The assassination of former Japanese prime minister Shinzo Abe — in whom Taipei found a trusted ally — is undoubtedly a great loss for the nation. Throughout his political career, Abe had done much to ... ( read original story ...)
Talks With China Constructive; Raised Taiwan Issue: US
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Saturday that rare talks with his Chinese counterpart in Indonesia were "constructive" but he voiced alarm over issues including Taiwan. ( read original story ...)
US urges UK to ‘step up’ efforts to defend Taiwan amid growing threat of Chinese invasion
The calls to help boost Taiwan's deterrence capabilities come as Congress moves to speed up US arms sales to the democratic island ... ( read original story ...)
China is more dependent on US and our technology than you think
China s rapid economic growth over the last few decades has been based on its joining of the global supply chain network, where the U S and its allies hold the technology high ground China s direct ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese police admit ‘problems’ with security for slain former prime minister Abe
Japanese police admitted there had been problems in the security for slain former prime minister Shinzo Abe as the country reeled in the wake of his assassination at a campaign stop. The police chief ... ( read original story ...)
Leaders pays tribute to former leader Shinzo Abe as Japan reels in wake of assassination
My child’s name includes the term ‘kuni,’ which represents the beautiful nation built by Abe, so I came here to offer my gratitude,” one mourner said. ( read original story ...)
China’s Armed Forces Protest US Senator’s Taiwan Visit, Say ‘we Ready For War Anytime’
Chinese armed forces said that they would be willing to start military operations at any instance, to defend the country’s sovereignty after US Senator’s visit. ( read original story ...)
Shinzo Abe was an undeniably dominant if divisive figure in Japan’s modern history
Japan is “grieving the loss of a political giant,” said one expert after the country’s former prime minister was shot dead during a campaign event. ( read original story ...)
The 15 must-see Palace Museum treasures from Hong Kong, Beijing and Taipei
The Palace Museums in Hong Kong, Beijing and Taipei hold some of the world’s most valuable historical artefacts. We selected our 15 favourites. ( read original story ...)
Why tensions between China and Taiwan are on the rise
The U.S. would come to Taiwan's defense militarily if China were to invade. Although the White House quickly affirmed the president's comments did not reflect a policy shift, the remarks came at a ... ( read original story ...)
China demands end to U.S.-Taiwan military ‘collusion’
During a virtual meeting between the joint chiefs of staff from the two sides, China demanded the U.S. cease military “collusion” with Taiwan. ( read original story ...)
China military says holds combat exercises around Taiwan as U.S. senator visits island
China's military recently held multi-unit joint combat readiness exercises, patrols and combat drills in the sea and airspace around Taiwan, the Eastern Theatre Command of the People's Liberation Army ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Semi Q2 Revenue Tops Estimates, but Risks From PC Slowdown Remain
Contract-chip maker Taiwan Semiconductor posted solid growth, but slower PC and smartphone sales could take a toll from here. ( read original story ...)
Semiconductors rally as STMicro, GlobalFoundries, Taiwan Semiconductor ease worries
Semiconductor stocks rose on Friday on reports that STMicroelectronics (STM) and GlobalFoundries (GFS) were set to announce plans next week to build a new chip factory in France and ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan has lost a close friend, president says of Abe death
The world has lost an important leader and Taiwan has lost a friend, Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen said on Friday after former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe died hours after he was shot while ... ( read original story ...)
Taipei slams ‘provocative’ Chinese jets across Taiwan Strait
TAIPEI: Chinese fighter jets crossed the median line of the sensitive Taiwan Strait today in what the island’s government slammed as a provocation, as a senior US senator visited Taipei for a meeting ... ( read original story ...)