China vows 'forceful' measures after U.S.-Taiwan meeting
1 year, 8 months ago

China vows 'forceful' measures after U.S.-Taiwan meeting

The Hindu  

China vowed reprisals against Taiwan after a meeting between the United States House speaker and the island's president, saying Thursday that the U.S. was on a “wrong and dangerous road.” Speaker Kevin McCarthy hosted Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday in a show of U.S. support for the self-governed island, which China claims as its own, along with a bipartisan delegation of more than a dozen U.S. lawmakers. In response to the meeting, Beijing said in a statement issued early morning by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs that it would take “resolute and forceful measures to defend national sovereignty and territorial integrity.” It urged the U.S. “not to walk further down a wrong and dangerous road.” In December, China’s military sent 71 planes and seven ships toward Taiwan in a 24-hour display of force after expressing anger at Taiwan-related provisions in a U.S. annual defense spending bill. “We will take resolute measures to punish the ‘Taiwan independence’ separatist forces and their actions, and resolutely safeguard our country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity,” China's Taiwan Affairs Office said in a statement Thursday, referring to Tsai and her political party as separatists. Opposition lawmaker Johnny Chiang of the Nationalist party said Tsai’s meeting with McCarthy was within the limits of the “one China” policy because it showed that while Congress was relatively free to support Taiwan, the White House was more constrained, according to local media.

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China says US ‘playing with fire’ by giving Taiwan more military aid
3 days, 8 hours ago

China says US ‘playing with fire’ by giving Taiwan more military aid

Al Jazeera  

Beijing calls on the US to stop ‘dangerous moves’ that ‘undermine peace and stability’ in the Taiwan Strait. A statement from the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday urged the US to stop its “dangerous moves that undermine peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait”. China’s Taiwan Affairs Office said such actions by the US “contradict its leaders’ serious …

China has expanded its nuclear force and strengthened ties to Russia, the Pentagon says
6 days, 17 hours ago

China has expanded its nuclear force and strengthened ties to Russia, the Pentagon says

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — China is expanding its nuclear force, has increased military pressure against Taiwan and has strengthened its ties with Russia over the past year, according to a Pentagon report Wednesday that details actions accelerating key areas of conflict with the United States. Liu Pengyu, the embassy spokesman, said such annual reports by the Pentagon are “filled with ‘Cold-War’ thinking …

Beijing, Washington can achieve 'many great things' with joint efforts, says China’s foreign minister
1 week, 1 day ago

Beijing, Washington can achieve 'many great things' with joint efforts, says China’s foreign minister

Firstpost  

Initiatives such as financial talks and cross-border drug control ‘fully prove that as long as China and the United States cooperate, we can accomplish many great things’, Wang Yi said at a symposium in Beijing China’s foreign minister said on Tuesday that Beijing and Washington can achieve “many great things” as long as they work together, ahead of the inauguration …

Amid rising China-Taiwan tension, Beijing sends team to Taipei for pacts on healthcare, red panda
1 week, 1 day ago

Amid rising China-Taiwan tension, Beijing sends team to Taipei for pacts on healthcare, red panda

Firstpost  

Deputy head of Shanghai’s Taiwan Affairs Office Li Xiaodong and Shanghai Vice Mayor Hua Yuan arrived in Taipei on Monday for an annual forum hosted this year by the Taipei City government, which is led by the Beijing-friendly main opposition party Kuomintang A group of Chinese politicians arrived in Taiwan on Monday for a rare visit, as relations between Beijing …

China’s military is staying silent on its recent activity around Taiwan
1 week, 5 days ago

China’s military is staying silent on its recent activity around Taiwan

Associated Press  

BEIJING — China’s military kept silent Friday on its large deployment of naval and coast guard ships off Taiwan this week, with its top spokesperson quoting an ancient strategist instead. He then said that the military will decide whether to hold an exercise based on its needs and the situation, and that, either way, the country’s People’s Liberation Army remains …

Taiwan blames ‘troublemaker’ China for huge naval drills near shores
2 weeks ago

Taiwan blames ‘troublemaker’ China for huge naval drills near shores

Al Jazeera  

Defence Ministry says it tracked 53 Chinese military aircraft and 11 navy ships in 24 hours. Taiwan’s presidency has called on China to halt its “provocative acts” after the self-ruled island’s officials accused Chinese forces of ramping up military drills on its doorstep. “These actions inject uncertainty and risk into the region, creating disruptions for neighbouring countries, and it confirms …

Taiwan military on high alert as China warships sail near island
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Taiwan military on high alert as China warships sail near island

