A U.S. warship and a U.S. Coast Guard cutter sailed through the Taiwan Strait on Friday, the latest in what Washington calls routine operations through the sensitive waterway that separates Taiwan ... ( read original story ...)
WorldView: India reaches vaccine milestone; Taiwan to bolster military
More than half of India's eligible population has received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. Also, Taiwan is boosting its military spending as it faces increased pressure from China, and ... ( read original story ...)
As China-Taiwan Tensions Rise, Japan Begins Preparing for Possible Conflict
China’s growing assertiveness toward Taiwan has triggering a public push by Japanese leaders to plan for a possible conflict, a shift that could lead to closer cooperation with the U.S. military. ( read original story ...)
World View: India, Taiwan, China
India efforts to avoid third wave with vaccination drive, Taiwan spends $1.4 billion to boost military, China gives actress $46 million ta", a CBSN video on CBSNews.com. View more CBSN videos and ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan plans to spend $1.4 billion on new fighter jets amid rising China military activity
Taiwan announced a modest pace in defense spending for next year on Thursday, but will spend $1.4 billion on new fighter jets, as the island bolsters its forces in the face of increased pressure from ... ( read original story ...)
Taipei Zoo breeds two critically endangered turtles
Taipei Zoo has bred endangered Roti Island snake-necked turtles for the first time, it said on Wednesday. The zoo said it bred two of the species, which is named for its long snake-like neck and the ... ( read original story ...)
Denser cities could be a climate boon, but NIMBYism stands in the way
In San Francisco’s Sunset District, rows and rows of pastel-colored, two-story homes flow from the edge of Golden Gate Park into the sand dunes of Ocean Beach. Many houses here have solar panels on ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan confirms two new local infections, tally at 15,947
The CECC reported two new domestic cases, six imported COVID-19 infections, and two deaths on Thursday, bringing the tally to 15,947. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan plans stricter laws against economic espionage by China
Taiwan will tighten its laws in an effort to fight talent poaching and intellectual property theft from its lucrative tech industry by China, officials said Thursday. ( read original story ...)
Afghanistan’s Collapse: The View From Taiwan
How are Taiwan’s various political players interpreting the U.S. withdrawal, and the subsequent fall of Kabul? ( read original story ...)
HK Express commences Taipei, Kaohsiung services
Hong Kong-based low-cost carrier HK Express launched one-way services to Taipei and Kaohsiung on August 23 and 26 respectively, with return flights slated to take off next month. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan proposes $1.44 billion for new fighters amid modest hike in 2022 defence spending
Taiwan announced a more modest pace in defence spending for next year on Thursday, but will spend $1.44 billion on new fighter jets, as the island bolsters its forces in the face of increased pressure ... ( read original story ...)
China’s trade halt with Lithuania over Taiwan ties sends warning to Europe
Tough response to Baltic nation’s decision to exchange diplomatic offices with Taiwan puts under EU under pressure ... ( read original story ...)
China-Taiwan tensions boil as People’s Liberation Army jets breach Taipei’s airspace
CHINA has yet again entered Taiwan's airspace with military planes, sparking tensions between Beijing and Taipei. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan, EU should link up policies
As this year marks the fifth anniversary of the New Southbound Policy (NSP) the time is ripe to evaluate the challenges and opportunities brought about by the nation’s pivot to the south. Despite the ... ( read original story ...)
Taipei, Taichung restaurants added to Michelin list
Restaurants in Tainan and Kaohsiung are to be in next year’s Michelin Guide alongside those in Taipei and Taichung, Michelin Taiwan said yesterday, adding that seven restaurants in Taipei and Taichung ... ( read original story ...)