FILE PHOTO: Lai Ching-te, Taiwan's vice president and the ruling Democratic Progressive Party's (DPP) presidential candidate, speaks during a press conference in Taipei, Taiwan November 20, 2023. REUTERS/Carlos Garcia Rawlins/File photo Reuters
Taiwan’s pro-China opposition unity bid fails, eases poll run for ruling party
The opposition Kuomintang (KMT) and the much smaller Taiwan People's Party (TPP), both campaigning to forge better ties with China, had agreed to work together against the ruling Democratic Progressiv
Australian warship passes through Taiwan Strait: Taipei military
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence said Friday that an Australian warship sailed through the Taiwan Strait the day before, a sensitive waterway separating the self-ruled island from China. The ship ...
Taiwan opposition parties name VP candidates after unity talks collapse
Taiwan's two main opposition parties on Friday named their vice presidential candidates after talks about running a joint ticket to take on the ruling party failed.
Taiwan Candidates Quarrel on Television as Unity Ticket Implodes
Taiwan’s opposition presidential candidates engaged in a public mud-slinging match on live television, shattering the prospects of a China-friendly unity ticket in a moment likely to be remembered as ...
Taiwan says Australian warship sailed through sensitive Taiwan Strait close to China
Incident comes after maritime altercation between Chinese and Australian warships off Japan’s coast last week that injured navy divers ...
Taiwan opposition rushes to register candidates after talks implode on live TV
Taiwan's opposition parties rushed to register their candidates for president on Friday with hours to go before a deadline, after talks on running a joint ticket collapsed in dramatic fashion on live ...
Santa Bear Invites Friends to a Sweet Party – Joyful and Cozy Atmosphere All Over Christmasland in New Taipei City
Joyful and Cozy Atmosphere All Over Christmasland in New Taipei City The “2023 Christmasland in New Taipei City,” which has been held for 13 consecutive years, has already kicked off on Nov. 17 (Fri), ...
China Tried Using Economic Ties to Bring Taiwan Closer. It Isn’t Working.
Taiwanese businesses are reducing the island’s dependence on China, angering Beijing as it sees its economic leverage ebb.
Taiwan opposition talks on presidential bid teeter after bitter live TV showdown
Talks between Taiwan's two main opposition parties on forming a joint presidential bid teetered on collapse on Thursday after a dramatic showdown broadcast live on television in which party leaders ...
Taiwan poll shows dip in US trust amid growing concern over China
Survey two months before presidential election reveals more than 80% of people think threat from Beijing has worsened ...
Taiwan ruling party talks China policy as opposition campaign unravels
Taiwan's ruling party outlined the need for talks to avoid conflict with China on Thursday, as the island's main opposition parties' campaign to win back power unravelled further on deep disagreement ...
Norwegian official backs Taipei office
Liberal Party of Norway Chairwoman Guri Melby yesterday told President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) that she would back the establishment of a representative office in Taipei, as supporting Taiwan is an ...
Fly for free from Hong Kong to Bangkok and Taipei – here’s how!
Hong Kong International Airport is offering a way for travellers to secure free round-trip flight tickets from Hong Kong to Bangkok or Taipei ...
Taiwan Opposition Candidates Jump-Start Talks on Single Ticket
Taiwan’s opposition candidates for president appear to be jump-starting talks on forming a joint ticket that could reshape the race.
War with China is not an option, Taiwan ruling party VP candidate says
TAIPEI: The vice presidential candidate for Taiwan's ruling party said on Thursday (Nov 23) that war with China is not an option, pointing to cross-strait communications as key to easing tensions. The ...