European lawmakers call out Trump’s ‘unnecessary bluster and unrealistic demands’ from Taiwan in the face of Chinese aggression
Typhoon headed to Taiwan injures dozens, with thousands evacuated
An approaching typhoon bringing strong winds and torrential rainfall to Taiwan killed one person and injured dozens of others over the past few days and led to the evacuation of thousands from ...
Taiwan optical fiber company registers $70-M Batangas project with PEZA
A TAIWAN manufacturer of optical communication products has registered a $70-million project in Batangas with the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA). In a statement on Wednesday, PEZA said ...
Former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je Refuses Questioning Over Alleged Corruption – TaiwanPlus News
Embattled former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je says no to a fifth round of questioning over alleged corruption during his time in office.
Taiwan fights for its sovereignty: Taipei rejects claims it’s part of China’s territory
As Taiwan prepares for its own national day, it's bracing for another possible show of force from China, with large-scale military exercises
Taiwan Closes Schools and Workplaces as Typhoon Krathon Nears
The storm has already injured 46 people and forced thousands of evacuations, the authorities said, warning that torrential rain could cause landslides and flooding.
Ex-chairman of Taiwan’s Far Eastern gets 14 years for fraud
The former chairman of defunct Far Eastern Air Transport ( Taipei Sung Shan) was sentenced to 14 years imprisonment by the Taipei District Court on September 30, 2024. The court found Zhang Gangwei ...
Taiwanese food stall Both Street teams up with Check In Taipei to release an exclusive menu
Earlier this year, Taiwanese gua bao food stall Both Street left local foodies distraught when they announced their closure. Well, you’ll be happy to know that they’ve teamed up with fellow Taiwanese ...
Beijing slams US’ $567 million pledge for Taiwan’s defense
The Biden administration approved a $567 million defense package for Taiwan, continuing U.S. support for the island in the face of increased pressure from China. This marks a significant step in bolstering Taiwan’s military readiness as Beijing escalates its military activities in the region.
Taiwan on alert over ‘multiple waves’ of missile firings in inland China
Taiwan's forces are ‘continuously monitoring relevant developments, and air defense forces have maintained a high level of vigilance and strengthened their alert,’ the island’s defense ministry said
Seagrass Community Project Takes Root in Taiwan’s Outlying Penghu Islands – TaiwanPlus News
Marine scientists are teaming up with local communities in Penghu to revive seagrass populations lost due to the impact of undersea excavation projects. There's hope that restoring marine plants will ...
Ex-FAT boss sentenced to 14 years for embezzlement
The Taipei District Court on Monday sentenced Chang Kang-wei (張綱維), former chairman of the now-defunct Far Eastern Air Transport Corp (FAT, 遠東航空), to 14 years in prison after finding him guilty of ...
Taiwan shuts schools and offices ahead of likely direct hit from powerful typhoon
Taiwan closed schools and offices and evacuated hundreds from vulnerable areas around the island ahead of a strong typhoon expected to hit its populated western coast.
Taiwan Braces for Typhoon Krathon: Evacuations and Closures in Effect
Taiwan is preparing for the impact of Typhoon Krathon by closing schools and offices, evacuating hundreds, and mobilizing troops. The typhoon, with winds of up to 198 kph, is expected to hit the ...
Typhoon Krathon Shuts Taiwan’s $2.5 Trillion Stock Market
Taiwan will close its $2.5 trillion stock market as Super Typhoon Krathon approaches the island with strong winds and heavy rain.
KMT Taipei City councilor freed on bail in surveillance system scandal
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) – Taipei City Councilor Chen Chung-wen (陳重文) was freed on bail of NT$8 million (US$251,000) Tuesday (Oct. 1) after being charged in a kickback scandal involving a cloud-based ...