Tsao’s shift from cherished visitor to persona non grata on the mainland comes at a time of rising geopolitical tensions over technology. ( read original story ...)
HIMARS purchase by Taiwan reflects the tension driving Japan’s military build-up
China’s shadow leaves neighbours adopting new defensive approaches, including HIMARS heavy 'porcupine strategy'. ( read original story ...)
The Taiwan question in Israel-China tech cooperation – comment
Former Israeli ambassador to China Matan Vilnai issued a stark warning to remain neutral because “We are outside the picture. It is not connected to us.” ... ( read original story ...)
Chip firms to face earnings challenges in 2025: report
The local semiconductor industry is expected to face earnings challenges in 2025 as profit growth is likely to peak this year, the Taipei-based China Credit Information Service Ltd (CCIS, 中華徵信所) said ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s defence moves ‘necessary’ amid growing China aggression in Taiwan Strait: analysts
Japan views tensions in the Taiwan Strait as ‘seriously destabilising’ to its own security as it relies on an open strait for safe passage of goods. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan crisis caused by opportunistic moves of US Democratic Party: Xie Chao
This old Chinese saying can best describe the impact of US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s official visit to Taiwan on major power relations and regional stability. The Chinese ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan sees danger that China will blockade food imports to starve island
A recent Chinese Communist military exercise around Taiwan has raised the specter of a blockade to subjugate the island democracy through starvation and the loss of other vital resources. ( read original story ...)
Google’s foldable smartphone will compete with Samsung, to be launched in 2023
The Google foldable phones have been awaited for many years, but its complex technology and the popularity of Samsung have since delayed the plan. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan, Digital Technology, and Democracy
Digital technology provides a tool to connect people and support democracy, and it is up to us how to design and use it. In this session, Audrey Tang, Digital Minister of Taiwan, talked about digital ... ( read original story ...)
Nine indicted in trafficking case
The nine suspects were indicted on multiple counts of human trafficking, attempted fraud, interference with personal freedom and involvement in organized crime, prosecutors said. In related news, two ... ( read original story ...)
Tech companies slowly shift production away from China
The shift is a response to growing concerns about the geopolitical tensions and pandemic-induced supply chain disruptions that have involved China in .. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan indicts nine over Cambodia human trafficking scams
TAIPEI: Taiwanese prosecutors on Friday (Sep 2) indicted nine suspects on human trafficking charges for allegedly luring 88 people to Cambodia to toil in online scam syndicates that have become a ... ( read original story ...)
US Governor Meets Tsai Ing-wen As Taiwan Seeks To Boost Ties In Semiconductor Industry
Doug Ducey hailed economic and educational cooperation with Taiwan, marked by a $12 billion investment in his state by Taiwan Semicondur Manufacturing Corp. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Makes Good On Threat To Shoot Down Intruding Chinese Drones
The incident follows a string of incursions by Chinese drones over Taiwan’s outlying islands close to the mainland. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Shoots Down Unidentified Drone by China Coastline
After entering Taiwan's airspace over Shiyu Island, the Taiwan military first tried to warn the drone away with flares before shooting the device into the sea. Earlier this week, Taiwan President Tsai ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Grapples with Human Trafficking Spike
Increasing revelations in August about Taiwanese trafficked into Cambodia has become a significant political issue in Taiwan. ( read original story ...)