December 2024

After Lai Trip, China Deploys Largest Number of Naval Vessels Around Taiwan Since 1996

Brian Hioe
China has deployed a large number of vessels around Taiwan, with the Taiwanese military reporting the largest number of naval ships deployed by China since 1996. An uptick in air incursions has also taken place, with 47 detected between 6 AM on Monday and 6 AM on Tuesday. At the same time, it is yet unclear how many ships there are. Reuters reported yesterday that 90 coast guard and naval vessels had been detected, but the Taiwanese military has stated that only 12 naval vessels and nine other ships were detected...
Cross StraitDecember 2024EnglishInternational6 min read

Ma Ying-jeou-Led Chinese Student Delegation to Taiwan Leads to Controversy

Brian Hioe
A recent visit to Taiwan by a Chinese student delegation organized by the Ma Ying-jeou Foundation has drawn controversy. The delegation includes several Chinese athletes, such as table tennis player Ma Long, a participant in the Olympics. Namely, the delegation has been protested on a number of occasions. Otherwise, statements by the students provoked public outrage...
Cross StraitDecember 2024EnglishInternationalPolitics6 min read