Overall Highlights

• Tensions between China and Taiwan are escalating, with China warning against foreign interference.
• Taiwan plans to significantly increase its defense budget amid threats from China.
• China is applying pressure on Japan over its defense policies and relations with Taiwan, which is viewed as a familiar tactic.
• The U.S. is closely monitoring the situation, with implications for its alliances in the region, particularly with Japan and Taiwan.
• China’s defense industry is seeing growth opportunities due to rising regional conflicts.

United States Perspective (United States Sources)

• China has issued a strong warning to foreign nations against interfering in Taiwan’s affairs, indicating a hardline stance on sovereignty issues.
• Taiwan’s government is committing an additional $40 billion to its defense budget to counter perceived threats from China, reflecting a significant military buildup.
• The U.S. is concerned about China’s assertiveness in the region and its implications for U.S. allies, particularly Japan, which is facing pressure from China.
• Analysts suggest that President Xi may seek U.S. intervention to moderate Japan’s actions against China, highlighting the complex geopolitical dynamics.

China Perspective (China Sources)

• China’s government emphasizes its commitment to sovereignty over Taiwan and warns against foreign interference, framing it as a national security issue.
• Chinese analysts describe Taiwan’s request to join AUKUS as opportunistic, criticizing it as a move that undermines regional stability.
• China’s defense sector is reportedly thriving amid increasing tensions, with private companies finding new opportunities in the context of regional conflicts.
• China is wary of Japan’s military advancements, particularly in submarine and missile capabilities, viewing them as a direct threat to its national security.

Sources

This summary is based on 20 articles from the following sources:

1. [en-US] China warns it will ‘crush’ foreign efforts to interfere over Taiwan - The Economic Times (11/26/2025)
2. [en-US] Japan blasted for defending PM’s remarks - chinadailyasia.com (11/26/2025)
3. [en-US] Chinese President Xi may want US counterpart Trump to rein in Japan in spat with China, say analysts - Asia News Network (11/26/2025)
4. [en-US] Taiwan’s Lai Vows Extra $40 Billion for Defense Against China - Bloomberg.com (11/26/2025)
5. [en-US] Taiwan president says he will propose extra $40 billion in defence spending - Reuters (11/26/2025)
6. [en-US] China orders extension of Japan flights reduction - report - ch-aviation (11/26/2025)
7. [en-US] Xi STUNNED As Taiwan Declares ‘No Return To China’; Japan ‘SCHOOLS’ Beijing | Big War Looms? - The Times of India (11/26/2025)
8. [en-US] China’s pressure on Japan is a familiar tactic that could last for some time - Temple Daily Telegram (11/26/2025)
9. [en-US] China’s pressure on Japan is a familiar tactic that could last for some time - AP News (11/26/2025)
10. [en-US] China’s pressure on Japan is a familiar tactic that could last for some time - The Independent (11/26/2025)
11. [en-US] China’s private defence companies see opportunities amid growing conflicts - South China Morning Post (11/26/2025)
12. [en-US] Why China’s space sector is grabbing attention – including from Elon Musk - South China Morning Post (11/26/2025)
13. [en-US] Asking to join AUKUS an opportunist move by the island of Taiwan - Global Times (11/25/2025)
14. [en-US] Ukraine agrees to peace deal with ‘minor details’ to be resolved: media - Global Times (11/25/2025)
15. [en-US] Trump eyes possible Xi reunion at Apec as diplomacy shifts into high gear - South China Morning Post (11/25/2025)
16. [en-US] Trump’s calls with Xi and Takaichi hint he won’t let Taiwan derail Beijing ties - South China Morning Post (11/25/2025)
17. [en-US] Trump calls Takaichi after Xi, China’s cruise dominance: SCMP daily highlights - South China Morning Post (11/25/2025)
18. [en-US] Philippine military says ‘no junta’ in its ranks, warns against destabilisation - South China Morning Post (11/25/2025)
19. [en-US] Why China’s PLA is wary of Japanese submarine and missile strengths - South China Morning Post (11/25/2025)
20. [en-US] UBTech humanoid robots to patrol China-Vietnam border crossings - South China Morning Post (11/25/2025)