TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Four U.S. members of Congress signed a letter on Monday (May 13) urging Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser to establish sister city relations with Taipei.
New Taipei city councilor inspects MRT Circular Line
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) New Taipei City Councilor Chang Chia-ling (張嘉玲) inspected a section of the Taipei MRT Circular Line damaged by the April 3 earthquake, which ...
Exclusive: U.S. and Taiwan navies quietly held Pacific drills in April, sources say
The U.S. and Taiwan navies conducted joint drills in the Pacific in April that, officially, did not take place, four people briefed on the matter said, as the two militaries boost cooperation amid ...
Taiwan’s Democracy Is Thriving in China’s Shadow
Despite China’s growing pressure, Taiwan has developed one of the world’s strongest democracies—one that will be increasingly tested in the coming years.
Taiwan’s Wide AI “Sweet Spot” Lifts Its Main Stock Index To Record High
Among a slew of stock gainers in the past year, U.S.-traded shares in chipmaker Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing, or TSMC – whose clients include AI chip heavyweight Nvidia and Apple — on Friday ...
Taiwan’s absence from WHA solely caused by DPP: mainland spokesperson
BEIJING, May 13 (Xinhua) -- The absence of Taiwan from the upcoming World Health Assembly (WHA) is solely caused by the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities, a mainland spokesperson said ...
Analysis: Taiwan’s Domestic Communications Satellite Plan – TaiwanPlus News
Taiwan plans to build its own communication satellite program, which some have compared to SpaceX's Starlink system. Reporter Chris Gorin spoke to analyst Jyh-Shyang Sheu from the Institute for Nation ...
Opinion: Taiwan’s place in the international community must be recognized
Taiwan’s inclusion in the international community is not just a matter of fairness: It is a necessity for global stability and prosperity.
Taiwan’s Foreign Minister Calls for Continued Global Support: Stand With Ukraine to Protect Global Democracy
Taiwan's Foreign Minister Joseph Wu calls for global unity against the authoritarian alliances threatening Ukraine and beyond.
‘We would be wise to take Xi at his word’ on Taiwan: Retired rear admiral
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — A retired rear admiral on May 7 said “History is rhyming” and the U.S. would be "wise to take Xi at his word” over his rhetoric about annexing Taiwan by force if necessary.
Taiwan Reports Increased Chinese Military Presence Near Its Borders
Taiwan's Defense Ministry reported detecting seven Chinese ships and two planes around Taiwan between 6 am on Sunday and 6 am on Monday, May 13. 2 Chinese planes and 7 ships were seen near Taiwan up to 6 a.m. today. 2 planes crossed the median line.
Weightlifting body apologises after chair refers to competitor ‘countries’ at event involving Taiwan and Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s weightlifting and powerlifting body has apologised after its chair referred to competitor “countries” at an event that included Taiwan and Hong Kong. It comes after the government urged an in-depth investigation on Friday owing to the “suspected violation” of the one-China principle.
A Sinuous Cruise Ship Terminal by RUR Architecture Redefines Taiwan’s Waterfront
This international cruise ship terminal is the second major project in Taiwan by RUR Architecture, the New York–based practice of husband-and-wife team Jesse Reiser and Nanako Umemoto. Incorporating a ...
Tainan turns 400: Why Taiwan’s oldest city and food capital is worth a visit this year
Hotel operators, restaurants and attraction sites are offering special deals, and the city will host large-scale events. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Man arrested for suspected murder of 3 family members in New Taipei
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — A man suspected to be behind a triple homicide in New Taipei was arrested in Taichung on Sunday (May 12).
Taiwan’s Central Bank Has AI In Its FX Intervention Corner
(Bloomberg) -- As a strong dollar drives up currency volatility across Asia, an artificial intelligence-fueled tech boom has offered Taiwan some reprieve. Most Read from Bloomberg Putin Appoints ...