Taiwan arms Coast Guard in preparation for battle with China
Taiwan is arming its coast guard with antiship missiles and intensifying naval drills amid tensions with Beijing.
Why it matters. The changes strengthen Taipei's defense capabilities and signal a firmer regional security stance toward China.
What to watch. Further coast guard deployments, naval exercises, and responses from Beijing will show how tensions develop.
Coverage
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Oldest first · UTCSourceThe Wall Street JournalUnited StatesLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Wall Street Journal“Taiwan Weaponizes Coast Guard to Prepare for Battle With China”
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Ranked 9th of 10.
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