Taiwan’s pandemic prevention playbook is, by many indicators, a gold standard. Despite its proximity to the Covid-19 epicentre in the city of Wuhan, China, the 23 million-people country has so far ... ( read original story ...)
Business is booming for Brazilian farmers but deforestation looms large
Brazilian farmer Rodrigo Pozzobon drives his pickup truck toward his giant corn and soybean fields at the edge of the Amazon rainforest where, COVID-19 pandemic or not, business is booming thanks to ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan risks being caught up in US-China power struggle
Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen delivers her address to soldiers amid the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic during her visit to a military base in Tainan, southern Taiwan, on April 9. (AP) People wearing ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Finalizes $62 Billion Purchase of F-16 Jets from Lockheed Martin
Taiwan already has a fleet of F-16s purchased in 1992. The new contract, which the Pentagon said is for an initial delivery order of 90 jets, provides for more modern aircraft with the newest ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan risks being caught up in the power struggle between the United States and China
It took less than 24 hours after United States Secretary of Health and Human Services Alex Azar touched down in Taiwan, in an historic visit intended to convey President Donald ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan’s China-friendly opposition routed in mayoral by-election
Taiwan's main opposition party the Kuomintang (KMT), which traditionally favours close ties with China, was routed in a key mayoral by-election on Saturday, a vote overshadowed by turmoil in Hong Kong ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan finalises purchase of F-16 jets from Lockheed Martin
Taiwan finalized the purchase of F-16 fighter jets from US aircraft manufacturer Lockheed Martin on Friday, a source confirmed to AFP, in a $62 ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan will never yield to Chinese provocation: MAC
Chinese military exercises in the area undermine peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait, and endanger the lives and property of Taiwanese people, Chiu said. Chiu made the statement in response to ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan finalises $62bn purchase of F-16 jets
WASHINGTON: Taiwan finalised the purchase of F-16 fighter jets from US aircraft manufacturer Lockheed Martin on Friday, a source confirmed to AFP, in a $62 billion, 10-year deal sure to anger Beijing. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s Plight Casts Shadow Over Taiwan’s Diplomatic Corps
China's crackdown on democratic freedoms in Hong Kong has generated strong reactions in Taiwan, where senior officials are mourning Hong Kong's losses even as they revel in a rare surge of diplomatic ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s Plight Casts Shadow Over Taiwan’s Diplomatic Coups
China's crackdown on democratic freedoms in Hong Kong has generated strong reactions in Taiwan, where senior officials are mourning Hong Kong's losses even as they revel in a rare surge of diplomatic ... ( read original story ...)
Eric Chou’s gigs at Taipei Arena draw 33,000
TAIPEI • In what could be a silver lining for the return of concerts, Mandopop star Eric Chou has held the first post-pandemic, full-scale arena shows in Taiwan - drawing 33,000 attendees.. Read more ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan risks being caught up in the power struggle between the US and China
It took less than 24 hours after United States Secretary of Health and Human Services Alex Azar touched down in Taiwan, in an historic visit intended to convey President Donald Trump's support for the ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan finalizes $62bn purchase of F-16 jets from Lockheed Martin
Taiwan finalized the purchase of F-16 fighter jets from US aircraft manufacturer Lockheed Martin on Friday, a source confirmed to AFP, in a $62 billion, 10-year deal sure to anger Beijing. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan’s Strategy To Hold Back A Chinese Invasion Is Filled With Holes
To evaluate Taiwan’s defenses, ask whether Taipei is asking too much of the armed forces—and whether the armed forces are remaking themselves adequately to cope with today’s brave new world. ( read original story ...)
Trump, Biden and Taiwan
America’s commitment to the island should be a campaign issue. ( read original story ...)