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POLITICSAug 20SC Senate candidate Darline Graham slammed over Taiwan debate gaffeSouth Carolina Senate candidate Darline Graham is facing criticism following a gaffe made during a debate regarding Taiwan. This incident highlights a political misstep that could impact her campaign.foxnews.com · United States
MILITARYAug 20Taiwan proposes record US$35b defence budget for 2027 as PLA’s pressure growsTaiwan has unveiled a record NT$1.12 trillion (US$35 billion) defence budget for 2027, with sharp increases in spending on weapons, ammunition and military operations amid growing pressure from Beijing. The proposed spending – the first to cross the NT$1 trillion threshold – is NT$173 billion, or 18.2 per cent, higher than this year’s allocation, according to the government budget approved by the cabinet on Thursday. It accounts for about 28.6 per cent of the government’s proposed NT$3.93...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 20COMMENT | Anwar Taiwan remarks need to be seen in their proper contextThis article provides commentary on remarks made by Anwar regarding Taiwan, emphasizing the need to interpret them within their correct context. It addresses diplomatic statements concerning a geopolitically sensitive region.malaysiakini.com · Malaysia
MILITARYAug 20Taiwan proposes boosting 2027 defence spending 18 % to a record highyahoo.com · United States
SCI & TECHAug 19Taiwan-made satellite launcher fails first test, triggers missile panicTaiwan’s first test of a locally developed satellite launch vehicle failed on Wednesday after the rocket veered off course, terrifying nearby villagers who mistook it for an incoming missile. The rocket was launched at around 6am local time from the Jiupeng missile testing base in southern Pingtung county. The base is operated by the government-backed National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology (NCSIST), Taiwan’s top weapons developer. Witnesses said the projectile climbed briefly...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 18Taiwan Semiconductor's US fab ramp is 'progressing well,' BofA saysBank of America reports that Taiwan Semiconductor's US fabrication plant is 'progressing well.' This provides an update on a significant international business investment.Seeking Alpha Tech
MILITARYAug 18Taiwan launches first live-fire exercise with first-person view dronesTaiwan’s army has for the first time used first-person view (FPV) drones against armoured vehicles in a live-fire exercise, adopting tactics pioneered during the Ukraine war to strengthen its asymmetric capabilities against the People’s Liberation Army (PLA). The exercise on Monday highlighted efforts to broaden strike options beyond traditional firepower such as rocket systems and heavy artillery. The Army Unmanned Systems Training Command brought together six units from the military’s...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 18PLA troops sent gold, New Taiwan and US dollars in ‘wartime financial support’ drillThe People’s Liberation Army used a drone to deliver cases of cash and gold bars in a field during a “wartime financial support” drill apparently simulating a Taiwan operation, according to a state media report. A multi-rotor drone was used to drop the camouflage cases at designated locations during the exercise conducted by the PLA Eastern Theatre Command, national newspaper Defence Times said last week. The report prompted heated discussion online and has since been deleted. It included...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 18Taiwan detects five PLA aircraft sorties , eight PLAN vessels around its territorytaiwansun.com · China
CONFLICTAug 18Taiwan detects five PLA aircraft sorties , eight PLAN vessels around its territoryTaiwan has detected military activities by the PLA and PLAN, including aircraft sorties and naval vessels, near its territory. This indicates ongoing military presence and potential tensions in the region.hongkongherald.com · China
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