By Yi-Chin Lee and Ann Wang CHIAYI, Taiwan, Jan 28 (Reuters) - Taiwan's air force showcased its ability to rapidly replenish and get back in the air its most advanced F-16 fighter jets in a readiness drill on Wednesday,

China and Taiwan responded in starkly different ways to remarks by Japanese PM Takaichi Sanae on possible intervention in event of Taiwan contingency

The Pentagon says China’s strategy of “national total war” aims to mobilize the country's civilian industry, tech, logistics, and cyber power to aid the nation's military.

China doubled down its rhetorics on the trade agreement between Taiwan and the U.S., saying it would benefit Washington while eroding the island's strategic advantages.

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi pledged to step down if her coalition fails to secure a majority in the February 8 snap election.

The Taiwan question concerns China's sovereignty and territorial integrity and lies at the core of China's core interests. On this issue, China will not compromise or back down, Chinese Ambassador to Australia Xiao Qian said on Wednesday in response to a recent statement by Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade on Taiwan question.

By Ben Blanchard TAIPEI, Jan 28 (Reuters) - Senior Taiwanese and U.S. officials discussed cooperation in artificial intelligence, tech and drones at a high-level forum begun during the first Trump administration,