A bipartisan group of four senators arrived in Taiwan as part of an Asia trip meant to bolster U.S. alliances and counter China's influence in the region, ahead of a summit planned in May between ...
Look at Hong Kong and don’t be naive about China, US senator says on Taiwan trip
TAIPEI, March 31 (Reuters) - Taiwan should look at what happened to Hong Kong and not be naive about China's intentions, U.S. Senator Thom Tillis said on Tuesday during a visit by U.S. lawmakers to ...
Taiwan showcases AI robotics at Smart City Summit & Expo
Taipei hosts global smart city expo 2026 Smart City Summit & Expo Representatives from Taiwan's diplomatic allies join the opening of the 2026 Smart City Summit & Expo in Taipei on Tuesday, March 17, ...
Taipei to host 2029 Intelligent Transportation Systems World Congress
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Taipei City Government said Monday that the city will host the 2029 Intelligent Transportation Systems World Congress and has begun preparations for the global event.
U.S. Senators Press Taiwan to Raise Military Spending as China Protests
Four visiting senators urged Taiwan to break an impasse over a $40 billion budget proposal, highlighting concerns in Washington about the threat from China.
US Lawmakers Urge Taiwan to Pass Stalled $40 Billion Defence Budget
U.S. lawmakers visiting Taipei urged Taiwan's parliament on Monday to approve a stalled $40 billion defence budget, warning that delays could weaken the island's ability to deter Chinese military pressure despite U.
Taiwan’s Opposition Leader to Visit China Next Month, Ahead of Trump
The leader of Taiwan's largest opposition party, the Kuomintang (KMT), will visit China in April after being invited by Chinese President Xi Jinping, a trip that will come a month before U.S.
China sanctions Japanese lawmaker over his Taiwan ties. Japan calls the step ‘unacceptable’
China announced Monday that it is sanctioning a conservative Japanese lawmaker close to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, accusing him of “colluding with” separatists in Taiwan, the latest incident that ...
A ‘warmer spring’ for cross-strait ties? Taiwan opposition leader talks up visit to Beijing
Taiwan's opposition leader to visit Beijing in a bid to improve cross-strait relations. Hopes to foster peace and stability. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Taiwan’s auto industry goes digital as chips eclipse carmaking
Taiwan's automotive industry is undergoing a profound transformation, shifting away from traditional mechanical assembly toward what analysts describe as a semiconductor- and ICT-driven "digital core" of smart mobility.
Mayor focused on making New Taipei more cosmopolitan after Australia visit
New Taipei City Mayor Hou You-yi (侯友宜) early today returned to Taiwan after a 10-day visit to Australia, saying that the main purpose of the trip was to find ways to make his city more cosmopolitan.
China Hits Out At US Visit To Taiwan
A bipartisan delegation of four senators seeks to reassure Taiwan of continued U.S. support and push for more arms sales.
US lawmakers express support for stalled Taiwan special defense budget
U.S. lawmakers visiting Taiwan say the United States supports efforts by Taiwan's government to pass a $40 billion special defense budget that is being stalled in the opposition-controlled parliament ...
Xi Invites Taiwan’s Opposition Leader to Talk ‘Peace’ Ahead of Trump Summit
The planned visit by Cheng Li-wun appears designed to show Beijing’s influence and convey a benign message ahead of the summit with President Trump.
In Taipei Visit, US Lawmakers Urge Taiwan to Pass Stalled $40 Billion Defence Budget
U.S. lawmakers visiting Taipei on Monday urged approval of President Lai Ching-te's stalled $40 billion defence budget, warning further delays risk undermining the island's ability to deter ...
China Sanctions Aide of Japan PM Takaichi for Taiwan Ties
China Sanctions Aide of Japan PM Takaichi for Taiwan Ties By Liz Lee and Kantaro Komiya BEIJING/TOKYO, March 30 (Reuters) - China imposed sanctions on Monday on Japanese lawmaker Keiji Furuya, a ...