Edition 9.07 of the Rocket Report highlights China's rapid rocket recovery, Taiwan's satellite launch test anomaly, South Korea's Innospace failure, SpaceX's market dominance, and a Ukrainian missile strike on Russia's Progress Rocket Space Center.
China and Indonesia held a 2+2 ministerial meeting, discussing enhanced military cooperation, food security, and opposing 'unilateral bullying' in the region, with China prioritizing Indonesia in its Southeast Asia foreign policy.
光州獨立書店「少年的書」代表林仁子針對光州雙年展將台灣館更名為NTMoFA一事發表聲明，質疑雙年展過度受國家體制干預，呼籲應保障藝術家的創作自由，並要求基金會對審查爭議提出更詳細的說明與省察。
Taiwan's statistics agency forecasts an 11.05% GDP growth for 2026 driven by AI demand, but analysts warn risks like capex slowdowns and geopolitical tensions threaten long-term sustainability.
Taiwan's government has proposed a record 1.12 trillion Taiwan dollar defense budget for next year, a 18% increase aimed at deterring Chinese military pressure. The plan, which exceeds 3% of GDP, faces a review process in the opposition-controlled legislature.
Taiwan's cabinet has approved a record NT$647 billion defense budget for next year, an 18.2% increase. The spending represents 28.6% of the total government expenditure as leader William Lai Ching-te aims to boost deterrence capabilities.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim stated in an Al Jazeera interview that he views Taiwan as part of China, while observers note potential trade-offs for future hi-tech investments.
Taiwan's inaugural test of a domestically developed satellite launch vehicle failed on Wednesday when the rocket veered off course, crashing in an uninhabited mountainous area near the Jiupeng missile testing base in Pingtung county.
韓國藝術團體「反對審查藝術家連帶」發表聲明，抗議光州雙年展基金會單方面將台灣館名稱改為「NTMoFA」。該團體批評此舉為政治審查，違背光州民主化運動精神，要求主辦方恢復名稱並公開道歉。
Taiwan's military has conducted its first live-fire exercise using first-person view (FPV) drones to strike armored vehicles. The drills, involving six units, aim to enhance asymmetric defense capabilities by adopting tactics observed in the Ukraine war.
A now-deleted report featuring PLA soldiers with cash and gold bars has sparked online debate. The images showed tactical units with currency bundles and bullion, raising questions about military logistics and potential wartime financial operations.
An Indonesian Navy frigate joined a Chinese passing exercise off Taiwan's east coast during Taipei's annual drills, prompting an inquiry from Taiwan and highlighting Jakarta's nonaligned foreign policy amid US-China rivalry.
Taiwan's NCSIST has partnered with US firm Vatn Systems to accelerate autonomous underwater vehicle development, combining overseas technology with local research to enhance maritime defense.
Taiwans Präsident Lai Ching-te kündigt für 2027 ein Rekordverteidigungsbudget an, das auf über 30 Milliarden Dollar ansteigen soll. Dies stellt eine 16-Prozent-Steigerung dar und soll die Verteidigungskräfte gegenüber chinesischen Angriffen stärken.
Taiwan detected eleven Chinese military aircraft sorties and eight naval vessels operating nearby, with seven aircraft crossing the Taiwan Strait median line into restricted zones.
Taiwan's counter-drone shield faces renewed scrutiny following an audit revealing technical shortcomings, procurement failures, and delays in protecting key military facilities against advanced drone models.
The US has deployed a coastguard training team to Taiwan for a two-week program, enhancing small-boat operations and teamwork amid China's heightened presence east of the island.
Taiwan conducted civil defense drills simulating internet disruptions and coordinated attacks across 14 cities and counties, testing alternative radio-based communication methods amidst growing military threats from China.
Taiwans Wirtschaft erwartet infolge des weltweiten KI-Booms ein BIP-Wachstum von elf Prozent in diesem Jahr. Gleichzeitig verzeichnet die deutsche Autoindustrie den stärksten Stellenabbau, Meta sieht sich einer US-Klage gegenüber, und das BKA zerschlägt eine Betrügerbande.
Taiwan conducted its annual Han Kuang military drills, including a 30-minute internet slowdown to 256 Kbps in 7 cities, and air raid simulations, as part of preparations for a potential Chinese invasion, prompting President Lai Ching-te to apologize for the inconvenience.
Taiwan's Ministry of Digital Affairs detected overseas-sourced, AI-assisted cyber-attacks targeting government agencies, energy companies, and nuclear safety agencies in July, marking a novel form of autonomous threat.
The People’s Liberation Army and Indonesian forces have conducted joint naval exercises east of Taiwan, demonstrating deeper military cooperation between Beijing and Jakarta.
Taiwan has reacted with fury after China announced a joint naval exercise with Indonesia east of Taiwan in mid-August. While Indonesia described it as a routine passing drill, Taipei condemned the unilateral move as malicious and destabilising.
