In his first one-on-one interview with U.S. media, China's new ambassador Qin Gang accused Taiwan of "walking down the road to independence," which will most likely lead to "conflict" between the U.S. ( read original story ...)
6G to be up to 100 times faster than 5G: MediaTek
The data transmission speed of 6G (sixth-generation wireless) networks is expected to be 10 to 100 times faster than 5G technology, MediaTek Inc (聯發科) said in a paper released on Jan. 18. 6G ... ( read original story ...)
Herstory: Filipinas outlast Chinese Taipei to seize historic Women’s World Cup berth
Olivia McDaniel made clutch plays for the Philippines in between the goal posts as she made three consecutive saves against Chinese Taipei. ( read original story ...)
AFC Women’s Asian Cup: Philippines beat Chinese Taipei to create history, move into semis for first time
Philippines advanced to the AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022 semi-finals, defeating Chinese Taipei 4-3 on penalties after their quarter-final ended 1-1 in extra time on Sunday. On a historic night for ... ( read original story ...)
China eyes ‘armed reunification’ with Taiwan by 2027: key academic
Xi has set Taiwan reunification as a goal but has not indicated a timeline. Jin said: "Once the National Congress of the Communist Party of China is over in the fall of 2022, the scenario of armed ... ( read original story ...)
My Lunar New Year Menu Brings a Taste of Taipei to My NYC Apartment
For as long as I can remember, the Lunar New Year has been the most important holiday of the year. Sure, you might say I’m biased because I’m from Taiwan. But it’s not just in my head: Billions of ... ( read original story ...)
Taipei’s democracy is under threat, says German lawmaker; urges navy ship to pass through Taiwan strait
Noting that Taiwan's democracy is under threat, a German lawmaker has said that Berlin's Navy ships should pass through Taiwan Strait to underline the significance of freedom of navigation. Germany's ... ( read original story ...)
Pelosi discusses security, China in virtual meet with Taiwanese Vice President Lai
US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi has discussed security and economic issues as well as China with Taiwanese Vice President Lai Ching-te during a ... ( read original story ...)
Beijing seals off more residential areas over Covid
Beijing officials said Sunday they sealed off several residential communities in the city’s northern district after two cases of Covid-19 were found. Residents in the Anzhenli neighborhood in Chaoyang ... ( read original story ...)
EU launches WTO case against China over Lithuania embargo, as row over Taiwan office continues
The European Union has launched a World Trade Organization (WTO) case against China, having completed its own investigation into Beijing’s alleged coercion of Lithuania. ( read original story ...)
China mega projects: 6 controversial infrastructure plans for the world’s No 2 economy
China has a host of mega infrastructure projects in the works, including a rail line between Tibet and Sichuan and, more controversially, an underwater tunnel planned between the mainland and Taiwan. ( read original story ...)
Facing Chinese pressure, Taiwan president pledges to ‘stride’ into the world
Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen thanked democratic nations for their support of the island in her Lunar New Year message on Sunday and pledged to "stride out" into the world, sounding a defiant note in ... ( read original story ...)
UPDATE 1-Taiwan VP meets U.S. house speaker as ends overseas trip
Taiwan Vice President William Lai wrapped up his visit to the United States and Honduras with a virtual meeting with U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi, in a further show of support ... ( read original story ...)
PH female booters to chase historic World Cup berth vs. Chinese Taipei
The Philippine women's football team is all set to play their most crucial game in history as they chase for the country's first World Cup berth against Chinese Taipei tonight. ( read original story ...)
Filipina booters seek semis spot, World Cup berth vs Chinese Taipei
The Philippine women’s football team aims for a historic World Cup berth on top of an Asian Cup semis seat against Chinese Taipei ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan VP, in U.S., repeats accusation China blocked vaccine access
Taiwan Vice President William Lai used his final day in the United States to repeat an accusation that China blocked the island from obtaining COVID-19 vaccines last year, and to thank a U.S. lawmaker ... ( read original story ...)