China's crackdown on democratic freedoms in Hong Kong has generated strong reactions in Taiwan, where senior officials are mourning Hong Kong's losses even as they revel in a rare surge of diplomatic ... ( read original story ...)
Eric Chou’s gigs at Taipei Arena draw 33,000
TAIPEI • In what could be a silver lining for the return of concerts, Mandopop star Eric Chou has held the first post-pandemic, full-scale arena shows in Taiwan - drawing 33,000 attendees.. Read more ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan risks being caught up in the power struggle between the US and China
It took less than 24 hours after United States Secretary of Health and Human Services Alex Azar touched down in Taiwan, in an historic visit intended to convey President Donald Trump's support for the ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan’s Strategy To Hold Back A Chinese Invasion Is Filled With Holes
To evaluate Taiwan’s defenses, ask whether Taipei is asking too much of the armed forces—and whether the armed forces are remaking themselves adequately to cope with today’s brave new world. ( read original story ...)
Trump, Biden and Taiwan
America’s commitment to the island should be a campaign issue. ( read original story ...)
PLA drills point to stepped-up plans to take control of Taiwan, analysts say
A series of PLA drills at the northern and southern ends of the Taiwan Strait signal that Beijing is stepping up preparations to take control of the self-ruled island, according to military analysts. ( read original story ...)
Taipei hospital speeds up hearing checks and treatment
Taipei Veterans General Hospital might have just taken the lead globally in completing a preliminary diagnosis for a hearing impairment in less than one week and allowing doctors to offer treatment. A ... ( read original story ...)
China’s live-fire war games raise stakes for Taiwan
The Chinese military sent out a warning to Taiwan by declaring that exercises in its surrounding waters are aimed at secessionist forces on the island that Beijing regards as a renegade province.The ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan and US Pledge Health Partnership, Possible Trade Agreement After Azar Visit
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar concluded a three-day visit to Taiwan on Wednesday, during which he met with President Tsai Ing-wen along with senior officials including Health ... ( read original story ...)
If Chinese Troops Land, The Taiwanese Army Would Send Its New Joint Battalions Onto The Beach
If China invades Taiwan and succeeds in establishing a beachhead along the Taiwan’s southwestern plain, Taipei’s defense strategy calls on the army to surround and destroy the Chinese landing force ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan lowers 2020 GDP forecast again on pandemic impact
Taiwan's economy is expected to grow 1.56% in 2020, the statistics agency said on Friday, downgrading a previous forecast of 1.67% predicted in May due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, but ... ( read original story ...)
Symbolic last trip for Taiwan’s ‘Mr Democracy’ before cremation
TAIPEI (Reuters) - Former Taiwan President Lee Teng-hui, dubbed "Mr. Democracy" for ending autocratic rule in favour of free elections, was cremated in a private ceremony on Friday, after his remains ... ( read original story ...)
U.S. Military Defends Moves Near Taiwan, China Sends Forces to ‘Safeguard’ Territory
Pacific nation and committed to remaining engaged in the region," Pacific Fleet spokesperson Navy Lieutenant James Adams told Newsweek. ( read original story ...)
China holds military exercises near Taiwan in warning to US
China’s military said on Thursday it conducted exercises near Taiwan “to safeguard national sovereignty” in the face of rising US diplomatic exchanges with Taipei, underlining mounting tensions in the ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese military held drills near Taiwan as US health secretary visited Taipei, PLA says
As the US health secretary was making a high-profile visit to Taiwan, troops from the Chinese mainland delivered a “serious warning” to supporters of independence for the self-ruled island with a ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan to raise defence spending as China details combat drills
Taiwan unveiled a T$42.1 billion ($1.4 billion) increase for next year's planned defence spending on Thursday, as China announced details of its latest combat drills near the democratic island. China ... ( read original story ...)