Raw Story  

Taiwan's military was on high alert Monday after detecting Chinese warships near the island, Taipei said, as it prepared for likely drills by Beijing in response to President Lai Ching-te's US visits. The ministry said its forces had "identified PLA Eastern, Northern, and Southern Theater Command naval formations, along with Coast Guard vessels, entering areas around the Taiwan Strait and …

Taiwan's military on high alert as Chinese warships sail near island
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Taiwan's military on high alert as Chinese warships sail near island

ABC  

Taiwan's military has raised its alert level after detecting Chinese warships near the island as it prepares for likely drills by Beijing in response to President Lai Ching-te's US visits. The ministry said its forces had "identified PLA Eastern, Northern, and Southern Theater Command naval formations, along with Coast Guard vessels, entering areas around the Taiwan Strait and the Western …

China begins military movements around Taiwan as the island braces for potential drills
2 weeks, 2 days ago

China begins military movements around Taiwan as the island braces for potential drills

CNN  

Taipei/Hong Kong CNN — Multiple formations of Chinese naval and coast guard vessels are moving in waters around the Taiwan Strait and the Western Pacific, Taiwan’s Defense Ministry said Monday, as the island braces for potential military drills by Beijing. Chinese authorities voiced firm opposition to Lai’s trip, referring to him as a “separatist.” Lai’s trip came after the US …

‘Doomed to fail’: China warns Taiwan, US over push for independence, containing Beijing
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

‘Doomed to fail’: China warns Taiwan, US over push for independence, containing Beijing

Firstpost  

Lai visited Guam and Palau earlier this week drawing the ire from Beijing which has considered Taiwan as part of its territory and opposes any international recognition of the island As Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te concluded his trip to the US-Pacific Islands, China warned the island nation that relying on Washington for its independence “will inevitably hit a wall”. “Seeking …

China is using an “anaconda strategy” to squeeze Taiwan
2 weeks, 4 days ago

China is using an “anaconda strategy” to squeeze Taiwan

Live Mint  

China’s dislike of Taiwan’s president Lai Ching-te is no secret. “The PLA is using an ‘anaconda strategy’ to squeeze the island,” says Admiral Tang Hua, Taiwan’s navy commander. The government may be worried that too much disclosure would damage Taiwan’s public morale or economy, says Admiral Tang. “The PLA is trying to force Taiwan to make mistakes,” says Admiral Tang, …

Taiwan’s president urges China to ‘open its arms’ amid rising tensions
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Taiwan’s president urges China to ‘open its arms’ amid rising tensions

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Taiwanese president Lai Ching Te …

US will run out of missiles in war with China, lose the conflict, warns Congressional wargame
2 weeks, 4 days ago

US will run out of missiles in war with China, lose the conflict, warns Congressional wargame

Firstpost  

Congress members and private experts have flagged that the United States would run out of weapons in case of a full-scale armed conflict with China A missile is launched from a United States military HIMARS system during joint military drills at a firing range in northern Australia as part of Exercise Talisman Sabre on July 22, 2023. In the House …

Taiwan’s leader calls on China to refrain from threats ahead of expected military drills
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Taiwan’s leader calls on China to refrain from threats ahead of expected military drills

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te called on China to “open its arms rather than raise its fists” as he wrapped up his first overseas tour since taking office in May. The president spoke a day after China’s Foreign Ministry announced sanctions on 13 American companies and six executives in response to recently announced U.S. weapons sales to Taiwan. …

Sanctions announced on US military firms, execs
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Sanctions announced on US military firms, execs

China Daily  

A view of Taipei. The Foreign Ministry announced the decision on Thursday to sanction 13 enterprises and six senior executives related to the US military industry, following the US' several recent announcements of arms sales to China's Taiwan region. Such arms sales "seriously violate the one-China principle and the three China-US joint communiques, seriously interfere in China's internal affairs and …

Sanctions announced on US military firms, execs
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Sanctions announced on US military firms, execs

China Daily  

A view of Taipei. The Foreign Ministry announced the decision on Thursday to sanction 13 enterprises and six senior executives related to the US military industry, following the US' several recent announcements of arms sales to China's Taiwan region. Such arms sales "seriously violate the one-China principle and the three China-US joint communiques, seriously interfere in China's internal affairs and …

Taiwan’s Lai signals hope for continued US support under Trump
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Taiwan’s Lai signals hope for continued US support under Trump

Live Mint  

HONOLULU—In a speech and in a series of meetings with American political figures during his visit to the U.S., Taiwan President Lai Ching-te signaled that Taipei hopes to enjoy the same support from the incoming Trump administration that it has enjoyed from President Biden. On the second day of a highly sensitive visit to Hawaii, Lai held virtual meetings with …

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 …

Taiwan's president meets Hawaii's governor and members of Congress in a visit condemned by China
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Taiwan's president meets Hawaii's governor and members of Congress in a visit condemned by China

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy On a two-day visit to …

We have to 'fight together to prevent war', Taiwan's Lai says in U.S.
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

We have to 'fight together to prevent war', Taiwan's Lai says in U.S.

