Representational image China’s commerce ministry has urged the US that Washington cease the “wrong practice” of blacklisting foreign-made drone systems after a sweeping move by US regulators blocked the import and sale of Chinese-made drones, citing national security concerns, a report has said. Se»»»

TOKYO, Nov 18 — A diplomatic feud with China sparked by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s comments about Taiwan has underscored the fragility of ties between the key trading partners. Historical grievances and territorial disputes have added to the strain. AFP examines the issues at the hear»»»

The Philippine military is now 3D-printing drones in preparation for future warfare and strengthening foreign partnerships, with Manila recently being recognised by Indo-Pacific defence ministers as a “frontliner” in keeping the region “free and open”. AdvertisementArmed Forces Chief-of-Staff Gener»»»

CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand — The Taipei Aerospace and Defense Exhibition, TADTE for short, opened its doors on Sep. 18 to promote the latest Taiwanese defense products and to showcase recent acquisitions. The event came as Taiwan considers the best way forward to counter aggressive Chinese maneuvers»»»

WASHINGTON, July 15, 2025 (BSS/AFP) - The United States has opened investigations into imports of drones and their components, alongside those of polysilicon -- an important material for solar power -- in moves that could bring about new tariffs. The probes launched July 1 by the US Commerce Depart»»»

--:--The United States has signed a new mineral deal with Ukraine to ensure U.S. access to strategic minerals while funding Ukraine's reconstruction efforts and its ability to resist Russian aggression. These minerals are crucial for nearly every facet of the U.S. high-tech economy—from smartphones»»»

WASHINGTON — The United States has approved the $360 million sale of more than 1,000 small armed drones to Taiwan, as the self-ruled island claimed by China aims to strengthen its asymmetrical warfare abilities with an eye on successful tactics used on the battlefield in Ukraine.Taiwan will receive»»»

The United States has approved the $360 million sale of more than 1,000 small armed drones to Taiwan, as the self-ruled island claimed by China aims to strengthen its asymmetrical warfare abilities with an eye on successful tactics used on the battlefield in Ukraine. Taiwan will receive 720 Switchb»»»