The island’s pivotal election has not been on the European Union’s agenda, but cross-strait tensions are making it harder to ignore.
Economy and cost of living at top of mind in Taiwan’s election
While Taiwan's tense relationship with Beijing has dominated election coverage, many ordinary people in Taiwan are struggling to earn enough money.
Former President’s Comments on China Stir Pre-Election Controversy – TaiwanPlus News
Former President Ma Ying-jeou's comments in an interview calling for trust for China's leader have sparked political controversy just days before Taiwan's general elections.
Breathe easier, Taiwan: China’s corrupt Rocket Forces are fuelling missiles with water
The Chinese People’s Liberation Army is counting on its rocket force, the PLARF, to deliver the first and most powerful blows against Taiwanese and allied troops in the event of an invasion of Taiwan.
Taiwan’s DPP slammed for purchasing US arms
A Chinese defense spokesperson on Friday slammed Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities for purchasing US weapons, saying such actions cannot stop the inevitable trend toward China's
5 things to know for Jan. 12: Winter storm, Middle East, Trump trial, Hunter Biden, Taiwan election
Trump, who appeared in court on Thursday, said the “financial statements are perfect” and called the case a “witch hunt.” The judge has already found Trump liable for fraud in the case and plans to issue a decision later this month.
Taiwan gears up for high-octane elections tomorrow that will decide future with arch-rival China
China has called the elections a choice between 'war and peace' and has stepped up its coercion through military incursions and trade sanctions. Taiwan's defence ministry on Friday said it detected ...
The US relationship with China faces a test as Taiwan elects a new leader
senior adviser and trustee chair in Chinese business and economics at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. “No one wants to provoke a war, and the current situation is minimally ...
Map Shows Why Taiwan Is So Important to the World
A disruption to peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait would seriously damage the global economy, a senior Biden administration official said on Thursday.
Taiwan Votes 2024: From fixing trash disposal to fixing pipes, Taiwanese are finding ways to make work pay off
Low wages are a bugbear of Taiwan’s workers, but some are taking a less trodden path and making good money. Higher education reforms and clear economic policies are needed to reduce skills mismatch ...
Decoding China: How Beijing wants to sway Taiwan election
Beijing is putting pressure on Taiwan's presidential election with threats of war and trade boycotts, while providing support to the Kuomintang (KMT) political opposition.
US Allies, Wary of China Threat, Look to Taiwan To Keep the Peace
American allies in Asia are looking to Taiwan's presidential candidates for signs of continued peace and stability in the region as the island nation prepares to vote on Saturday. Subject matter experts in Japan and the Phillippines,
Taiwan Votes 2024: As tariff spat with China widens, outcome of presidential election could reshape cross-strait trade
What China does next regarding cross-strait trade hinges on who becomes Taiwan’s next leader, analysts say, especially as each presidential candidate represents a different way forward.
Taiwan’s Mainland Chinese Caught In Cross-strait Tussle
Meeting voters, visiting temples and touring the streets in an open-top truck, Li Zhen-xiu is campaigning hard for Saturday's election in Taiwan, just like hundreds of other candidates.
Taiwan gets set to head to the polls
CNN’s Will Ripley reports on the high-stakes presidential election in Taiwan that’s being closely watched by both Beijing and Washington.
Friday briefing: What Taiwan’s general election means for the country – and democracy worldwide
Taiwan goes to the polls on Saturday, with major geopolitical ramifications on the line ...