Taiwan Condemns Latest Chinese Coast Guard Patrols – July 6, 2026
Taiwan's government has hit back at a new round of Chinese coast guard patrols to the country's east. Pacific countries voice concern after a Chinese nuclear submarine launches a missile carrying a dummy warhead into the Pacific. And Taiwan is positioning itself as a key alternative to China in the global drone supply chain as the US and other countries seek a more secure partner. Plus: - As global naval forces gather in Hawaii for RIMPAC 2026, TaiwanPlus boards the historic World War II-era battleship USS Missouri at Pearl Harbor. - Turkey is preparing to host this year's NATO summit as the alliance confronts mounting challenges from both external threats and internal divisions. - Guatemala, one of Taiwan's 12 diplomatic allies, has sent its congressional speaker to Taiwan to reaffirm bilateral ties.
