Taiwanese Defense Ministry says that Taiwan has spotted two Chinese warships operating in waters near the Penghu Islands and has sent its own naval and air forces to keep watch

The sighting of Chinese warships near the Penghu Islands escalates tensions in the Taiwan Strait, indicating a potential military maneuver by China.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 28 Apr 2026, 00:10 UTCOn the live feed at 23:50 UTC — 3 more headlines followed before this page went public

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This development is likely to raise concerns in regional markets, particularly in sectors sensitive to geopolitical risks, such as defense and shipping. Traders should monitor for further military activity or responses from other nations, which could impact asset prices and risk sentiment.

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