Taiwan Monitors Chinese Aircraft Carrier Group

Taiwan's defense ministry reported the sighting of a Chinese aircraft carrier group, led by the Liaoning, sailing near its east coast towards Japan's Yonaguni, as Beijing continues military exercises around Taiwan to assert its sovereignty claims. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Palusan, the 14th named storm of the Pacific season, is expected to track north of Taiwan later this week, potentially affecting northern and western regions with rain and coastal hazards. Although meteorologists predict Palusan's intensity will remain mild, its path could shift southward, necessitating vigilance from residents. The Central Weather Administration noted that while Palusan is not projected to directly impact Taiwan, it could bring increased moisture and localized rainfall. This follows the recent passage of Typhoon Bebinca, which made landfall in Shanghai after impacting Okinawa. Authorities are continuing to monitor both the storm's trajectory and the ongoing military movements in the region.