The Hindu  

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te said in the U.S. on Saturday that we have to “fight together to prevent war”, as he kicked off a week-long tour of the Pacific that has sparked fiery rhetoric from Beijing. Speaking at a dinner in the U.S. Island State of Hawaii on Saturday, Mr. Lai said there were “no winners” from conflict and “we …

China blasts the USA for hosting Taiwan president as Beijing vows 'resolute countermeasures' against potential $385m arms sale in aftermath of Chinese war games around island nation
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

China blasts the USA for hosting Taiwan president as Beijing vows 'resolute countermeasures' against potential $385m arms sale in aftermath of Chinese war games around island nation

Daily Mail  

China has slammed the US for hosting the president of Taiwan on American soil, and vowed to implement 'resolute countermeasures' against the sale to the island nation of arms worth nearly $400million. The sale was announced hours before Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te left on a visit to Taipei's three diplomatic allies in the Pacific, with stops in Hawaii and the …

China blasts US arms sale to Taiwan, President Lai’s visit to Hawaii
3 weeks, 3 days ago

China blasts US arms sale to Taiwan, President Lai’s visit to Hawaii

Al Jazeera  

Beijing lodges ‘serious protests’ with the US saying it ‘strongly condemns’ Taiwanese leader’s stopover in Hawaii, Guam. China has pledged “resolute countermeasures” following the United States’ decision to approve more arms sales to Taiwan, just hours before the island’s President William Lai Ching-te made a transit through the state of Hawaii, which further angered Beijing. In a statement on Sunday, …

Taiwan's president departs for Pacific visit with a two-day stop in the US. China isn't happy
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Taiwan's president departs for Pacific visit with a two-day stop in the US. China isn't happy

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Taiwan's president departed Saturday …

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 …

Mainland slams Lai Ching-te's provocative move of transiting through Hawaii
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Mainland slams Lai Ching-te's provocative move of transiting through Hawaii

China Daily  

BEIJING -- A Chinese defense spokesperson on Thursday slammed Taiwan regional leader Lai Ching-te's plan to transit through Hawaii during his so-called "visits" out of Taiwan. The Chinese military will resolutely crush any separatist attempt seeking "Taiwan independence" and thwart any external interference, Wu Qian, spokesperson for the Ministry of National Defense, told a press briefing in response to Lai's …

Forget China: In the Pacific Islands, the US Is Its Own Worst Enemy
1 month ago

Forget China: In the Pacific Islands, the US Is Its Own Worst Enemy

The Diplomat  

The United States is competing with China for influence and access in the Pacific Islands, a region that could play a crucial role in winning a war in Asia, much as it did during World War II. He believes that U.S. efforts to resolve the nuclear legacy have been “inadequate” and “therefore remain unfinished.” When will the United States listen …

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 …

Chinese ambassador to US calls Taiwan biggest flashpoint in relations, warns of potential conflict
1 month, 1 week ago

Chinese ambassador to US calls Taiwan biggest flashpoint in relations, warns of potential conflict

Firstpost  

With a new, China hawks-filled, America -focused government set to occupy the White House, the China-US and Taiwan-US relations are on uncertain grounds Taiwan has been called the biggest flashpoint in US-China relations. Reuters China’s ambassador to the United States, Xie Feng, cautioned on Friday that Taiwan remains the biggest potential flashpoint between Beijing and Washington. “The Taiwan question is …

Taiwan has no 'concrete list' of arms deal for Trump, but wants to discuss ways to reinforce defence capacity – Firstpost
1 month, 1 week ago

Taiwan has no 'concrete list' of arms deal for Trump, but wants to discuss ways to reinforce defence capacity – Firstpost

Firstpost  

A senior Taiwan official said that Taipei does not have any concrete list of new arms deals to put to the US’ incoming Trump administration, but is willing to discuss how to continue to reinforce its defence capacity A US-made TOW-2A wire-guided anti-tank missile launched by Taiwanese soldiers from a M1167 TOW carrier vehicle at the Fangshan training grounds in …

