Global military spending surges and reaches record high
In addition to providing the latest numbers, SIPRI researchers also raised a concern about transparency.
By Linus Höller
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US commander warns Taiwan not to ‘starve the chicken’ on defense
Adm. Samuel Paparo stressed the importance of Taiwan passing its stalled defense budget.
By David Brunnstrom and Michael Martina, Reuters
US Navy destroyer intercepts Iranian-flagged vessel trying to skirt blockade
Zero vessels have broken through the U.S. Navy blockade of the Strait of Hormuz since it began Monday, U.S. Central Command stated.
By Riley Ceder
Outpaced by the US, China’s military places selective bets on artificial intelligence
China may have surpassed the United States in AI for drone swarms, one Taiwan-based analyst said.
By Military Times staff
Trump seeks to double number of ship requests with 2027 defense budget
The proposed $1.5 trillion fiscal 2027 defense budget would allocate $65.8 billion for shipbuilding, the White House said Friday.
By Riley Ceder
US assesses China not planning to invade Taiwan in 2027
The assessment in the intelligence agencies’ annual report comes as Beijing has stepped up pressure on Taiwan with frequent military drills.
By Michael Martina, Reuters