The Republican presidential candidate is campaigning on isolationist policies and is questioning the US' alliance with Taiwan.
Lai’s Paraguay trip shows Taipei’s embrace of diplomatic partners
The visit has also reignited a hotly debated topic in Taiwan — whether the struggle with China over diplomatic recognition is still worth it.
Taiwan Changes Law in Swift Response to Netflix-Inspired #MeToo Wave
Taiwan’s president signed a trio of legal amendments confirming the island’s status as one of Asia’s nimblest democracies ahead of a tightly scrutinized election early next year.
China’s defense minister warns against ‘playing with fire’ on Taiwan during Russia meeting
China’s defense minister Li Shangfu on Tuesday warned against “playing with fire” when it comes to Taiwan in a veiled jab at the United States as he addressed a security conference in Russia.
Can Taiwan’s Next Leader Keep the Peace?
One important reason tensions haven’t already escalated is Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen, who’s provided a steady hand through trying events. But with her second and final term ending next year, Taiwan must elect its next leader.
Former Tainan official given eight years for fraud, corruption
The Tainan District Court on Wednesday sentenced former Tainan Economic Development Bureau director-general Chen Kai-ling (陳凱凌) to eight years in prison and deprived his civil rights for five years on ...
Veterinarian probed over death from unauthorized anesthesia
A vet surnamed Wang (王) said they would make the dog “comfortable and well-behaved” while drawing blood, she said. Shortly afterward, Micky went into shock and died, Chang said, adding that she later ...
Starlux Launches Third Philippines Route From Taipei
STARLUX Airlines launched its new Taipei-Clark route this week, which will be served with a daily flight. Clark becomes the third Philippines destination in the airline's network, ...
UK quantum encryption startup explores opportunities in Taiwan, collaborating with RISC-V vendor Andes Technology
UK-based startup Crypto Quantique specializes in quantum encryption technology and focuses on the semiconductor and Internet of things (IoT) industries. It has recently shown interest in expanding ...
Taiwan Bourse May See Renewed Consolidation On Wednesday
The Taiwan stock market on Tuesday wrote a finish to the five-day losing streak in which it had plunged more than 740 points or 4.5 ...
New Paraguay president stresses South American country’s ties with Taiwan at swearing-in ceremony
President Santiago Peña said Paraguay and Taiwan are "not just allies, but also brothers" when he was sworn in as the South American country's new president on Tuesday ...
GOP presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy says China can have Taiwan after 2028 if he is elected
Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy said China could invade Taiwan without major consequences from the U.S. once he has hypothetically attained the nation’s “semiconductor independence” ...
Paraguay President affirms Taiwan support
President Santiago Peña said Paraguay and Taiwan are “not just allies, but also brothers” when he was sworn in as the South American country’s new president. (August 15) (AP video/Emilio Sanabria) ...
Taiwan sees no Chinese military response to VP’s US trip
Taiwan's defence ministry said on Tuesday it has not seen large-scale exercises or any other action by the Chinese military near the island after China condemned a brief U.S. visit by Taiwan Vice ...
Unveiling Tomorrow’s Sustainable Products: Taiwan Excellence Pop-Up Experience
Taiwan Excellence hopes to change the way that you think about sustainability. That’s why they’re presenting “Sustaining Sustainability,” a pop-up event that showcases eco-conscious technology and ...
Mainland China’s sorties around Taiwan force island to push military fuel budget up 55 per cent to US$344 million
Taipei's defence ministry announces 55 per cent budget increase in fuel cost to meet challenges from Beijing's military operations around island Island monitors PLA activity through intelligence ...