Taiwan visit of Nancy Pelosi heightens US-China tensions
2 years, 3 months ago

Taiwan visit of Nancy Pelosi heightens US-China tensions

The Hindu  

Published : Aug 27, 2022 13:10 IST The recent Taiwan visit of Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the US House of Representatives, not surprisingly, triggered a strong reaction from the Chinese government. “The nature of bilateral relationship between China and the US has changed and the Taiwan issue has been used as an outpost and a pawn in Washington’s efforts to contain China,” said Wang Yong, a professor at Peking University, writing in South China Morning Post. After the PLA military exercises got over, the White House announced that the US would “conduct air and maritime transits through the Taiwan Straits in the next few weeks”. “The provocative behaviour of the US is not accidental but a meticulously planned farce,” Wang said after a meeting with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen. “The US ‘plot of using Taiwan to contain China’ will never succeed, and it will never change the historical trend of Taiwan’s inevitable return to the motherland.” In a joint statement, the ASEAN Foreign Ministers warned against “provocative action” over the Taiwan issue. After the Chinese embassy had taken note of India’s prolonged silence over the Pelosi visit and its aftermath and asked for clarifications, the Indian External Affairs Ministry spokesperson said that India continued to adhere to its traditional one China policy but remained opposed to any unilateral change in the status quo over Taiwan.

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Taiwan president spoke with US House Speaker Johnson, China warns of 'red lines'
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Taiwan president spoke with US House Speaker Johnson, China warns of 'red lines'

Hindustan Times  

By Yimou Lee and Michael Martina Taiwan president spoke with US House Speaker Johnson, China warns of 'red lines' TAIPEI -Taiwan President Lai Ching-te spoke by telephone with U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson during Lai's visit to the Pacific, the presidential office said on Thursday, as Beijing called the Taiwan issue a "red line" not to be crossed in Sino-U.S. …

US House Speaker Holds Call With Taiwan’s Leader, Report Says
2 weeks, 6 days ago

US House Speaker Holds Call With Taiwan’s Leader, Report Says

Live Mint  

-- US House Speaker Mike Johnson held a call with Taiwan President Lai Ching-te, Voice of America reported, a move likely to add to China’s reasons to step up military intimidation of the democracy. China condemned the US for allowing the transit in Hawaii, raising the possibility that the People’s Liberation Army holds more military drills around Taiwan soon. The …

Taiwan's Lai talks 'China threats' with ex-U.S. House speaker Pelosi
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Taiwan's Lai talks 'China threats' with ex-U.S. House speaker Pelosi

Raw Story  

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te discussed "China's military threats" toward the island in a call with former U.S. House speaker Nancy Pelosi on Sunday, drawing a fresh barrage of criticism from Beijing. Lai and Pelosi discussed "China's military threats toward Taiwan", presidential spokeswoman Karen Kuo told reporters, describing the 20-minute call between the "long-time friends" as "warm and amicable". In response …

China opposes any visit by leader of Taiwan authorities to US: spokesperson
3 weeks, 5 days ago

China opposes any visit by leader of Taiwan authorities to US: spokesperson

China Daily  

BEIJING -- China opposes any visit by the leader of the Taiwan authorities to the United States in any name or under whatever pretext, foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Thursday. Stressing that the one-China principle is a basic norm of international relations and a prevailing international consensus, Mao said the Lai Ching-te authorities' political manipulation and separatist provocations …

China rebuffs meeting with US defense secretary
1 month ago

China rebuffs meeting with US defense secretary

CNN  

CNN — China rejected a meeting with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin during a conference in southeast Asia this week, marking the latest turn in a tumultuous relationship between the two countries’ defense leaders. Austin sought to meet with his Chinese counterpart, Dong Jun, at the ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Meeting-Plus in Laos as part of a long-standing effort to maintain military …

As Beijing threatens, Taiwan looks nervously at Trump
1 month, 1 week ago

As Beijing threatens, Taiwan looks nervously at Trump

Live Mint  

TAIPEI—Donald Trump has given Taiwan more than a few reasons to be anxious. “I’m confident that the longstanding partnership between Taiwan and the U.S. will keep being a key pillar of stability in the region," President Lai Ching-te said Wednesday after a briefing on what to expect from the White House after Trump returns. Taiwan must brace for economic shock …

