Wellington Koo

Taiwan says China remains a threat and calls for defense reinforcement

New Chinese military pressure puts Taiwan back in focus

China Coast Guard patrols ‘provocative,’ MND says

Taiwan says China Coast Guard patrols to its east are 'provocative act'

Taiwan 'cautiously optimistic' about U.S. arms sales: Minister

Taiwan says China Coast Guard patrols to its east are 'provocative act'

The United States suspended a $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan in response to pressure from China, marking a significant diplomatic concession that potentially weakens Taiwan's defense capabilities amid escalating cross-strait tensions.

Beijing Bans Two Taiwanese Ministers, Escalating Cross-Strait Tensions

Taiwan's President Lai says he is happy to speak with US President Donald Trump.

Taiwan's defense minister is cautiously optimistic about US arms sales after President Trump's consideration.

Taiwan Remains Cautiously Optimistic on United States Arms Sales Amid Rising China Tensions

China steps up military pressure amid Cheng visit

Large-scale air activities near Taiwan restart

Taiwan's Defense Minister Wellington Koo dismissed China's sanctions against seven European defense companies, asserting they won't impede Taipei's military procurement through diversified supply channels, maintaining operational capacity despite Beijing's export restrictions on dual-use goods.

Taiwan's defense minister downplays China's sanctions on European arms makers, saying it won't affect Taipei's ability to source weapons.

Taiwan dismissed China's sanctions against European defense contractors, asserting they won't disrupt its weapons procurement strategy, maintaining its ability to secure military equipment from international suppliers despite Beijing's pressure tactics.

Taiwan seeks to keep China threat front of mind in MAGA world

Taiwan Says Large-Scale Chinese Military Flights Return After Unusual Absence

China Concludes ‘Special Maritime Law Enforcement Operation’ Near Taiwan

Taiwan's defence minister labels Chinese coast guard patrols as a "provocative act" near the island.

Taiwan calls China's Coast Guard patrols to its east a "provocative act" and vows to respond.

Taiwan says China Coast Guard patrols to its east are ’provocative act’

Tensions Rise as China Patrols Near Taiwan Waters

China's geopolitical tensions with Taiwan threaten $10.6 trillion in global assets, potentially triggering cryptocurrency rallies as investors seek alternative safe havens amid escalating regional instability and economic uncertainty.

China patrols waters east of Taiwan in response to Japan, Philippine maritime border talks

Taiwan's President Lai expressed willingness to speak with Trump, marking a potential unprecedented direct conversation between U.S. and Taiwan leaders since 1979, amid considerations of a fourteen-billion-dollar arms package and escalating cross-strait tensions.

Taiwan 'cautiously optimistic' about US arms sales, defence minister says

Taiwan's defense minister is cautiously optimistic about US arms sales to the island.

After quieter weeks, Taiwan reports large-scale Chinese military aircraft presence near the island

“Threatened To Sink” In Taiwan War, China’s Newest Aircraft Carrier Fujian Transits Taiwan Strait Defiantly

Taiwan's defense minister dismissed Chinese sanctions against seven European arms makers, asserting they won't impede Taipei's weapons procurement while noting Japan's recent arms export policy shift opens potential future defense cooperation opportunities.

China imposed sanctions on seven European defense firms supplying Taiwan, yet the island dismissed the impact, asserting its diversified procurement strategy and U.S. reliance would sustain military capabilities amid escalating geopolitical tensions.

Military concludes 14-day Han Kuang drills

Beijing Steps Up Military Pressure as Taiwan’s Defense Budget Faces Political Deadlock

First F-16V for Taiwan spotted in Texas

Taiwan's defense budget for US cooperation increases 12 times, sparking opposition debate.

Taiwan denounces China’s ‘maritime traffic enforcement operation’

Taiwan says China Coast Guard patrols to its east are ‘provocative act’

Taiwan Condemns China Coast Guard Patrols Near East

A Pentagon official's planned Beijing trip faces uncertainty after the US approved a $14 billion military aid package for Taiwan, escalating US-China tensions amid broader disputes over the island's security status.

China remains a pressing threat despite US report, defense minister says

Clarification on U.S. Arms Sales to Taiwan Amid Iran Conflict

Taiwan's President Lai seeks continued US arms support amid China pressure and Trump uncertainty.

Taiwan expresses cautious optimism regarding US weapons supplies

Taiwan Reports Return Of Large-Scale Chinese Military Flights

Taiwan’s Domestically Built Submarine ‘Hai Kun’ Successfully Launches Two Torpedoes

Taiwan received its final batch of 28 M1A2T Abrams tanks from the US, completing a 108-tank modernization program worth $1.29 billion to strengthen northern defenses against China amid broader regional tensions.

Taiwan's Defense Minister Wellington Koo dismissed China's sanctions against seven European arms suppliers, asserting they won't impair Taipei's military procurement through diversified channels, while noting Europe historically avoids large weapons sales to avoid Beijing tensions.

More US arms sales in the pipeline, vice defense minister says

Taiwan says US has 'high' urgency in speeding up weapons deliveries