Taiwan has closed yet another nuclear power plant, risking potentially deadly blackouts this summer, rendering the self-governing island more vulnerable to a Chinese blockade, and threatening a surge in greenhouse gases from one of the world’s top 25 ...
Taiwan unveils portable attack drone as China tensions rise
TAICHUNG: Taiwan unveiled its first portable attack drone on Tuesday (May 14), an unmanned aerial vehicle similar to a US model used in Ukraine's fight against Russia, as China steps up military ...
Taiwan unveils its new combat and surveillance drones as China threat grows
A Taiwanese state-owned military weapons developer unveiled five new types of indigenous military drones on Tuesday, as the self-ruled island looks to boost its asymmetric warfare capabilities against ...
Learning from Ukraine, Taiwan shows off its drones as key to ‘asymmetric warfare’
TAICHUNG, Taiwan, March 14 (Reuters) - Taiwan showcased new models of its domestically produced military drones on Tuesday, saying they are key to its "asymmetric warfare" capacity to make its forces ...
Taiwan says submarine programme going to plan despite difficulties
People attend the ceremony for the start of construction of a new submarine fleet in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, November 24, 2020. REUTERS/Ann Wang/File Photo ...
China Is Adopting ‘Actual War Approach’ On Taiwan; Taipei Preps For ‘Total Blockade’ By Xi
Taiwan's Defense Ministry said its budget this year will focus on replenishment of artillery and rocket stocks as the island braces for a "total blockade" by China.
Chinese Taipei tops Italy
Chinese Taipei tops Italy ...
Taichung to launch NT$299 public transport pass
Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow- yen (盧秀燕) on Friday announced the city’s plan to offer residents a NT$299 (US$9.75) monthly public transport pass from June as part of a central government project to ...
Taipei increases pay for childcare workers: Chiang
Chiang said he has three children, including two younger than two years old, so he understands the difficulties and stress that childcare providers experience. “Therefore, we have good news for ...
US would destroy Taiwan’s semiconductor factories rather than letting them fall into China’s hands, a former national security adviser says
Robert O'Brien told Semafor that China would be "like the new OPEC of silicon chips" if it invaded Taiwan and took over semiconductor factories.
From the US to Africa: how China sees the world as Xi’s third term begins
The geopolitical relations China’s president will have to navigate as country reopens after three years of isolation ...
How to avoid nuclear war with China
Taiwan’s government refused, but in 1997, Britain ceded Hong Kong to China under just such an arrangement, initially set to prevail for 50 years in that city. “One country ... Air Force and Defense ...
Taiwan’s VP to seek ruling party nomination for presidential run
Taiwan Vice President William Lai will on Wednesday register to run as the ruling Democratic Progressive Party's (DPP) presidential candidate, the party said on Monday, his first step to run for top office at the presidential election in January.
Taiwan says defence spending to focus on reading for ‘total blockade’ by China
TAIPEI, March 13 (Reuters) - Taiwan's defence spending this year will focus on preparing weapons and equipment for a "total blockade" by China, including parts for F-16 fighters and replenishing weapons, the military said in a report. China, which views ...
Exclusive: UK approves increased submarine-related exports to Taiwan, risking angering China
Britain approved a sharp increase in exports of submarine parts and technology last year to Taiwan as it upgrades its naval forces, a move that could impact British ties with China.
Taiwan Says Soldier Who Went Missing Has Been Found in China
A Taiwanese soldier serving on an islet close to the Chinese coast who went missing last week has been found in China, a senior Taiwan minister said on Monday, an incident that has happened amid heightened tensions.