Taiwan reports 'significant rise' in suspected Chinese espionage

China building barges that can transport troops, equipment to Taiwan

China’s military developments are under scrutiny, as satellite imagery and intelligence reports reveal the construction of new amphibious landing barges and advancements in its aircraft carrier program. These developments raise concerns about Beijing’s military capabilities, and intentions in the Taiwan Strait. Reports indicated that China is building specialized landing barges at a shipyard in southern China. Each barge is equipped with 120-met…

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China is reportedly constructing ‘D-Day style’ barges for possible Taiwan invasion

China is reportedly constructing “D-Day style” barges that could be used in an invasion of Taiwan. According to Naval News, at least three of the new craft have been observed at Guangzhou Shipyard in southern China. Experts told The Telegraph that the barges, seemingly drawing inspiration from the “Mulberry Harbours” built for the Normandy landings […]

Taiwan sees threefold surge in suspected Chinese espionage cases

Taiwan has seen a “significant rise” in the number of individuals charged with suspicion of spying on behalf of China in recent years, according to new data released by the island’s security bureau, amid escalating intimidation by Beijing.

Taiwan reports ‘significant rise’ in suspected Chinese espionage

Taiwanese charged with suspicion of spying on behalf of China rose by a third to 64 people last year, the island’s National Security Bureau said.