2026-07
US companies including Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and Anduril have announced a $3 billion investment to expand the production of defense equipment and sell it to NATO member states.
2016-01
Alibaba is accused of failing to prevent merchants on its platform from conducting approximately 80,000 transactions involving the export of illegal drugs, equipment, and other items to the United States between January 2016 and December 2024.
2020-01
AUS acknowledged deficiencies in its transaction monitoring system between January 2020 and December 2023, which failed to prevent illegal transactions by some Alibaba merchants.
2026-06
NATO Secretary General Lütke during his visit to Washington said that NATO allies are making good progress in striving to achieve defence spending targets.
2026-09-10
On September 10, 2026, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg (referred to as "Stoltenberg" in the text) said in a public speech in Berlin, Germany that if China takes military action against Taiwan or other areas of the first island chain, Xi Jinping will first call Russian President Putin, using Russia's power in Europe to constrain NATO. Stoltenberg emphasized that Indo‑Pacific and European security are increasingly interlinked, the United States feels its military resources are being stretched, and Europe must take on more conventional defence responsibilities. The remarks aim to warn the West of the risk of simultaneous pressure on the Indo‑Pacific and European fronts.
2026-07-08
After Iran attacked three merchant ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz the previous day, the U.S. announced new strikes against Iran, stating the operation aims to ensure freedom of navigation.
2026-07-08
On the final day of the summit in Ankara, Turkey, NATO leaders issued a six-point statement reaffirming Article 5 of the Washington Treaty, the transatlantic bond, and commitments to increase defense spending, while expressing support for Ukraine.
2026-07-08
At a press conference following the Ankara summit, Trump praised NATO's unity and stated that progress has been made toward the alliance members' shared goal of increasing annual defense spending to 5% of GDP.
2026-07-08
During the NATO summit, Trump met with Zelensky and stated that the U.S. would allow Ukraine to manufacture Patriot missiles and provide the relevant manufacturing methods.
2026-07-08
During the NATO summit, Trump met with Syrian President Ahmed Shara, stating that the U.S. might remove Syria from the list of state sponsors of terrorism.
2026-07-06
China was reported to have test-fired an intercontinental ballistic missile from a nuclear submarine in the South China Sea into the Pacific Ocean, an event that occurred during the Rim of the Pacific exercise.
2026-07-04
The U.S. Consulate General in Hong Kong and Macau held an event to celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence. Chinese and Hong Kong officials were invited to attend. The event showcased American style and emphasized the connection between the U.S. and Hong Kong.
2026-07-02
Trump said in an interview with CNBC that talks with Iran are progressing smoothly and Iran has almost agreed to the US demands. Previously, the US and Iran held indirect talks in Qatar.
2026-07-02
On the evening of July 2 Eastern Time, Trump posted on Truth Social, criticizing NATO relations as unequal and saying that the United States' one‑sided contribution to NATO is absurd.
2026-07-02
The director of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) Taipei Office, William Brent Christensen, stated that the war in Ukraine shows that drones can change the rules of the battlefield, urging Taiwan to seize the opportunity to build drones into the next generation of its flagship industry.
2026-07-01
On the evening of July 1, the US team beat Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 in the World Cup round of 32, advancing to the round of 16. The match sparked a heated response in the World Cup fan zone in Washington.
2026-07
The 2026 Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise has commenced in Hawaii, featuring five submarines. Multinational forces are conducting training in continuous submarine tracking, data sharing, and joint operations.
2026-07
At a press conference following the NATO summit, Trump stated that the Iran war was a huge success from a military perspective, noting that Iran's military has been destroyed and it will not possess nuclear weapons. He believes this should have happened 47 years ago and emphasized that the United States played a key role in it.
2026-07
At a press conference, Trump stated that NATO member states have agreed to increase defense spending from 2% to 5% of GDP at the annual defense meeting. He attributed this to his efforts and noted that some countries are actively following suit.
2026-07
At a press conference, Trump stated that the United States has invested 19.2 trillion in national defense over the past year, far exceeding the 1 trillion from the previous administration. He indicated that these investments will be used to build factories and produce the best equipment.
2026-07
At a press conference, Trump stated that the threat of communism to the United States is more serious than World War II, World War I, 9/11, and the attack on Pearl Harbor. He believes that communism leads to national chaos, poverty, and irreparable damage.
2026-07
At a press conference, Trump claimed that Iran's air force had been destroyed, 159 warships had been sunk to the bottom of the sea, and its radar capabilities had also been destroyed. He considered this a huge success and stated that Iran would not possess nuclear weapons.
2026-07
At a press conference, Trump stated that the war in Venezuela would end in one day, and indicated that Maduro, the worst person in the world, would be locked in prison awaiting trial.
2026-07
At a press conference, Trump claimed that the number of illegal immigrants at the U.S. southern border is zero, stating that this is because the Republican Party won the election and closed the border.
2026-07
Trump stated at a press conference that the war with Iran will not restart and will end soon. He mentioned that Iran struck a U.S. warship, and the U.S. responded tenfold.
2026-07
Japan's Ministry of Defense has expressed protest against frequent Chinese military activities and urged the Chinese side to reconsider missile tests that could threaten the safety of Japanese airspace.
2026-07
At a press conference, Trump mentioned that Toyota built its largest factory in Texas due to tariff considerations, in order to avoid high tariffs on cars manufactured in Mexico and sold to the U.S. market. He believes this is a measure to protect American workers.
