As China stages record military drills around Taiwan, a quieter and more dangerous battle is unfolding inside the island.
Beijing is recruiting soldiers, veterans, civil servants and political insiders using money, debt traps and covert networks to steal Taiwan’s most sensitive defence secrets.
Authorities warn leaked intelligence could weaken Taiwan’s ability to fight and give China a decisive advantage from the very first minute of a future conflict.

China’s spy war on Taiwan: How Beijing is stealing secrets before any invasion

Chinese President Xi Jinping has pledged to achieve the “reunification” of China and Taiwan, calling Beijing’s long-held goal “unstoppable.”

In a New Year’s address delivered a day after China’s military wrapped up war games around Taiwan, Xi on Wednesday invoked the “bond of blood and kinship” between Chinese people on each side of the Taiwan Strait.

China's president Xi Jinping says China's reunification is unstoppable

China has launched large-scale military exercises around Taiwan, signaling heightened tensions in the region. Beijing has announced major war games, showcasing its military capabilities and readiness. Stay updated on the latest developments in Asia-Pacific security and geopolitical dynamics.


Dragon's fire: China unleashes rocket barrage near Taiwan

China launched live-fire drills around Taiwan on Monday that it said would simulate a blockade of the self-ruled island's key ports, prompting Taipei to condemn Beijing's "military intimidation".
Taiwan said it had detected 89 Chinese military aircraft near its shores on Monday, the highest number in a single day since October 2024. It also said it had detected 28 warships and coastguard vessels.


Fighter jets swarm Taiwan skies in show of force, taiwan govt condemns drills, mobilises troops 

China launched live-fire drills around Taiwan on Monday that it said would simulate a blockade of the self-ruled island's key ports, prompting Taipei to condemn Beijing's "military intimidation".
Taiwan said it had detected 89 Chinese military aircraft near its shores on Monday, the highest number in a single day since October 2024. It also said it had detected 28 warships and coastguard vessels.

Chinese hypersonic missiles, jets, bombers, warships, Taiwan fears drills today, war tomorrow?

China has launched large-scale military exercises around Taiwan, signaling heightened tensions in the region. Beijing has announced major war games, showcasing its military capabilities and readiness

China-Taiwan Tensions: PLA Eastern Theater Command Conducts Joint Drills Around Taiwan

Missiles, jets, warning shots: War drills shake the Taiwan Strait 

China deploys destroyers, frigates, fighters, bombers & drones ahead of 'Justice Mission 2025' 

China-Taiwan tensions: Pentagon report says China preparing to fight & defeat Taiwan by 2027 

China-Taiwan tensions: Taipei condemns Beijing's military intimidation

India has launched a massive military exercise called ‘Trishul’, involving air, land, and sea operations near its western borders.
The drill aims to test joint combat readiness and rapid response capabilities amid growing regional tensions. Reports say Pakistan scrambled fighter jets after India’s war games began, putting its forces on high alert. 

Trishul military drill: India's tri-service drills trigger Pakistan panic 

India has announced a series of NOTAMs for major Indian Air Force exercises across the Northeast region from November to January. The drills would cover key border zones with China, Bhutan, Myanmar and Bangladesh.


IAF to launch large-scale air drill to enhance air dominance

Venezuela’s Armed Forces staged a major show of military force on Thursday as part of the Sovereign Caribbean 200 Campaign, in direct response to the presence of U.S. warships near its coastline.

The exercises, held near La Orchila Island—home to the Antonio Díaz Naval Air Base—included 12 warships, 22 aircraft, tanks, helicopters, amphibious vehicles, and around 2,300 troops.

President Nicolás Maduro and Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino López described the drills as a necessary reaction to what they view as "aggressive" U.S. maneuvers in the region. The U.S., however, claims its naval presence is part of ongoing anti-narcotics operations.

Venezuela conducts 'Caribe Soberano 200' military drills 

The increased US military activity in Bangladesh reflects a growing security partnership that may be aimed at countering China. 


Bangladesh, US air forces begin joint military drills

With tanks, jets, and missiles on the move, Russia and Belarus have launched their Zapad-2025 war games, right on NATO’s frontier.
The exercise comes days after Poland claimed Russian drone incursion and scrambled jets in response.
Russia has rejected Poland accusations as 'myth' but Europe is nervous that their worst fears might be coming true.
As Russia holds a planned joint drill with Belarus, Poland has shuts its borders.

Russian aircraft equipped with ballistic missiles fly over Barents Sea during 'Zapad 2025' drills 

Russia and Belarus continue joint military exercises "Zapad-2025"|

Russia-Belarus war games rattle NATO’s eastern flank amid rising tensions

In southern Russia, 83 schoolchildren aged 8 to 17 took part in a dramatic military-style training camp along the banks of the River Don, raising global eyebrows.

Supervised by soldiers with experience in the Ukraine war, the kids performed "route marches," crawled through water, wore camouflage, and practiced throwing grenades and handling real or replica weapons.

Russia trains children in combat skills along river Don | Patriotism or propaganda?

Iran has launched a two-day missile drill titled “Sustainable Power 1404” in the northern Indian Ocean and Sea of Oman. This marks Tehran’s first major military exercise since the 12-day conflict in June, showcasing its naval and missile capabilities amid rising regional tensions. The drill comes at a time of heightened geopolitical instability in the Middle East, with Iran signaling military readiness and strategic intent in key maritime zones.

Iran holds large-scale military drills | Test fires range of cruise missiles

US and Panama forces have launched joint military drills aimed at safeguarding the Panama Canal, one of the world’s most critical trade routes.

US, Panama forces hold joint drills to protect strategic Panama Canal

The United States is discussing the possible deployment of more missile launchers to the Philippines to strengthen deterrence against aggression in the disputed South China Sea and other Asian security hotspots, but no final decision has been reached by both sides, Manila’s ambassador to Washington said Thursday.


Manila, Washington weigh new missile deployment 

The US and Philippines conduct joint military exercises in Zambales, a strategic location facing the South China Sea, amid ongoing territorial disputes with China. The drills feature live-fire exercises and involve 9,000 US troops and 500 Philippine troops, showcasing their military cooperation and challenging China's maritime claims.

US-Philippines hold military drills: 9000 US troops, 500 Philippines troops participate in drills

Tensions flare in the Taiwan Strait as Taiwan’s Defense Ministry reports tracking 11 Chinese military aircraft and 10 naval ships within 24 hours. This aggressive posture by China comes amid rising concerns over its claim on Taiwan. The Taiwanese military remains on high alert as Beijing intensifies its regional pressure.

China-Taiwan conflict: Taipei claims 11 PLA aircraft detected in 24 hours

Tensions between China and Taiwan have intensified as the PLA’s Shandong aircraft carrier conducted maneuvers east of Taiwan. Experts believe China is simulating countermeasures against US warships amid the largest military drills in the Taiwan Strait this week. Watch this to know more!

China escalates military drills near Taiwan as PLA simulates counter-US moves

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