Taiwan Expects US Arms Sales to Continue Despite Midterm Election Results

Taiwan expects US military support and weapons sales to continue despite the Democratic Party’s victories in the American midterm elections, with officials expressing confidence that bipartisan support for strengthening the island’s defence capabilities will remain intact. Taiwanese Defence Minister Wellington Koo said on Thursday that support for Taiwan’s security has historically crossed party lines in […]

Taiwan’s President Lai Urges Peace with China, Vows to Strengthen Defences

Taiwan’s President Lai Urges Peace with China, Vows to Strengthen Defences

One year into office, Lai calls war ‘unwinnable’ but insists island must remain prepared TAIPEI — Taiwan President Lai Ching-te marked his first year in office on Tuesday with a firm message of peace toward China, while simultaneously reaffirming the need to bolster the island’s military defences amid rising regional tensions. Speaking at the Presidential […]