Tensions over developments in Taiwan overshadowed an Asian meeting of foreign ministers on Friday, diverting attention at a forum that had been expected to focus on efforts to end the crisis in ... ( 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 ...)
Fri. 11:42 a.m.: Pelosi: China cannot isolate Taiwan by preventing visits
China will not be able to isolate Taiwan by preventing U.S. officials from traveling there, U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said today in Tokyo as she wrapped up an Asia tour highlighted by a visit to ... ( read original story ...)
Porsche Courts Gulf Sovereign Funds for Landmark IPO
Porsche is trying to secure anchor investments from some of the largest Middle Eastern sovereign wealth funds, as the iconic sports-car maker looks to pull off one of Europe’s biggest listings amid ... ( 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 ...)
Facing Chinese threat, what’s at stake for Taiwan’s semiconductor industry
In this digital era, semiconductors are used in almost everything, right from smartphone components to other digital devices. It is the most important component of electronic devices. The industry is ... ( read original story ...)
US postpones ICBM test due to heightened tensions with China over Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan
The decision to postpone the test flight of an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile this week comes as China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) launched military exercises around ... ( read original story ...)
Pelosi: China cannot isolate Taiwan by preventing visits
China will not be able to isolate Taiwan by preventing U.S. officials from traveling there, U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Friday in Tokyo as she wrapped up an Asia tour highlighted by a visit ... ( read original story ...)
Here’s How to Face Down China’s Growing Threat to Taiwan | Opinion
The prospect of Chinese aggression against Taiwan is growing. Admiral Phillip Davidson, former commander of US Indo-Pacific Command, believes China will be ready for an invasion by 2026. ( read original story ...)
‘Remarkably Mild’ Market Response to China’s War Drills Off Taiwan
In response to Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan, China has fired missiles over the island and into Japanese waters, and is simulating a military blockade. ( read original story ...)
China sanctions Pelosi over Taiwan trip: ‘Egregious provocation’
China on Friday imposed sanctions on Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) following her visit to Taiwan, with the country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs calling the trip a “gross interference” and an ... ( read original story ...)