Trump, using Taiwan as bargaining chip, sparks outcry in China

Donald Trump’s use of Taiwan as a bargaining chip has provoked a furious outcry inside China, where it has fanned new flames of nationalism and unleashed calls for China to invade Taiwan. A week from his inauguration, Mr. Trump said in a Wall Street ... ( read original story ...)

Review: Grand Hyatt Taipei, Grand Club Deluxe Twin

After a great flight on China Airlines Business Class and a quick 6 hours nap (oops) we were ready to hit the ground running in Taipei. I had no idea what to expect with the Grand Hyatt Taipei, but I was really excited to check it out. I knew it was in an ... ( read ...

Taiwan, Guatemala reaffirm commitment to bilateral ties

GUATEMALA CITY -- President Tsai Ing-wen and her Guatemalan counterpart ... Tsai said that "we're pleased to have taken part in the first three phases of the project," adding that Taiwan will continue to provide assistance. The Republic of China embassy ... ( read original story ...)

Taiwan deploys fighter jets as China enters Taiwan Strait

(CNN)Taiwan on Wednesday deployed fighter jets, a surveillance aircraft and Navy frigates in response to the movement of China's lone aircraft carrier into the Taiwan Strait on Wednesday, according to Taiwan's state-run Central New Agency. The Liaoning ... ( read original story ...)

Hong Kong divided over Forbidden City museum plan

The Nationalist government sent some of its most valuable imperial treasures to Taiwan. Today ... a non-profit that runs the city's horse racing and betting business, would fund the project with a HK$452m ($58.3m; £48m) donation. Critics have accused ... ( read original story ...)

Hotel Review: Shangri-La’s Far Eastern Plaza Hotel, Taipei

Shangri-La’s Far Eastern Plaza Hotel, Taipei is a luxury city centre hotel in Taipei. As the tallest hotel in the city this family hotel in Taipei offers unparalleled views over the city, including wonderful views of the famous Taipei 101 tower. ( read original story ...)