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US close to sending $567 million in immediate security aid to Taiwan

The package, awaiting final approval, would be almost double the size of a tranche sent last year.

China says it tailed a US military plane through the Taiwan Strait

The U.S. aircraft was a P-8A Poseidon patrol and reconnaissance plane, according to the People’s Liberation Army’s Eastern Theater Command.

Powerful GOP senator eyes ships, jets, nukes in defense spending surge

Sen. Wicker's plan lays out an additional $55 billion above FY25 defense spending caps.

US, Philippine forces stage combat drills near strategic Bashi Channel

U.S. Marines and their Filipino counterparts have staged joint combat drills near southern Taiwan, a flashpoint in the Washington-Beijing military rivalry.

Opinion

Despite common rhetoric, war with China unlikely in near future

Much discussion surrounding future wars indicates a conflict with China is right around the corner. The author of this op-ed argues otherwise.

Congress passes defense spending bill after months of delays

Congress has passed an $825 billion FY24 defense spending bill, but the plan to get Ukraine military assistance across the finish line remains uncertain.

Biden outlines military plans to build port in Gaza for aid

In a State of the Union address, President Joe Biden said a temporary pier would boost humanitarian assistance.

Taiwan reports China sent 4 suspected spy balloons over the island

Taiwan’s Defense Ministry says China sent four balloons over the island, three of which passed near a key air force base.

Biden seeks better military relations with China when he meets with Xi

The plan is to revive the regular talks under the Military Maritime Consultative Agreement, used to improve safety in the air and sea.

China sends more ships and planes toward Taiwan

Taiwan says China has sent another 43 military aircraft and seven ships near the self-ruled island.