A leading defence analyst warns Australia is dangerously underprepared for potential conflict as China launches major 'Justice Mission 2025' drills near Taiwan. Urgent calls for increased defence spending and civil readiness.
Asian markets showed a split performance in thin holiday trade following a subdued Wall Street session. Tensions rose over Taiwan as China conducted military drills. Discover the latest on gold, oil, and key indices.
The Chinese military has dispatched air, naval, and rocket forces for joint drills near Taiwan, warning against 'external interference' following recent tensions with Japan. Read the latest analysis.
For 23 years, Liu De-wen has helped hundreds of Taiwanese veterans' ashes return to mainland China, navigating grief, history, and cross-strait politics. Discover his unique mission.
Beijing imposes sanctions on Boeing and other US defence contractors after a historic $10bn weapons sale to Taiwan, escalating US-China tensions. Read the full analysis.
Japan's cabinet approves a historic ¥9tn defence budget, boosting strike-back capabilities as tensions with China escalate over Taiwan and space militarisation. Read the full analysis.
A 27-year-old man carried out a series of planned knife and smoke grenade attacks in Taipei, killing three and injuring 11. Authorities have heightened security for New Year's Eve. Read the full report.
A violent attack in Taiwan has resulted in multiple fatalities. Watch the footage and get the latest details on this developing international story.
Honduras's election signals a major diplomatic shift back to Taiwan, driven by US pressure and unmet Chinese promises. Explore the changing landscape in Latin America.
The Trump administration announces over $10 billion in weapons for Taiwan, including missiles and drones. A move certain to escalate tensions with Beijing. Read the full analysis.
Japan alleges Chinese fighter jets locked fire-control radar on its aircraft in a major military escalation. Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi condemns the 'dangerous acts'. Read the full story.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping reiterated China's claim over Taiwan during a phone conversation with US President Donald Trump. Read the full analysis of this diplomatic exchange.
Japan confirms missile deployment on Yonaguni island near Taiwan, triggering a furious response from Beijing which calls it a 'red line' crossing. Read the latest on this major defence escalation.
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi's Taiwan comments create diplomatic freeze at G20 summit. Public backs her stance as China retaliates with travel warnings and seafood bans.
Chinese scientists reveal how 935+ synchronised jamming drones could disrupt Elon Musk's Starlink network over Taiwan. New defence study exposes satellite vulnerability.
Dozens of concerts by Japanese artists and film releases have been abruptly cancelled across China as a diplomatic dispute with Tokyo over Taiwan escalates. Discover the full story.
Japan threatens military action if China invades Taiwan as tensions reach dangerous levels. Expert analysis on potential conflict and nuclear implications.
Beijing escalates diplomatic row with Tokyo to United Nations level, accusing Japan of threatening armed intervention over Taiwan. Read the latest developments.
China imposes a blanket ban on Japanese seafood imports and advises against travel to Japan. Explore the economic fallout and diplomatic crisis.
Beijing suspends all Japanese seafood imports in escalating diplomatic row over Taiwan remarks. Trade worth over 20% of Japan's exports affected as tensions mount.
Japan's new PM faces first foreign policy crisis as China relations plummet over Taiwan remarks. Experts warn of severe economic implications for both nations.
Japan scrambles warplanes after a suspected Chinese drone is detected near its territory, escalating tensions amid a diplomatic row over Taiwan and disputed islands. Learn more about the crisis.
Chinese travellers have cancelled approximately 500,000 flights to Japan as diplomatic tensions escalate over Taiwan. Discover how this impacts tourism and business relations between the two nations.
Japan's new conservative leader Sanae Takaichi triggers a diplomatic crisis with China by suggesting a military response to Chinese action against Taiwan. Discover the escalating tensions.
Chinese travel advisory sparks market turmoil in Japan as diplomatic tensions escalate over PM Takaichi's Taiwan remarks. Key tourism and retail stocks plummet.
Tensions escalate in the East China Sea as China deploys coast guard ships and military drones near Japanese territory following PM Takaichi's Taiwan remarks. Read the latest developments.
Beijing advises citizens against visiting Japan after PM Takaichi's Taiwan defence remarks escalate diplomatic tensions. Learn how this affects regional security.
Heavy rain from Tropical Depression Fung-wong causes severe flooding and landslide risks in Taiwan, injuring 95 and forcing thousands to evacuate. Stay informed on the latest weather warnings.
In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has spoken with China's Defence Minister Dong Jun, marking the first senior-level military contact between the superpowers since 2022.
Exclusive: Donald Trump declares he would defend Taiwan from Chinese aggression in explosive interview, potentially reshaping US foreign policy and escalating tensions with Beijing.