China is halting co-operation with the US in several key areas including climate change, military talks and efforts to combat international crime. The new measures follow a trip to Taiwan by a US ... ( read original story ...)
Diplomatic, military tensions continue to rise in wake of Pelosi’s Taiwan visit
The White House "summoned" China's ambassador Qin Gang over China's provocative actions, spokesperson John Kirby said in a statement. ( read original story ...)
China is ratcheting up pressure on Taiwan. What will the US do next?
Nancy Pelosi visited the island to demonstrate support. But Beijing’s response has shown its capacity for military coercion ... ( read original story ...)
White House summons Chinese ambassador amid military exercises, diplomatic retaliation for Pelosi Taiwan visit
National Security Council spokesman John Kirby said Friday the White House summoned the Chinese ambassador Thursday to condemn China's recent actions. ( read original story ...)
China Says Taiwan Issue Could Take It to ‘War’ With U.S.
"Extra caution and a sense of responsibility is indispensable when it comes to Taiwan," Jing Quan, minister of China's embassy in Washington, D.C. said. ( read original story ...)
Airlines cancel Taipei flights as China’s military drills continue
About half the flights that usually pass through Taiwan's airspace also took other routes. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Update on China Maps Draws More Than 1 Billion Views
A map of Taiwan appearing on China's Baidu and Gaode services has sparked massive interest in the country and the map has so far been viewed more than 1.3 billion times. China's social media platform ... ( read original story ...)
China’s Version of HIMARS Could Be ‘Game Changer’ if Beijing Attacks Taiwan
A long-range Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) that has been described as China's version of the HIMARS could be a "game changer" in a potential direct conflict with Taiwan, according to one expert ... ( read original story ...)
Former Defense Secretary Esper advises American policy toward Taiwan needs update: ‘Outlived its usefulness’
Former Secretary of Defense Mark Esper advised the United States to update its policy toward Taiwan, listing that as one step in deterring China's aggression. ( read original story ...)
China’s Drills Threaten Status Quo of Taiwan Strait, Warns Taipei
TAIPEI - China sent more warplanes and ships across the sensitive median line in the Taiwan Strait Friday according to Taiwanese defense officials who ... ( read original story ...)
China Sends Record 68 Aircraft & 13 Warships To Taiwan Strait As Threat Over Taipei Looms
Taiwanese defence ministry announced that at least 68 Chinese warplanes & 13 warships were spotted in the vicinity of China's military exercises close to Taiwan ... ( read original story ...)
China halts climate, military ties over Pelosi Taiwan visit
China on Friday said it is canceling or suspending dialogue with the United States on a range of issues from climate change to military relations and anti-drug efforts in retaliation for a visit this ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan news: China puts ‘ring of steel’ around island and cuts off all US talks; Taipei warns of ‘firm action’
Taiwan latest as China announces it will sanction US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on her visit to the island, which says it is in a state of "combat readiness". ( read original story ...)
Scoot announces Taipei flight cancellations as China military drills continue
SINGAPORE — Budget carrier Scoot on Friday (Aug 5) said that it has cancelled all of its flights to Taiwan on Aug 5 and 6 as a result of the ongoing airspace restrictions due to China’s military ... ( read original story ...)
Why is everyone talking about Taiwan?
A US politician's visit to Taiwan has got lots of people talking and China is not happy - but what's the big issue? ( read original story ...)
China halts military and climate ties with U.S. and sanctions Pelosi in fury over Taiwan visit
The latest retaliation came as military drills launched by Beijing sent warplanes, naval ships and missiles menacingly close to the small island democracy despite growing criticism. ( read original story ...)