Taiwan's army is carrying out a live-fire drill in the central city of Taichung on Thursday, as part of a major military exercise against the backdrop of rising tensions with China across the strait ... ( read original story ...)
How Taiwan beat the coronavirus
Travel and quarantine When Catherine Chou arrived in Taipei after flying from Los Angeles, authorities told her she would need to quarantine for two weeks. For Chou, a citizen, that meant booking ... ( read original story ...)
Ko dismisses complaints by his ex-photographer
Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je (柯文哲) yesterday dismissed complaints by his former photographer about low pay and long working hours, saying that it was volunteer work. Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan-EU Disagreement Reflects ‘Mess’ in Reopening Borders after COVID-19
Analysts say a dispute between Taiwan and the European Union for its ban on Taiwanese travelers may typify future diplomatic squabbles among governments around the world as they seek consensus on ... ( read original story ...)
WeMo, one of Taiwan’s biggest scooter-sharing platforms, gears up for international expansion
Scooters, a common sight on the streets of Taiwan, give commuters an alternative to cars in the country’s densely-populated cities. Gogoro is probably best-known internationally for its electric ... ( read original story ...)
Amid Hong Kong convulsion, Taiwan pitches investors its democracy
Amid political turmoil in financial hub Hong Kong, Taiwan is pitching investors its democracy, rule of law and high quality of life as the island aims to draw more foreign money and talent, Taiwan's ... ( read original story ...)
China Threatens to Sanction Lockheed Martin Over Taiwan Arms Deal
China said it plans to sanction Lockheed Martin over its role in a $620 million U.S. arms package for Taiwan, Beijing’s latest retaliatory gesture amid growing pressure from Washington. ( read original story ...)
China Retaliates Against Lockheed Martin on Taiwan Part Sale
China will impose unspecified sanctions on defense contractor Lockheed Martin Corp. after the U.S. approved a possible $620 million deal to supply missile parts to Taiwan, the latest in a series of ... ( read original story ...)
Local activists, FG LA continue to clash over resin plant project
In December 2019, two environmental activists, Anne Rolfes and Kate McIntosh, left containers of plastic pellets, or nurdles, collected from waterways and a note explaining what was in the containers ... ( read original story ...)
China Theatens to Sanction Lockheed Martin Over Taiwan Arms Deal
China said it plans to sanction Lockheed Martin over its role in a $620 million U.S. arms package for Taiwan, Beijing’s latest retaliatory gesture amid mounting pressure from Washington. ( read original story ...)
China To Hit Lockheed Martin With Sanctions Over Taiwan Deal
China said Tuesday it would impose sanctions on US defence group Lockheed Martin, days after the United States approved a potential $620 million upgrade package for missiles to Taiwan -- fuelling ... ( read original story ...)
China Slaps Sanctions On Lockheed Martin Over Taiwan Deal
The possible foreign military sale involves Patriot Advanced Capability-3 missiles, and would be the island's latest purchase from the US to boost its defence capabilities as China grows in strength. ( read original story ...)
China will sanction Lockheed Martin over arms sales to Taiwan
China said on Tuesday it would place sanctions on Lockheed Martin for its involvement in arms sales to Taiwan, a move that could further escalate tensions between Beijing and Washington. ( read original story ...)
Beijing imposes sanctions on Lockheed Martin over Taiwan arms sales
China will impose sanctions on American weapons manufacturer Lockheed Martin in retaliation for US approval of a deal to sell Taiwan missile parts, the country’s foreign ministry said on Tuesday. ( read original story ...)
More fighting as Taiwan opposition again occupies parliament
Reuters/Ben Blanchard Lawmakers from the main opposition Kuomintang (KMT) party occupy the parliament to protest against the nomination of a close aide to the Presi ... ( read original story ...)
China to Impose Sanctions on Lockheed Martin on Taiwan Sale
China said it would impose sanctions on Lockheed Martin Corp. in response to U.S. approval of a possible deal for Taiwan to buy parts to refurbish defensive missiles built by the company. ( read original story ...)