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China Coast Guard Threatens Taiwan; Defense Spend to 5% GDP

6/24/2026

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Britain, France and Germany warned that China's coast-guard east of Taiwan in June—inspecting 198 ships, citing three violations and patrolling undersea cable zones—threatens stability and navigation freedoms.
Taiwan began a five-day drill while President Lai Ching-te pledged to raise defence spending to 5% of GDP 2030.
Raymond Greene, U.S. top diplomat, said the United States and allies will maintain the first island chain quo and deter attempt to take Taiwan.

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Britain, France and Germany warned that China's coast-guard east of Taiwan in June—inspecting 198 ships, citing three violations and patrolling undersea cable zones—threatens stability and navigation freedoms.
Taiwan began a five-day drill while President Lai Ching-te pledged to raise defence spending to 5% of GDP 2030.
Raymond Greene, U.S. top diplomat, said the United States and allies will maintain the first island chain quo and deter attempt to take Taiwan.