Taiwan, which has maintained a separate government from mainland China since 1949, has vowed to defend itself against any potential aggression from China. ( read original story ...)
China cuts off vital US contacts over Pelosi Taiwan visit
China cut off contacts with the United States on vital issues Friday — including military matters and crucial climate cooperation — as concerns rose that the Communist government's hostile reaction to ... ( read original story ...)
Pentagon chiefs’ calls to China go unanswered amid Taiwan crisis
Top Chinese military officials have not returned multiple calls from their American counterparts this week as a crisis erupted in the Pacific over House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’ s visit to Taiwan, ... ( read original story ...)
As Ukraine and Taiwan Tensions Rage, Pakistan Envoy Warns of Another Crisis
"There's this continuing spell of inattention, which makes Kashmir a blind spot for the international community," Pakistani Ambassador Asad Majeed Khan said. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan tensions: China halts co-operation with US on key issues
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 ...)