Former US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger said he believes military conflict between China and Taiwan is likely if tensions continue on their current course, though he still holds out hope for ...
Taiwan’s KMT to send high-level delegation to mainland China forum despite Taipei’s warnings against being ‘united front tool’
Beijing, which sees Taiwan as its territory and does not renounce the use of force to bring the island under its control, has suspended official exchanges and dialogues with Taipei since Tsai Ing-wen ...
What It Will Take to Deter China in the Taiwan Strait
Under Xi, China has increasingly emphasized military power to shape cross-strait dynamics. This focus on hard power is pushing Taiwan away and making the prospect of peaceful unification more remote, increasing the likelihood that China will have to use force if it is determined to achieve unification.
Taiwan Political Upstart Threatens to Eclipse KMT as No. 2 Party
The Kuomintang, the political party that ruled China and then Taiwan for much of the 20th Century, is at risk of losing its position as the island’s main opposition as a relative newcomer cements its position as the second most popular force in domestic politics,
Taiwan’s US Representative Not “Satisfied” With Biden’s Support
Bi-khim Hsiao, Taiwan’s Representative in the United States, is a familiar figure in the halls of power but she does not often make public speeches. So a
Taiwan’s KMT to send high-level delegation to mainland China forum despite Taipei’s warnings against being‘united front tool’
Kuomintang’s Andrew Hsia will lead trip to Xiamen to take part in annual Straits Forum, which kicks off on Friday, while island authorities ban government officials from attending event.
New Taipei to open water play areas on Sunday
The water play areas at four parks in New Taipei City are to open from Sunday, giving children and families an option for cool recreation as summer heats up, the city government said yesterday. The ...
Taipei to look into EasyCard listing: Chiang
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an (蔣萬安) yesterday said the city government would look into EasyCard Corp’s Emerging Stock Market listing process shortly before a change in administration in December last ...
The US needs to clarify its stance on Taiwan — before it’s too late
The U.S. position through nine administrations has adhered to the mantra that America “supports the status quo” across the Taiwan Strait. Over the decades, however, the status quo has constantly
Taiwan Rocked by Wave of Sexual Harassment, Assault Allegations
Taiwan has seen a growing number of #MeToo style allegations, especially against political figures. The past two weeks have seen a wave of #MeToo-style allegations in Taiwanese society. While the sexual harassment accusations first began within the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP),
Taipei says Mirage 2000-5s remain viable for service
Taipei has given assurance that its Dassault Mirage 2000-5 fighters remain available for service, amid concerns about costs and sustainment for the two-decade old fleet.
Japan takes center stage at Taipei food show
Japanese food products took center stage at the opening of Taiwan's annual food show Wednesday, attracting large crowds of Taiwanese gastronomes to its pavilions that included a Kyushu booth, which ...
Why Taiwan Has a Lock on the World’s Chip Market
Chris Miller explains why it’s so difficult to make high-end semiconductors—and how a war over Taiwan could induce a global crisis.
Taiwan Needs European Friends to Maintain Status Quo, Minister Says
PRAGUE (Reuters) -Taiwan wants to secure peace and stability by maintaining the status quo across the Taiwan Strait that it shares with China and needs the support of European states to do so, Taiwan ...
A political drama series on Netflix has sparked a #MeToo wave in Taiwan
The show triggered a wave of sexual harassment allegations that led to a series of high-level resignations that rocked Taiwan's political scene.
Subscriber Exclusive: Why Taiwan Has a Lock on the World’s Chip Market
The Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) controls about 90 percent of the market for advanced chips—and it doesn’t seem as if any other company or country can catch up. What is TSMC’s secret ...