With the support of the U.S. administration seen as iffy, Taipei officials try to diversify their roster or weapons suppliers.
Trump halts aid to Taiwan in bid to reach deal with China – WP
US President Donald Trump this summer blocked a military aid package worth more than USD 400 million to Taiwan, The Washington Post reported. The decision is ...
Busan: Cutting Edge Films Partners With Top French Colorist Yov Moor
The Taipei-based post house, behind recent festival standouts from Jia Zhangke and Guan Hu, adds acclaimed grader Yov Moor as it expands its global footprint.
Trump Declined Taiwan Military Aid While Negotiating China Trade Deal: Report
The decision would mark a sharp departure from US policy toward the democratic island, which faces a constant threat of invasion by China.
Trump declines approval of Taiwan military aid package: Report
A White House official told the Washington Post that the aid package decision was not yet final. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Apple’s iPhone 17 series launches in Taiwan
Apple Inc's iPhone 17 series today went on sale in Taiwan, with local carriers offering early bird incentives and some enthusiasts lining up days in advance.
China’s defense minister renews threats to take over Taiwan as he opens security forum
China’s defense minister renewed threats that his country would take over self-ruled Taiwan as he opened a security forum in Beijing on Thursday. The “restoration” of Taiwan to China “is an integral ...
Trump nixed $400 million in Taiwan military aid, pushing future arms sales
President Trump declined to approve more than $400M in military aid to Taiwan this summer, favoring future arms sales to the self-governing island China claims.
Advanced Indigenous, International Arms on Show at Taipei Defense Expo
Taipei kicks off one of Taiwan’s top defense expos, showcasing advanced homegrown weapons and new global partnerships. The highlight this year is a locally developed anti-ballistic missile system.
China’s defense minister renews threats to take over Taiwan
China’s defense minister renews threats of his country’s takeover of self-ruled Taiwan as he opens a security forum in Beijing on Thursday.
Taipei Civic Plaza to undergo renovation
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — The Taipei City Government’s plan to renovate Taipei Civic Plaza into an “urban forest park” was approved by the urban design review committee on Thursday, per CNA.
Taiwan unveils first missile jointly developed with American arms company
Taiwan has unveiled a prototype cruise missile, developed jointly with a US arms maker and set to be manufactured on the island, as it tries to build up its weapons industry to deter any possible ...
LIHI launches first international certification review with Taiwan’s Ma’an hydropower project
The Low Impact Hydropower Institute (LIHI) has begun reviewing the Ma’an Hydropower Plant in Taichung City, Taiwan ...
Taiwan’s spending bonanza draws more foreign firms to its largest arms show
Taiwan opened its largest arms fair on Thursday, with about double its previous number of exhibitors, as firms flock for a slice of the island's increased defence spending at a time when it is looking ...
Wheat Futures Edge Higher After Taiwan Makes US Purchase Pledge
Wheat futures rebounded from a slump the prior session, following the signing of a letter of intent in which a Taiwan group pledged to buy 3.6 million tons of the grain from the US over the next three ...
Taipei’s Gongguan Roundabout demolition starts Saturday
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Taipei will begin dismantling the Gongguan Roundabout on Saturday, with Mayor Chiang Wan-an (蔣萬安) pledging to boost police presence during rush hours to help commuters.