Forbes: Taiwan quietly armed Ukraine with critical air defense systems
Retired Taiwanese air defense batteries could represent nearly a third of Ukraine's shield against Russian aerial attacks.
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Taiwan completely halts machine tool exports to Russia amid tighter controls, ministry says
Following investigations revealing Taiwanese machine tools reaching Russia via third countries, Taiwan has banned exports and increased penalties for sanctions violations
Ukraine’s second Taiwanese volunteer fighter killed in Luhansk Oblast
Taiwan's foreign ministry confirmed death of second volunteer fighter in Ukraine since 2022. Wu Chung-ta, 44, killed by Russian bombing.
US to arm Taiwan with NASAMS air defense systems combat-tested in Ukraine
NASAMS systems have proven 100% effective in intercepting Russian missiles over Ukraine.
WSJ uncovers Musk’s regular communications with Kremlin since 2022
The investigation revealed discussions about Starlink, Ukraine, and personal matters amid Musk's growing Trump campaign support.
Taiwanese expert: China’s information war on Ukraine previews Taiwan strategy
China's megaphone for Russian disinformation is not just about Ukraine, warns a Taiwanese authority; it's Beijing rehearsing its moves for a possible Taiwan invasion scenario.
Taiwan banned exports to Russia and Belarus of an important component for shells
Taiwan's Ministry of Economy has decided to extend sanctions against Russia and Belarus, banning exports to these countries of nitrocellulose, an important component for the production of shells.
Biden signs $95 billion war aid measure with aid for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
The announcement marks an end to the standoff over military aid for Ukraine in the US Congress.
Russian tank manufacturer bypasses sanctions with tech imports from Japan, Taiwan via China
Russian manufacturers of critical components for tanks are bypassing sanctions by obtaining components for precision instruments made in Japan and Taiwan through a Belarus-affiliated company in China, as reported in Nikkei.
Taiwan expands export controls on machine tools to Russia, Belarus
Taiwan escalates its export controls, banning 77 machine tools to Russia and Belarus, targeting items that represented $45 million, or 1.47% of its total exports to Russia last year.
Insider: Taiwan becomes Russia’s top supplier of precision machine tools
An investigation has exposed how Russia has tapped Taiwan as its primary source of banned high-tech machine tools by evading sanctions through intermediaries in Turkey and China
Reuters: Czechia,Taiwan to help reconstruct Ukraine
Czechia and Taiwan have signed an agreement to joint efforts in reconstruction work in Ukraine, according to Reuters.…
Biden urges Congress to pass aid package for Ukraine and Israel
John Kirby, a White House official, said that US President insists on approving his request for security assistance for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and the US southern border.
Biden asks Congress for $105 billion to support Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan
In addition to funding for US allies, the US President is seeking congressional approval to support the security needs of the US southern border.
Media: Biden expected to ask Congress for $100 bn package including aid to Israel, Ukraine, Taiwan
The Biden administration may request $100 billion in supplemental yearlong funding for Israel, Ukraine, Taiwan, and domestic matters like border funding, according to anonymous sources cited by Politico and Reuters.
US acquires decommissioned Taiwanese air defense systems for Ukraine
The United States bought back the decommissioned MIM-23 HAWK (Homing All the Way Killer) air defense systems sold…
Taiwan’s FM hits out at China’s attempts to play Ukraine peacemaker – CNN
On 21 March, Taiwan’s foreign minister criticized China’s efforts to present itself as a peacemaker in the Russia-Ukraine…
Taiwan allocates USD 56 mn for reconstruction of Ukraine
Tawain has allocated $56 million to rebuild hospitals, schools, churches, and infrastructure facilities in Ukraine damaged by Russian…
800 Taiwanese Revolver 860 Armed VTOL “winged mortars” were sent to Ukraine, – Taiwan News with reference to Polish media
According to Taiwanese and Polish journalists, 800 units of Revolver 860 Armed VTOL combat drones, produced by the…