The U.S. State Department has approved the possible sale of tanks, Stinger missiles and other armaments to Taiwan, a decision certain to irritate China, which regards Taiwan as part of its territory. ... ( read original story ...)
US State Department approves possible $2.2 billion arms sale to Taiwan in a move that will likely anger China
An image of a chain link. It symobilizes a website link url. An envelope. It indicates the ability to send an email. A stylized bird with an open mouth, tweeting. The word "in". A stylized letter F. ... ( read original story ...)
US approves major arms sale to Taiwan amid trade tensions with Beijing
(CNN)The Trump Administration has approved selling Abrams tanks and Stinger missiles to Taiwan, a major potential arms sale that is bound to irk Beijing and comes as the administration seeks to ... ( read original story ...)
U.S. State Department proposes $2B sale of arms to Taiwan, despite protests from China
WASHINGTON -- The U.S. State Department is proposing the sale of $2.2 billion in arms to Taiwan, including 108 Abrams tanks and 250 Stinger surface-to-air missiles, sidestepping protests from China. ... ( read original story ...)
U.S. State Department approves possible $2.2 billion arms sale to Taiwan
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. State Department has approved the possible sale to Taiwan of M1A2T Abrams tanks, Stinger missiles and related equipment at an estimated value of $2.2 billion, the ... ( read original story ...)
UPDATE 1-Taiwan exports post surprise growth as trade war pushes production home
* July exports to be in range of +1% to -1% y/y - ministry (Adds quotes, details) TAIPEI, July 8 (Reuters) - Taiwan’s exports unexpectedly grew for the first time in eight months in June, as strong ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan’s Status is a Geopolitical Absurdity
TAIPEI—After nine years of construction, more than 400 American diplomats and staff have moved into new offices here, a $250 million compound built into a lush hill with security provided by marines. ... ( read original story ...)
Taipei’s ‘nonconformist’ mayor Ko Wen-je tries to paint himself as person Beijing can trust despite past stance on independence
Taipei’s mayor Ko Wen-je, a possible presidential candidate, has presented himself as someone Beijing can trust by offering himself as an alternative to traditional mainland-friendly politicians. The ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan’s marriage law brings frustration and hope for LGBT China
A man gets ready for a party at Shanghai Pride this month. Photograph: Aly Song/Reuters It was a landmark moment for LGBT rights. When Taiwan passed a law allowing same-sex couples to marry, crowds in ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan team help in Majerhat imbroglio
Wiecon representatives, led by structural engineer Jason Chang from New Taipei City, noted the defects that ... the Majerhat bridge reconstruction project, and engineers of the Haryana-based ... ( read original story ...)
David J. Bercuson: Despite China’s might, Taiwan would fight to be free
On a recent Taiwan government-sponsored visit to the small island nation off the coast of the People’s Republic of China, it quickly became apparent to me that the 23 million people living there ... ( read original story ...)
Sanying MRT line in New Taipei 32% completed: DRTS
Taipei, July 4 (CNA ... In the second phase of the project, the line will be extended to Bade District in Taoyuan, connecting with the city's Green MRT line, the Taoyuan Airport MRT, Bannan ... ( read original story ...)
Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je heads to Shanghai to test waters for presidential bid
Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je is heading for Shanghai on Wednesday in a three-day visit which will be closely watched by political and social observers on the self-ruled island. Ko, widely regarded as a wild ... ( read original story ...)
Taipei Fringe Festival to stage over 500 performances
Taipei, July 2 (CNA) The annual Taipei Fringe Festival (TFF) will stage over 500 performances this year at numerous venues around Taiwan's capital, the organizers said Tuesday. The festival, now ... ( read original story ...)
Taipei mayor upset at newspaper for ‘concocting fake news’
Taipei, July 3 (CNA) Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je (柯文哲) on Wednesday criticized a pro-independence newspaper for "concocting fake news" related to his upcoming trip to China and said he was ... ( read original story ...)
Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je heads to Shanghai to shore up presidential election hopes
Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je is heading for Shanghai on Wednesday in a three-day visit which will be closely watched by political and social observers on the self-ruled island. Ko, widely regarded as a wild ... ( read original story ...)