September 2025 - Taiwan Special Weapons News

Taiwan's defense resilience committee to hold international forum CNA 14 Sep 2025 -- The Presidential Office committee focused on civil defense and social resilience will host an international forum in Taipei on Saturday with the aim of fostering exchanges and collaboration.
French senators arrive in Taiwan, will meet Vice President Hsiao: MOFA CNA 14 Sep 2025 -- A group of French senators led by French Senate Taiwan Friendship Group chair Rachid Temal has arrived in Taiwan for a six-day trip, during which they will meet with Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim (蕭美琴), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) announced on Sunday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 14 Sep 2025
Taiwan deploys patrol boats to monitor Chinese ships near Dongsha Island CNA 13 Sep 2025 -- Taiwan's Coast Guard Administration (CGA) said Saturday it had deployed patrol vessels to expel a Chinese coast guard ship and a Chinese fishing boat detected near Taiwan-controlled Dongsha Island in the South China Sea.
Taiwan monitored transit of U.S., U.K. warships through Taiwan Strait: MND CNA 13 Sep 2025 -- Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense (MND) said Saturday that the military had deployed reconnaissance planes to closely monitor the maritime and air situation around the country as American and British warships transited the Taiwan Strait a day earlier.
Pacific Islands Forum says Taiwan's engagement status remains unchanged CNA 13 Sep 2025 -- The Pacific Islands Forum (PIF), a major political gathering of Pacific island nations, concluded Friday with leaders reaffirming Taiwan's continued engagement as a "development partner."
Taiwan rejects Beijing's criticism of top diplomat's Europe trip CNA 13 Sep 2025 -- Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) on Friday rejected Beijing's criticism of Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung's (林佳龍) ongoing visit to Europe, saying China had no right to interfere in the country's international engagement.
Taiwan releases updated civil defense handbook CNA 13 Sep 2025 -- The Ministry of National Defense (MND) has issued new security guidelines in an updated civil defense handbook, to strengthen public preparedness amid escalating military pressure from China.
Taiwan revokes household registration of man holding Chinese ID: MAC CNA 13 Sep 2025 -- The household registration and passport of a Taiwanese man living in China and holding a Chinese ID have been revoked, the Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) said Saturday.
China's 3rd carrier highlights its potential leverage over U.S.: Expert CNA 13 Sep 2025 -- China's third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, which recently sailed through the Taiwan Strait, signals the country's expanding naval power that Beijing could leverage against the United States, a defense expert said on Friday.
China's forcible takeover of Taiwan would threaten the U.S.: MAC head CNA 13 Sep 2025 -- A safe Taiwan can help "Make America Great Again," and the United States' security and prosperity would be directly threatened if China took Taiwan by force, Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) head Chiu Chui-cheng (邱垂正) said on Friday (U.S. Time) in a speech at a think tank in Washington D.C.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 13 Sep 2025
Chinese military tracks, monitors US, UK warships transiting through Taiwan Strait PRC MND 12 Sep 2025 -- The US destroyer Higgins and the UK frigate HMS Richmond transited through the Taiwan Strait and made provocative actions on September 12, 2025. "The Chinese PLA Eastern Theater Command sent its navy and air force troops to track and monitor the transit of the two vessels, effectively responding and handling the situation," said Army Senior Colonel Shi Yi, spokesperson for the PLA Eastern Theater Command, in a written statement on Friday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 12 Sep 2025
Taiwan military tracks Chinese carrier's passage through Taiwan Strait CNA 12 Sep 2025 -- Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense (MND) said Friday it employed joint intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance measures to monitor the movements of China's third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, as it recently transited the Taiwan Strait en route to the South China Sea.
U.S. commerce secretary hints at 'big deal' with Taiwan CNA 12 Sep 2025 -- U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick suggested in an interview on Thursday that the United States and Taiwan were close to reaching a trade agreement.
China lodges solemn representations with relevant countries over visit of head of foreign affairs department of Taiwan authorities to Europe: FM Global Times 12 Sep 2025 -- Responding to a visit of the so-called head of the foreign affairs department of the Taiwan authorities to Europe, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Friday that the island of Taiwan is a province of China.