Putin backs ‘no limits’ friend Xi’s Taiwan move: ‘China not pursuing an aggressive policy’
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Putin backs ‘no limits’ friend Xi’s Taiwan move: ‘China not pursuing an aggressive policy’

Firstpost  

China views democratically governed Taiwan as its own territory, despite strong objections by the government in Taipei, and regularly holds wargames near the island Russian President Vladimir Putin described China on Thursday as Russia’s ally and threw his weight behind Beijing’s claims over Taiwan while stating that no countries had anything to fear from deepening Sino-Russian cooperation. “We do not …

Taiwan Sees Potentially ‘More Pros Than Cons’ If Trump Wins
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Taiwan Sees Potentially ‘More Pros Than Cons’ If Trump Wins

Live Mint  

Top Taiwanese officials moved to ease concern about the potential fallout if Donald Trump returns to the White House, making a case that the technology restrictions promised by the former US president against China would outweigh the risks to the island. When asked by a lawmaker on Tuesday about Taiwan’s preparations for the US election results, Liu said that while …

Taiwan Readies For U.S. Election — And Potential ‘Uncertainty’ Ahead
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Taiwan Readies For U.S. Election — And Potential ‘Uncertainty’ Ahead

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING TAIPEI, Taiwan — For years, Taiwan has enjoyed solid bipartisan support in Washington — a consensus that has only strengthened as China has increasingly threatened the self-governing island, which it claims as its own territory and has promised to “reunify” with the mainland. Wu added that Taiwan’s concern boils down to “uncertainty” and said the island remains …

China holds live-fire drills near Taiwan a week after encircling the island in another military exercise
2 months ago

China holds live-fire drills near Taiwan a week after encircling the island in another military exercise

ABC  

China has held live-fire drills off the coast of its territory closest to Taiwan, just a week after a massive air-and-sea drill it described as punishment for Taiwan's president rejecting Beijing's claims of sovereignty. Taiwan's Defense Ministry said China's drills were part of an annual exercise and it was tracking them. It now increasingly sends large numbers of warplanes and …

China encircles Taiwan in latest round of war games
2 months, 1 week ago

China encircles Taiwan in latest round of war games

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council, which formulates its China policy, …

China launches war games around Taiwan, drawing sharp criticism from Taipei
2 months, 1 week ago

China launches war games around Taiwan, drawing sharp criticism from Taipei

ABC  

China's military has commenced a new round of war games near Taiwan, aimed at signalling a stern warning to the island's pro-independence movements. Taiwan's Defence Ministry said on Tuesday it had detected a record number of 153 Chinese military aircraft participating in China's war games around the island. Taiwan's security chief said China's military drills around the island were "inconsistent …

Taiwan detects China’s test-firing of missiles
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Taiwan detects China’s test-firing of missiles

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan’s Defense Ministry said Sunday it detected multiple waves of missile firings within China, days after Beijing said it successfully fired an intercontinental ballistic missile into the Pacific Ocean. The ministry said in a statement that the missile firings were carried out by China’s Rocket Force and the Chinese military in Inner Mongolia as well as Gansu …

Mainland says it firmly opposes US' arms sales to Taiwan
3 months ago

Mainland says it firmly opposes US' arms sales to Taiwan

China Daily  

The Chinese mainland is strongly dissatisfied with and firmly opposed to the United States' arms sales to China's Taiwan region, a Defense Ministry spokesperson said on Friday. In response to a query concerning recent US plans to sell arms to Taiwan region, Zhang Xiaogang, a spokesperson for the Ministry of National Defense, noted such arms sales seriously violate the one-China …

China urges US to immediately stop arming Taiwan
3 months ago

China urges US to immediately stop arming Taiwan

China Daily  

BEIJING -- A Chinese spokesperson on Thursday urged the United States to immediately stop arming China's Taiwan region and sending erroneous signals to separatist forces advocating for "Taiwan independence." In response to a query concerning recent US plans to sell arms to Taiwan, Chen Binhua, a spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, urged the United States to honor …

Mainland asks US to stop arming Taiwan
3 months ago

Mainland asks US to stop arming Taiwan

China Daily  

A Chinese mainland spokesman on Thursday urged the United States to immediately cease arming Taiwan and to stop sending wrong signals to the "Taiwan independence" separatist forces, calling for concrete actions to fulfill its commitment of not supporting "Taiwan independence". The ruling Democratic Progressive Party authorities in Taiwan said that this would help enhance Taiwan's "self-defense" capabilities. Chen Binhua, a …