US envoy to Taiwan declares ties ‘rock solid’ amid military threats from China
3 months, 2 weeks ago

US envoy to Taiwan declares ties ‘rock solid’ amid military threats from China

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — The top U.S. envoy to Taiwan on Wednesday said American support for the island is “rock-solid, principled, and bipartisan,” and said Washington will continue to follow through on its commitments to ensure the island can defend itself against threats from China. A senior American diplomat, Greene arrived two months ago to serve as director of the American …

Cross Taiwan redline and risk ruining ties with the mainland
4 months, 1 week ago

Cross Taiwan redline and risk ruining ties with the mainland

China Daily  

The US Capitol building is seen in Washington, DC, in this file photo. Leaders and politicians the world over know that Taiwan is a part of China and that both the Chinese mainland and the Taiwan island belong to one country, though there are exceptions such as former US House speaker Nancy Pelosi. In a recent Australian Broadcasting Corporation program, …

Cross Taiwan redline and risk ruining ties with the mainland
4 months, 1 week ago

Cross Taiwan redline and risk ruining ties with the mainland

China Daily  

The US Capitol building is seen in Washington, DC, in this file photo. Leaders and politicians the world over know that Taiwan is a part of China and that both the Chinese mainland and the Taiwan island belong to one country, though there are exceptions such as former US House speaker Nancy Pelosi. In a recent Australian Broadcasting Corporation program, …

China denounces US-UK engagement of Taiwan shortly after election of new president
6 months, 3 weeks ago

China denounces US-UK engagement of Taiwan shortly after election of new president

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — China’s Defense Ministry on Thursday denounced U.S. and U.K. affirmations of support for Taiwan’s newly elected government, shortly after the island claimed by Beijing freely chose its new leaders. Col. Wu Qian accused the United Kingdom of pursuing a “Cold War” mentality and attempting to “instigate confrontation.” The comments Thursday came after a a U.S. congressional delegation …

Malevolent US lawmakers out to cause trouble selfishly putting lives at risk with their games: China Daily editorial
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Malevolent US lawmakers out to cause trouble selfishly putting lives at risk with their games: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

The rhetoric of war surrounding the Taiwan Strait has reached new heights these days with Taiwan's new leader, Lai Ching-te, making his radical secessionist stance clear to all. The visit to Taiwan by a bipartisan delegation of the US Congress this week, shortly after Lai's inauguration, is only the most recent instance of Washington's malign designs. Michael McCaul, who led …

Video: How Chinese attack on Taiwan would look like
7 months ago

Video: How Chinese attack on Taiwan would look like

India Today  

China is carrying out a large-scale two-day military exercise around Taiwan as a “strong punishment” for the self-ruled island’s “separatist acts”. Joint Sword-2024A aims to test “joint seizure of comprehensive battlefield control, and joint precision strikes on key targets”, China’s state-run news agency Xinhua reported quoting PLA’s Eastern Theatre Command. Chinese National Defence University’s Zhang Chi said the PLA forces …

US criticized for attending Taiwan event
7 months ago

US criticized for attending Taiwan event

China Daily  

The Taipei 101 skyscraper commands the urban landscape in Taipei, Taiwan. A Chinese mainland spokesman condemned the United States and a few other nations on Monday for sending representatives to what was called the inauguration ceremony of Taiwan's new leader, Lai Ching-te, and for extending congratulations to him. He strongly condemned any form of interference in Taiwan affairs by other …

US criticized for attending Taiwan event
7 months ago

US criticized for attending Taiwan event

China Daily  

The Taipei 101 skyscraper commands the urban landscape in Taipei, Taiwan. A Chinese mainland spokesman condemned the United States and a few other nations on Monday for sending representatives to what was called the inauguration ceremony of Taiwan's new leader, Lai Ching-te, and for extending congratulations to him. He strongly condemned any form of interference in Taiwan affairs by other …

Work in progress
8 months, 1 week ago

Work in progress

China Daily  

MA XUEJING / CHINA DAILY Whether China and the US can act on the San Francisco Vision is a test for the political wisdom of both sides President Xi Jinping spoke with United States President Joe Biden on the phone on April 2,during which the two presidents had a candid and in-depth exchange of views on China-US relations and issues …

