Having embarked on a program to develop indigenous submarines, the government of Taiwan is seeking to develop a new generation of submarines to replace its aging Chien Lung-class that has been in ... ( read original story ...)
China says not putting pressure on Taiwan’s last Africa ally
BEIJING (Reuters) - China is not putting any pressure on self-ruled Taiwan’s last diplomatic ally in Africa, the Kingdom of eSwatini, to switch to Beijing, but believes it is just a matter of time bef... ( read original story ...)
Taipei Mayor takes official vehicle to work after being harassed by pro-independent extremist
Taipei, Aug. 30 – Recently Taipei mayor Ko Wen-je (柯文哲) is frequently harassed by members of Taiwan Nation, an organization that demands Taiwan Independence, asking him his political stance on recent ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan’s last African ally holds out despite overtures by China
MBABANE (Reuters) - While China meets African leaders at a major summit in Beijing next week, the king of eSwatini, self-ruled Taiwan’s last remaining ally on the continent, will be hosting thousands ... ( read original story ...)
Gua bao: Taiwan’s ‘hamburger’ is taking over the world
It's a typical Thursday evening in Lan Jia Gua Bao, a small no-frills eatery in Taipei's Gongguan district, and a line stretches out of the door. Inside, a server refills two steaming baskets with the ... ( read original story ...)
United Airlines made a tiny concession to recognize Taiwan, and China is furious
China forced dozens of airlines to remove their references to Taiwan as an independent nation earlier this year. United Airlines complied with the request, but recently made a small concession to reco... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan _ by whatever name _ still winning at Asian Games
JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Imagine if the United States could not compete under its real name at the Olympics. Or Japan, or Spain or India. That's the reality for Taiwan, which is also formally known a... ( read original story ...)
Ikea is the latest big brand to feel the heat in China over Taiwan
Ikea is coming under fire in China for how it describes Taiwan, making it the latest in a string of global brands that have fallen foul of Beijing's political sensitivities. The Swedish furniture ... ( read original story ...)
Two men arrested in connection to death of Canadian expat in Taiwan
VANCOUVER—Two men have been arrested in connection with the murder and dismemberment of Canadian expat Ramgahan Sanjay Ryan in Taipei, Taiwan. Ewart Odane Bent, who is reportedly American, and Taiwane... ( read original story ...)
American and Canadian suspects in custody following murder of Canadian expat in Taiwan
VANCOUVER—Two men have been arrested in connection with the murder and dismemberment of Canadian expat Ramgahan Sanjay Ryan in Taipei, Taiwan. Ewart Odane Bent, who is reportedly American, and Taiwane... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan’s last Africa ally tells China ‘no desire’ to switch ties
BEIJING/MBABANE (Reuters) - Taiwan's last diplomatic ally in Africa, the Kingdom of eSwatini, said on Wednesday it had no intention of switching ties to China, after a Chinese diplomat said he expecte... ( read original story ...)
Taipei 101: Exploring one of the tallest buildings in the world
For six years it was the tallest building in the world, and today it stands as an iconic symbol of Taiwan. Not only is it known for its unique design and incredible New Year's Eve fireworks display, t... ( read original story ...)
Canadian teaching English in Taipei found dismembered
New Taipei City police found Ryan Ramgahan's torso in a river embankment, then minutes later located his severed head, one arm and one leg in three plastic bags nearby Months after his wife drowned in ... ( read original story ...)
‘I don’t think I could envision him without a smile’: Canadian teaching English in Taipei found dismembered
Months after his wife drowned in front of his eyes, Ryan Ramgahan was still posting uncaptioned photos of some of their fondest memories on Facebook. Ramgahan and his wife, Cat Yen, were on a small in... ( read original story ...)
‘I don’t think I could envision him without a smile’: Canadian teaching English in Taipei found headless and limbless
Months after his wife drowned in front of his eyes, Ryan Ramgahan was still posting uncaptioned photos of some of their fondest memories on Facebook. Ramgahan and his wife, Cat Yen, were on a small in... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan expresses thanks for U.S. criticism of El Salvador
TAIPEI (Reuters) - Taiwan’s presidential office expressed thanks to the United States on Friday for “speaking out for justice” after the White House attacked El Salvador’s decision to ditch diplomatic ... ( read original story ...)