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U.K. Warship Transits Taiwan Strait for First Time Since 2019
A U.K. frigate sailed through the Taiwan Strait, the first such passage by a British naval vessel since late 2019, as a group of nations led by Washington pushes back at Beijing’s military assertiveness.
Under China pressure, Taiwan opposition choses new leader
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Taiwan’s main opposition Nationalist Party chose former leader Eric Chu as its new chairperson Saturday in an election overshadowed by increasing pressure from neighbor China.
China sends 24 fighter jets toward Taiwan in show of force
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — China sent 24 fighter jets toward Taiwan in a large display of force Thursday, after the self-governing island announced its intention to join an 11-nation Pacific trade group that China has also applied to join.
CPTPP: Taiwan’s Trade Deal Application Sets Up China Showdown
Taiwan’s request to join the Asian-Pacific’s biggest working trade deal, coming just days after China’s submitted its own bid, presents the member nations with a difficult choice - admit one, both or neither?
Taiwan asks to join trade group, says China might interfere
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Taiwan announced Thursday it has applied to join an 11-nation Pacific trade group, setting up a potential clash with rival Beijing over the status of the island democracy. The Chinese government, which claims Taiwan as part of its territory, gave no details of how it might respond but said the island has no right to join international bodies.
Tensions grow as US, allies deepen Indo-Pacific involvement
BANGKOK (AP) — With increasingly strong talk in support of Taiwan, a new deal to supply Australia with nuclear submarines, and the launch of a European strategy for greater engagement in the Indo-Pacific, the U.S.
Taiwan Applies to Join Pacific Trade Deal Days After China
Taiwan has submitted an application to join a Pacific trade deal, just days after China sent its own request to become a member of the agreement which was once pushed by the U.S. as a way to isolate Beijing and solidify American dominance in the region.
Xi’s army: from ‘hiding and biding’ to building China’s dream
The combat capability of the People’s Liberation Army may still be a ‘work in progress’ but it is catching up through influence and training
Will dark horse pushing Taiwan reunification pull off upset in KMT race?
Chang Ya-chung has won over ‘deep blue’ KMT members and is leading opinion polls. But would he also make a viable presidential candidate when the majority is Taiwan-centric?
Mainland China bans Taiwan wax and sugar apple imports
Beijing says plant pests have been found in sugar and wax apples imported from Taiwan, but the island’s authorities say no proof was provided.
China ‘will not spare punishment’ if Taiwan mission in US changes name
PLA tactics to bring Taiwan into the fold could include bigger drills, more frequent sorties and approaches to the island’s airspace, says former colonel.
Taiwan Welcomes AUKUS Pact, Calls For Stronger Ties With Democracies
Under the threat of invasion by China, Taiwan is keen to see stronger strategic and trade partnerships in the Indo-Pacific.
Taiwan drills military as concerns over China grow
JIADONG, Taiwan (AP) — The F-16 screeched across the sky Wednesday before landing on a highway cut through pineapple fields in southwestern Taiwan to refuel quickly and take off again. The Taiwanese military exercise envisioned a Chinese attack taking out the island's main airfields, necessitating the use of rural roads as runways to carry on the fight.
Taiwan targets disenchanted central Europe in investment drive
A delegation from the island will visit Slovakia, the Czech Republic, and Lithuania as annoyance with Beijing grows in the region.
Opinion | What the U.S. Withdrawal From Afghanistan Means for Taiwan
There are many reasons to fear a Chinese invasion of Taiwan. But the American pullout isn’t one of them.
Taiwan’s war games begin with response to simulated PLA biochemical attack
The island’s annual Han Kuang live-fire drills test its ability to defend itself against a possible military attack by Beijing.
China, Taiwan top agenda in race to replace Japan PM Suga as LDP leader
Whoever replaces Yoshihide Suga as LDP leader in the party election later this month is odds-on to become Japan’s next PM. All the contenders agree on the need to counter Chinese aggression and support Taiwan.
Shanghai Halts Some Port Operations and Flights on Typhoon
Shanghai has halted some container port operations and will cancel most flights Monday and Tuesday as Typhoon Chanthu approaches the city, which is China’s financial capital and a major shipping hub.
Is Taiwan about to lose another long-term ally to Beijing?
Debt-ridden Honduras, an 80-year Taiwan ally, may be swayed by Beijing’s vaccine diplomacy and more, analyst says, as presidential candidate pledges to switch allegiance.
