control list: spokesperson Global Times 09 Jul 2025 -- A spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office on Wednesday voiced strong support for the decision of the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) of the Chinese mainland to include eight Taiwan entities in the export control list.
Aviation agency warns of possible delays during Taiwan military drills CNA 08 Jul 2025 -- The Civil Aviation Administration (CAA) on Tuesday warned that flights at seven airports across Taiwan could be affected by the nationwide Han Kuang military exercises scheduled between July 9 and 18.
Taiwan to ask allies to raise China flight route issue at ICAO meet: Source CNA 08 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan will ask its diplomatic and unofficial allies to raise China's decision to unilaterally launch a new flight route in the Taiwan Strait at the International Civil Aviation Organization's (ICAO) triennial assembly in September, a diplomatic source said Tuesday.
U.S. urges dialogue to resolve Taiwan-China flight route disputes CNA 08 Jul 2025 -- The U.S. State Department has urged China and Taiwan to enter into dialogue to resolve flight route disputes across the Taiwan Strait after Beijing announced its unilateral decision to launch the W121 flight route over the weekend.
CAA addresses Chinese civilian plane flying over Kinmen CNA 08 Jul 2025 -- Recent flights by Chinese civilian aircraft over Taiwan's outlying Kinmen County were caused by poor weather brought by an approaching typhoon and do not constitute a new form of "gray zone" activity, Taiwan's Civil Aviation Administration (CAA) said Tuesday.
Han Kuang exercise of Taiwan region is nothing but bluff and self-deceiving trick of DPP authorities: MND spokesperson Global Times 08 Jul 2025 -- In response to reports that Taiwan region's military will conduct the Han Kuang-41 live-troop exercise starting from July 9, an exercise focusing on subjects such as the so-called "response to gray-zone harassment," "joint anti-landing operations," and "resilient defense on the island," with many US weapons making their debut during the exercise, Senior Colonel Jiang Bin, spokesperson for China's Ministry of National Defense, said on Tuesday that the Han Kuang exercise is nothing but a bluff and a self-deceiving trick played by the region's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities to hijack Taiwan compatriots on board its "Taiwan Independence" war chariot.
Han Kuang exercise is nothing but a bluffing and self-deceiving trick: Defense Spokesperson PRC MND 08 Jul 2025 -- Whatever weapons the DPP authorities use, the overwhelming and irresistible trend of China's national reunification will not be stopped, said Senior Colonel Jiang Bin, spokesperson for China's Ministry of National Defense, at a press briefing on Tuesday.
Chinese military voices confidence in fighting "Taiwan independence" separatists PRC MND 08 Jul 2025 -- The People's Liberation Army (PLA) has the confidence and the capability to shatter all "Taiwan independence" separatist illusions, said a Chinese defense spokesperson on Tuesday.
Ministry of National Defense Statement on the Han Kuang 41 Exercise Live-Fire Drills ROC MND 08 Jul 2025
Ministry of National Defense Statement on the PLA's Joint Combat Readiness Patrol ROC MND 08 Jul 2025
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 08 Jul 2025
Ministry of National Defense: Minister Wellington Koo Meets Lithuanian Parliamentary Taiwan Friendship Group Delegation, Emphasizes Deepening Taiwan-Lithuania Defence Cooperation ROC MND 07 Jul 2025
Ministry of National Defense Statement Clarifying Media Report on Minister Wellington Koo Allegedly Leaving National Security Council Meeting ROC MND 07 Jul 2025
Newly acquired HIMARS, missiles, drones to be tested during Han Kuang CNA 07 Jul 2025 -- Rockets, missile systems and drones newly acquired by Taiwan's military will be put to the test during this year's live-fire portion of annual Han Kuang exercises, which run from Wednesday until July 18.
Top Haitian diplomat makes first visit to Taiwan CNA 07 Jul 2025 -- Haiti's foreign minister has arrived in Taiwan for his first-ever visit to the country since taking office in January, and he will be meeting with President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) to enhance bilateral ties, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said on Monday.
