By Ben Blanchard and Yimou Lee TAIPEI, Oct 5 (Reuters) - Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an on Monday defended the city as welcoming and inclusive after a police raid of a gay bar sparked protests by the ...
Taiwan Foreign Minister Visits US for Opening of New Arizona Office
TAIPEI, Oct 5 (Reuters) - Taiwanese Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung is visiting the US state of Arizona for the opening of a new de facto consulate in Phoenix, his office said on Sunday. The US ...
Taipei’s dilemma over history deepens with Xi-Trump praise of WWII Flying Tigers
Taiwan's ruling party uneasy that what could have been a valuable historical connection with the US has ended up benefiting Beijing's ties Taipei's dilemma over its history during World War II ...
Taiwan’s envoy prods Trump administration on stalled arms sale
With Trump and Xi expected to meet twice more this year, he said the goal is “to ensure that Taiwan is not on the menu.” Read more at straitstimes.com.
Taiwan Receives First Two New-Build F-16C Block 70 Fighters After Years of Delays
The first two of 66 new-build F-16C Block 70 fighters ordered by Taiwan from the United States have arrived at Chihhang Air Base, marking the beginning of ...
Rare police raid of Taipei gay bar sparks angry protest
By Yimou Lee and Ann Wang TAIPEI, Oct 4 (Reuters) - Around 100 members of Taipei's LGBTQ+ community protested on Sunday after police raided a gay bar the day before and detained its customers, a ...
Taipei police raid gay bar, detain 51; 100 protest outside police station
Around 100 members of Taipei’s LGBTQ+ community protested on Sunday after police raided a gay bar the previous day and detained 51 people, an unusual move in Taiwan, which has long projected a liberal ...
Gay bar raid tests Taipei’s queer-friendly image ahead of Pride event
TAIPEI – Around 100 members of Taipei’s LGBTQ+ community protested on Oct 4 after police raided a gay bar the day before and detained its customers, a highly unusual move given Taiwan prides itself on ...
Taiwan reckons with the prospect of fending for itself as Trump pivots on China
Just one week after Trump rolled out the red carpet for his Chinese counterpart at a White House summit, Xi Jinping restated his support for “the great cause of national reunification.” ...
Travelers try Peking duck at Taipei’s bustling night market
Travelers explore a lively Taipei night market in search of memorable local food. Their visit leads to a Peking duck meal, where they sample the crisp skin, tender meat, and traditional accompaniments ...
Smoking to be banned in Taipei’s Xinyi Shopping District from 1 Nov, with fines of up to S$400
Smoking will be banned in Taipei’s Xinyi Shopping District near MRT Taipei City Hall Station from 1 Nov, with fines of up to about S$400.
Taiwan’s first two US-made F-16V jets finally arrive after mysterious six-week Hawaii pause
Taiwan has finally received the first of two new F-16 Block 70 "Viper" airframes after first being ordered bck in 2019.
Taiwan manufacturing growth cools as old economy sectors weaken
By IntelliNews - New Taipei Bureau Taiwan's manufacturing sector dropped to a green light in August, indicating stable growth, after flashing a yellow-red light for fast growth in July, the Taiwan ...
Going to BE:FIRST World Showcase in Taipei Alone | Preparing for a Taiwan Trip with Anxiety
FIRST WORLD SHOWCASE 2026 'WATCH ME'" held in Taipei.I wanted to go to last year's world tour as well, but the friend I always go to concerts with seems to be afraid of flying, and for some reason, I ...
Taiwan, UK sign science, tech pact for three projects
Taiwan and the UK have signed an agreement to pursue projects in satellite communications, silicon photonics and semiconductor talent development, the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) ...
Taiwan Coast Guard Hammers Chinese Fishing Boat with Water Cannon (Video)
Video shows a powerful stream hammering the vessel’s wheelhouse during a confrontation near the Dongsha Islands.