Following the lifting of martial law in 1987 and the democratization of the 1990s, the mission of the ROC Army has been shifted to the defense of Taiwan, Penghu, Kinmen and Matsu from a PLA …

Dec 1, 2025 · With China ramping up its military posturing towards Taiwan, Taipei is preparing to boost its own combat readiness. Will the opposition-dominated parliament approve the new …

Jan 9, 2025 · Detailing the current military strength of Taiwan including air force, army, navy, financials and manpower.

Taiwan national defense is made up of a collection of air, land, and sea assets that includes a Western-aligned and organized approach to its warfighting capabilities, these covering …

Taiwan military forces overview: defense budget, active troops, equipment inventories, air force, navy, and strategic capabilities analysis for 2025.

Nov 26, 2025 · Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te has announced a special $40 billion budget for arms purchases, including to build a Taiwan Dome, an air defense system with high-level …

Nov 18, 2025 · The Ministry of National Defense stated today (November 18) that since the release of Taiwan’s National Public Safety Guide in September, it has received widespread …

6 days ago · President Lai Ching-te is aiming to invest an additional $40 billion in military spending to deter China.

Taiwan President William Lai unveils $40 billion defense spending proposal to counter China military pressure as U.S. offers cautious support.

Taiwan’s active-duty military includes ~ 170,000 personnel, with a trained reserve of ~ 1.6 million. Its forces emphasize mobility, urban defense, and island fortification, relying on coastal missile …