Activities of Chinese naval vessels in relevant waters fully consistent with domestic and intl laws: FM on aircraft carrier Fujian passing through Taiwan Straits Global Times 12 Sep 2025 -- In response to a question about China's third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, which recently passed through the Taiwan Straits to carry out scientific research tests and training missions in the South China Sea, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Friday that the activities of Chinese naval vessels in the relevant waters are fully consistent with China's domestic law and international law.
Taiwan reaffirms sovereignty amid PRC plans for South China Sea nature reserve CNA 11 Sep 2025 -- The Taiwan government on Thursday reiterated its sovereignty claim over the South China Sea, after China on Tuesday approved a proposal to create a national nature reserve on a shoal in the disputed area.
China's aircraft carrier Fujian passes through Taiwan Straits to hold tests, training in South China Sea: navy spokesperson Global Times 12 Sep 2025 -- China's third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, recently passed through the Taiwan Straits to carry out scientific research tests and training missions in the South China Sea, Senior Captain Leng Guowei, a spokesperson for the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy, announced on Friday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 11 Sep 2025
Japan bears historical responsibilities on Taiwan question and must act prudently: FM on Tsai Ing-wen's provocative visit Global Times 10 Sep 2025 -- When responding to an inquiry regarding former Taiwan regional leader Tsai Ing-wen's visit to Japan, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Wednesday that China has lodged solemn representations with and issued warnings to Japan. "We firmly oppose any provocative visit by 'Taiwan independence' separatists to countries having diplomatic ties with China under any pretext," said Lin.
V-Day military parade a shared moment of pride for all Chinese: mainland Taiwan affairs office spokesperson Global Times 10 Sep 2025 -- The September 3 military parade is a shared moment of pride for all Chinese people, both at home and abroad, marking a historic Victory Day that resonates deeply. It was an occasion for the Chinese people, alongside peace-loving countries worldwide, to commemorate history, honor martyrs, cherish peace, and look toward the future, said a Chinese mainland official on Wednesday.
DPP sacrifices Taiwan enterprises for 'selfish party interests': mainland official commenting on industry white paper Global Times 10 Sep 2025 -- Asked to comment on recent proposals from a white paper released by a Taiwan industries federation, including facilitating cross-Straits exchanges, Chen Binhua, spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, said on Wednesday that the white paper reflects deep concern within Taiwan's business community over the current situation in the Taiwan Straits and voices strong opposition to the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities' cross-Straits policies.
Lai acting as a 'cash machine' for external forces will not buy peace, but only sacrifice Taiwan society's well-being: spokesperson Global Times 10 Sep 2025 -- In response to Taiwan regional leader Lai Ching-te's claim to strengthen the island's defense capabilities and increase defense budget, Chen Binhua, spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, criticized that acting as a "cash machine" for external forces to take whatever they want and rushing headlong down the evil path of wanton arms expansion will not buy security and peace, but only sacrifice the well-being of the Taiwan people.
US urged to refrain from sending erroneous signals to 'Taiwan independence' as lawmakers call on ICAO to invite Taiwan: spokesperson Global Times 10 Sep 2025 -- When asked to comment on reports that US lawmakers called on the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) to invite the Taiwan region to participate in its assembly this month, Chen Binhua, a spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, said on Wednesday that regarding Taiwan's participation in international organizations, including ICAO activities, our position is consistent and clear: Matters must be handled in accordance with the one-China principle.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 10 Sep 2025
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 09 Sep 2025
VP highlights need to bolster defense as new patrol cutter delivered CNA 08 Sep 2025 -- Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim (蕭美琴) on Monday underscored the importance of strengthening national defense in the country's pursuit of peace and prosperity, while overseeing the delivery of the fourth 1,000-tonne class patrol cutter "Hualien" to the Coast Guard Administration (CGA).
Taiwan 'welcomes' transit of Australia, Canadian warships in Taiwan Strait CNA 08 Sep 2025 -- Taiwan's government on Monday hailed the recent transits by two foreign warships through the Taiwan Strait as a demonstration of support for cross-Strait peace.
