Far from signaling the end, a grim new consensus between Taipei and Washington must now spur a new beginning that ensures Taiwan’s survival. Military leaders in Taipei and Washington now agree there ... ( read original story ...)
INTERVIEW: Use ‘Taiwan’ in CPTPP, former minister says
The GATT [General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade, the predecessor to the WTO] was signed on Oct. 30, 1947. In its many drafts, it clearly stated that governments entering under the name “separate ... ( read original story ...)
Flooding in Venice creeping into off-season, as experts revise worst-case scenario
After Venice in November 2019 experienced the second-worst flood in its history, it was inundated with four more exceptional tides within six weeks, shocking Venetians and triggering fears about the ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese State Media Calls Biden Admin ‘Most Incapable’ in U.S. History Amid Taiwan Tension
The Chinese publication said "the U.S. will become a historic sinner that further undermines world unity" by backing Taiwan at the United Nations. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan shaken by 6.5-magnitude quake, woman hurt by rockfall
An earthquake shook Taiwan's capital, Taipei, on Sunday and caused falling rocks that injured a woman and damaged a car. No deaths were reported. The Buildings in Taipei swayed. The subway and some ... ( read original story ...)
At Least 46 Die as Blaze Tears Through ‘Ghost Building’ in Taiwan
Dozens more were injured after a fire broke out at a 13-story building in the southern port city of Kaohsiung. ( read original story ...)
Strong quake strikes Taipei
CCTV footage shows the ground shake in Taipei City as a strong earthquake strikes northeastern Taiwan. Taiwan's central weather bureau said the quake was of magnitude 6.5, the biggest on the island ... ( read original story ...)
Biden’s Taiwan remarks raise questions about his real policy
President Biden has blurted out commitments that the U.S. is prepared to defend Taiwan against a Chinese invasion — forcing the White House to walk back his statements and leading to confusion over a ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan rocked by strong earthquake
A strong magnitude-6.5 earthquake has shaken Taiwan, sending panicked people running into the streets as buildings swayed and bringing public transport to a ... ( read original story ...)
Ex-actress Yvonne Lim and family wore full PPE for flight back to Taipei from S’pore
SINGAPORE - Former Mediacorp actress Yvonne Lim and her family, including two young children, wore full protective gear for their flight back to Taipei, where they are based. Lim, 45, and her husband, ... ( read original story ...)
Preliminary 6.5-magnitude earthquake strikes Taiwan’s northeastern coast
A 6.5-magnitude quake has struck Taiwan, according to preliminary data from the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). ( read original story ...)
Strong quake shakes Taiwan, no damage reported
Buildings shook in Taipei on Sunday as an earthquake of magnitude 6.5 struck northeastern Taiwan, but there were no reports of damage. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan’s Foxconn, Gogoro Seek Entry Into Indonesia’s EV Industry
Taiwan's Foxconn Technology Group, the world's largest electronic components maker, has expressed interest in investing in Indonesia's battery and electric vehicle industries, the Southeast Asian ... ( read original story ...)
Strong earthquake shakes Taiwan, no damage reported
Buildings shook in Taipei on Sunday as an earthquake of magnitude 6.5 struck northeastern Taiwan, but there were no reports of damage. ( read original story ...)
US wants to help Taiwan participate ‘meaningfully’ in UN, as China prepares to mark key anniversary
US and Taiwanese officials hold talks ahead of 50th anniversary of PRC replacing Taiwan as China’s representative in the UN ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan, U.S. discuss UN participation ahead of key anniversary
Taiwanese and U.S. officials have discussed how Taiwan can "meaningfully" participate at the United Nations just days before Chinese President Xi Jinping will give a speech to mark his country's half ... ( read original story ...)