As Ukraine prepares for a second round of negotiations with Russia, it has launched the meticulously planned 'Spider Web Operation' after over 18 months of preparation, successfully surprising the Russian military and causing losses estimated at $70 billion, termed by some as a 'Russian Pearl Harbor incident.' Targets included airbases located as far away as 4,780 kilometers from Ukraine, severely impacting Russia's image.

In South Korea, the presidential election is in its final stages with candidate Lee Jae-myung, marked by his ‘pro-China’ stance, drawing significant attention. Strategic shifts suggest US military presence might be redirected from South Korea to Taiwan, raising tensions in the Indo-Pacific region.

Moreover, New Taipei City Councilor Lin Bingyou highlights the importance of addressing the recent incidents involving Chinese smuggling boats, warning of their implications on Taiwan's defense capabilities while stressing the need for preemptive planning for military sales training programs.