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China releases TV documentary showcasing army’s ability to attack Taiwan
TAIPEI: China has released a new documentary about the army’s preparation to attack Taiwan and showcasing soldiers pledging to give up their lives if needed…
‘Air raid alert’: Taiwan holds annual evacuation drill amid China tension
TAIPEI: Cities across northern Taiwan ordered cars off roads and people to stay indoors on Monday for an annual air-raid exercise as the island steps…
As Taiwan prepares for anti-invasion exercises, China sends dozens of warplanes toward the island
TAIPEI: China sent dozens of warplanes, including fighter jets and bombers, toward Taiwan, the island’s defence ministry said Saturday, marking a forceful display days before…
Taiwan to conduct missile live-firing test
TAIPEI: Taiwan will kick off a two-day missile live-firing test on Monday ahead of its largest annual military exercises as the island ramps up preparations…
China flies 38 warplanes near Taiwan, 6 navy vessels in area
TAIPEI: China’s military flew 38 fighter jets and other warplanes near Taiwan, the Taiwanese defence ministry said Friday, in the largest such flight display since…
Taiwan: Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen thanks fighter pilots as Chinese drills ebb
TAIPEI: Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen on Friday thanked fighter pilots who scrambled against China’s air force during its drills around the island and pledged to…
China practices blockades on last scheduled day of Taiwan drills
TAIPEI: China’s military carried out aerial and naval blockade drills around Taiwan on Monday, its last scheduled day of exercises, with a Chinese aircraft carrier…
China’s military hardware for its drills around Taiwan
BEIJING: China is brandishing a wide array of military equipment and weapons as it conducts drills around Taiwan intended to intimidate the self-ruled island.The three-day…
US Host Taiwan President: US House speaker to host Taiwan president on Wednesday in California
WASHINGTON: US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy will host a meeting in California on Wednesday with Taiwan‘s President Tsai Ing-wen, his office said, part of a…
In diplomatic win for China, Honduras establishes ties, breaks up with Taiwan
BEIJING: Honduras established diplomatic ties with China on Sunday after breaking off relations with Taiwan, which is increasingly isolated and now recognised by only 13…