AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHan Kuang Drills: Taiwan simulated repelling a Chinese air-landing assault on Penghu and, for the first time, “throttled” mobile internet during the annual war games, underscoring how Beijing’s pressure could target the Taiwan Strait’s front line. Defense Budget: Taiwan’s cabinet is set to propose a record NT$1.1 trillion military budget for 2027—about a 16% jump—pushing spending above NT$1 trillion for the first time as Taipei modernizes amid rising PLA activity. China Pressure at Sea/Air: Taiwan’s defense ministry reported detecting Chinese aircraft, PLAN vessels, and official ships around the island, with one aircraft entering the southwestern ADIZ. Typhoon Dolphin Fallout: After Dolphin hit China’s eastern coast and triggered massive flight cancellations, Taiwan saw heavy rain risk linger even as sea warnings were lifted. Diplomacy: President Lai received a Japanese parliamentary delegation and urged deeper Taiwan-Japan cooperation; Taiwan also welcomed St. Vincent and the Grenadines’ PM for a 45-year ties visit. Local Governance & Accountability: Taiwan’s MOFA launched an investigation into its Geneva envoy over workplace bullying allegations. Tech & Economy: Sony and TSMC plan next-gen image sensor mass production in Kumamoto as early as 2029, while markets tracked easing US rate fears.
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