The world has embarked on the transition to net-zero emissions. The innovative approaches to international cooperation highlighted in the Paris Agreement - which calls for wide cooperation by all ... ( read original story ...)
An embarrassing defeat 73 years ago is a preview of the problems China would face in an attack on Taiwan today
The Pentagon's 2021 report on China's military said an invasion "of a medium-sized, better-defended island" like Kinmen is "within" its capabilities. ( read original story ...)
Beware China’s telecom tech: US official
At an event hosted by the Washington-based Center for Strategic and International Studies think tank on the topic of cybersecurity, Silvers said he and other US officials were urging other countries ... ( read original story ...)
All Chinese are in the position to question Taipei Palace Museum: Global Times editorial
The news that three pieces of precious cultural relics were shattered in Taipei Palace Museum cannot be concealed anymore and has caused public outrage across the Taiwan Straits. People on both sides ... ( read original story ...)
Taipei nominees get airtime for plans
Independent Taipei mayoral candidate Huang Shan-shan (黃珊珊) is to present her proposals from 2pm to 3pm, while Democratic Progressive Party candidate Chen Shih-chung (陳時中) would present his plans from ... ( read original story ...)
Major trap facing Chinese President Xi Jinping as threat of Taiwan war escalates
Grand Navigator” Xi Jinping has vowed to bring the 24 million people of democratic Taiwan under Beijing’s control — by force if necessary. ( read original story ...)
Piercing Taiwan’s ‘silicon shield’: Is the semiconductor industry that safeguards the island’s freedom now at risk?
The Star talks to employees of manufacturing giant TSMC amid uncertainty around industry’s ability to navigate new U.S. rules, shifting geopolitics. ( read original story ...)
Is the Taiwan Policy Act good for Taipei?
The contentious legislation will bring the island and the U.S. closer together than ever — a necessary evolution in their relationship, given the rising threat from China. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan plans satellite back-up amid China invasion fears
Island nation wants to boost its communications networks, but is cautious of relying on Elon Musk's Starlink over his comments on China ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese Media Says Beijing to Use ‘All Measures Necessary’ Against Taiwan
The Global Times, which is published by the Chinese Community Party, warned of the "risk of war" and accused the United States of "inflaming" tensions. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan celebrates diversity, equality in east Asia’s largest Pride march
About 120,000 people, many carrying rainbow flags, marched through Taiwan's capital Taipei on Saturday to celebrate LGBTQ+ equality in east Asia's largest Pride march. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan, US officials seek to boost nation’s UN bid
Ministry of Foreign Affairs officials and their US counterparts from the State Department agreed that they need to bolster engagement with like-minded partners in the UN bodies, as well as at UN ... ( read original story ...)
Five arrested over telephone scam
Taichung police on Wednesday arrested five people in connection with an alleged telecom fraud ring targeting Chinese by posing as police officials. A 30-year-old man surnamed Lin (林) and alleged ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan plans satellite back-up amid fears it can’t rely on Elon Musk if China invades
Island nation wants to boost its communications networks but is cautious about relying on Elon Musk's Starlink over his comments on China ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan and China put differences aside to treat seriously-ill panda Tuan Tuan in Taipei
Tuan Tuan has become increasingly ill in last few days as he enters his twilight years Taiwan and China have put their tense geopolitical situation to one side to treat a male panda that has fallen ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Celebrates Region’s Biggest Pride March as Border Reopens
On a rainy Saturday afternoon, Taiwan’s 20th Pride parade cemented the island’s status as a regional leader in East Asia for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer rights as thousands marched ... ( read original story ...)