Taiwan conflict • Table.Briefings

Feature | Military

October 15th, 2025

Beijing strengthens maritime clout: “Fujian” under test, “Type 004” under construction

While China’s latest aircraft carrier “Fujian” completes its first successful launches, the hull of a fourth carrier is being built in Dalian. With state-of-the-art catapult technology and new aircraft, China is catching up technologically with the US military – and sending a clear signal in the Indo-Pacific.

By Andreas Landwehr

News | Geopolitics

October 13th, 2025

Territorial claims: Authorities confiscate “problematic” maps

In Qingdao, customs authorities have confiscated 60,000 maps that run counter to China’s ambitions on Taiwan and in the South and East China Seas.

By Angela Köckritz

News | Taiwan

September 30th, 2025

Taiwan woos Europe: Common front against authoritarians

In the fight against threats from China and Russia, Taiwan's Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung urges Europe to act with urgency. He also calls for better framework conditions for Taiwanese investments.

By Fabian Peltsch

News | Taiwan

September 16th, 2025

Civil defense: How Taiwan prepares its population for crises

The third edition of the Taiwanese handbook on civil defense contains scenarios ranging from natural disasters to a possible attack by China. The use of Chinese apps is not recommended.

By Fabian Peltsch