China’s Coast Guard Patrols Push Pressure East of Taiwan
A September 3 Chinese coast guard patrol east of Taiwan shows how Beijing is extending maritime pressure beyond the Taiwan Strait and testing regional responses.
Cross-Strait Relations
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Taiwan’s Record August Exports Show Diversification, Not Decoupling
Taiwan’s record August exports widened links with the U.S., ASEAN, Japan and Europe, but China and Hong Kong also reached a monthly trade high.
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Taiwan’s Proposed 2027 Defense Budget Crosses NT$1 Trillion
Taiwan’s Cabinet approved a proposed NT$1.1225 trillion defense allocation for 2027, but lawmakers can still cut, freeze, amend or delay it.
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Taiwan’s Defense Ministry Will Test Relocating Weapons Production During August War Games
Taiwan will use its Han Kuang exercises to test moving weapons-production lines and converting civilian factories if a Chinese attack disrupts supply hubs.
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Taiwan Begins Han Kuang 42 Drills With Civilian Readiness Tests
Taiwan’s Han Kuang 42 drills run through August 14 and test military readiness, arms-production relocation, sea routes, communications and civilian response.