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7 September

China Criticizes Australia, Canada Warships in Taiwan Strait

China said that its military monitored the passage of Australian and Canadian warships through the Taiwan Strait, criticizing their presence.

1 September

Arms

210624-N-CT127-0050 SAN DIEGO (June 24, 2021)- Sailors load a Mk 48 advanced capability torpedo onto the Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Scranton (SSN 756), June 24. U.S. military forces are present and active in and around the Pacific in support of allies and partners and a free and open Indo-Pacific for more than 75 years. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Josue L. Escobosa/Released)

Christine Casimiro

Taiwan to Receive MK 48 Torpedoes From US in Three Years After Delays

Following delays, Taiwan is set to receive Mk 48 Mod 6 Advanced Technology heavyweight torpedoes and related equipment from the US over the next three years.

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29 August

Americas

U.S. Army Sgt. Nicholas Sutton, an infantryman assigned to the 1st Battalion, 5th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Brigade Combat team, 11th Airborne Division, releases a Black Hornet 3 drone at a remote fighting position during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center-Alaska 23-02 at Yukon Training Area, Alaska, April 3, 2023. JPMRC-AK 23-02, executed in Alaska with its world-class training facilities and its harsh Arctic environment, builds Soldiers and leaders into a cohesive team of skilled, tough, alert, and adaptive warriors capable of fighting and winning anywhere. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Sullivan)

Rojoef Manuel

Pentagon to Send Reps Abroad for Military Tech Advancement, Taiwan and Japan Included

The US Department of Defense plans to send officials to “dozens” of partner nations, including Taiwan and Japan, to strengthen partnerships and give the US faster access to cutting-edge military technology.

26 August

Asia Pacific

Giulia Bernacchi

Taiwan to Build Over 1,300 Kuai Chi Uncrewed Surface Vessels: Report

Taiwan plans to procure 1,320 domestically produced Kuai Chi attack uncrewed surface vessels over five years.

22 August

Air

Giulia Bernacchi

Taiwan Probes Reported Explosion of Patriot PAC-2 Missile During Drill

Taiwan’s military is investigating a reported explosion of a Patriot PAC-2 missile during an annual precision munitions drill.

21 August

Asia Pacific

Staff Writer With AFP

Taiwan Plans Defense Budget Increase to Over 3% of GDP

Taiwan's government plans to increase its 2026 defense budget to more than three percent of GDP, the premier said, as it faces US pressure to invest more in its own protection.

19 August

Commentary

Ju Hyung Kim

How South Korea Could Tip the Scales in a Taiwan Contingency

South Korea, while traditionally sidelined in Taiwan conflict scenarios due to its focus on North Korea, could play a crucial, non-combat role that significantly improves US and allied outcomes.

18 August

Asia Pacific

Christine Casimiro

Taiwan to Classify Small Drones as ‘Consumables’ for Faster Access

Taiwan is planning to recategorize small drones as “consumables” instead of durable property like aircraft to speed up procurement and military access.

15 August

Arms