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Taiwan Prepares for Han Kuang Drills with New Internet Connectivity Test

Taiwan Prepares for Han Kuang Drills with New Internet Connectivity Test

Taiwan is preparing for its annual Han Kuang military exercises, which are designed to test the nation's readiness against a potential Chinese invasion. This year, the drills will include a new component: testing public response to limited internet connectivity. This measure aims to simulate conditions that might occur during an actual conflict, where communication networks could be disrupted. The exercises will also incorporate US-style rehearsals, reflecting Taiwan's ongoing efforts to enhance its defense capabilities amid rising tensions with China. The drills are a critical part of Taiwan's strategy to deter aggression and ensure national security.
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Why Pelosi's Taiwan Visit Drew Worldwide Attention

Why Pelosi's Taiwan Visit Drew Worldwide Attention

Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan in August 2022 was a significant political event that drew reactions from around the world. As the Speaker of the U....
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F-22s Conduct Readiness Exercise at Kadena as F-15EX Arrival Delayed

F-22s Conduct Readiness Exercise at Kadena as F-15EX Arrival Delayed

Kadena Air Base in Okinawa, Japan, is hosting a readiness exercise involving F-22 Raptors from the 27th and 90th Expeditionary Fighter Squadrons. This exercise, known as Beverly Beach 26-1, aims to enhance combat readiness through agile combat employment principles. The exercise comes as the base awaits the delayed arrival of F-15EX Eagle II jets, initially expected to be operational by now. The F-15EXs are scheduled to arrive in 2027, with a full complement by 2028. The 18th Wing's previous fleet of F-15C/D jets had patrolled the airspace around Okinawa and the South China Sea for years.
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Japan says combat drones key to adapting to new warfare as tension rises in the region

Japan says combat drones key to adapting to new warfare as tension rises in the region

The government says Japan needs to adapt to the new methods of warfare like drones and artificial intelligence used in Ukraine and the Middle East and strengthen its defense industry
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U.S. Navy Expands Production of Anti-Submarine Mines Amid Rising Threats

U.S. Navy Expands Production of Anti-Submarine Mines Amid Rising Threats

The U.S. Navy plans to increase production of the Hammerhead anti-submarine mine system through a contract modification with General Dynamics Mission Systems. The Hammerhead system is designed to detect, classify, and engage submarines and could be deployed by unmanned underwater vehicles to counter increasingly capable Russian and Chinese submarine fleets. The Navy confirmed plans to modify an existing contract to increase the number of Hammerhead production units available under the program. Officials stated that the additional systems are required to meet operational fleet requirements beginning in fiscal year 2027.
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Taiwan Strengthens Defense with U.S. Pacific Command Cooperation

Taiwan Strengthens Defense with U.S. Pacific Command Cooperation

Taiwan is enhancing its defense capabilities through closer cooperation with the U.S. Pacific Command. This partnership aims to boost Taiwan's military readiness and interoperability with U.S. forces. Taiwan's strategic position in the first island chain makes it a critical ally for the U.S. in maintaining Indo-Pacific stability. The cooperation comes amid increased military pressure from China, which views Taiwan as part of its territory. Taiwan's Defense Minister Wellington Koo emphasized the importance of U.S. support in deterring potential Chinese aggression.
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Analyst Lyle Goldstein Highlights China's Rapid Military Modernization and Its Implications

Analyst Lyle Goldstein Highlights China's Rapid Military Modernization and Its Implications

Lyle Goldstein, a senior fellow at the Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs at Brown University, has emphasized the rapid progress of China's military modernization over the past decade. According to Goldstein, China's military advancements are unprecedented in scale and implications, positioning the country as a world-class military power. The modernization drive has seen significant developments in various areas, including the aircraft carrier program, which is still maturing. Goldstein notes that China's military capabilities have increased significantly, creating a palpable anxiety in the region due to the shifting balance of power, with China playing a more dominant role as the United States' influence wanes.
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US weighs polysilicon price floor, tariffs to counter China in solar and chips

US weighs polysilicon price floor, tariffs to counter China in solar and chips

Aug 4 (Reuters) - The Trump administration is preparing to set a price floor and impose tariffs on polysilicon and related products, according to four people familiar with the plan, putting a material critical to solar panels and semiconductors at the center of U.S. efforts to compete with China on
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Taiwan minister says close ties with U.S. Pacific Command boost defence readiness

Taiwan minister says close ties with U.S. Pacific Command boost defence readiness

By Yimou Lee TAIPEI, Aug 3 (Reuters) - Taiwan's cooperation with the United States may be closer than many imagine, the island's Defence Minister Wellington Koo said on Friday, as it strives to deepen military exchanges with the U.S. Pacific Command to boost defence capabilities.
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China Expands Nuclear Missile Silos, Signaling Strategic Military Growth

China Expands Nuclear Missile Silos, Signaling Strategic Military Growth

China has publicly acknowledged the expansion of its network of nuclear missile silos, marking a significant development in its strategic military capabilities. This announcement, made through Chinese state media, reveals the construction of underground missile facilities by the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Rocket Force. Although specific details about the number and locations of these silos remain undisclosed, the move confirms international assessments based on satellite imagery that have suggested extensive construction activities in remote areas of northern and western China. The new silos are designed to house some of China’s longest-range nuclear missiles, enhancing the survivability of its nuclear arsenal by protecting missiles from potential first strikes and ensuring a credible retaliatory capability.
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China's Chery to invest $75 million in Korea's KG Mobility, eyes overseas markets

China's Chery to invest $75 million in Korea's KG Mobility, eyes overseas markets

SEOUL, Aug 3 (Reuters) - China's Chery Automobile agreed to invest $75 million in South Korean automaker KG Mobility Corp through convertible bonds, KG Mobility said. If converted into shares, the bonds would give Chery a stake of about 10% in the company.