So-called 'English teachers' at Taiwan's big war games are an open secret — US military help is getting harder to hide

Business Insider | 26-08-2026 07:14am |

Taiwan's annual military exercises, designed to simulate a Chinese invasion, have reportedly included the presence of over 100 U.S. military advisors and trainers. These individuals are often referred to as 'English teachers' to maintain an appearance of non-involvement. The presence of U.S. personnel is an open secret, reflecting the deepening military cooperation between Taiwan and the United States.

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