Taiwan's economy minister expressed concern on Friday about China's "sudden" decision to apply to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), and said it ... ( read original story ...)
New Taipei COVID-19 Delta cluster grows to 33 cases
Taiwan on Thursday confirmed two new domestic COVID-19 cases, one of which was linked to a cluster in New Taipei's Banqiao District, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC). The ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan welcomes support from major allies after Aukus pact riles China
Australia and US pledge stronger ties, EU calls for trade deal and Johnson refuses to rule out getting involved in a conflict involving the island ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan calls for quick start to trade talks with EU
Taiwan's government called on the European Union to quickly begin trade talks after the bloc pledged to seek a trade deal with the tech-heavyweight island, something Taipei has long angled for. ( read original story ...)
Fears UK’s nuclear sub deal with US and Australia could drag Britain into war if China invades Taiwan – as Boris Johnson ‘rules nothing out’ and security advisor says military …
Boris Johnson (pictured yesterday) was asked yesterday what the new naval alliance - dubbed AUKUS - would do if Beijing marched on Taipei. ( read original story ...)
Theresa May questions if Aukus pact could lead to war over Taiwan
Ex-PM asks Boris Johnson what UK’s obligations would be under deal if China attempted to invade island ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Plans to Bulk Up Military Budget to Contend with Chinese Pressure
A special $8.7 billion spending package would fund missiles, naval ships and other systems designed to deter an invasion by the People’s Liberation Army. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan plans $9 billion boost in arms spending, warns of ‘severe threat’
Taiwan proposed on Thursday extra defence spending of T$240 billion ($8.69 billion) over the next five years, including on new missiles, as it warned of an urgent need to upgrade weapons in the face ... ( read original story ...)
New COVID-19 case with Delta visited Taipei, New Taipei, Taoyuan
The new domestic COVID-19 case reported on Wednesday, a cabin cleaner at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, has been confirmed to be infected with the Delta variant of the coronavirus and had been ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan plans $9 bln boost in arms spending, warns of ‘severe threat’
Taiwan proposed on Thursday extra defence spending of T$240 billion ($8.69 billion) over the next five years, including on new missiles, as it warned of an urgent need to upgrade weapons in the face ... ( read original story ...)
Between Missile Launches, China Ally North Korea Lashes Out at U.S. Over Taiwan
"The U.S. moves clearly prove the nature of the American empire that is leaving no means untried in a bid to attain its sordid purpose," analyst Kim Myong Chol wrote in North Korean state media. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Air Force Expels China Warplanes During Anti-landing Drills
Taiwan's Defense Ministry has confirmed air defense identification zone intrusions by a fleet of nine Chinese military aircraft on Wednesday. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Is ‘Sea Fortress’ Against China, Minister Tells U.S. Audience
Taiwan is a "sea fortress" blocking China's expansion into the Pacific and is willing to share with other democracies its knowledge of countering Beijing's efforts to undermine it, Foreign Minister ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Drills Military as Concerns Over China Grow
An F-16 screeched across the sky before landing on a highway cut through pineapple fields in southwestern Taiwan to refuel quickly and take off again. ( read original story ...)
No Change in ‘One China’ Policy, U.S. Says After Antony Blinken’s Taiwan Comments
A State Department official reiterated the U.S.'s "rock-solid" support for Taiwan and urged China to cease "military, diplomatic, and economic pressure." ... ( read original story ...)
XS House Taipei a prototype for smart living in a metropolitan city
A project by Phoebe Says Wow Architects, XS House Taipei is a 33 square meter guest house prototype for smart living in a metropolitan city. The target user of the space is expected to enjoy a spatial ... ( read original story ...)