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Taiwan’s president signed a trio of legal amendments confirming the island’s status as one of Asia’s nimblest democracies ahead of a tightly scrutinized election early next year.

China’s defense minister Li Shangfu on Tuesday warned against “playing with fire” when it comes to Taiwan in a veiled jab at the United States as he addressed a security conference in Russia.

One important reason tensions haven’t already escalated is Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen, who’s provided a steady hand through trying events. But with her second and final term ending next year, Taiwan must elect its next leader.

STARLUX Airlines launched its new Taipei-Clark route this week, which will be served with a daily flight. Clark becomes the third Philippines destination in the airline's network, ...

Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy said China could invade Taiwan without major consequences from the U.S. once he has hypothetically attained the nation’s “semiconductor independence” ...

President Santiago Peña said Paraguay and Taiwan are “not just allies, but also brothers” when he was sworn in as the South American country’s new president. (August 15) (AP video/Emilio Sanabria) ...

Taiwan's defence ministry said on Tuesday it has not seen large-scale exercises or any other action by the Chinese military near the island after China condemned a brief U.S. visit by Taiwan Vice ...

Taiwan Excellence hopes to change the way that you think about sustainability. That’s why they’re presenting “Sustaining Sustainability,” a pop-up event that showcases eco-conscious technology and ...

Taipei Blockchain Week returns for its second year, following an immensely successful inaugural launch that saw over 2,000 attendees from all corners of the globe ...

"Any military conflict in the Taiwan Strait would inevitably affect the Philippines given the geographic proximity of Taiwan to the Philippine archipelago and the presence of over 150,000 Filipinos in Taiwan," the government said in the document. The Philippines' northernmost islands are 190 km (118 miles) away from Taiwan.

Taiwan's defence ministry said on Tuesday it has not seen large-scale drills or actions by the Chinese military near the island so far after China condemned a brief U.S. visit by Taiwan Vice President William Lai.

Taiwan will never back down in the face of growing threats from China, the island’s vice president and presidential hopeful said Sunday during a transit through the United States, defying Beijing’s condemnation of his trip.

Taiwan is one of the most prosperous places in the world. Its semiconductor industry produces 90% of the most advanced chips, making it integral to the global economy. The International Monetary Fund puts Taiwan’s per capita gross domestic product at almost $34,000, right behind Japan, ahead of South Korea and more than double China’s figure.

Taiwan will not be afraid nor back down in the face of authoritarian threats, the island's vice president told supporters on a U.S. visit that Beijing has condemned, while reiterating a willingness to talk to China.

For decades, Taiwan has looked to its east coast as a safe haven to survive a Chinese invasion until allies, particularly the U.S., can arrive to assist. But PL

The U.S. must do something to lower tensions to maintain the peace in Asia while also retaining the ability to defend our interests.