US defence secretary James Mattis met his Chinese counterpart Wei Fenghe on Friday and declared that both countries should "try to keep on a path of transparency and stability".

Want military relationship with China that is source of stability: Mattis

Taiwan has invited Pope Francis to visit, its President Tsai Ing-wen said, just weeks after the Vatican reached a milestone deal on the appointment of bishops with China, which claims the self-ruled island as its own.

Taiwan invites Pope Francis; no dates announced

Taiwan's infantry and air force conducted a joint anti-invasion drill on Tuesday, including what it called a "simulated invasion by opposing force", on the eve of the island's National Day.

Watch: Taiwan conducts 'anti-invasion' drill ahead of National Day

Taiwan's defense ministry said it was 'prepared for any contingency'

Chinese military surveillance planes fly close to Taiwan

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Want military relationship with China that is source of stability: Mattis

Taiwan invites Pope Francis; no dates announced

Watch: Taiwan conducts 'anti-invasion' drill ahead of National Day

Chinese military surveillance planes fly close to Taiwan