Work in progress
8 months, 1 week ago

Work in progress

China Daily  

MA XUEJING / CHINA DAILY Whether China and the US can act on the San Francisco Vision is a test for the political wisdom of both sides President Xi Jinping spoke with United States President Joe Biden on the phone on April 2,during which the two presidents had a candid and in-depth exchange of views on China-US relations and issues …

U.S.-China military talks on air and maritime safety resume after a nearly 2-year break
8 months, 2 weeks ago

U.S.-China military talks on air and maritime safety resume after a nearly 2-year break

LA Times  

This image from video provided by the Department of Defense shows an intercept of a U.S. warplane by Chinese aircraft in the Pacific Ocean on June 8, 2022. For the first time in nearly two years, U.S. and Chinese defense officials met this week to discuss unsafe and aggressive ship and aircraft incidents between their militaries in the Pacific region, …

U.S. Congress members praise Taiwan, call it ‘closest friend’
10 months ago

U.S. Congress members praise Taiwan, call it ‘closest friend’

The Hindu  

A group of United States Congress members met with Taiwan’s President on February 22 in a show of bipartisan support that is certain to draw scrutiny from China, which opposes such visits and sees them as a challenge to its claim of sovereignty over the self-governing island. A visit by then-House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to Taiwan two years ago resulted …

China demands the US stop any official contact with Taiwan following a congressional visit
10 months ago

China demands the US stop any official contact with Taiwan following a congressional visit

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — China responded sternly Thursday to a U.S. congressional delegation’s visit to Taiwan, demanding the U.S. stop any official contact with the self-governing island. “China opposes any form of official interaction between the U.S. and Taiwan authorities and rejects U.S. interference in Taiwan affairs in whatever form or under whatever pretext,” Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said. Mao spoke …

US Congress members praise Taiwan’s democracy in a visit that’s certain to draw China’s scrutiny
10 months ago

US Congress members praise Taiwan’s democracy in a visit that’s certain to draw China’s scrutiny

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — A group of United States Congress members met with Taiwan’s president Thursday in a show of bipartisan support that is certain to draw scrutiny from China, which opposes such visits and sees them as a challenge to its claim of sovereignty over the self-governing island. Two years ago, a visit by then-House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to Taiwan …

A US congressional delegation affirms bipartisan support for Taiwan in first visit since election
11 months ago

A US congressional delegation affirms bipartisan support for Taiwan in first visit since election

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — A bipartisan delegation from the United States Congress reaffirmed support for Taiwan during a visit Thursday following its election of a new president. AP AUDIO: A US congressional delegation affirms bipartisan support for Taiwan in first visit since election. President-elect Lai thanked the visiting co-chairs of the U.S. Congressional Taiwan Caucus for their visit, saying that “today’s …

What a new president in Taiwan means for the island, China, the US and the world
11 months, 1 week ago

What a new president in Taiwan means for the island, China, the US and the world

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan’s incoming president is promising more of the same. “Xi Jinping has invested considerable effort and credibility in tamping down tensions with the West, both to lower China’s profile in an American election year and to buy space to deal with myriad problems at home.” U.S. RELATIONS AND DIPLOMACY President Joe Biden has sent an unofficial delegation …

Taiwan Election Piles Pressure on Delicate U.S.-China Ties
11 months, 1 week ago

Taiwan Election Piles Pressure on Delicate U.S.-China Ties

Live Mint  

Taiwan’s election of the presidential candidate China most distrusts puts at risk a fragile detente between Washington and Beijing, threatening another flare-up between the world’s biggest economic and military powers. Beijing is also expected to demonstrate its anger with Lai’s election by stepping up pressure on the economic, military and diplomatic fronts—including tariff measures, combat drills and increased efforts to …

The US relationship with China faces a test as Taiwan elects a new leader
11 months, 1 week ago

The US relationship with China faces a test as Taiwan elects a new leader

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Washington’s relationship with Beijing will face its biggest test since the leaders of the two countries met in November, as the United States seeks to keep the Taiwan Straits calm after Taiwanese v oters select a new president this weekend. A senior White House official said the U.S. will keep channels of communication open with China and will …

