If the Taiwanese military isn’t already planning to create a drone “hellscape” in the Taiwan Strait, it should start. Now. Taiwan’s autonomy could hinge on whether, and how quickly, its armed forces ...
Is Beijing trying to create ‘new status quo’ by sending balloons over Taiwan?
Island’s defence ministry says 16 balloons have crossed the median line in the Taiwan Strait since Friday. Analysts say it’s part of an effort to eliminate the de facto boundary and squeeze Taiwan’s ...
Understanding the Deterrence Gap in the Taiwan Strait
What is stopping China from invading Taiwan? In the past, it was overdetermined that Beijing would not use force to compel reunification. Not only did ...
China will not fall into ‘trap’ of war in Taiwan Strait: former envoy Cui Tiankai
China's former ambassador to the US Cui Tiankai said Beijing will not fall into a trap of "someone" starting a war in the Taiwan Strait. "We certainly don't want to see a situation where Chinese are ...
The foodie’s guide to Taipei: Ivy Chen, co-author of the buzzy cookbook “Made in Taiwan,“ shares her favourites in the city
Recipes and Stories from the Island Nation,” which was on the New York Times’ list of the best cookbooks of 2023, Chen and co-author Clarissa Wei offer how-tos alongside insights into how the island’s ...
China unveils revolutionary microwave weapon, aiming to neutralize Taiwan’s defenses
Chinese researchers have developed a high-power microwave (HPM) weapon powered by a Stirling engine, utilizing superconducting materials. This innovation addresses the challenges of low efficiency and ...
Battle-scarred Taiwanese islands star in Oscar nominated film
A film about frontline Taiwanese islands repeatedly fought over with China during the height of the Cold War is vying to win an Oscar this year, with its director hoping the attention will help better ...
HKFP Lens: In Taiwan, Hongkongers find a home away from home in Tamsui
Tamsui has attracted lots of Hongkongers, its streets evoking a peculiar sensation of both familiarity and unfamiliarity among outsiders.
‘Success breeds success’: How a 1,400 hectare plot became the hub of the global chip industry—and the world economy
The 1400-hectare plot of land, an hour's drive south of Taipei, is home to chipmaking giants like TSMC, UMC and Mediatek.
Senate Advances $95 Billion Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
In a significant move, the US Senate passed a preliminary vote that opens the floor for debate on a substantial $95 billion aid bill destined for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. Garnering a total of 67 ...
Taiwan GDP Data Due On Monday
Taiwan will on Monday release Q4 numbers for gross domestic product, highlighting a light day for Asia-Pacific economic activity.
Taiwan thanks world, PLA shows simulated attacks in new year’s messages
President Tsai Ing-wen thanked the international community for supporting Taiwan in her Lunar New Year message on Thursday, a day after China's military released a song urging the island to "come home ...
Taiwan lags in info security production
Although there is consensus among researchers in Taiwan that information security is a core industry, Taiwan lacks regulations governing the sourcing of information security products, Democratic ...
More than 80% of CEOs confident on economy
About 82 percent of Taiwan’s CEOs reported feeling confident about the economy’s prospects for the next three years, similar to last year’s sentiment, the survey showed. Taiwan’s figure was higher ...
Vintage and classic cars enthrall representatives of Taipei Economic and Cultural Center
At the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium here, a group of representatives had a look at different vintage and classic cars and also posed for photographs with them.
The Lunar New Year of the Dragon flames colorful festivities across Asian nations and communities
With fireworks, feasts and red envelopes stuffed with cash for the kids, numerous Asian nations and overseas communities have welcomed the arrival of the Lunar New Year.