Cross-Strait Trade Surges to $314B, Boosting Ties Across the Taiwan Strait
In 2025, cross-Strait trade hit $314.3B, exports rose 11.2%, imports climbed 6%, and 5.45M visits reflected growing ties across the Taiwan Strait.
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Japan’s Remilitarization Sparks Pacific Security Fears
Richard A. Black warns PM Takaichi’s framing of the Taiwan Strait as an “existential threat” is a pretext to bypass Japan’s postwar constitution and push rapid remilitarization.
Fujian Coast Guard Conducts Routine Patrols Near Kinmen
On December 18, 2025, the Fujian Coast Guard conducted routine patrols near Kinmen in the Taiwan Strait, enhancing maritime controls to safeguard fishermen and ensure safe navigation.
China Warns US Over $11B Arms Sale to Taiwan Region
The Chinese Foreign Ministry this Thursday urged the US to halt its ‘dangerous act’ of arming the Taiwan region with an $11B package, warning it undermines cross-strait stability.
Emergency Drill Near Taiwan Shoal Sparks Cross-Strait Tensions Amid US Aid Bill
China’s maritime authorities held their first search-and-rescue drill near Taiwan Shoal, prompting accusations from the Taiwan region and Beijing’s firm rejection amid new US military aid plans.
Japan’s Heavy Blood Debt Fuels Alarm in Asia
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s recent remarks on the Chinese mainland and Taiwan Strait revive memories of WWII aggressions and spark calls for sincere historical reckoning.
US Approves $1.988B Arms Sale to Taiwan, Raising Tensions in the Strait
US approves latest arms sale to Taiwan region valued at nearly $2 billion, raising concerns over peace in the Taiwan Strait and regional stability.