Taiwan coast guard vessel returns after 46-day fisheries patrol CNA 08 Sep 2025 -- A Coast Guard vessel returned to Kaohsiung on Monday after completing a 46-day patrol mission to monitor Taiwanese fishing vessels operating in the high seas, the Coast Guard Administration (CGA) said.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 08 Sep 2025
Taiwan's M1A2T tanks, HIMARS to debut at Taipei defense expo CNA 07 Sep 2025 -- Taiwan's Army will showcase newly acquired U.S.-made M1A2T Abrams tanks and High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) for the first time at the biennial Taipei defense show, a military source told CNA Sunday.
Taiwan to spend NT$1 billion more in 2026 on Latin America CNA 07 Sep 2025 -- Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) plans to allocate NT$1 billion (US$32.86 million) more to countries in Latin America for fiscal year 2026 compared to last year, to enhance ties with the region, where seven of its 12 diplomatic allies are located, according to a budget proposal sent to lawmakers for review.
Taiwan important to world's security, economy: U.S. senator CNA 07 Sep 2025 -- A veteran American senator who recently visited Taiwan has issued a warning to the United States and the world about the consequences they would face if China conquers Taiwan.
Ministry of National Defense Issues Press Release Regarding "PLA's Joint Combat Readiness Patrol" ROC MND 07 Sep 2025
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 07 Sep 2025
MND monitoring Taiwan Strait amid foreign warship transit reports CNA 06 Sep 2025 -- Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense (MND) said Saturday it is closely monitoring the Taiwan Strait after foreign media reported that Canadian and Australian warships transited the waterway.
Era of political interference in judiciary is over: President Lai CNA 06 Sep 2025 -- President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) on Saturday called for stronger public understanding and respect for the rule of law, asserting that the era of political interference in the justice system is over.
Ministry of National Defense Issues Press Release Regarding Media Reports on "Armament Bureau's Drone Tender Specifications Not Meeting Operational Requirements" ROC MND 06 Sep 2025
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 06 Sep 2025
Exclusive: Canadian and Australian warships transit Taiwan Straits, PLA tracks throughout Global Times 06 Sep 2025 -- According to sources, on Saturday, Canadian frigate the HMCS Ville de Québec and the Australian guided-missile destroyer, HMAS Brisbane, transited the Taiwan Straits. The People's Liberation Army (PLA) maintained full surveillance and monitoring throughout the transit, with the situation fully under control, the Global Times learned exclusively.
Taiwan's top diplomat calls for Italian naval transit of Taiwan Strait CNA 05 Sep 2025 -- Taiwan's Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung (林佳龍) on Thursday expressed hope that Italy would consider sending naval vessels through the Taiwan Strait as part of exercising "freedom of navigation."
Taiwan's top China-policy official to visit U.S., deliver speech CNA 05 Sep 2025 -- Chiu Chui-cheng (邱垂正), head of the Mainland Affairs Council (MAC), will visit the United States from Sept. 6-14 and deliver a speech on cross-strait relations at a think tank in Washington, D.C., marking a rare public address in the U.S. by Taiwan's top official handling ties with China.
Manila to pay the price for tramping on China's red line: FM on Philippine Defense Secretary's erroneous remarks on Taiwan Global Times 05 Sep 2025 -- In response to Philippine defense minister Gilbert Teodoro's claims that China should not impose its red line on the Philippines and that it's the Philippines' sovereignty to accept Taiwan officials and no government official met with Lin Chia-lung and the Philippines is "committed to the one-China policy" but "China has no right to dictate," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said, "We noted that Philippine Defense Minister Gilbert Teodoro and other people made irresponsible remarks and deliberately made provocations on the Taiwan question and other China-related issues on multiple occasions. They blatantly challenged China's core interest, red line and bottom line. China never tolerates and firmly opposes such moves."
