Many analysts believe that Beijing is too preoccupied with China’s own economic woes to contemplate using military force to bring Taiwan to heel. But is that too optimistic?
Taiwan election a relief for world markets, concern for local investors
Taiwan's election could allay global concerns about the island's relations with China, while prompting a light selloff domestically on Monday as investors worry the result could hinder economic policy.
‘Youth don’t see themselves as Chinese!’ Taiwan risks ‘infuriating’ China with ploy to appeal to voters
Taiwan could “infuriate” the Chinese as its major political parties shift their electoral priorities, Mark Montgomery has claimed. The former Navy Rear Admiral told Jacob Rees-Mogg on GB News America that the country’s ruling class is focusing on winning the youth vote.
Polls open as Taiwan voters choose their next president, weighing China’s threat and the island’s stability
Polls open as Taiwan voters choose their next president, weighing China’s threat and the island's stability.
Taiwan has chosen its new president. What’s at stake and how might China respond?
All eyes will be on Taiwan this Saturday as voters choose a new leader under the shadow of an increasingly assertive China that has spent the past eight years ramping up its threats toward the ...
US Delegation To Arrive In Taipei Sunday: De-facto US Embassy For Taiwan
A US delegation will arrive in Taiwan on Sunday for an unofficial visit the day after the self-ruled island held a crucial election, the de-facto American embassy in Taipei said.
Ko Wen-je: The dark horse who has shaken up Taiwan’s politics
On Saturday, more than a quarter of Taiwan's voters, including many young people, chose maverick politician Ko Wen-je in the presidential poll. And in the legislature elections, his fledgling Taiwan's People Party (TPP) won eight seats which could wield power in a parliament where no-one has won the majority.
Taiwan Investing US$300 Million in Senior Care Technology – TaiwanPlus News
Taiwan, a soon-to-be super-aged society, is investing US$300 million in developing more senior-friendly technologies to help older people access care services and stay connected.
Taiwan expects China to apply pressure on incoming government
Taiwan's government believes China is likely to attempt to put pressure on its incoming president after the island goes to the polls on Saturday, including staging military manoeuvres near the island this spring,
Biden says ‘we do not support independence’ for Taiwan after its election returns party seeking to limit Beijing’s influence
U.S. President Joe Biden speaks to the press on Saturday. NDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS/AFP via Getty Images President Joe Biden said the US did not support independence for Taiwan, after voters there defied China and returned the governing Democratic ...
Taiwan Voters Snub Beijing for a Third Time, Leaving China With Few Good Options
China has raged against Taiwan’s ruling party, accusing it of pursuing a separatist agenda that must be confronted with economic muscle and shows of military might.On Saturday, Taiwanese voters handed the Democratic Progressive Party another ringing victory,
Alert: Polls open as Taiwan voters choose their next president, weighing China’s threat and the island’s stability
Polls open as Taiwan voters choose their next president, weighing China’s threat and the island's stability.
Taiwan Elections 2024: All eyes on high-stakes election
Taiwan heads to the polls to choose its next leader in a high-stakes presidential election, polls opened at 8:00 AM local time at nearly 18,000 locations. Taiwan has slammed China for allegedly intimi
In a Setback for Beijing, Taiwan Elects Lai Ching-te as President
Taiwan’s vice president, whose party has emphasized the island’s sovereignty, defeated an opposition party that favors reviving engagement with China.
Polls open in Taiwan’s critical elections
Taiwan's presidential and parliamentary elections commence amid heightened tensions with China. The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) aims for a third term with candidate Vice President Lai Ching-te,
Don’t rock the boat: Canberra’s message to Taipei and Beijing
US President Jo Biden has already directed a US delegation to travel to Taipei following the poll – bearing messages of reassurance but also restraint: don’t rock the boat. Australia should be saying very much the same thing to Beijing, Washington and Taipei. Canberra has a big investment in preserving the status quo.