In rare direct response to an American trip to the self-ruled island, Foreign Minister Wang Yi says Washington would ‘bear the consequences’. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan president tests negative after COVID case at her residence
Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen tested negative for COVID-19 on Friday after a relative she previously had a meal with at her residence was confirmed to be infected, but her public events will all be ... ( read original story ...)
US approves air-defense upgrade for Taiwan as COVID-19 nixes reported visit by Pelosi
The United States has approved a $95 million military sale to boost Taiwan’s air defenses, as China sends increasing numbers of warplanes near the island democracy. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan March exports hit new record, Ukraine war clouds outlook
Taiwan's exports rose for a 21st straight month in March to a new record in line with forecasts, boosted by continued strong tech demand, though the government warned of continued supply chain ... ( read original story ...)
Two bodies found after S Korea ship goes missing near Taiwan
The Sierra Leone-flagged, 322-tonne ship was on its way to Indonesia’s Batam port from the South Korean city of Busan while towing the Kyoto 2 tender vessel, which has been found in the area. “Our ... ( read original story ...)
China Rips Pelosi Over Reported Taiwan Trip, Setting Up Showdown
China lashed out at House Speaker Nancy Pelosi for reportedly planning a landmark trip to Taiwan that’s been delayed because she has Covid-19, setting up a showdown when her visit to Asia is ... ( read original story ...)
‘Tip of the iceberg’: Taiwan’s spy catchers hunt Chinese poachers of chip talent
Taiwan's spy catchers have launched probes into around 100 Chinese companies suspected of illegally poaching semiconductor engineers and other tech talent, a senior official at the island's ... ( read original story ...)
Wang Yi makes clear China’s stance on Pelosi’s reported Taiwan visit
Chinese State Councillor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Thursday made clear China's solemn position on media reports that US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi would visit Taiwan. ( read original story ...)
China State Media Warn of ‘Destructive Strike’ to Taiwan If Pelosi Visits
A Chinese state newspaper warned of a potential "destructive strike" against Taiwan if House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visits the island nation, arguing that "warplanes" should be used as a threat. Some ... ( read original story ...)
Janet Yellen says US would use sanctions if China invaded Taiwan
Russia’s attack on Ukraine has undermined confidence that world powers would be able to prevent a crisis from similarly erupting over Taiwan ... ( read original story ...)
China ship shadows research vessel
A Chinese coast guard ship last month maneuvered for days near a research vessel deployed by Taiwanese and Philippine scientists to undertake a crucial survey of undersea fault lines west of the ... ( read original story ...)
China accuses US, Taiwan officials of ‘playing with fire’ with Ukraine comparisons
China has accused the U.S. and Taiwan of "playing with fire" after comparisons between the Ukraine-Russia war have mounted against Beijing and Taipei. ( read original story ...)
U.S. is using conflict in Ukraine to ramp up tensions over Taiwan
If the war in Ukraine teaches us anything, it should be noted that this zero-sum ideological crusading and obsession with military and alliance-based expansionism does not offer safety, security or ... ( read original story ...)
Pelosi to visit Taiwan in first such trip for 25 years, reports say
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is scheduled to visit Taiwan, according to media reports, a landmark display of American support that triggered a diplomatic protest from Beijing. ( read original story ...)
China warns of ‘strong measures’ if U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visits Taiwan
China reacted sharply Thursday to reports of a planned Taiwan visit by U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, saying it would take strong measures in response and warning that such a trip would negatively ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan to move away from zero-Covid strategy: minister
Taiwan will move away from a zero-Covid policy and instead focus on tackling the most severe infections in an effort to live with the coronavirus, its health minister said Thursday. ( read original story ...)