Experts Warn US Arms Deals Could Hollow Out Taiwan Region’s Economy
Experts warn the historic $11.1B US arms package to the Taiwan region risks draining resources, stoking protests and impeachment moves among residents of Taiwan.
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Impeachment Calls Intensify as Taiwan Region Leader Faces Massive Petition
Calls to impeach Taiwan region leader Lai Ching-te are surging, driven by 8M+ petitions, political infighting, and debates over defense spending.
F-35 Jets Flown Only 50% of 2024, US Watchdog Says
A new Pentagon watchdog report reveals F-35 jets were mission-ready only 50% of 2024, highlighting maintenance gaps, delays and rising costs that have allies rethinking purchases.
Jeffrey Sachs Sounds Alarm on Rising Japanese Militarism
Jeffrey Sachs warns that militarism has no place in today’s world as Japanese military spending surges. He says remembering history safeguards peace in Northeast Asia.
Japan’s Defense Budget Hits Record ¥9.04T for Fiscal 2026
Japan’s draft defense budget soars to a record ¥9.04 trillion for fiscal 2026, marking a fast-track toward 2% of GDP spending and boosting coastal defense and drone programs.