Taiwan minister Chiu Kuo-cheng claims ‘miserable victory’ in future China-Taiwan War
No matter who wins in any future war between Taiwan and China, it will be a “miserable victory”, Taiwan Defence Minister Chiu Kuo-cheng said on Thursday, adding it was best if everyone avoided conflict. Speaking to reporters before a parliament session on the security implications of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Chiu said both sides would pay a heavy price in the […]
China sanctions Lockheed, Raytheon over Taiwan arms sales
China has placed Lockheed Martin Corp and Raytheon Technologies Corp under sanctions over arms sales to Taiwan, the government said on Monday, at least the third time it has announced punishments against the U.S. companies. The sanctions are countermeasures against the two companies over a $100-million Feb. 7 arms sale that “undermined China’s security interests, […]
China is ready for a massive attack on Taiwan : US Report
The Congress-appointed US-China Economic and Security Review Commission, the agency designated to provide national security and economic advice to Congress and the US President, said in a report that, “The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) has already It has acquired the necessary capabilities to conduct air and naval blockades, cyber attacks and missile strikes against the […]
USA Announces $ 2.37 Billion Sale of Arms to Taiwan
In the US, the administration led by President Donald Trump notified Taiwan on Monday about a plan to sell Harpoon missile systems for $ 2.37 billion. Hours earlier, China announced sanctions on US defence companies, including Boeing. Boeing is the main contractor company in the Harpoon deal. “The United States has an interest in maintaining […]