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UNBELIEVABLE: Wellington koo - The Untold Story

Taiwan says vast Chinese armada of 50 vessels spotted near island

Taiwan says Chinese vessels are a threat to Taipei, Japan, and the Philippines

The Independent UK · Oct 29

Taiwan says US defence commitment unchanged as $14 billion arms sale hangs

Taiwan's Defence Minister Wellington Koo stated that the US commitment to arms sales has not changed. Koo mentioned that discussions about breaking the sales into smaller packages have not been confirmed. Meanwhile, current engagements between Taiwan and the US are contributing to Taiwan's military preparedness. Additionally, Taiwan's Foreign Minister and…

The Economic Times · Oct 6

Taiwan's New Fighter Jets Land After 25 Years — And Beijing Is Watching Closely

Taiwan's first two F-16V Block 70 jets landed October 2, ending 25 years without new fighters. What the delivery means for the Strait.

Latin Times · Oct 5

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Taiwan receives first advanced F16V fighter jets in milestone moment for its defence against Chinese invasion

Aircraft arrived on Friday at Chihhang Air Base in Taitung after months of delays

The Independent UK · Oct 2

Taiwan says US arms sales to island are unchanged, but a $14B package remains on hold

Taiwan's defense minister says U.S. arms sales to Taiwan remain unchanged, despite a stalled $14 billion package

The Independent UK · Sep 29

Taiwan says warning time for any China attack is shortening

Taiwan's military is conducting "immediate combat readiness" drills, simulating a sudden Chinese attack, as Defence Minister Wellington Koo warns of a shrinking warning time. These exercises focus on rapid response and shifting to wartime status. Beijing, however, decried the drills as "malicious intent" by Taiwan's ruling party to seek independence,…

The Economic Times · Jun 24

Taiwan plans extra $40bn in defence spending to counter China’s ‘intensifying’ threats

President Lai Ching-te declared there was ‘no room for compromise on national security’ in face of escalating harassment and espionage

The Guardian - AU · Nov 26, 2025

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Divided loyalties? 62 Taiwanese military members found with Chinese residency permits

In the latest revelation of Chinese influence among the Taiwanese armed forced, at least 62 active-duty Taiwanese service members have been found holding Chinese residency permits

The Independent UK · Apr 17, 2025

Chinese military launches large-scale military drills around Taiwan

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence said it had tracked 19 Chinese navy vessels in the waters surrounding the island in a 24-hour period from 6am Monday until 6am Tuesday.

Euronews · Apr 1, 2025

Taiwan reveals timeline for potential full-scale China invasion

Taiwan likely to double duration of annual mega drills

The Independent UK · Mar 20, 2025

China warns Taiwan over 'separatism' as it expands military drills near the island

Taiwan's Defence Minister Wellington Koo said the exercises were further evidence that China was a 'troublemaker' endangering peace in the region.

Euronews · Mar 18, 2025

Taiwan vows most advanced tech will not go to US under $100bn Trump deal

Country’s government says deal with TSMC needs assessment as opposition claims it will reduce defences

The Guardian - UK · Mar 4, 2025

Taiwan says it’s ‘impossible’ for US to retreat from Asia Pacific

Taiwanese Defense Minister Wellington Koo says it’s in the US’s ‘national interest’ to maintain the status quo in Asia.

Al Jazeera · Mar 4, 2025

Taiwan Warns Of Consequences If China Enforces Blockade

China's military drills near Taiwan raise concerns of a potential blockade, sparking warnings of war and international repercussions.

Taiwan says blockade would be act of war as China holds more drills

Taiwanese defence chief says a blockade would have far-reaching consequences for international trade.

International Business Times · Apr 25, 2024

Taiwan President-elect Names Cabinet Ahead Of Inauguration

Taiwanese president-elect Lai Ching-te named his cabinet and security team appointees on Thursday as he prepares to take office next month.

Reuters · Mar 25, 2023

Taiwan president reviews troops ahead of sensitive U.S. visit

Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen visited army engineers on Saturday and reviewed their training, saying that defending democracy is the armed forces' "great" mission, ahead of a trip next week to the United States and Central America.

Reuters · Aug 16, 2022

China sanctions seven Taiwanese 'independence diehard' officials

China on Tuesday imposed sanctions including an entry ban on seven Taiwanese officials and lawmakers it accused of being "independence diehards", drawing condemnation from the democratically governed island.

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