China to Stage Military Exercises Around Taiwan
The joint air and sea drills, widely expected in response to a presidential candidate’s visit to the United States, so far appear to be relatively limited.
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Biden Expects To Meet Xi ‘This Fall’ Amid Tensions
Washington: Despite escalating tensions with Beijing, US President Joe Biden is still hopeful of meeting his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping later this year, CNN reported on Friday (local time).Notably, the two leaders are expected to meet in November this year, on the sidelines of an Asian leaders summit hosted by Biden.Biden told CNN on Friday that he hopes to follow up on last year’s meeting
China’s army filmed apparently preparing for conflict in Taiwan strait
Propaganda video shows troops running past anti-landing barricades similar to those that dot Taiwan’s coastChina’s army released a propaganda video showing soldiers preparing for a conflict in what appears to be the Taiwan strait.The one-and-a-half-min…
China-Taiwan Tension Is Major Concern For The Philippines
Manila: The escalating tension between China and Taiwan has become a “major concern” for the Philippine government, according to Philstar citing Manila’s National Security Policy.In the National Security Policy 2023 to 2028, the Philippine government said the Taiwan-China relations have the “potential to be the flashpoint in the region.”It further stated that the Philippines is concerned about
China building airstrip on disputed island, satellite images suggest
Pictures appear to show 600-metre runway on South China Sea’s Triton island, which is also claimed by Vietnam and TaiwanChina may be constructing an airstrip on a disputed island in the South China Sea that is also claimed by Vietnam and Taiwan, satell…
Taiwan vice-president says ‘don’t be afraid’ to fight authoritarianism in New York speech
William Lai issues global appeal during US stopover after China denounces him as a ‘troublemaker’ Taiwan’s vice-president has urged the world to stand up against the “increased threat from authoritarianism” and reiterated a willingness to talk to Chin…
China Condemns Taiwan Vice-President’s Transit Stop In US, Threatens To Launch Military Exercises
Taipei: Taiwan’s Vice President William Lai departed for his seven-day trip to Paraguay and will have a stopover in US in a transit stop which angered the Chinese side on Saturday.Taiwan Vice President informed on the social media platform ‘X’ formerly known as Twitter and said, “Departing soon for #Asuncion to attend @SantiPenap’s inauguration & convey to him & the people of #Paraguay the best
Lai Ching-te of Taiwan’s Visit to U.S. Will Be Closely Watched
An outspoken critic of Beijing, Lai Ching-te aims to reassure voters and Washington that he will be a safe pair of hands if elected.
Chinese soldiers pledge to sacrifice their lives in documentary on Taiwan invasion
‘Chasing Dreams’, an eight-part series aired on state TV, features testimony from dozens of soldiersChina-Taiwan relations in 30 secondsChina has released a new documentary about the army’s preparations to attack Taiwan, showcasing soldiers pledging to…
PLA Military Operation Possible As Early As Mid-August Against A Small Taiwanese Island: Detailed Analysis
Xi Jinping wants to take Taiwan and would if he could, but he lacks confidence in the PLA and is worried that US military training and weapons will make it more difficult to achieve his objective.MOTIVATIONWhat worries Xi Jinping (XJP) most about Taiwan? He is worried that Taiwan will not become part of the PRC because:1. “Peaceful means”: The peaceful takeover of Taiwan by the Chinese Communist