Mainland asks US to stop arming Taiwan
3 months ago

Mainland asks US to stop arming Taiwan

China Daily  

A Chinese mainland spokesman on Thursday urged the United States to immediately cease arming Taiwan and to stop sending wrong signals to the "Taiwan independence" separatist forces, calling for concrete actions to fulfill its commitment of not supporting "Taiwan independence". The ruling Democratic Progressive Party authorities in Taiwan said that this would help enhance Taiwan's "self-defense" capabilities. Chen Binhua, a …

De facto U.S. envoy warns Taiwan is not China’s only target
3 months, 2 weeks ago

De facto U.S. envoy warns Taiwan is not China’s only target

The Hindu  

The new de facto U.S. ambassador to Taiwan said Wednesday that the democratic island is “not the only target” of China’s “intimidation and coercion”, with more countries cooperating with Washington to “avoid war”. “Taiwan is not the only target of PRC efforts to use intimidation and coercion to change the status quo,” said Raymond Greene, director of the American Institute …

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 …

After talks, it's time to take more important steps
3 months, 3 weeks ago

After talks, it's time to take more important steps

China Daily  

Whenever officials from China and the United States meet, world leaders take note. As the US presidential election occurs in roughly two months and as President Biden is not seeking re-election, it is incumbent on him to advance US-Chinese relations before either former president Donald Trump or Vice-President Kamala Harris enters the Oval Office in January 2025. Indeed, words matter, …

Taiwan slams China 'intervention' after Pacific bloc alters statement
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Taiwan slams China 'intervention' after Pacific bloc alters statement

The Hindu  

The Taiwanese Foreign Ministry on Saturday accused China of an "arbitrary intervention" after a joint declaration by Pacific leaders was altered to remove mentions of Taiwan. "Taiwan issued the strongest condemnation on China's arbitrary intervention and unreasonable actions that undermine regional peace and stability," the Foreign Ministry said in a statement. Self-ruled Taiwan — which Beijing claims as its own …

China urges US for pragmatic China policy in talks with Sullivan
3 months, 3 weeks ago

China urges US for pragmatic China policy in talks with Sullivan

China Daily  

Zhang Youxia, vice-chairman of the Central Military Commission, met with the United States National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan in Beijing on Thursday during the US official's three-day visit to China. Zhang, China's top uniformed military official, noted that the successful San Francisco meeting between the presidents of the two countries last November and their phone call in April this year …

China says Taiwan's independence is the greatest threat to regional stability but vows no new action
3 months, 3 weeks ago

China says Taiwan's independence is the greatest threat to regional stability but vows no new action

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy China's foreign minister on Wednesday …

Top US, China officials to meet on military, Taiwan, fentanyl
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Top US, China officials to meet on military, Taiwan, fentanyl

Hindustan Times  

By Trevor Hunnicutt Top US, China officials to meet on military, Taiwan, fentanyl Aug 27 - U.S. President Joe Biden's national security adviser Jake Sullivan is embarking on several days of talks with top Chinese officials in Beijing this week aimed at quieting tensions between the two superpowers ahead of the Nov. 5 U.S. election. Sullivan, China's top diplomat Wang …

Here's why Taiwan is watching the U.S. election closely
4 months, 1 week ago

Here's why Taiwan is watching the U.S. election closely

NPR  

Here's why Taiwan is watching the U.S. election closely toggle caption An Rong Xu/Bloomberg via Getty Images TAIPEI, Taiwan — As the U.S. presidential candidates lay out their visions for the country over the next four years, Taiwan is also pondering what impact American policy will have on its future. Taiwan is looking for security guarantees While the U.S. adheres …

Taiwan says record number of Chinese warplanes detected amid NATO summit
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Taiwan says record number of Chinese warplanes detected amid NATO summit

Al Jazeera  

Taiwan has said it is watching China’s military movements after detecting the most Chinese warplanes near the island in a 24-hour window so far this year, as Beijing conducts drills that are coinciding with the NATO summit in Washington, DC. Taiwan’s Ministry of Defence said in a statement on Thursday that “66 PLA aircraft and seven PLAN vessels operating around …

New top US envoy to Taiwan pledges to help the island with self-defense as threats from China loom
5 months, 2 weeks ago

New top US envoy to Taiwan pledges to help the island with self-defense as threats from China loom

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — The United States’ new top envoy to Taiwan promised Wednesday that Washington will help the self-ruled island defend itself as China ramps up its military threats. “First of all, and the most important thing, the U.S. will strongly support Taiwan’s self-defense capabilities,” Greene said as he met with Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te. “We both have common and …

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