Taiwan says capable of strike against China

Taiwan said for the first time publicly that it is capable of launching missiles at China, as the government on Thursday unveiled a major defence report warning of increased risk of Chinese invasion. China still sees Taiwan as part of its territory to be ... ( read original story ...)

Taiwan Plans Military Spending Increase to Counter Rising China

Taiwan plans to raise its defense spending next year in an attempt to offset China’s growing military might. Defense spending is targeted to rise to 3 percent of gross domestic product in 2018, up from about 2 percent this year, Minister of National ... ( read original story ...)

Taiwan Military to Upgrade Fighters, Seek Stealth Capability

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan says it is planning to upgrade its F-16 fighter jets and will seek cutting-edge stealth aircraft from the United States in the face of a growing military threat from rival China. Thursday's announcement follows the release of this ... ( read original story ...)

Taiwan’s Ex-President Ma Ying-jeou Indicted in Wiretapping Case

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Prosecutors in Taiwan announced on Tuesday that the island’s former president Ma Ying-jeou had been indicted over the handling of classified information in a 2013 wiretapping case. If convicted, Mr. Ma faces a maximum of three years in ... ( read original story ...)

China says Taiwan tensions affecting some imports

BEIJING Political tension between China and Taiwan has affected cooperation on safety standards leading to a large number of cosmetic and food imports being stopped from entering China, the head of China's quality watchdog said on Tuesday. China deems ... ( read original story ...)

Taiwan Leaks Case Makes Ma Third Straight President Prosecuted

Ex-Taiwanese President Ma Ying-jeou expressed confidence he would be exonerated after Taipei prosecutors indicted him over allegedly leaking details of a criminal investigation while still in office. Ma, 66, was hit with three criminal counts Tuesday ... ( read original story ...)

Ex-Taiwan President Ma Ying-Jeou Indicted Over Secrets Leak

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan's China-friendly ex-president Ma Ying-jeou has been indicted over the leaking of classified information involving suspected influence peddling by a powerful opposition lawmaker. The Taipei District Public Prosecutor's Office found ... ( read original story ...)

3 chic city apartments that you cannot miss!

Based in Taipei, Taiwan, the creative team at JENG SHIHCHIEH DESIGN prove they can tackle any project, from renovation to interior design, and even furniture design. A principle aim of theirs is to find the perfect balance between aesthetics and ... ( read original story ...)