Taiwan proposes record USD 35B defence budget for 2027 as China's military pressure growsTaiwan plans a record defense budget to counter China's military threats. This significant increase signals intensified efforts to deter po...
20 Aug, 2026, 08.00 PM IST
Taiwan simulates repelling Chinese assault, to slow mobile internet in annual war gamesTaiwan's military simulated repelling a Chinese air landing assault on Penghu Islands. The annual Han Kuang exercise rehearses various scen...
13 Aug, 2026, 12.30 PM IST
Japan casts military buildup as path to economic prosperityJapan's government promotes its military expansion as a path to economic growth. The defense white paper advocates for technology and start...
04 Aug, 2026, 08.02 AM IST
Wall Street Week Ahead: Alphabet, Intel results in focus for AI trade as US earnings rev upCorporate earnings season is gaining momentum with key tech updates expected soon. Investors anticipate strong profit growth, which has sup...
18 Jul, 2026, 09.11 AM IST
China places 20 Japanese entities on export control list for dual-use itemsChina has placed 20 Japanese firms, including subsidiaries of Mitsubishi and Fujitsu, under export controls for dual-use items. Beijing cit...
29 Jun, 2026, 09.59 AM IST
Taiwan opposition stalls government's $6.6 billion drone billTaiwan's parliament, controlled by the opposition, has blocked a $6.6 billion government plan for domestically produced drones crucial for ...
26 Jun, 2026, 02.13 PM IST
Taiwan says China deployed more than 100 vessels in regional watersChina has deployed over 100 naval and coast guard vessels across regional waters. This comes as Taiwan's security officials express concern...
23 May, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
Taiwan presses case for US arms after Trump says he's undecided on new salesTaiwan's deputy foreign minister emphasized that U.S. arms sales are crucial for regional peace. This comes after President Trump expressed...
16 May, 2026, 10.13 AM IST
Taiwan's parliament approves $25 bn defence spending billTaiwan's parliament approved a $25 billion defence spending bill on Friday that opposition lawmakers say will be used for US weapons, follo...
08 May, 2026, 05.14 PM IST
US lawmakers urge 'significant' defense spending hike in TaiwanAmerican lawmakers are pushing Taiwan's political parties to approve significant defense spending increases. They warn that the threat from...
13 Feb, 2026, 10.08 AM IST
Taiwan signals more US arms sales in the pipelineTaiwan is expecting more arms sales from the United States. Four additional deals are awaiting notification to the U.S. Congress. This foll...
15 Jan, 2026, 10.29 AM IST
US announces massive package of arms sales to Taiwan valued at more than $10 billion, angering ChinaIn a bold diplomatic move, the United States has unveiled an arms deal with Taiwan that surpasses ten billion dollars, encompassing advance...
18 Dec, 2025, 07.04 PM IST
Taiwan announces special budget of $40 billion for arms purchases to bolster defenseTaiwan's President Lai Ching-te announced a significant $40 billion special budget for arms purchases. This funding will be allocated over ...
26 Nov, 2025, 10.28 AM IST
Taiwan president says he will propose extra $40 billion in defence spendingTaiwan is boosting its defense with a $40 billion supplementary budget. This includes major new arms purchases from the United States. The ...
26 Nov, 2025, 06.47 AM IST
Taiwan says boost in defence spending coming amid China threatsTaiwan plans to increase military spending in response to growing threats from China, dedicating more of its GDP to defense. The military w...
04 Mar, 2025, 10.29 AM IST
China says US is 'playing with fire' after latest military aid for TaiwanChina condemned the US's recent military aid and sales to Taiwan, totaling over $800 million, including tactical radio systems and gun moun...
22 Dec, 2024, 07.35 PM IST
For Taiwan, Trump's 'protection' money may mean new and early big ticket arms dealsTaiwan may be preparing a substantial arms purchase from the United States, potentially worth billions of dollars, as a way to demonstrate ...
07 Nov, 2024, 12.52 PM IST