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Lawrence Chung
Taipei
Lawrence Chung covers major news in Taiwan, ranging from presidential and parliament elections to killer earthquakes and typhoons. Most of his reports focus on Taiwan’s relations with China, specifically on the impact and possible developments of cross-strait relations under the pro-independence Democratic Progressive Party and mainland-friendly Kuomintang governments. Before starting work at the South China Morning Post in 2006, he wrote for Reuters and AFP for more than 12 years.
Lawrence Chung covers major news in Taiwan, ranging from presidential and parliament elections to killer earthquakes and typhoons. Most of his reports focus on Taiwan’s relations with China, specifically on the impact and possible developments of cross-strait relations under the pro-independence Democratic Progressive Party and mainland-friendly Kuomintang governments. Before starting work at the South China Morning Post in 2006, he wrote for Reuters and AFP for more than 12 years.
The deal with Vatn Systems aims to strengthen Taipei’s asymmetric warfare capabilities amid growing military pressure from Beijing.
Taipei’s effort to build a modern counter-drone shield has suffered setbacks, including the collapse of an army procurement contract.
Mainland Chinese men in rubber dinghy dismissed as ‘sea clutter’ by coastguard radar operator, raising fresh concerns over island’s security.
Critics question value of tests as authorities aim to prepare public for outages caused by war, cyberattacks or natural disaster.
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Politicians divided over proposal to ban Chinese Unification Promotion Party after ministry says it jeopardises free and democratic constitutional order.
Taipei to move weapons production, prepare for internet outages and adopt US ‘back briefs’ during Han Kuang drills.
Opposition figure calls on DPP administration to protest to Manila over Philippine attempt to chart a boundary around Scarborough Shoal.
Disagreements over funding and oversight threaten to undermine measures to improve the military’s capacity to wage unmanned warfare.
De facto American embassy says the two sides are coordinating on search, rescue, disaster relief and maritime law enforcement.
Mass protest may have put Taipei mayor Wayne Chiang in pole position to contest the island’s next leadership election.
PLA may be practising ‘reconnaissance and strike’, in which drones and helicopters work in tandem alongside rocket artillery.
Changes to the telecoms law remove barriers to foreign satellite internet firms and could help protect communication networks during a war.
The Pacific nation and Cambodia have both handed Beijing diplomatic wins by reiterating support for the one-China policy.
The opposition has been handed the chance to portray the government as both ineffective and hypocritical ahead of the vote.
The party aims to build goodwill and promote dialogue while supporting cross-strait peace, delegation leader says.
The island hopes contractors at military academies will free up personnel for combat missions, but critics raise infiltration concerns.
Higher pay drives surprise surge despite demographic decline and questions about combat readiness, but keeping them may be another matter.
Scores of flights and ferry services have been cancelled across eastern China, while Zhejiang province has stepped up emergency preparations.
Strong Bow system cannot be included in special bill amid diminishing chances of securing supplementary funding this year, officials say.
The change reflects growing concern over Beijing’s efforts to infiltrate the island’s armed forces after a string of espionage cases.
Revamped 14-day call-up programme is meant to offset shrinking pool of recruits, but willingness to fight is another matter, analysts say.
The opposition also wants to boost the island’s military drone sector, but through budgets that allow for greater scrutiny.
Washington appears to be cultivating relationships with different strands of the island’s opposition party, say analysts.
Analysts say economic pressures could force the Baltic nation to recalibrate relations with Beijing.
Officials say sustained mainland air and naval operations mean the island’s military will have less time to respond to a crisis.
Yang Shuang-zi’s Taiwan Travelogue wins the International Booker Prize – and reignites debate over the island’s shifting identity.
A recent drill was the first time the missiles were fired in the direction of mainland China and highlights the system’s possible significance.
‘Contact window’ launched for political, military, economic and social intelligence but critics say disinformation will be a challenge.
The KMT elder’s foundation has been embroiled in controversy for months, with escalating allegations and a family intervention.
