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May 4, 2024

China increases aggressive moves against Taiwan as island prepares to inaugurate new president

As Taiwan's president-elect William Lai prepares to take office later this month, China has increased tensions with the island by increasing its provocative moves.

May 2, 2024

Dem senator leads bipartisan effort to strengthen Taiwan supply chain amid China threat

Sen. Jacky Rosen led a bipartisan group of senators to introduce a bill that would evaluate Taiwan's resilience and strengthen the island's supply chain security.

April 29, 2024

China threatens retaliation for Taiwan, TikTok law signed by Biden

China is warning of taking "resolute and forceful steps" in response to President Biden signing recent bills on TikTok and military aid to Taiwan.

April 25, 2024

Taiwan president-elect chooses new foreign, defense ministers as China annexation threats intensify

In the face of continued aggression from China, Taiwan president-elect Lai Ching-te appointed new foreign and defense ministers. China sees Taiwan as its sovereign territory.

April 24, 2024

Sen. Lee rails against spending 'money we don't have' as Senate passes foreign aid bill: 'It’s cowardice'

Utah Sen. Mike Lee criticized the Senate's passage of the foreign aid package Tuesday night, blasting lawmakers for spending "money we don't have."

April 23, 2024

China spending 'drastically more' on military than declared, US admiral says

Admiral John Aquilino expressed concern over China's military spending and criticized its aggressive actions in the South and East China Seas.

April 22, 2024

Chinese military leader takes harsh line on Taiwan, other disputes at international naval event

Zhang Youxia, one of the top military leaders in China, took a harsh line on territorial disputes at an international navel gathering Monday in northeastern China.

April 17, 2024

Taiwan's military submarine program to proceed after resignation of project chief

Taiwan's indigenous submarine program remains on course despite the resignation of its leader, Huang Shu-kuang, who cited unfair criticism against him and the military.

April 9, 2024

Taiwan war games to simulate China turning a military drill into an attack: report

Taiwan's defense ministry says its military drills this year will include a scenario in which China turns one of its own exercises into an actual attack.

April 8, 2024

Biden admin pledges $6.6B to ensure most advanced microchips are built in US

The Biden administration pledged up to $6.6 billion for Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. to expand its Arizona sites and better ensure cutting-edge microchips are made in the U.S.