China-Taiwan tensions
Taiwan Boosts Defense with $40 Billion Special Budget Amid Rising China Tensions
Nov 27, 2025 02:09 am CST
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te has announced a special $40 billion defense budget spanning 2026-2033 to strengthen the island's military capabilities against China's growing threats. The plan includes developing the Taiwan Dome air defense system and acquiring precision-strike missiles, demonstrating Taiwan's commitment to increasing defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2030 amid escalating regional tensions.
Xi Jinping Urges Taiwan Reunification in Message to New KMT Leader Cheng Li-wun Amid Cross-Strait Tensions
Oct 19, 2025 09:13 pm CST
Chinese President Xi Jinping congratulated newly elected Kuomintang party leader Cheng Li-wun with a call for advancing Taiwan's reunification with mainland China. The message comes amid rising cross-strait tensions, with Beijing refusing to engage with Taiwan's current leadership while fostering ties with the opposition KMT party, raising concerns about Chinese influence in Taiwan's democratic politics.
Taiwan's New T-Dome Air Defense System: Strategic Response to Growing Regional Tensions
Oct 10, 2025 04:18 pm CST
Taiwan is developing an advanced multi-layered air defense system called "T-Dome" to counter increasing military pressure from China. President Lai Ching-te announced this strategic initiative alongside plans to boost defense spending, as part of Taiwan's comprehensive military modernization efforts. The system aims to provide capabilities similar to Israel's Iron Dome, establishing a protective shield for the island nation amid escalating regional security concerns.