Flight route adjustment benefits both sides of Taiwan Strait: mainland spokesperson People's Daily 07 Jul 2025 -- A mainland spokesperson said on Sunday that a newly activated route W121 that connects with M503 route will benefit people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 07 Jul 2025
Taiwan-friendly lawmakers from Lithuania visit Taiwan CNA 06 Jul 2025 -- A Lithuanian group of Taiwan-friendly lawmakers is in Taiwan for six days to meet with Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim (蕭美琴) and other senior officials to boost bilateral relations, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said Sunday.
Taiwan urges talks as China unilaterally launches flight route CNA 06 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) has urged China to promptly begin talks through existing channels on its unilateral decision to launch the W121 flight route, which Beijing announced on Sunday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 06 Jul 2025
Activation of M503's connecting route W121 benefits passengers across Straits: Taiwan Affairs Office Global Times 06 Jul 2025 -- In response to a question regarding the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC)'s announcement on the activation of the M503 air route's connecting route W121 on July 6, Chen Binhua, spokesperson of the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, said on Sunday that this measure aims to ease flight growth pressure in the relevant region, ensure flight safety, reduce flight delays, and safeguard passenger rights and interests - all of which are beneficial to people from both sides of the Taiwan Straits.
Lai Ching-te's "lectures" are disrupting, harming Taiwan: mainland experts People's Daily 05 Jul 2025 -- Several leading experts on the Taiwan question have criticized Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te's "10 lectures on unity," debunking his remarks that aim to disrupt and jeopardize Taiwan.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 05 Jul 2025
Ministry of National Defense: Minister Wellington Koo Presides Over HIMARS Rocket Company Commissioning Ceremony to Enhance ROC Armed Forces' Precision Strike Capability ROC MND 04 Jul 2025
New HIMARS unit will boost Taiwan's defenses: Minister CNA 04 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan's military has boosted its self-defense capability with the establishment of a new company equipped with the U.S.-supplied High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS), Minister of National Defense Wellington Koo (顧立雄) said.
Taiwan holds ceremony at Hualien Air Base to mark retirement of F-5s CNA 04 Jul 2025 -- A ceremony was held Friday at Hualien Air Base to mark the official retirement of the Air Force's F-5 series jets after more than 50 years of patrolling Taiwan's skies.
Taiwan should push harder for global support: Ex-UK defense secretary CNA 04 Jul 2025 -- Former U.K. Secretary of State for Defence Gavin Williamson said Friday that Taiwan can be "too polite" at times and suggested it should "push a little bit harder" in asserting its interests and seeking support from the international community.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 04 Jul 2025
Ministry of National Defense Statement on the Inclusion of "Homeland Security Resilience" in a Special Budget ROC MND 03 Jul 2025
Ministry of National Defense Statement on the PLA's Launch of a Satellite-Bearing Carrier Rocket from Xichang Satellite Launch Center CNA 03 Jul 2025 -- The Ministry of National Defense (MND) stated today (July 3) that at 1735 hours, the People's Liberation Army (PLA) conducted a launch of a satellite-bearing carrier rocket from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in Sichuan.
First of second batch of indigenous stealth missile corvettes launched: Source CNA 03 Jul 2025 -- The first of the remaining five Tuo Chiang-class stealth missile corvettes being domestically built for the Navy was officially launched in a ceremony presided over by Navy Commander Admiral Tang Hua (唐華) on Wednesday, according to an anonymous military source.
U.S. experts laud changes to Taiwan's upcoming Han Kuang drills CNA 03 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan's increased focus on gray zone threats and its lengthening of the annual Han Kuang military drills' live-fire portion to 10 days have been praised by two American defense experts.
Chinese rocket enters Taiwan ADIZ, poses no threat: Taiwan military CNA 03 Jul 2025 -- A Chinese carrier rocket flew through the southwestern section of Taiwan's Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) Thursday but remained outside the Earth's atmosphere and posed no threat to Taiwan, according to Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense (MND).
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 03 Jul 2025
Lai's speech exposes him as "peace destroyer": mainland spokesperson People's Daily 03 Jul 2025 -- A mainland spokesperson on Wednesday slammed a speech made by Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te on Tuesday, saying it had exposed Lai's true nature as a "saboteur of peace", a "warmonger" and a "troublemaker."
