What is happening with Taiwan and China?

Asked 18 hours ago

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Taiwan faces increased military threats and influence efforts from China, prompting updated civil defense guidance and warnings about Chinese programs targeting youth. Analysts warn China could soon have the capability to defeat Taiwan, while uncertainty remains over U.S. support. The U.S. has approved its largest-ever arms sale to Taiwan, further escalating tensions with Beijing.

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Taiwan launches civil defense update amid rising Chinese threat

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Analysts predict China could defeat Taiwan militarily within two years 27s
China conducts military drills simulating a siege of Taiwan 1m 49s
Taiwan updates civil defense advice for all households 1m 56s
Authorities warn of Chinese programs targeting young Taiwanese 59s
Concerns rise over US support and Beijing's ongoing pressure 1m 38s

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Taiwan launches civil defense update amid rising Chinese threat

Al Jazeera

20 hours ago

Taiwan launches civil defense update amid rising Chinese threat

Renewed military threats from China have led to mixed feelings in Taiwan about relations with its larger neighbor.

Taiwan launches civil defense update amid rising Chinese threat

Al Jazeera

20 hours ago

Taiwan launches civil defense update amid rising Chinese threat

Analysts predict China could have the military capability to defeat Taiwan within two years.

Taiwan launches civil defense update amid rising Chinese threat

Al Jazeera

20 hours ago

Taiwan launches civil defense update amid rising Chinese threat

Taiwanese authorities have renewed warnings about Chinese government-subsidized trips to the mainland targeting young people from island colleges.

Taiwan launches civil defense update amid rising Chinese threat

Al Jazeera

20 hours ago

Taiwan launches civil defense update amid rising Chinese threat

Recent Chinese military drills appear to simulate a possible siege of Taiwan.

Taiwan launches civil defense update amid rising Chinese threat

Al Jazeera

20 hours ago

Taiwan launches civil defense update amid rising Chinese threat

Taiwan has updated civil defense advice for all households, promoted by advocates for vigilance regarding Beijing's actions.

U.S. approves $11.1 billion arms package for Taiwan, largest ever

Reuters

1 day ago

U.S. approves $11.1 billion arms package for Taiwan, largest ever

The United States approved $11.1 billion in arms sales to Taiwan, marking the largest-ever U.S. weapons package for the island.

U.S. approves $11.1 billion arms package for Taiwan, largest ever

Reuters

1 day ago

U.S. approves $11.1 billion arms package for Taiwan, largest ever

The deal comes as Beijing increases military and diplomatic pressure on Taiwan, which China views as its own territory.

U.S. approves $11.1 billion arms package for Taiwan, largest ever

Reuters

1 day ago

U.S. approves $11.1 billion arms package for Taiwan, largest ever

Washington maintains formal diplomatic ties with Beijing but unofficial ties with Taiwan, remaining the island's most important arms supplier.

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