Taiwan Showcases Drone Capabilities for Defense – July 30, 2026
Taiwan is ramping up efforts in drone development as President Lai seeks approval for a special budget of up to US$6.5 billion to procure drones and other uncrewed systems. The interior ministry has taken the first step toward dissolving the pro-Beijing Chinese Unification Promotion Party, citing national security concerns. And new findings by the Lowy Institute show Australia has become the top lender in the Pacific, replacing China in the post-pandemic era. Plus: - Taiwan has suspended accepting visa applications from Moroccan citizens, citing reciprocal treatment after Morocco halted visas for Taiwanese travelers. - The government has officially announced the Siraya people to be a legally recognized Indigenous group, the first of the Pingpu Plains Indigenous groups in Taiwan to receive this designation. - Pet owners in South Korea are turning to tarot readings in hopes of better communicating with their animal companions.
