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America fired 1,000 Patriot missiles but replaced only 172: Is the US missile stockpile crisis leaving Ukraine, Taiwan, and America vulnerable until 2029?

The US missile stockpile crisis is now exposing a deeper global defense weakness as America fired more than 1,000 Patriot interceptors but replaced only 172 during the Iran war. Pentagon missile reserves are shrinking fast. Patriot missile shortages are now affecting Ukraine and Taiwan at the same time. Defense experts…

The Economic Times · May 29

China Building Launch Pads Close To Nuclear Missile Silos: Report

China is building launch pads near its nuclear missile silos, according to satellite images analyzed by Reuters.

International Business Times · May 29

Shangri-La Dialogue opens with China and doubts about US priorities topping concerns

Asia's top defense summit convenes amid rising concerns over China's military might and assertiveness. Leaders will discuss America's Indo-Pacific strategy and regional stability. The ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East also feature prominently. Vietnam's leader opens the conference, followed by the US Defense Secretary. China's delegation is expected…

The Economic Times · May 29

Equity mutual funds deliver up to 17% return in May led by international funds. Should you go global?

Equity mutual funds saw strong performance in May, with returns reaching up to 17%. International funds led the gains, driven by markets like the US, Korea, and Taiwan. While global diversification is beneficial, experts advise caution due to high valuations. Investors should consider a systematic investment plan for global exposure,…

The Economic Times · May 29

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Is Heading to Taiwan. Get Ready for Updates on an ‘AI Semiconductor Triangle Alliance.’

Investors may be nervous about Nvidia stock now, but all eyes are shifting to Taiwan, where CEO Jensen Huang could unveil fresh updates on the AI chip alliance powering the global AI boom.

Barchart · May 28

Supermicro says it assisted Taiwanese authorities in server smuggling bust that led to three arrests — company issues statement on working with US, Taiwan to block illicit diversion of servers to China

Supermicro says it worked directly with Taiwanese authorities on a server smuggling bust that led to the seizure of 50 servers and three arrests.

Tom’s Hardware · May 28

Asia Pacific real estate investment rises 19% in Q1; India emerges as key logistics, data centre growth market: Savills

Industrial and logistics assets also continued to attract strong investor interest due to growing demand linked to AI-related manufacturing, semiconductor exports, data centre development and infrastructure expansion across markets including India, Japan, Taiwan and Malaysia.

The Economic Times · May 28

Conflict over Taiwan could risk US-China nuclear crisis, major study warns

Assessment by International Institute for Strategic Studies warns world is on cusp of new nuclear arms race

The Independent UK · May 28

US-China conflict over Taiwan risks a nuclear escalation, study finds

A new report from the International Institute for Strategic Studies warns that Asia is at the center of escalating nuclear rivalries, with a U.S.-China conflict over Taiwan risking nuclear escalation. The assessment highlights a lack of "guard rails" between the two superpowers, increasing the danger of unchecked conflict and a…

The Economic Times · May 28

Taiwan says US has no timetable for chip tariffs, preferential terms already agreed

Taiwan has secured preferential treatment for its semiconductor exports under a January trade deal with the US, ensuring favourable terms should future Section 232 tariffs be imposed. While the US has indicated potential tariffs on chips, no concrete timeline exists, according to Taiwan's vice premier.

The Economic Times · May 28