Tag: military

Taiwan Warns of China Military’s ‘Sudden Entry’ Close to Island

TAIPEI—Taiwan Defense Minister Chiu Kuo-cheng warned on Monday the island has to be on alert this year for a “sudden entry” by the Chinese military into areas close to its territory amid rising military tensions across the Taiwan Strait. The Chinese regime has stepped up its military activities around Taiwan in recent years, including almost…


China and US Caught in ‘Dilemma’ of Military Escalation: Experts

The United States and communist China are caught in a dynamic of increasing military escalation that could result in overt conflict, according to security experts. Despite the United States’ overarching goal of deterring military conflict, Chinese communist authorities’ dedication to reaching military parity with the United States and their belief that the United States is…


China Says It Will Not Deliver Weapons to Russia: German Chancellor

The Chinese regime has declared that it will not supply Russia with weapons to aid in its invasion of Ukraine, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said on March 5. Scholz made the comments at a press conference at the German government retreat in Meseberg, north of Berlin on Sunday, where he was joined by European Commission President Ursula von…


Taiwan Says China Must ‘Face the Fact’ of Island’s Sovereignty

The Chinese communist regime must recognize that Taiwan is not a part of China and handle cross-Strait disputes with respect and fairness, the Taiwanese Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) said on Sunday. The MAC made the remarks after outgoing Chinese premier Li Keqiang pledged to advance “peaceful reunification” with Taiwan while taking “resolute steps” to oppose…


CCP’s Top ‘Two Sessions’ Political Meeting Kicks Off: Sets Lower GDP Target, Increases Military Spending

The Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) 2023 Two Sessions top political meeting started on Saturday, March 4, and is expected to last for two weeks. The regime has set its 2023 gross domestic product (GDP) target at its lowest level in years. It also announced a 7 percent increase in military spending, its second highest in…


China Outpaces US in Military Ship Buildup: Former Intelligence Officer

China outpaces the United States in military ship buildup, according to veteran intelligence officer and author Grant Newsham. Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro on Feb. 28 warned that the Chinese military was producing warships at a greater pace than the U.S., jeopardizing American supremacy on the seas. Del Toro noted that China currently has in hand…


China Outpacing US in Military Ship Buildup: Former Intelligence Officer

China is outpacing the United States in military ship buildup, according to veteran intelligence officer and author Grant Newsham. Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro said on Feb. 28 that the Chinese military was producing warships at a greater pace than the United States, jeopardizing U.S. supremacy on the seas. Del Toro noted that China currently has…


Philippines Says Chinese Navy Ship Spotted Near Disputed Island

MANILA—The Philippines said on Saturday it had spotted a Chinese navy ship and dozens of militia vessels around a contested Philippine-occupied island in the South China Sea, as territorial tensions mount in the area. The Philippine Coast Guard said 42 vessels believed to be crewed by Chinese maritime militia personnel were seen in the vicinity…


US Army Surging Munitions Production Amid Shortage Fears

The United States is working to overhaul its acquisition of certain high-end munitions which experts fear would be depleted in the event of a war with China. U.S. Army officials are in the process of ramping up production to overcome challenges associated with replenishing domestic stockpiles of munitions that were either sold to Ukraine or…


Philippines Says US Base Deal Meant for Defense, Not Preparation for War

The Philippines’ decision to grant the United States more access to its military bases is meant to boost defense capabilities, not to engage in war preparations, a top Philippine defense official said on Thursday. Department of National Defense Secretary Carlito Galvez said the purpose of Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) projects is to bolster Philippine…