Ministry of National Defense Statement on the PLA's Joint Combat Readiness Patrol ROC MND 02 Jul 2025
Taiwan, U.S. face 'bumps' in ongoing tariff talks: VP CNA 02 Jul 2025 -- Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim (蕭美琴) on Wednesday said that Taiwan and the United States are having some "bumps" due to the potential imposition of sweeping tariffs on Taiwanese goods by Washington, but both sides are still talking with the hope of reaching a mutually acceptable solution.
Chinese firm's reported bid for Taiwan's Source Photonics scrutinized CNA 02 Jul 2025 -- The Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) said Wednesday it will conduct a "strict review" of any proposed acquisition of Taiwanese tech company Source Photonics Co., Ltd., following media reports that a Chinese firm was planning to buy the Hsinchu-based company.
'Taiwan independence' separatism is greatest disaster to island, says mainland spokesperson on Lai's latest remarks on cross-Straits ties Global Times 02 Jul 2025 -- In response to remarks on cross-Straits relations in Taiwan regional leader Lai Ching-te's fourth speech in the so-called "10 lectures on unity," Chen Binhua, spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, said in a statement on Wednesday that Lai's speech once again exposed his sinister intent to rely on foreign forces to seek "Taiwan independence" and use military means to pursue independence.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 02 Jul 2025
NSB Alerts the Significant Cybersecurity Risks in China-Made Mobile Applications ROC NSB 01 Jul 2025 -- In recent years, the international community has shown growing concerns over cybersecurity issues deriving from China-developed mobile applications (apps).
Taiwan intelligence agency warns of RedNote, TikTok data breaches CNA 02 Jul 2025 -- The National Security Bureau (NSB) has urged Taiwanese to be careful when using Chinese mobile applications due to potential security breaches following a recent inspection of five of those apps, including RedNote and TikTok, by the NSB.
Ministry of National Defense: Minister Koo Encourages New Officers to Uphold Conviction and Defend National Security ROC MND 01 Jul 2025
MND News References of Routine Press Conference on July 1, 2025 ROC MND 01 Jul 2025
Han Kuang drills to last 10 days, 9 nights, focus on 'gray zone' tactics CNA 01 Jul 2025 -- The live-fire portion of this year's Han Kuang military exercises will be twice as long as previous drills and have an added focus on China's "gray zone" tactics -- coercive actions that fall short of open conflict, a defense official said Tuesday.
Defense ministry estimates NT$30 billion annual cost of pay hike CNA 01 Jul 2025 -- Amendments to the Pay Act of the Armed Forces will cost an estimated NT$30 billion (US$1.03 billion) in additional annual personnel expenditure, the Ministry of National Defense (MND) said Tuesday.
Nationwide urban resilience drills set for July 15-18: MND CNA 01 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan will hold a series of urban resilience drills from July 15 to 18 in conjunction with the annual Han Kuang military drills to test its defense readiness under simulated wartime conditions, the Ministry of National Defense (MND) said Tuesday.
Defense Ministry confirms Chinese tank landing ship in waters north of Taiwan CNA 01 Jul 2025 -- The Ministry of National Defense (MND) on Tuesday confirmed the presence of a Chinese Type 072A landing ship -- a large tank carrier used for amphibious warfare -- in waters off northern Taiwan.
Lai calls for public support of military investment, slams opposition CNA 01 Jul 2025 -- President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) on Tuesday called for public support of government efforts to build up Taiwan's military capabilities while also calling opposition lawmakers out for cutting this year's defense budget.
Nantou prosecutors raid, question recall vote campaigners CNA 01 Jul 2025 -- Nantou prosecutors conducted raids on Tuesday at the residences and offices of individuals leading recall vote campaigns against representatives from both the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) and the opposition Kuomintang (KMT).
Taiwan leader criticized for 'independence' rhetoric People's Daily 01 Jul 2025 -- Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te's recent remarks have again divided public opinion on the island while escalating tensions across the Taiwan Strait with provocative moves toward secession, a mainland official said on Monday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 01 Jul 2025
Two Taiwanese indicted in U.S. for backing N. Korea's weapons program CNA 01 Jul 2025 -- Two Taiwanese nationals were among a group of suspects indicted in Boston on Monday in connection with an alleged scheme to generate revenue for North Korea's weapons of mass destruction (WMD) programs, according to U.S. prosecutors.

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