Taiwan opposition leader, Cheng Li-wun

Taiwan’s New Opposition Leader Warns of War Risk, Pledges ‘New Era of Peace’ with China

Taiwan’s newly elected opposition leader, Cheng Li-wun, took office on Saturday with a stark warning about the risk of war with China, while vowing to usher in what she called a “new era of peace” across the Taiwan Strait. Cheng,...
South China Sea- Japan

Japan’s dramatic defence shift is reshaping South China Sea’s strategic calculus: Southeast Asian states cannot afford to ignore

The South China Sea to the Taiwan Strait: Asia’s Security Order in Flux The ocean lanes of the Indo-Pacific are increasingly tense: from the contested features of the South China Sea, across the narrowing waters of the Taiwan Strait, to...
Chinese Changhe Z-10 attack helicopter

Chinese Z-10 Attack Helicopter Reportedly Intercepts Foreign Aircraft Near Disputed Airspace: U.S. Navy Aircraft Intercepted?

In a stark reminder of the growing volatility in East Asia, China’s state broadcaster CCTV aired footage on August 1 showing a tense mid-air encounter between a Chinese military helicopter and what it claims was a U.S. Navy aircraft over...
Fujian, China's first domestically-made aircraft carrier using catapults.

China’s Fujian Aircraft Carrier: China’s Naval Power Surges Ahead as 80,000-Ton Fujian Aircraft Carrier Begins Advanced Sea Trials, Redefining Regional Maritime Dynamics

China's naval ambitions have taken a significant leap forward with the development of its third aircraft carrier, the Fujian. Launched on June 17, 2022, the Fujian represents a monumental advancement in the People's Liberation Army Navy's (PLAN) capabilities, marking China's...
J-35A Fighter Jet

China’s J-35A Readies for Battlefield: J-35A Fighter Jet Twin-Engine Stealth Fighter Reportedly Enters Mass Production, Signaling Next Phase in PLA Air Power Evolution

After years of secrecy, speculation, and iterative prototyping, China’s second fifth-generation stealth fighter—the J-35A—has reportedly completed its maiden flight as the first airframe to emerge from full-rate mass production. This milestone marks a pivotal step in Beijing’s quest to rival...
China's New Jiutian High-Altitude Drone

China’ Unveils Jiutian Super-Altitude Drone: Can US Military’s Air Defense Systems Effectively Intercept China’s New Jiutian High-Altitude Drone Over Contested Taiwan Strait?

In a striking display of aerospace advancement, China unveiled its latest unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), the Jiutian (SS-UAV), at the 15th Zhuhai Airshow in November 2024. The announcement marked a major leap in China’s drone capabilities, introducing a super-high-altitude, long-endurance...
guided missile destroyer USS William P Lawrence.

Chinese Military Claims It Closely Monitored U.S. Naval Vessel Transiting Taiwan Strait

China’s military announced on Thursday that it deployed both naval and air assets to monitor and warn off a United States guided missile destroyer, the USS William P. Lawrence, as it transited the Taiwan Strait on Wednesday. The latest encounter...
Royal Navy’s HMS Prince of Wales

Britain’s High-Stakes Naval Gamble: HMS Prince of Wales and Geopolitical Chessboard of Indo-Pacific

The Royal Navy’s HMS Prince of Wales, Britain’s flagship aircraft carrier, has embarked on one of the most politically charged and strategically ambitious naval missions in recent history. Departing Portsmouth under Operation Highmast, the 65,000-tonne warship and its multinational carrier...
Endeavor Manta USV during the launch event held in the port of Kaohsiung in southern Taiwan

Taiwan Unveils New Drone Boat, the Endeavor Manta, to Counter Potential Chinese Invasion

Taiwan has unveiled a new uncrewed surface vessel (USV) named the Endeavor Manta, marking a significant milestone in its maritime defense capabilities. The vessel, developed by Taiwan’s China Shipbuilding Corporation (CSBC Corp.), is reportedly the first of its kind for...
French Navy

French Navy Joins Taiwan Strait Following US and Canada, Stirring China’s Concerns

France has sent the Prairial (F731), a Floréal-class frigate, through the Taiwan Strait, according to a report published on October 29, 2024. The French vessel’s transit follows recent voyages by both the United States and Canadian navies, reflecting a rising...
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