In the complex landscape of Taiwanese defense politics, a stark divide has emerged between the Kuomintang (KMT) and the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) of the Tsai administration, particularly ...
Taiwan’s 2024 Presidential Election: Analyzing William Lai’s Foreign Policy Positions
William Lai’s priorities are bolstering Taiwan’s defenses and consolidating ties with democracies. China is unlikely to pursue dialogue with Lai and would instead increase pressure on Taiwan.
Xi told Biden at summit that China plans reunify with Taiwan
China's President Xi Jinping told President Joe Biden at their recent summit of China's intention to unify with Taiwan.
2024 ELECTIONS: Ko promises to get rid of illegal parking lot
Chairman and presidential candidate Ko Wen-je (柯文哲) yesterday promised to restore an illegal parking lot that was leased to a tour bus company in Hsinchu City to farmland, after facing criticism over ...
Xi told Biden he plans to take Taiwan — by any means necessary
Taiwan, which has a population of more than 23 million ... his son Hunter and brother James Biden’s receipt of millions of dollars as part of a pair of business deals with Chinese state-linked ...
Taipei temperatures could drop to 10°C until Saturday
A strong continental cold air mass moving south toward Taiwan could push temperatures in Taipei down to 10°C or below sometime from yesterday night to Saturday, the Central Weather Administration (CWA ...
Inside Cooler Master’s heatsink-themed Taipei headquarters: Even the cafe is cutting edge
We visited the Cooler Master HQ in Taipei just as the firm was preparing to send piles of new products to Las Vegas for CES 2024.
Xi straight-up told Biden that China is going to take over Taiwan, report says. It could end in war.
The Chinese leader Biden told China's ambitions to control Taiwan were unchanged at a meeting meant to reduce tensions.
In China’s Eyes We’re All Separatists, Taiwan Presidential Frontrunner Says
"Don't foolishly allow China to define Taiwan independence," he said, standing next to the other two candidates, Hou Yu-ih from Taiwan's largest opposition party the Kuomintang, and former Taipei ...
Traveler’s Delight: Discovering Unique Bus Stop Art Installation in New Taipei City, Taiwan
Located in Taiwan, New Taipei City is a bustling urban area, with crowds of people and heavy traffic. Taking the bus is a necessary means of daily com ...
USB-C to be mandatory for phones, NCC plan shows
The EU regulations are to apply to laptops too, but 16 months later than phones, Hsieh said, adding that the Ministry of Economic Affairs is to decide whether Taiwan would regulate laptop chargers.
Xi warned Biden during summit that Beijing will reunify Taiwan with China
The Chinese leader's message in San Francisco got the attention of U.S. officials because it was delivered at a meeting that was intended to reduce tensions.
Taiwan to ‘handle’ spate of Chinese balloons based on threat level
TAIPEI (Reuters) -Taiwan will "handle" Chinese balloons flying nearby based on threat assessments, though officials believe the current wave is for weather purposes, driven by the prevailing winds at ...
Taiwan election: Young voters angry about stagnant wages, soaring home prices
The youth vote could be a deciding factor in the election given how tight the race is becoming, experts said. Read more at straitstimes.com.
China, US shoppers lift Taiwan’s export orders for first time in 15 months in November, but outlook remains dim
Taiwan’s export orders last month edged up by 1 per cent from a year ago to US$50.63 billion in November, data released on Wednesday showed.
Taiwan unveils next-gen chip design initiative for tech autonomy beyond 2026
In response to the technological needs anticipated after 2026, Taiwan's National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) has unveiled the "Key Emerging Chip Design and Development Program." This ...