US plans to send an unofficial delegation to Taiwan to meet its new leader amid tensions with China
11 months, 2 weeks ago

US plans to send an unofficial delegation to Taiwan to meet its new leader amid tensions with China

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Biden administration will send an unofficial delegation comprised of former senior officials to Taiwan shortly after the self-governed island holds an election for a new president this weekend, a move that could upset Beijing in an already-fragile bilateral relationship. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning didn’t say whether China regards the planned delegation as a form of “official …

Committed to 'managing' China-US ties 'responsibly', Biden assures Xi Jinping
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Committed to 'managing' China-US ties 'responsibly', Biden assures Xi Jinping

Firstpost  

US President Joe Biden on Monday conveyed to his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping his dedication to handling bilateral relations “responsibly”. Emphasising his commitment to responsibly managing this significant relationship, Biden expressed eagerness to further enhance the US-China ties, building on the progress achieved by their predecessors and through continued discussions and meetings between the two heads of state, as reported …

US, China top military officials hold meeting for first time in over a year amid hopes of restoration of ties
1 year ago

US, China top military officials hold meeting for first time in over a year amid hopes of restoration of ties

India TV News  

The top US military official on Thursday held a virtual meeting with his Chinese counterpart for the first time in over a year, amid hopes that it could lead to a broader restoration of relations between the two countries, said the Pentagon. US Air Force General Charles Q Brown, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and General Liu Zhenli …

'Deliberately disrupted South China Sea': Beijing attacks US after combat ship ‘illegally’ enters territorial waters
1 year ago

'Deliberately disrupted South China Sea': Beijing attacks US after combat ship ‘illegally’ enters territorial waters

Firstpost  

“The US has deliberately disrupted the South China Sea, seriously violated China’s sovereignty and security, severely undermined regional peace and stability, and seriously violated international law and basic norms…,” a spokesperson for China’s Southern Theatre Command said in a statement After an American warship navigated in disputed South China Sea waters, China on Monday criticised the US, highlighting the continued …

China keeps up military pressure on Taiwan, sending 43 planes and 7 ships near self-governing island
1 year, 1 month ago

China keeps up military pressure on Taiwan, sending 43 planes and 7 ships near self-governing island

The Hindu  

November 02, 2023 05:45 am | Updated 05:45 am IST - TAIPEI Taiwan said Wednesday that China sent 43 military aircraft and seven ships near the self-ruled island, the latest sign that Beijing plans no let-up in its campaign of harassment, threats and intimidation. It said Taiwan had monitored the situation, scrambled jet fighters, dispatched ships and activated land-based missile …

China keeps up military pressure on Taiwan, sending 43 planes and 7 ships near self-governing island
1 year, 1 month ago

China keeps up military pressure on Taiwan, sending 43 planes and 7 ships near self-governing island

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan said Wednesday that China sent 43 military aircraft and seven ships near the self-ruled island, the latest sign that Beijing plans no let-up in its campaign of harassment, threats and intimidation. It said Taiwan had monitored the situation, scrambled jet fighters, dispatched ships and activated land-based missile systems, all standard responses to Chinese military activities, which …

China military drills send ‘stern warning’ to Taiwan after US visit
1 year, 4 months ago

China military drills send ‘stern warning’ to Taiwan after US visit

Al Jazeera  

Chinese People’s Liberation Army exercises were expected following Taiwan Vice President William Lai’s stopover in US. China has launched air and sea military exercises around Taiwan to send a “stern warning” to separatist forces on the island following a recent visit by Taiwan’s Vice President William Lai to the United States. Taiwan responded on Saturday saying the drills highlighted Beijing’s …

China’s military drills around Taiwan are a ‘stern warning’ after island VP stops in U.S.
1 year, 4 months ago

China’s military drills around Taiwan are a ‘stern warning’ after island VP stops in U.S.

