China toned down its rhetoric on Taiwan, saying it is inevitable that the self-governing island will come under its control but that it would promote efforts to achieve that peacefully. ( read original story ...)
China softens Taiwan rhetoric as U.S. and Canadian warships sail through strait
A Beijing official said the self-ruling island could have a “social system different from the mainland,” under a proposal for peaceful “reunification” with almost no public support. ( read original story ...)
Biden’s bullish rhetoric on Taiwan risks provoking China with no gain in security
The president’s latest pledge to defend the island contradicts the US’s longstanding One China policy ... ( read original story ...)
Here’s what to expect from APAC’s commercial property investment market in H2
The double whammy of inflation and interest rate hikes will further dampen market demand. Commercial real estate markets in Asia Pacific are set to experience moderating demand for the rest of the ... ( read original story ...)
Beijing to toughen punishment for Taiwan’s pro-independence forces, officials say
State Council's Taiwan Affairs Office stresses peaceful reunification with the island is still Beijing's top priority Beijing is unlikely to specify circumstances for taking 'non-peaceful' action ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan trade delegates visiting Iowa pledge to buy nearly $3 billion of U.S. corn, soybeans
Taiwan delegates plan to buy nearly $3 billion worth of U.S. corn, soybeans. That's good news for Iowa farmers, who lead nation in growing the crops. ( read original story ...)
China on ‘high alert’ as US and Canadian warships cross Taiwan Strait
Drill is second in a month by a US Navy ship and second jointly by US and Canada in less than a year, since October 2021 ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan’s largest battery comes online
United Renewable Energy has energized a 15 MW/15 MWh storage system connected to a 150 MW solar park located near Tainan. ( read original story ...)
China on ‘high alert’ as US and Canadian warships transit Taiwan Strait
Drill is second in a month by a US Navy ship and second jointly by US and Canada in less than a year, since October 2021 ... ( read original story ...)
China Says It Has Patience Needed to Bring Taiwan Under Control
China said it has the patience to someday bring Taiwan under its control, partly because “compatriots” there want it to happen -- a view that contrasts with polling showing skeptical views of Beijing ... ( read original story ...)
U.S., Canadian warships sail through Taiwan Strait for 2nd time in a year
The transit was the second in a month by a U.S. Navy ship, and the second jointly by the United States and Canada in less than a year, since October 2021. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan agrees to purchase more than $2.6 billion in US corn, soybeans in coming years
Under the agreement, Taiwan Vegetable Oil Manufacturers Association will buy an estimated $1.9 to $2.1 billion in corn and soybeans from Iowa between 2023 and 2024. ( read original story ...)
China willing to make effort for peaceful ‘reunification’ with Taiwan
China is willing to make the utmost effort to strive for a peaceful "reunification" with Taiwan, a Chinese government spokesperson said on Wednesday, following weeks of military manoeuvres and war ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Stock Market May Hand Back Tuesday’s Gains
The Taiwan stock market on Tuesday ended the two-day slide in which it had stumbled almost 250 points or 1.8 percent. The Taiwan ... ( read original story ...)
The Taiwanese chip billionaire squaring up to China
In his 50-year-long career, the Taiwanese tech tycoon has duelled with industry rivals, challenged the Taipei government, struggled with prosecutors and clashed with politicians. Now, Tsao is wading ... ( read original story ...)
US destroyer and Canadian frigate transit Taiwan Strait amid tensions with China
United States and Canadian warships sailed through the Taiwan Strait in a "routine" transit on Tuesday amid escalating tensions with China. ( read original story ...)