Taiwan President Lai Ching-te has cancelled a planned trip to Eswatini after African countries revoked flight permits. The decision follows allegations that China exerted pressure on several states to block the presidential aircraft. The development highlights rising diplomatic tensions between China and Taiwan. Taiwanese officials said Seychelles, Mauritius, and Madagascar withdrew flight permissions after what […]
Taiwan-China Tensions
Taiwan stands firm after China drills
Taiwan has vowed to defend its sovereignty after China launched major military drills near the island. Beijing fired rockets toward Taiwan during large-scale exercises. The move raised regional and international concern at the start of the New Year. President Lai Ching-te said Taiwan is determined to protect its sovereignty and strengthen its defence. He made […]
US arms Taiwan with $700M air defense system
The United States confirmed a $700 million sale of an advanced air defense system to Taiwan, strengthening its ability to counter missile threats. The deal includes the battle-tested National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS), marking a new addition to Taiwan’s military. This sale is part of a broader $1 billion arms package to Taiwan within […]