LA Times  

In this image taken from video footage run by China’s CCTV, Chinese soldiers take part in military drills in China on Saturday. The Chinese military launched drills around Taiwan on Saturday as a “stern warning” over what it called collusion between “separatists and foreign forces,” its defense ministry said, days after the island’s vice president stopped over in the United …

As Taiwan prepares for anti-invasion exercises, China sends dozens of warplanes toward the island
1 year, 5 months ago

As Taiwan prepares for anti-invasion exercises, China sends dozens of warplanes toward the island

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — China sent dozens of warplanes, including fighter jets and bombers, toward Taiwan, the island’s Defense Ministry said Saturday, marking a forceful display days before the democracy plans to hold military exercises aimed at defending itself against a possible invasion. Among them were J-10 and J-16 fighters and H-6 bombers, and 22 of the detected warplanes crossed the …

China Criticizes the Upcoming US Visit of Taiwan's 'separatist' Presidential Front-runner
1 year, 5 months ago

China Criticizes the Upcoming US Visit of Taiwan's 'separatist' Presidential Front-runner

News 18  

China is criticizing an upcoming stopover in the United States by Taiwan’s vice president and presidential front-runner William Lai as a challenge to its territorial integrity, while Taiwan says it’s merely a transit stop. A senior U.S. administration official said such trips are hardly unusual — there have been 10 previous vice presidential visits in the last two decades, including …

China criticizes the upcoming US visit of Taiwan’s presidential front-runner
1 year, 5 months ago

China criticizes the upcoming US visit of Taiwan’s presidential front-runner

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — China is criticizing an upcoming stopover in the United States by Taiwan’s vice president and presidential front-runner William Lai as a challenge to its territorial integrity, while Taiwan says it’s merely a transit stop. A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman said at a briefing in Beijing that China had lodged formal protests with the U.S. over Lai’s visit …

Why haven’t China and the US agreed to restore military contacts?
1 year, 6 months ago

Why haven’t China and the US agreed to restore military contacts?

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has wrapped up a closely watched visit to Beijing during which he and President Xi Jinping pledged to stabilize plunging U.S-China ties. “It is absolutely vital that we have these kinds of communications,” he said, adding that it was something the United States will “keep working on.” Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin …

China eyes Blinken’s imminent visit with deep distrust and low expectations
1 year, 6 months ago

China eyes Blinken’s imminent visit with deep distrust and low expectations

CNN  

Editor’s Note: A version of this story appeared in CNN’s Meanwhile in China newsletter, a three-times-a-week update exploring what you need to know about the country’s rise and how it impacts the world. In a phone call with Blinken, China’s Foreign Minister Qin Gang urged the US to “show respect” on Beijing’s core concerns and stop interfering in its internal …

Taking Chinese threat very seriously: Taiwan warns of conflict with China in 2027
1 year, 8 months ago

Taking Chinese threat very seriously: Taiwan warns of conflict with China in 2027

India Today  

Amid strained ties with China, Taiwan's foreign minister has expressed his concerns regarding the possibility of conflict with the Xi Jinping-led country in 2027. According to US intelligence, China's leader, Xi Jinping, has ordered the country's military to be prepared to annex Taiwan by 2027 and Taiwan's Foreign Minister, Joseph Wu, has taken the Chinese military threat seriously. Wu also …

China Foreign Minister steps up threats against Taiwan
1 year, 8 months ago

China Foreign Minister steps up threats against Taiwan

The Hindu  

China’s Foreign Minister stepped up threats on Friday against the self-governing island of Taiwan, saying any who go against Beijing’s demand to exert control over the island are “playing with fire.” Qin Gang’s remarks on Friday came at the end of a speech espousing China’s contribution to the global economy and the interests of developing nations, in which he repeatedly …

US sails warship through Taiwan Strait after China’s drills
1 year, 8 months ago

US sails warship through Taiwan Strait after China’s drills

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — The United States Navy has sailed a warship through the Taiwan Strait in its first known transit since China carried out an encirclement exercise around self-ruled Taiwan. Last week China concluded large-scale air and sea drills in the strait in retaliation for Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen meeting with U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy on April 5 in …

China sanctions US Congress member for Taiwan visit
1 year, 8 months ago

China sanctions US Congress member for Taiwan visit

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — China sanctioned a United States lawmaker Thursday for his visit to Taiwan, saying he violated the “One China” principle that says Beijing has sovereignty over the island. China retaliated for U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s meeting on April 5 with Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen by sanctioning the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and other organizations, adding to strains …

