If China attacks Taiwan will the US come to its rescue? This question is relevant not only to Taiwan but also to China. If Taiwan is hopeful that the US would keep its word when – not if –the ... ( read original story ...)
Biden Said the U.S. Would Protect Taiwan. But It’s Not That Clear-Cut.
After the president’s remarks at a CNN event, the White House quickly declared that the American policy of “strategic ambiguity” over the island’s defense had not changed. ( read original story ...)
A-List Executive Team, Big-Name Backers Fail to Lift Abbisko IPO
Key takeaways Four rounds of fundraising together with IPO proceeds have given the Abbisko a cumulative war chest of almost $500 million Company is betting a significant ... ( read original story ...)
UPDATE 1-White House repeats no Taiwan policy change; experts see Biden gaffe
The White House on Friday reiterated that Joe Biden was not signaling a change in U.S. policy toward Taiwan when he said the United States would come to the island's aid if it was attacked by China, ... ( read original story ...)
US cleans up Biden’s ‘commitment’ to defend Taiwan from Chinese invasion
The Biden administration is again playing clean-up after President Joe Biden said the U.S. would come to Taiwan's defense in the event of an invasion by mainland China. ( read original story ...)
White House repeats no Taiwan policy change; experts see Biden gaffe
The White House on Friday reiterated that Joe Biden was not signaling a change in U.S. policy toward Taiwan when he said the United States would come to the island's aid if it was attacked by China, ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Mobile rolls out 5G standalone core with Nokia
Nokia was named sole supplier for Taiwan Mobile's 5G network under a three-year deal. With SA 5G geared up to go, the operator is prepping for more advanced 5G services that target businesses and ... ( read original story ...)
Xi Jinping dials back economic overhaul
Chinese President Xi Jinping (習近平) took a big gamble shaking up key industries ahead of a political gathering that could decide whether he rules the country indefinitely. Now he is starting to hit the ... ( read original story ...)
US President Joe Biden says would defend Taiwan from attack by China
US President Joe Biden said the US was committed to defending Taiwan from a Chinese attack ... the island is its territory at a daily briefing after Biden made his comment. Business Standard has ... ( read original story ...)
Taipei’s Community of Collectors Has Turned the City into a Leading Art Hub
From seasoned veterans to a growing number of younger players, Taipei’s dedicated collectors are at the heart of the city’s thriving art scene. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Vows to ‘Defend Itself’ Amid U.S. Reversal, Here’s How Much Stronger China Is
"The complete reunification of the motherland must be fulfilled, and it will definitely be fulfilled," Ma Xiaoguang of China's Taiwan Affairs Council said. ( read original story ...)
China Outraged at Biden’s Military Pledge for Taiwan – Despite White House Walkback
Beijing issued new threats against the Biden administration on Friday, claiming an offhanded statement actually represents the White House’s true thinking on China’s most sensitive foreign concern. ( read original story ...)
Lloyd Austin Won’t Discuss ‘Hypothetical’ Where China Attacks Taiwan After Biden Comments
"Nobody wants to see cross-Strait issues come to blows—certainly not President Biden, and there's no reason that it should," Austin said. ( read original story ...)
‘We’ll continue to help Taiwan’ says US Secretary of Defense
Speaking after a summit in Brussels, US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin reaffirms the United States' commitment to continue to help Taiwan 'defend itself' against threats from China. Recent comments ... ( read original story ...)
First non-Qualcomm powered smartphone in years released
In fact, it has been years since an Android smartphone has been released without a Qualcomm processor included. That changed this week with the release of the Pixel 6 from Google. The Pixel 6 is ... ( read original story ...)
Taipei Fashion Week SS22 Digital Fashion Show Theme Inspired by City’s Pandemic Approach
Inspired by the people of Taipei's efforts to fight the pandemic by refraining from venturing out, Taipei Fashion Week SS22 x VOGUE Fashion's Night Out recreated Taipei's empty cityscapes for its ... ( read original story ...)