Fujian province has become a test bed for mainland China’s push for economic, social and political integration with Taiwan. In this story – the first in a four-part on-the-ground series – Amber Wang ...
Taiwan detects 3 Chinese military aircraft, 7 vessels near territory
The Taiwan Strait remains a focal point of heightened tensions, with Taiwanese officials repeatedly condemning the increase in Chinese military operations ...
China’s Xi addresses economic challenges, threatens Taiwan in New Year speech
The Chinese leader projected confidence amid Beijing’s economic struggles and ahead of the inauguration of Donald Trump, set to take a hard line on China.
Family offices to favour Taiwan, India and US in 2025; may increase China exposure
Taiwan, India and the US will be favoured by high-net-worth individuals and family offices in 2025 and they might also invest more in mainland China and Hong Kong due to stimulus measures from Beijing ...
Big tension for Taiwan, US as Xi Jinping makes BIG statement on Taiwan’s merger, says…
Calling Taiwan is an integral part of its territory, China claims the self-governed island of Taiwan as part of its mainland and promotes the "One China" policy.
Taiwan’s president vows to boost defence budget as China threats rise
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te pledged to strengthen the island's defences in the face of escalating Chinese threats, saying in a New Year's address on Wednesday that Taiwan was a crucial part of ...
A China-Taiwan War Would Start an Economic Crisis. America Isn’t Ready.
Right now, America isn’t ready. As a report from a House panel concluded last year: “The United States lacks a contingency plan for the economic and financial impacts of conflict” with China.
Taiwan Extends Tax Cut for Day Trading on Last Day Before Expiry
Taiwan lawmakers agreed to extend a tax cut for day trading for another three years on the last session before the measure was set to expire.
Taiwan detects 5 Chinese military aircraft, 6 naval vessels near its shores
According to the MND, three of the five PLA aircraft crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern and southwestern Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) ...
Taiwan Finance Chief Urges Lawmakers to Renew Day-Trader Tax Cut
Taiwan Finance Minister Chuang Tsui-yun urged lawmakers to renew a day-trading tax cut by Dec. 31 at the latest, or risk complicating revenue collection and hurting market sentiment.
Taiwan detects 23 Chinese aircraft and 6 naval vessels near its territory
Military activity was also reported on Saturday when seven Chinese military aircraft and five naval vessels were around its territory ...
Taiwan pledges $5 mn for renovation of rehabilitation center in Ukraine
Taiwan has committed to provide $5 million in funding for the renovation of a medical building in Lviv, Ukraine. The building, at the Unbroken National Rehabilitation Center in Lviv, the largest city ...
‘Red Business Guide’ on Google Maps reports pro-China businesses in Taiwan
Called “Red Business Guide” it includes over 400 businesses across multiple industries, reported LTN. The list is intended as a reference for customers who want to avoid supporting businesses that are ...
‘Economic gift’ or ‘carrot and stick’ strategy: Why is it so hard to restart cross-strait tourism?
Both mainland China and Taiwan have strategically used tourism as a bargaining chip to gain a “political upper hand” over one another, say analysts.
Why Taiwan’s Foxconn, an iPhone Supplier, Is Investing in Texas and Thailand
The Apple supplier has spent millions in the United States, India and Mexico over the past two years to lessen its dependence on China.
Taiwan blocks Uber’s $1.3 billion Foodpanda deal over competition concerns
Uber and German food delivery firm Delivery Hero announced the Taiwan deal in May. Read more at straitstimes.com.