Taipei Zoo says Tuan Tuan, a giant panda that China gave Taiwan in 2008 has passed away. The bear’s condition became “irreversible” and he could no longer “live a quality life”, a statement from the zoo said. According to Taipei Zoo, a giant panda that China gave Taiwan in 2008 has passed away following a … Read more
US President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping met for the first time on Monday. The two discussed Taiwan, North Korea and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. It was Mr. Biden’s first face-to-face encounter with Mr. Xi since taking office. Following a cordial meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, US President Joe Biden declared there … Read more
US President Joe Biden and Chinese leader Xi Jinping will discuss Taiwan when they meet next week. It will be their first face-to-face meeting since Mr. Biden took office in 2020. Relations between the two nations are currently at an all-time low. When US President Joe Biden and Chinese leader Xi Jinping meet next week … Read more
Taiwan has invited Chinese veterinarians to assist in the treatment of a male panda who has become critically ill. Beijing gave the giant panda known as Tuan Tuan and his breeding mate Yuan Yuan to Taiwan in 2008. However, the 18-year-old bear’s condition has gotten worse, and zookeepers in Taiwan believe he may have a … Read more
Japan is reportedly in negotiations with the United States to purchase U.S.-made Tomahawk cruise missiles. Tokyo seeks its largest arms buildup since WW II in response to China’s rapid military modernization. The news was confirmed by Japanese local newspaper. Japan is in the last stages of negotiations with the United States to purchase U.S.-made Tomahawk … Read more
Elon Musk said on Tuesday that Taiwan should join China. The prime of that country responded by saying the billionaire “doesn’t know anything” about the autonomous island. Beijing, which claims democracy as part of its territory, is always threatening to invade Taiwan and annex it. Elon Musk said on Tuesday that Taiwan should join China, … Read more
China’s envoy to the US commended Elon Musk for suggesting a special administration zone for Taiwan. Taiwan’s de facto ambassador to Washington rebuked Musk, stating that Taiwan’s “freedom and democracy are not for sale”. China has long threatened to subjugate Taiwan, which it claims as one of its provinces. China’s envoy to the United States … Read more
China’s ambassador to the United States thanked billionaire Elon Musk for suggesting a special administration zone for Taiwan. But he also emphasized Beijing’s call for “peaceful reunification” and “one country, two systems” for the island. Musk suggested that tensions between China and Taiwan could be eased by giving Beijing some control over Taiwan. China’s ambassador … Read more
Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen will address the island’s military in her National Day speech on Monday. A source says she will talk about “improving national defence combat power and uniting the morale of the people.” This comes at a time when tensions with China have gotten much worse. Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen will promise to … Read more
Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen says her country will not rely on other countries to defend it. She did welcome the U.S. commitment to the island’s security during what she called China’s “encroachment” on its sovereignty. The median line in the Taiwan Strait has been routinely crossed by Chinese military planes. President Tsai Ing-wen said on … Read more
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin believes that China is attempting to establish a new normal with its military exercises around Taiwan. The United States is seeking to re-establish open connections with their Chinese counterparts. A meeting between Vice President Joe Biden and President Xi of China at the upcoming G-20 Summit in November is likely … Read more
Vice President Kamala Harris spoke at a U.S. Naval base in Japan on Wednesday. She said that by attacking Taiwan, China was “undermining” the rules-based order of the world. Washington will continue to support Taiwan’s self-defense, she said. Vice President Kamala Harris called out China. She said that the Asian superpower was doing “disturbing” things … Read more
China says it is willing to strive for peaceful “reunification” with Taiwan. Comments follow weeks of military maneuvers and war games by Beijing near the self-ruling island. China has proposed a “one country, two systems” model for Taiwan, similar to that for Hong Kong. A Chinese government spokesperson said on Wednesday that China is willing … Read more
A 6.8-magnitude earthquake hit southeastern Taiwan on Sunday. The quake caused train cars to derail, a convenience store to collapse, and hundreds of people to get stuck on mountain roads. It came after a 6.4 magnitude quake in the same area on Saturday night. The weather bureau of Taiwan said that a 6.8-magnitude earthquake hit … Read more
Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping will discuss Taiwan and Ukraine in Uzbekistan. The meeting comes just a month before Xi is scheduled to solidify his position as the most powerful Chinese leader since Mao Zedong. Russia’s top oil customer and one of the major sources of income for the government coffers in Moscow is China. … Read more
It comes after Nancy Pelosi, the speaker of the US House of Representatives, made Taipei her first official US visit in 25 years last month. The Chinese embassy in Washington warned the US to renounce the pact or suffer “counter-measures.” A $655 million radar warning system and 60 Harpoon missiles that can sink ships are … Read more
The equipment includes 60 anti-ship missiles, 100 air-to-air missiles. We are making this announcement in reaction to China’s recent military drills. Following this, China warned to take countermeasures. The US State Department has supported a potential $1.1 billion offer of military gear to Taiwan, including 60 enemy of boat rockets and 100 aerial rockets, with China taking steps to take countermeasures. … Read more
The US announces a $1.1 billion arms package for Taiwan. Washington pledges to continue bolstering the island’s defences. China has threatened Washington with “counter-measures” in light of the rising tensions. In light of the rising tensions with Beijing, which has threatened Washington with “counter-measures,” the United States on Friday announced a $1.1 billion arms package … Read more
Taiwan’s Premier Su Tseng-chang: “Self-defence was the most appropriate reaction after repeated restraint and warnings” China claims Taiwan is attempting to “spice up tension” with drone downing. Kinmen defence command claims two drones were identified and flew back to Xiamen after troops fired flares. Taiwan Premier Su Tseng-chang stated on Friday that shooting down … Read more
China declares that it is “ready to fight any provocation”. US Navy confirms that two cruisers entered international waters in Taiwan Strait. Comes just weeks after US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visited the region, angering China and Taiwan. As two US Navy warships cruise through international waters in the Taiwan Strait, China declares that … Read more
The first round of talks is expected to begin in “early fall”. They will discuss trade facilitation, digital trade, and anti-corruption standards. Relations between the U.S. and China have become increasingly tense over the past year. The United States has announced that formal trade negotiations with Taiwan will begin soon, following a contentious visit by US House … Read more
Party of five US congressmen arrived in Taiwan on Sunday, In reaction to Pelosi’s visit, the Chinese staged a series of military manoeuvres and exercises in the Taiwan Strait. “The visit, however, sparked a new wave of harsh rhetoric from Chinese officials, who claim that the self-governing island is part of Chinese territory. Chinese officials … Read more
A group of five U.S. lawmakers landed in Taiwan on Sunday in another high-level visit to the self-governed island. The unannounced landing comes just days after House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visited Taiwan. China has condemned such visits, but has yet to issue a statement regarding Markey’s group. A party of five US congressmen arrived in … Read more
Taiwan attributed the cancellation of WorldPride 2025 to “political issues.” Taiwan, claiming that the sponsors had asked the word be deleted. It stopped referring to the island as a “region” last year in response to a backlash in Taiwan. Taiwan attributed the cancellation of WorldPride 2025 to “political issues.” Taiwan, claiming that the sponsors had … Read more
The US will increase commerce with Taiwan in reaction to China’s “provocative” behaviour. A new trade strategy will be announced within days, and US military will transit the Taiwan Strait. The announcement comes after Beijing reacted angrily to US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit last week. The US will increase commerce with Taiwan in reaction … Read more
Taiwan’s foreign minister claimed on Tuesday that China was using the military exercises At a news appearance in Taipei, Joseph Wu refused to provide a timeline for a potential invasion of Taiwan, which China claims as its own. Even as the drills persisted and China frequently crossed the unofficial median line down the Taiwan Strait … Read more
China conducting aggressive military drills around Taiwan. Taiwan’s foreign minister says the drills are part of a larger plan to prepare for an invasion. China conducted ballistic missile tests as well as simulated sea and air attacks around the island. Taiwan’s foreign minister warned China on Tuesday that its aggressive military drills around the … Read more
Taiwan’s Foreign Minister Joseph Wu says danger from China is “more serious than ever”. Taiwan will stand hard to safeguard its freedom and democracy, he said. Wu’s tough statement came as China warned it will resume military exercises. Taiwan’s danger from China is “more serious than ever,” but the island will stand hard to safeguard … Read more
