Taiwan detained four military officials including a retired Air Force captain and three active military officers in the city of Kaohsiung on suspicion of spying for China, the Taiwanese Central News Agency reported on Thursday.

Taiwan detains four military officials suspected of spying for China; probe underway

Days after China's military said it had conducted "strike drills" around Taiwanese sea and airspace, Taiwan announced its decision to extend the current four-month-long mandatory military service to a year. The longer service requirements will be implemented from 2024.

Taiwan to extend compulsory military service as China shows air power

The problem of low birth rate has hit Taiwan's military recruitment capabilities. The issue of low birth rate also exists in other East Asian nations. It has become a bigger issue for Taiwan at the moment. Watch the video to know why.

Taiwan: Low birth rate limits military might, 20% volunteer unfit for duty

The problem of low birth rate has raised its head in Taiwan as well where the island’s military recruitment capabilities are being hit. The problem is same in several other East Asian nations and becomes a bigger issue for Taiwan at the moment amid its efforts to build a force to defend against a Chinese invasion.

Low birth rate hits Taiwan's military pool, length of mandatory conscription may be increased

Taiwan's new military excercise: Tabletop wargames against China

Taiwan is considering extending its four-month military service requirement, the country's defence minister said Wednesday. The announcement comes amid tensions between Taiwan and China, which are further exacerbated by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Eyeing Russia-Ukraine conflict, Taiwan mulls extending compulsory military service

Over the last couple of months, the United States has appeared as one of the biggest supporters of Taiwan across the world. In October the US Secretary of State pushed for Taiwan's entry into the UN.

United States backs Taiwan's presence at the UN

US President Joe Biden said US would come to Taiwan's defense if attacked China, for the second time in three months. After which, China has urged the US to "avoid sending any false signals".

US President Biden hints at military intervention if China attacks Taiwan, The White House clarifies

Taiwan faces "severe threats" from China. It now wants to spend close to $9 billion extra for more arms. But that may not be enough to contain the tensions in the region. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Taiwan faces "severe threats" from China

In a first, two same-sex couple will be getting married in Taiwanese army’s annual mass wedding ceremony that will be held this week. This is the first time such a ceremony will allow same-sex couples to legalise their marriage.

Moment of pride: Two same-sex couples to get married in Taiwanese military mass wedding

Taiwan announced on Thursday a T$42.1 billion ($1.4 billion) increase in the budget for defence next year as China shared details of its latest combat exercise near the island.

Taiwan announces increase in military spending

Taiwanese rescuers were searching for the chief of military staff and two major generals who went missing after a helicopter crash landed Thursday, the defence ministry said.

Taiwan's military chief of staff missing after helicopter crash

Taiwan's airforce held exercises on Tuesday (May 28) as part of its week-long annual drills in the western coastal city of Changhua. The drills, which included fighter jet landings and helicopter patrol exercises, were attended by President Tsai Ing-wen.

Taiwan holds annual military exercises

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Taiwan detains four military officials suspected of spying for China; probe underway

Taiwan to extend compulsory military service as China shows air power

Taiwan: Low birth rate limits military might, 20% volunteer unfit for duty

Low birth rate hits Taiwan's military pool, length of mandatory conscription may be increased

Taiwan's new military excercise: Tabletop wargames against China

Eyeing Russia-Ukraine conflict, Taiwan mulls extending compulsory military service

United States backs Taiwan's presence at the UN

US President Biden hints at military intervention if China attacks Taiwan, The White House clarifies

US President Biden hints at military intervention if China attacks Taiwan, The White House clarifies

Gravitas: Taiwan faces "severe threats" from China

Moment of pride: Two same-sex couples to get married in Taiwanese military mass wedding

Taiwan announces increase in military spending

Taiwan's military chief of staff missing after helicopter crash

Taiwan holds annual military exercises