US House leader and Taiwan president meet as China protests
1 year, 8 months ago

US House leader and Taiwan president meet as China protests

Associated Press  

SIMI VALLEY, Calif. — Risking China’s anger, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy hosted Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday as a “great friend of America” in a fraught show of U.S. support at a rare high-level, bipartisan meeting on U.S. soil. Tsai said she stressed to lawmakers Taiwan’s commitment “to defending the peaceful status quo where the people in Taiwan may …

China's top legislature issues statement on meeting between US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, Tsai Ing-wen
1 year, 8 months ago

China's top legislature issues statement on meeting between US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, Tsai Ing-wen

China Daily  

BEIJING - The Foreign Affairs Committee of the National People's Congress, China's top legislature, on Thursday issued a statement in response to the meeting between US congressional members including House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and the Taiwan leader Tsai Ing-wen in the United States. The following is the full text of the statement: On April 6, in disregard of China's strong …

China condemns US-Taiwan meet, vows 'resolute' response
1 year, 8 months ago

China condemns US-Taiwan meet, vows 'resolute' response

Hindustan Times  

China's foreign ministry on Thursday condemned the meeting between US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and Taiwan president Tsai Ing-wen in California, state media Xinhua reported. Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy and Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen shake hands in the Air Force One Pavilion at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library after making statements to the press on April 5, 2023 …

For McCarthy and Taiwan’s leader, visit marks historic first
1 year, 8 months ago

For McCarthy and Taiwan’s leader, visit marks historic first

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The moment was historic — a U.S. House speaker meeting Wednesday with the president of Taiwan for a rare visit on American soil, a high-profile encounter designed to boost support for the island government but already drawing blowback from an enraged China. “It’s a very good debut,” said Newt Gingrich, the Republican former speaker who led a delegation …

Taiwan defies China pressure before US House speaker meeting
1 year, 8 months ago

Taiwan defies China pressure before US House speaker meeting

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan defied threats of retaliation by China ahead of an expected meeting between the island’s president and the U.S. House speaker Wednesday that will underscore her government’s claim to sovereignty. The Chinese Consulate in Los Angeles issued a statement Monday saying it opposed any “any form of contact” between Taiwan authorities and the U.S. “The reality and …

US Speaker McCarthy meets Taiwan’s Tsai despite China pressure
1 year, 8 months ago

US Speaker McCarthy meets Taiwan’s Tsai despite China pressure

Al Jazeera  

China has denounced the meeting with Taiwan’s president as a provocation, in violation of its ‘One China’ policy. McCarthy called Tsai “a great friend to America” and added: “I am optimistic we will continue to find ways for the people of America and Taiwan to work together to promote economic freedom, democracy, peace and stability.” Tsai thanked McCarthy for his …

US House Speaker McCarthy to meet Taiwan president Tsai this week
1 year, 8 months ago

US House Speaker McCarthy to meet Taiwan president Tsai this week

Al Jazeera  

Kevin McCarthy’s office confirms he will meet Tsai Ing-wen in California on Wednesday despite Beijing’s warnings. The office of United States House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has confirmed that the Republican leader will meet Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen in California this week, in a move condemned by Beijing. “On Wednesday, April 5th, Speaker Kevin McCarthy will be hosting a bipartisan meeting …

Taiwan's President begins U.S. visit to shore up support despite China threats
1 year, 8 months ago

Taiwan's President begins U.S. visit to shore up support despite China threats

The Hindu  

Taiwan’s President is beginning a swing through the United States and Central America, a visit aimed at showing that her self-ruled island has allies as it faces a rising threat from China. Taiwan was carefully calibrating President Tsai Ing-wen's stops in the United States, and as always forgoing any official meetings with senior U.S. leaders in Washington, in an effort …

In New York, Taiwan leader says ties with US ‘closer than ever’
1 year, 8 months ago

In New York, Taiwan leader says ties with US ‘closer than ever’

Al Jazeera  

Beijing has condemned Tawain President Tsai Ing-wen’s stop in the US, with a Chinese official pledging to ‘fight back’. Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen has hailed the island’s relations with the United States during a stopover on her way to Central America, a “transit” that has been condemned by Beijing. Tsai’s trip comes days after Honduras established ties with Beijing and …

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