Taiwan's Expanding Missile Shield Signals a New Phase in Deterring China

Taipei is reshaping deterrence through missile power. Latest Taiwan defense news: Taiwan is expanding its anti-ship missile arsenal to counter China's growing military pressure while advancing broader defense strategy 2026. Taiwan's decision to dramatically expand its anti-ship missile inventory marks one of the most consequential military developments in the Indo-Pacific this year. According to recent assessments, Taipei aims to field more than 1,800 anti-ship missiles by early 2029, creating a dense maritime strike network designed…