Taiwan Affairs Office

China-Taiwan military and maritime pressure escalation

47 clusters · 179 sources · last updated about 4 hours ago

Latest: China deploys over 100 naval vessels in Western Pacific

China-Taiwan military pressure has escalated significantly throughout much of 2026, characterized by increased PLA incursions, naval presence, and strategic maneuvers. Throughout May and June, Taiwan observed a rising tr

China-Taiwan cross-strait tensions

3 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Taiwan President Lai Ching-te asserts commitment to freedom and peace

During a National Day address, Taiwan President Lai Ching-te described the nation as ‘salt and light’ in a changing global landscape. He emphasized Taiwan’s commitment to democratic values, innovation, and resilience, st

Taiwan administration fiscal and national priorities

5 clusters · 62 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Lai Ching-te envisions Taiwan as a ‘Mountain Peak City’ of democracy

Building on his previous vision of Taiwan as a ‘City upon a Hill,’ President Lai Ching-te further articulated his national strategy during the 115th Overseas Community Affairs Council meeting, describing a goal to transf

China-Taiwan political sanctions dispute

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Taiwan accuses China of election interference via family business sanctions

China has imposed sanctions on VWAY, a company owned by Shen Tu-cheng, the father of Taiwanese lawmaker and Taipei mayoral candidate Puma Shen. The Taiwan Affairs Office announced the measures on October 14, prohibiting