Taiwan will introduce a $40 billion supplementary defence budget to underscore its determination to defend itself, with "significant" new U.S. arms purchases planned, President Lai Ching-te said in a Washington Post op-ed essay.

Taiwan's president should take part in "rehearsals" focused on potential enemy movements in order to make more informed decisions during wartime, retired Ukrainian Air Force Colonel Andrii Ordynovych said in an interview with the Central News Agency, which is partially funded by Taiwan's government.

Taiwan's deputy leader has urged the European Union to strengthen security and trade ties with Taiwan and support its democracy amid growing threats from China.

Taiwan Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim made an unusual visit to Belgium on Friday and spoke at a meeting with lawmakers at the European Parliament, part of an increasingly bold outreach to Europe by the Chinese-claimed and democratically governed island.

The following is the Republic of China’s 2025 National Defense Report.  From the Report In response to changes in modern warfare and multi-domain challenges of national security, the Republic of China (ROC) Armed Forces bears the responsibility of being a force of stability in society and solid backing for national security.

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President Lai Ching-te underscores determination to defend against China, with 'significant' new US arms purchases planned.

Chinese President Xi Jinping held a high-stakes phone conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump, during which Xi pressed for the return of Taiwan to China. He also stressed that the two countries should maintain momentum in bilateral ties.