Ministry of National Defense Issues Press Release Regarding "PLA's Satellite Launch Mission" ROC MND 05 Sep 2025
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 05 Sep 2025
Ministry of National Defense Issues Press Release Regarding Media Reports on "Significant Increase in 2026 Defense Budget Allocation for Utility Costs" ROC MND 04 Sep 2025
Lai's remarks on V-Day commemorations betray national standing, defy justice: spokesperson Global Times 04 Sep 2025 -- Taiwan regional leader Lai Ching-te's remarks disparaging China's V-Day commemorations while taking veiled swipes at the mainland's social system has betrayed any sense of national standing, defied justice and conscience, gravely wounded the feelings of compatriots on both sides of the Straits, and laid bare the ugly face and sinister nature of "Taiwan independence" separatists, Chen Binhua, spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, said on Thursday, after Lai claimed on his social media on Wednesday that "Taiwan does not use guns to remember peace".
China's landing bridge ships target Taiwan but effectiveness in doubt: Expert CNA 04 Sep 2025 -- The Chinese military has built a number of landing bridge ships designed to expand its amphibious options for a potential assault on Taiwan, but their combat effectiveness is limited due to their high vulnerability, according to a Taiwanese defense expert.
Decentralize Taiwan's military command for a more resilient force: Expert CNA 04 Sep 2025 -- Taiwan's military should decentralize its command and control structure, giving smaller frontline units more authority to shoot and move in the event of a conflict with China, a U.S. military affairs expert told CNA.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 04 Sep 2025
China should stop illegal drilling near Pratas Island: Presidential Office CNA 03 Sep 2025 -- Taiwan's Presidential Office spokesperson Karen Kuo (郭雅慧) said Wednesday that Beijing should halt its illegal marine drilling operations in waters around Taiwan, after it was reported that Chinese oil rigs and ships had been spotted near Taiwan-controlled Pratas Island.
DPP slams China, Russia parades as threat to peace CNA 03 Sep 2025 -- Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) said Wednesday that the military parades held separately by Russia and China this year, including one in Beijing that day, posed a serious threat to world peace.
China's new missiles may deter aid to Taiwan: Experts CNA 03 Sep 2025 -- The array of new missile systems unveiled at a military parade in Beijing on Wednesday, while not specifically designed for a Taiwan invasion, could deter foreign forces from intervening in a cross-strait conflict, according to defense experts.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 03 Sep 2025
Taiwan's Lai calls for national unity, bolstered defenses against China CNA 02 Sep 2025 -- President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) on Tuesday stressed Taiwan's need for strong defense capabilities and national unity against what he called Beijing's attempts to alter the status quo in the Taiwan Strait, including by increasing military incursions.
Taiwan should seek to leverage PLA satnav system to counter drone threat: Experts CNA 02 Sep 2025 -- Taiwan's information and electronic warfare units would play a pivotal role in drone warfare, and they should develop the capability to access the People's Liberation Army's (PLA) BeiDou Navigation Satellite System, a retired Air Force lieutenant general said Tuesday.
Ex-KMT Chair Hung Hsiu-chu to attend China's WWII parade in Beijing CNA 02 Sep 2025 -- Former Kuomintang (KMT) Chairperson Hung Hsiu-chu (洪秀柱) said Tuesday she will attend a military parade in Beijing the following day to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II and the Second Sino-Japanese War, calling her decision an effort to "carry forward the spirit of resistance."
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 02 Sep 2025
Court orders detention of 3 over alleged TSMC trade secret theft CNA 01 Sep 2025 -- The Intellectual Property and Commercial Court (IPCC) has ordered one former employee and two current employees of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) be detained and held incommunicado for allegedly stealing sensitive trade secrets involving the company's advanced 2 nanometer process.
St. Lucia deputy PM, ministers visit Taiwan CNA 01 Sep 2025 -- Saint Lucian Deputy Prime Minister Ernest Hilaire has arrived in Taiwan for a five-day visit to meet with President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) and enhance bilateral exchanges, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said Monday.
Government, parties outline priorities as new lawmaking session begins CNA 01 Sep 2025 -- The ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), the main opposition Kuomintang (KMT) and the smaller Taiwan People's Party (TPP) each commented on their respective legislative priorities Monday as the Legislative Yuan began a new session.
Presidential Office announces 4 National Security Council appointments CNA 01 Sep 2025 -- Two deputy secretary-generals in Taiwan's National Security Council (NSC) have been named advisors, while a Presidential Office spokesperson and a Taipei City councilor will fill their vacancies, the Presidential Office said Monday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan ROC MND 01 Sep 2025

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