Chinese embassy spokesman Liu Pengyu said on Saturday China was "firmly opposed" to the sales, which "severely jeopardise China-US relations and peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait," and ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Thanks US For Approving Arms Package For Taipei Amid China’s Military Threats
The arms package includes 60 Harpoon anti-ship missiles, as well as 100 Sidewinder missiles for warplanes which were approved by the State Department. ( read original story ...)
China’s four warplanes, five naval ships cross Taiwan Strait median line as tensions with Taipei simmer
Navy ships, and air defence missile systems to monitor and respond to the Chinese activities, while also issuing radio warnings. ( read original story ...)
China Sends 4 Warplanes, 5 Naval Ships Across Taiwan Strait After US Arms Deal With Taipei
Tensions between Taiwan and China continue to escalate as Beijing has again sent at least four aircraft and five warships to conduct military drills. ( read original story ...)
South-east Asia warily navigates rising US-China tensions over Taiwan
We’ll send you a myFT Daily Digest email rounding up the latest Taiwan news every morning. A statement by Philippine president Ferdinand Marcos Jr in response to escalating tensions over Taiwan last ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Parliament Group Calls For Dalai Lama’s Visit To Taipei
Taiwan Parliament Group along with other rights groups has called for the Dalai Lama's visit to Taipei over the human rights situation in Tibet. ( read original story ...)
Chen Shih-chung promises bidets in Taipei restrooms
A mayoral campaign video promising to install bidet toilet seats in Taipei public restrooms was taken down yesterday after the proposal by former minister of health and welfare Chen Shih-chung (陳時中), ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan sees danger that China will blockade food imports to starve island
A recent Chinese Communist military exercise around Taiwan has raised the specter of a blockade to subjugate the island democracy through starvation and the loss of other vital resources. ( read original story ...)
China lashes out as US agrees $1.1 billion arms with Taiwan
Tensions between the United States and China have escalated after the Biden administration sold $1.1 billion (£955m) worth of arms to Taiwan. The sale includes $355million (£308m) for Harpoon ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan’s tech billionaire plans to train 3 million ‘black bear warriors’ to combat China
A Taiwanese tech tycoon plans to defend against possible "Chinese invasion" by training three million "black bear warriors." ... ( read original story ...)
US unveils $1bn weapons package for Taiwan
The US plans to sell Taiwan $1.1bn in weapons, including 60 Harpoon anti-ship missiles, as Washington steps up efforts to bolster the country’s defences as it comes under increasing military pressure ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan’s Human Rights Group Urges Dalai Lama To Visit Taipei During Tibet Democracy Day
Taiwan Parliament Group, together with other rights organisations, has asked for the Dalai Lama to visit Taipei to discuss the human rights situation in Tibet. ( read original story ...)
Google’s foldable smartphone will compete with Samsung, to be launched in 2023
The Google foldable phones have been awaited for many years, but its complex technology and the popularity of Samsung have since delayed the plan. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan, Digital Technology, and Democracy
Digital technology provides a tool to connect people and support democracy, and it is up to us how to design and use it. In this session, Audrey Tang, Digital Minister of Taiwan, talked about digital ... ( read original story ...)
US agrees to sell $1.1bn in arms to Taiwan, angering China
The US is selling high-tech military equipment worth $1.1bn (£960m), including anti-ship and air-to-air missiles, to Taiwan amid the ongoing strife with China in a move that has invited a stern ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan calls for Dalai Lama’s visit to Taipei during celebrations of Tibet Democracy Day
Celebrating the 62nd anniversary of Tibetan Democracy Day, the Taiwan Parliament held a commemorative event concerned with the development of human rights. ( read original story ...)