2026-07
At a press conference, Trump stated that he has mandated AI companies to build their own power plants because the country does not have enough electricity to support their computing needs. He believes the U.S. is in a leading position in the field of AI.
2026-07
At a press conference, Trump questioned polling data suggesting his approval rating was only 27%-29%, calling the figures ridiculous. He stated that because the U.S. is very successful and the candidate chosen by the opposition party is "very bad," no one can compete with him.
2026-07
Trump mentioned at a press conference that Iran's leadership has been replaced multiple times, and stated that he is Iran's number one target, but he does not care because he is doing his job.
2026-07
Trump explained at a press conference that the reason he is not taking the new Air Force One is that the aircraft needs to first go to a base in Europe for display, allowing military personnel to view it, before returning for normal operations.
2026-07
At a press conference, Trump stated that Spain is terrible and Italy is good, but most countries have not helped the U.S. deal with Iran; although they expressed willingness to help, they need to wait until the war is over.
2026-07
At a press conference, Trump stated that he has a very good relationship with Turkish President Erdogan and discussed the issue of F-35 fighter jets. He mentioned that Turkey is a strong NATO nation and expressed an inclination to help Turkey regarding the F-35 issue.
2026-07
Trump mentioned at a press conference that China has not intervened in escorting ships in Iran, nor have they sent warships to protect the Strait of Hormuz, but he believes China is doing a good job because they respect the United States.
2026-06-30
The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) passed a 3-0 order to significantly strengthen regulation of undersea communication cables carrying international internet traffic, extending jurisdiction to operators of terminal equipment for undersea lines and establishing a fast-track approval process, provided national security standards are met.
2026-06-30
Two Republican lawmakers in the US Congress have proposed the "Prohibiting People's Liberation Army Employees Act," which would ban current and former employees of Chinese companies identified by the Pentagon as being linked to the Chinese military from entering the United States, and deport those already within the US.
2026-06-30
Venezuela experienced a magnitude 4.6 aftershock, the latest among more than 500 aftershocks that have occurred since last week. The United States announced additional disaster relief funding, bringing its pledged total to $300 million to support medical, food, shelter and other assistance.
2026-06-29
President Trump announced on Monday that the US and Iran negotiating teams will meet on Tuesday in Doha, Qatar, and reiterated that Iran must not develop nuclear weapons.
2026-06-29
Iran launched a drone attack on merchant ships in the Strait of Hormuz, violating a ceasefire agreement signed between the US and Iran on June 18. In response, the US military struck Iranian missile and drone storage facilities.
2026-06-29
The Malaysian government announced on Monday that the search for the Malaysia Airlines MH370 aircraft will be extended by another year, with deep‑sea exploration company Ocean Unlimited conducting the search over a 7,400‑square‑kilometre area in the southern Indian Ocean.
2026-06-26
On the evening of June 26, a sudden incident occurred at Beijing CITIC Tower (China Zun), where a small aircraft struck the building, causing a fire.
2026-06-26
A bipartisan group of US House lawmakers has introduced the "Cloud Security Act," aiming to close loopholes in US export controls and prevent adversaries like China from acquiring advanced AI chips through cloud service providers.
2026-06-26
The World Meteorological Organization said the Western European heatwave will move eastward over the weekend, with France and the United Kingdom breaking June temperature records, and Italy's temperature expected to reach 40 degrees Celsius.
2026-06-25
Dozens of bipartisan members from the US House of Representatives and Senate met with a cross-party delegation of legislators from Taiwan's Legislative Yuan, led by its President Han Kuo-yu, on Capitol Hill to discuss US-Taiwan relations and defense cooperation.
2026-06-25
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission passed the new regulation by a 3-0 vote, significantly strengthening oversight of submarine communication cables, extending jurisdiction to onshore terminal equipment, and establishing national security standards to expedite approvals.
2026-06-25
Chair of the House Fundraising Committee Jason Smith warned that many U.S. tax‑exempt organizations are funded by foreign governments and pro‑China individuals to undermine American institutions, and the committee is requesting information from the relevant organizations.
2026-06-25
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg delivered a speech at a Washington think tank, emphasizing the NATO 3.0 concept, which is an alliance with reduced reliance on the United States but still firmly rooted in it, and stated that the Ankara Summit will demonstrate NATO's strong capabilities.
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2026-06-24
The US State Department and the representative offices in Taiwan of the UK, France, and Germany have expressed concern over Chinese coast guard vessels patrolling and harassing merchant ships in waters east of Taiwan, urging Beijing to stop its pressure.
2026-06-24
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, the nonprofit organization Freedom 250 founded by Trump launched the 16‑day “Great American State Expo” on the National Mall in Washington. The event includes special exhibitions, a Ferris wheel, aerial performances, etc.
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2026-06-24
On June 24, Trump stated at a White House meeting with NATO Secretary General Rutte that NATO countries had failed the US in responding to joint US-Iran military operations and allowing the use of military bases.
2026-06-23
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte visited Washington from June 23 to 25, meeting with US lawmakers and attending an Atlantic Council panel discussion.
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2026-06-18
The United States and Iran signed an interim peace agreement on June 18.
2026-03
A US Navy P-8A Poseidon patrol aircraft transited the international airspace of the Taiwan Strait. The US stated that this action demonstrates the United States' commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific region.
2020
In 2020, China was designated as a foreign adversary by the U.S. Department of Commerce under an executive order, subjecting transactions involving information and communication technology and services to special scrutiny.