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INDO-PACIFIC
Taiwan Budget Calls for $6.6b for Attack Drones, Unmanned Surface Vessels
What changed
Taiwan's executive branch proposed a $6.6 billion procurement plan. The budget targets more than 200,000 domestically produced unmanned systems.
INDO-PACIFIC
US Uk, France, Germany Raise Alarm About Chinese Patrols Off Eastern Taiwan
What changed
Four allied governments warned that Chinese naval patrols near eastern Taiwan threaten regional stability. The statement was released on June 24.
MIDDLE EAST
Iran Warns Against Hormuz Crossings Without Authorisation
What changed
Iran's Revolutionary Guards issued a warning to vessels crossing the Strait of Hormuz without permission. The warning was broadcast on June 25 at 08:49 UTC.
INDO-PACIFIC
North Korea Commissions First‑in‑class Destroyer Choe Hyon
What changed
The vessel was originally launched on April 25, 2025. The commissioning was reported on June 24.
INDO-PACIFIC
Gao Report on Countering China
What changed
A GAO audit dated June 17, 2026 found U.S. agencies received over $1 billion for China‑countering projects. The report was released on June 23.