In the sleepy fishing towns, many locals are sanguine, despite the frequent PLA fighters flying over the Taiwan Strait. ( read original story ...)
Semiconductor Surge: Taiwan’s No. 2 Chip Maker Posts 42% Revenue Jump, But How Long Can It Last?
UMC reported soaring sales for the month of May, boosted by continued strong demand for its semiconductor chips that power consumer electronics and modern vehicles. But analysts warn that the global ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese invasion of Taiwan would be costly
On Taiwan's tiny Penghu islands, the missile bases that sit next to white-sand beaches and bustling fish markets are a visceral reminder of the constant threat of attack from China. ( read original story ...)
Control without invasion: Other actions China could take against Taiwan
As Xi Jinping's China increasingly flexes its muscles on the global stage, concerns it may take military action against Taiwan have risen. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan May export orders seen just about returning to growth- Reuters poll
Taiwan's export orders likely returned to growth in May after experiencing their first fall in two years in the previous month, a Reuters poll showed on Friday, helped by demand for technology ... ( read original story ...)
Bob Doucette: Ukraine war emboldens Biden to warn China off Taiwan
Between mass shootings, inflation, gas prices and a host of other stories flooding the news cycle, a statement by President Joe Biden about Taiwan in May has all but disappeared ... ( read original story ...)
Council looks to swap sister cities
The Baker City Council voted 6-0 on Tuesday, June 14, to move toward ending the sister city relationship with Zeya, Russia. ( read original story ...)
West must be careful in responding to China’s escalation on Taiwan
The US and its allies have a tricky diplomatic job of deterring a determined China without raising the temperature even higher. ( read original story ...)
U.S. senators introduce broad Taiwan bill to boost security assistance
A duo of U.S. senators introduced a bill on Thursday to significantly enhance support for Taiwan, including provisions for billions of dollars in U.S. security assistance and changes to the decades ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Lodges Protest With World Cup Over Nonrecognition
Taiwan's soccer association sent letter to FIFA Tuesday after citizen said he was required to declare China as nationality to get visa for event in Qatar ... ( read original story ...)
China threatens Taiwan with ‘demise’ after Taipei lawmaker warns of missiles that can reach Beijing
China has threatened Taiwan with an “accelerated demise” in retaliation to a Taipei lawmaker’s revelation that the self-governed island has supersonic missiles capable of reaching Beijing. The Yun ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan thanks Qatar for removing China reference from 2022 World Cup ID system
Taiwan thanked organizers of the World Cup in Qatar for modifying the identification system by removing the reference to China for Taiwanese attendees. Taiwan’s foreign ministry had previously ... ( read original story ...)
Yun Hai Is Dedicated to the Bounty of Taiwan
The idea, Smith says, was to create a new channel of business for Taiwanese farmers who would now be left with unsold crops — and to introduce American audiences to a world of dried-fruit snacks ... ( read original story ...)
U.S. to Continue Taiwan Strait Operations After China Challenges Legality
The United States has vowed to stay the course in the Taiwan Strait after the Chinese government mounted a fresh challenge against the regional status quo this week by claiming full jurisdiction over ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Preparing for Chinese Invasion; Minister Warns of Disruption in Global Economy
Taiwan's Foreign Minister Joseph Wu has said that his country is gearing up for a possible Chinese invasion. In an interview with Greata Van Susteren at Newsmax, the foreign minis ... ( read original story ...)
U.S. and Chinese Bombast on Taiwan Masks Effort to Ratchet Down Tensions
While China and the U.S. exchanged testy salvos at a recent gathering of military officials, the rhetorical fireworks helped provide cover for a revived effort to cool tensions, diplomats and defense ... ( read original story ...)