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
bolttech partners with Taiwan Mobile to streamline travel insurance purchase experience
Customers can get covered in under three minutes on the Taiwan Mobile app TAIPEI, June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- International insurtech, bolttech, today announced its partnership with one of Taiwan's ...
Taiwan Likely to Pause Rate Hikes as Inflation Slows, Fed Holds
Taiwan’s central bank will likely keep rates on hold for the first time since 2021 at its board meeting Thursday as policymakers shift their priority away from inflation to bolstering the flagging ...
Mild Upside Anticipated For Taiwan Stock Market
The Taiwan stock market has moved higher in four straight sessions, climbing more than 500 points or 3.1 percent along the way. The ...
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.
Taiwan Mobile Eyes Crypto Partnerships as Binance Aids Cybercrime Fight
Taiwan Mobile is exploring crypto partnership and Binance has teamed up with Taiwanese authorities to combat cybercrimes.
US committee approves bill on Taiwan-US trade
The US House of Representatives Committee on Ways and Means on Tuesday unanimously approved a bill affirming its support for an initial agreement reached under the US-Taiwan Initiative on 21st-Century ...
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.
Taiwan needs European friends to keep China at bay, minister says on tour
Taiwan wants to secure peace and stability by maintaining the status quo in its relationship with neighbouring China and needs the support of European states to do so, Taiwan Foreign Minister Joseph ...