Mr Biden says American forces would come to Taipei’s defence in the event of an ‘unprecedented attack’ from mainland China ... ( read original story ...)
Biden again says US would defend Taiwan if China attacks
US President Joe Biden has again said the US would defend Taiwan in the event of an "unprecedented attack" by China. Speaking in a CBS interview, Mr Biden replied, "Yes" when asked if that meant US ... ( read original story ...)
US would defend Taiwan against Chinese invasion, Biden says
President Biden says US forces would defend Taiwan if China tries to invade the self-ruled island claimed by Beijing as part of its territory, adding to displays of official American support for the ... ( read original story ...)
Biden tells 60 Minutes U.S. troops would defend Taiwan, but White House says this is not official U.S. policy
We're not-- that-- that's their decision." "But would U.S. forces defend the island?" Pelley asked. "Yes, if in fact there was an unprecedented attack," Mr. Biden said. "So unlike Ukraine, to be clear ... ( read original story ...)
1 Dead, Others Injured After 6.9-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Taiwan and Triggers a Tsunami Warning
Taiwan's Emergency Operations Center has reported one death and nine injuries following the large earthquake over the weekend ... ( read original story ...)
Powerful Earthquake Strikes Taiwan, Killing at Least 1
A powerful earthquake struck southeastern Taiwan on Sunday afternoon, killing at least one person, toppling at least one building and causing shaking that was felt across the island. The quake was ... ( read original story ...)
DPP’s Chen floats 10-year road plan for Taipei districts
Taipei mayoral candidate Chen Shih-chung (陳時中) yesterday proposed a 10-year road network plan for Shilin (士林) and Beitou (北投) districts to avoid creating traffic congestion problems similar to those ... ( read original story ...)
6.9 magnitude earthquake rocks Taiwan, triggers Tsunami alarm in Japan
A 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck the island of Taiwan on Sunday, reportedly killing one and injuring 79. First responders are on the scenes of collapsed buildings and bridges. ( read original story ...)
UK invites Taiwan to sign queen’s condolence book in symbolic China rebuke
The U.K. acknowledged Taiwan's status as a self-governed country by inviting its representative in The UK to sign Queen Elizabeth II's condolence book on Sunday. ( read original story ...)
Second magnitude 6.5-plus earthquake strikes Taiwan in 18 hours
A 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan on Sunday, around 18 hours after a 6.5 quake struck about 6 miles away. ( read original story ...)
Strong earthquake in Taiwan traps people, derails train
A strong earthquake shook much of Taiwan on Sunday, toppling a three-story building and temporarily trapping four people inside, stranding about 400 tourists on a mountainside, and knocking part of a ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan earthquake traps people in toppled building
A strong earthquake shook much of Taiwan on Sunday, toppling a three-storey building and temporarily trapping four people inside, stranding about 400 tourists on a mountainside, and knocking part of a ... ( read original story ...)
Tsunami threat for Taiwan after 6.9 earthquake hit southeastern coast
Tsunamis are now a concern for areas in close proximity to Taiwan after a 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck the island's southeastern coast. In a video, you can see some of the damage left behind. At ... ( read original story ...)
Latest and strongest earthquake causes damage in eastern Taiwan
Magnitude 6.8 quake strikes Hualien, collapsing a bridge and three-storey building and derailing a train ... ( read original story ...)
Strong 6.9-magnitude earthquake hits Taiwan, triggers tsunami warning
Japan issues a tsunami warning near Okinawa, where officials advised residents to stay clear of the coastline. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan: Powerful 7.2 magnitude earthquake strikes off east coast
A powerful 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck south-eastern Taiwan on Saturday (17). The quake hit about 30 miles north of the coastal city of Taitung. Footage shared online shows a room shaking amid the ... ( read original story ...)