TAIPEI: China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) recently conducted a military drill simulating the neutralization of key targets, raising fears in Taiwan of potential “decapitation strikes” against its leadership. Footage released on China Central Television showed drones surveilling a building while special forces used crossbows to silently neutralize perimeter guards before storming the structure. In the […]
Lai Ching-te
Taiwan unveils $40bn defence boost amid rising China tensions
Taiwan has announced a massive $40 billion supplementary defence budget, signalling its firm resolve to protect its sovereignty as tensions with China continue to escalate. President Lai Ching-te revealed the T$1.25 trillion package on Wednesday, describing it as a critical step to safeguard the island’s future. He stressed that history shows compromise in the face […]