Pete Hegseth’s silence on Taiwan is exactly what Xi Jinping wantsUS Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth adopted a quieter approach to Taiwan at a Singapore security forum. This shift in communication aims to p...
31 May, 2026, 05.07 PM IST
Hegseth tones down warnings about China but says US remains committed to Pacific securityUS Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reassured Pacific allies of America's commitment to the region. Speaking at a defense conference in Singa...
30 May, 2026, 08.03 PM IST
US will need years to replenish stockpiles of advanced weapons used in Iran war, analysis findsA new CSIS report has warned that the United States could take up to three years to replenish key missile stockpiles depleted during the Ir...
27 May, 2026, 08.48 PM IST
Is US military running out of Tomahawk cruise missiles, Patriot, THAAD interceptors after using advanced weapons in Iran war? Analysis reveals shocking findingsWashington think tank analysis factors in the Republican Trump administration's historic defense budget proposal of $1.5 trillion for 2027.
27 May, 2026, 07.20 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
FIIs slash allocation in India's top 10 bluechip stocks by half. Is that a warning sign for your portfolio?Foreign institutional investors have significantly reduced their allocation to India's top blue-chip stocks, nearly halving their exposure ...
20 May, 2026, 09.45 AM 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
Iran war could make Trump's trip to China a bit chillier than his first-term visitPresident Donald Trump is set to visit China soon. He has previously praised Chinese leader Xi Jinping. However, trade disputes and China's...
10 May, 2026, 05.10 PM 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
Quote of the Day by Sanae Takaichi: 'If someone says it's impossible because I'm a woman, then…'—Inspiring quotes by the first female Prime Minister of JapanQuote of the Day: Sanae Takaichi's journey in Japanese politics, marked by persistence against traditional barriers, culminates in her hist...
06 May, 2026, 10.24 PM IST
China weaponises Taiwan’s own voices in escalating information warChina is using social media platforms like Douyin to spread messages from Taiwanese opposition figures. These clips are then shared on plat...
17 Apr, 2026, 12.07 PM IST
US stock market rally today: Why Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq are suddenly rising amid ceasefire hopes and strong earnings — Is this bull run just getting started?US stock market rally today is gaining strength as the S&P 500 crosses 7,000, the Nasdaq tops 24,000, and the Dow Jones rises steadily. Mar...
16 Apr, 2026, 10.40 PM IST
Taiwan's opposition leader to visit China next month, ahead of TrumpTaiwan's opposition KMT party leader will visit China in April, accepting an invitation from President Xi Jinping. This trip aims to promot...
30 Mar, 2026, 08.31 AM 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
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
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