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Born in 1988 in Algeria, Walid BERRAZEG is a documentary photographer and freelance photojournalist.

After a bachelor's degree in management at the University of Tlemcen (Algeria), he moved to Paris to pursue a Master in Digital ...

Taiwan reveals first domestically made submarine in defence milestone

28 Sept 2023  |  au.news.yahoo.com  |  English  |  International Relations

Taiwan unveiled its first domestically developed submarine, the Narwhal, as part of a defense project to deter the Chinese navy. President Tsai Ing-wen highlighted the submarine's role in asymmetric warfare, with service expected in 2025. The program, which has drawn international expertise, is seen as a breakthrough for Taiwan. The United States, Taiwan's largest arms supplier, showed support through the attendance of the de facto U.S. ambassador. Taiwan plans to deploy at least two such submarines by 2027, with the possibility of equipping later models with missiles. The Narwhal will undergo sea trials and is set to join Taiwan's existing submarine fleet purchased in the 1980s.

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Huang Shu-kuang Tsai Ing-wen Cheng Wen-lon Sandra Oudkirk Joseph Wu Wu Qian

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The two feisty islands standing in the way of Beijing

22 Nov 2022  |  The Sydney Morning Herald  |  English  |  China-Taiwan Relations

Penghu, an archipelago in the Taiwan Strait, is a potential frontline in the event of a Chinese assault on Taiwan. Its residents, like artist and merchant Chen Kuo-Chung, are prepared for conflict but hope for peace. The islands face typical rural challenges, such as youth migration, but their strategic location has made national security a key issue in local elections. Taiwan's Democratic People’s Party has highlighted the Chinese threat, while the opposition Kuomintang focuses on local needs and advocates for maintaining economic ties with China. Military tensions in the region are high, with increased exercises from both the Chinese and Taiwanese sides. Residents of Penghu and nearby Matsu express a range of views, from concern to resignation, regarding the possibility of Chinese aggression.

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Huang Shu-kuang Chen Kuo-Chung Chen Peng-chieh Jay Lee Chen Wan-hao Wang Chun-chin Tsao Erh-yuan

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Taiwan Unveils ‘Narwhal’, First Domestically

01 Oct 2023  |  www.islamtimes.org  |  English  |  Technology

Taiwan unveiled its first domestically-made submarine, the Narwhal, in a ceremony attended by President Tsai Ing-wen and Sandra Oudkirk from the American Institute in Taiwan. The Narwhal is part of Taiwan's Indigenous Defense Submarine program, which plans to build eight submarines with technology from the US and UK. The US had previously rejected Taiwan's request to buy submarines but later agreed to assist in developing an indigenous sub. The Chinese government has condemned US actions, viewing them as interference in internal affairs and a risk for military conflict. The article also references historical and recent tensions between Taiwan and China, including military drills following Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan.

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