By Renju Jose SYDNEY, Sept 1 (Reuters) - China said it had serious concerns about Taiwan's presence at the annual Pacific Islands Forum in Palau, warning of "consequences" after the democratically ...
Taipei Metro’s new red line terminal opens after 10-year build
Taipei Metro’s Red Line has officially extended one stop past Xiangshan Station as the new Guangci/Fengtian Temple Station welcomes its first passengers. Built over a decade through challenging ...
US-Taiwan ties stronger than ever amid China tensions, says top diplomat
US-Taiwan ties strengthen amid China tensions. Xi Jinping visiting the US before 2027 at 95.8% YES, before September 30 at 89.0% YES.
Why This Small Island Chain Could Be The First Domino In A Taiwan War
A Chinese first strike against Taiwan could place American forces across the western Pacific at risk while threatening semiconductor supply chains underpinning large portions of the U. S.
US-Taiwan ties ‘never been stronger’, top diplomat in Taipei says
Taiwan relationship has "never been stronger" and Taiwan is helping to re-industrialise the United States with its tech investments, the top American diplomat in Taipei said on Monday. Read more at ...
Taiwan unveils Strong Bow anti-ballistic missile specs in push for US$1.13 billion funding
Developers disclose details of Chiang Kung hypersonic interceptor with active radar to convince lawmakers to approve funding ...
Metro Taipei opens Xinyi Line eastern extension
The 1.4-kilometer extension runs from the new Guangci/Fengtian Temple Station and can reach Xiangshan in two minutes and Taipei 101/World Trade Center in four. To mark the opening and the system’s ...
Beyond Taipei: Discover More of Taiwan
Taipei may be the starting point for many Canadian travellers visiting Taiwan, but it is only the beginning. From coastal landscapes and ...
Taiwan Election Commission Rejects Caning Referendum Proposal
TAIPEI, Aug 28 (Reuters) - Taiwan's election commission on Friday rejected a proposal passed by parliament for a referendum to legalise caning for serious crimes like sexual assault and fraud, ...
Chinese government ships spotted in record numbers off Taiwan in July
China is ramping up pressure on Taiwan, with Beijing sending a record number of government vessels to waters around the island last month, according to figures provided by Taiwan’s coast guard.
On islands key to Taiwan’s defense, troops prepare for a Chinese first strike
By David Lague and Yimou Lee PENGHU, Taiwan, Aug 28 (Reuters) - In the pre-dawn darkness on an island in the Taiwan Strait, Taiwanese troops earlier this month pulled long, gleaming 105mm shells from ...
Taiwan takes third overall at Earth Science Olympiad
Taiwan placed third at this year’s International Earth Science Olympiad (IESO) after winning two gold and two silver medals, with one student from Taichung earning second place overall.The 19th IESO, ...
Taiwan approves $7 billion drone budget
Taiwan’s legislature approved a plan to spend more than $7 billion on drones over the next six years, part of the island’s push to deter a potential attack from China.
Taiwan parliament rejects government military drone plan, passes own version
TAIPEI, Aug 27 (Reuters) - Taiwan's opposition-controlled parliament rejected on Thursday a T$210 billion ($6.6 billion) government plan for a special budget to buy new military drones and passed ...
Taiwan lines up $7 billion boost for drone builders to counter China
Taipei hopes to build defensive capabilities that will make its far more powerful adversary think twice about invading.
Taiwan opposition blocks special budget for military drone programme
Taiwan's opposition-led legislature on Thursday blocked a proposed NT$210 billion ($6. 6 billion) special budget for drone development put forward by the Cabinet, instead backing an ...