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Taiwan detects 130 Chinese aircraft, nine 14 vessels around its territory
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
In a post on X on Tuesday, Taiwan's defence ministry said, "130 PLA aircraft, 14 PLAN vessels and 8 official ships operating around Taiwan were detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. 90 out of 130 sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern, central, southwestern and ea
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China launches large-scale military drills around Taiwan; issues warning a
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) announced joint military exercises named "Justice Mission-2025", involving coordinated operations across land, sea and air. The drills include preparations for blockade operations, precision strikes and control of key ports and strategic areas ar
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Taiwan must boost defence to deter China, says President Lai
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Taiwan President William Lai stated the island must strengthen its defence to deter China, stressing that peace depends on strength. He highlighted growing global concern over Taiwan's security and said his government is boosting defence spending and domestic capabilities to safeguard Taiwan
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Russia FM Lavrov reaffirms Taiwan as integral part of China, opposes any f
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated Taiwan is an inseparable part of China and opposed any form of independence for the island. He said the issue is China's internal matter, criticised Western involvement, and reiterated Russia's support for China's sovereignty and territorial i
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U.S. holds top spot as Taiwan's largest bank debtor for 41st straight quar
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The United States remains the top debtor of Taiwan banks for the 41st straight quarter. This means the U.S. owes more money to Taiwanese banks than any other country. According to a report by Focus Taiwan, this trend has continued for more than ten years without any change at the top spot.
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China launches 'Justice Mission 2025' military drills around Taiwan, asser
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
China on Monday announced the launch of a large-scale inter-service joint military exercise around Taiwan, showcasing its assertion over the island nation, which Beijing claims "is a sacred and inseparable part" of its territory.
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Taiwan detects two sorties of Chinese aircraft, nine naval vessels around
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"2 sorties of PLA aircraft, 9 PLAN vessels and 2 official ships operating around Taiwan were detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. The ROC Armed Forces have monitored the situation and responded," the MND said in a post on X.
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China accused of weaponising AI to undermine Taiwan's democracy
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
New documents have raised concerns over China's alleged use of AI to influence Taiwan's elections, with reports warning of coordinated digital manipulation, fake online personas, and efforts to shape public opinion, prompting calls for stronger safeguards to protect democratic processes.
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Jefferies shifts weightage from China and Indonesia to India and Taiwan
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Global investment bank Jefferies has increased its allocation to India and Taiwan in its Asia Pacific ex-Japan relative-return portfolio, while trimming exposure to China and Indonesia, citing evolving macroeconomic conditions and relative growth prospects across the region.
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Taiwan detects three sorties of Chinese aircraft, seven naval vessels arou
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"3 sorties of PLA aircraft and 7 PLAN vessels operating around Taiwan were detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. 3 out of 3 sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's southwestern ADIZ. We have monitored the situation and responded, " the MND said in an X post.
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Magnitude 7.0 earthquake hits Taiwan
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
According to Taiwan's Central Weather Administration (CWA), the quake occurred at 11:05 pm local time. The epicentre was located in the sea, around 32 km east of Yilan County, at a depth of about 73 km, Focus Taiwan reported.
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Manipur Police intensifies search ops: Arms and ammunitions recovered, sev
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Amid the festivities of Christmas, Manipur Police carried out multiple operations across the state, leading to the seizure of a large quantity of liquor, the arrest of three active militants of the proscribed Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP-Taibanganba), and the apprehension of a drug ped
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