Myth of ‘new Yalta’: Why Trump won't let China have its way with Taiwan
3 weeks ago

Myth of ‘new Yalta’: Why Trump won't let China have its way with Taiwan

Firstpost  

Trump’s rhetoric about claiming another territory has no impact on Xi Jinping’s stance on Taiwan. Repeating this trope only helps China in its psychological warfare by giving the impression that the fate of Taiwan is sealed Historical references in news coverage have become one of the biggest red flags. If you believe Trump’s stance on Greenland or Panama has any effect on China’s aggression toward Taiwan, you haven’t been paying attention to what China has been doing for the last decades. When you do, the conclusion is clear: Trump’s rhetoric about claiming another territory has no impact on Xi Jinping’s stance on Taiwan.

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As Trump arm-twists Ukraine to submit to Russia, Taiwan hopes Potus doesn’t form a Xi axis
2 weeks, 3 days ago

As Trump arm-twists Ukraine to submit to Russia, Taiwan hopes Potus doesn’t form a Xi axis

Firstpost  

As Europe—once seen as a formidable and united force—struggled to counter President Donald Trump’s antagonistic stance on Ukraine while he shifted toward a shocking pro-Russia realignment, Taiwan found itself gripped by fear and uncertainty. Trump’s return to the White House has marked a stark shift in US policy on Ukraine with him echoing Putin’s rhetoric by calling Zelenskyy a “dictator” …

Trump’s abrupt change of U.S. policy on Ukraine raises questions about Taiwan support
Trending News
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Trump’s abrupt change of U.S. policy on Ukraine raises questions about Taiwan support

The Hindu  

U.S. President Donald Trump’s abrupt reversal of three years of American policy toward Ukraine has raised concerns China might become emboldened to push its territorial claim on Taiwan, though experts say Beijing is most likely in a wait-and-see mode right now to see how the situation in Europe plays out. In the past two weeks, Mr. Trump has falsely claimed …

Trump’s abrupt change of US policy on Ukraine raises questions about Taiwan support
Trending News
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Trump’s abrupt change of US policy on Ukraine raises questions about Taiwan support

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — U.S. President Donald Trump’s abrupt reversal of three years of American policy toward Ukraine has raised concerns China might become emboldened to push its territorial claim on Taiwan, though experts say Beijing is most likely in a wait-and-see mode right now to see how the situation in Europe plays out. Trump on Friday appeared to walk back his …

Myth of ‘new Yalta’: Why Trump won't let China have its way with Taiwan
3 weeks ago

Myth of ‘new Yalta’: Why Trump won't let China have its way with Taiwan

Firstpost  

Trump’s rhetoric about claiming another territory has no impact on Xi Jinping’s stance on Taiwan. Repeating this trope only helps China in its psychological warfare by giving the impression that the fate of Taiwan is sealed At this point, historical references should be treated as red flags. If you believe Trump’s stance on Greenland or Panama has any effect on …

Analysis: Trump wants China to play a role in peace in Ukraine. Is Xi Jinping willing to help?
1 month ago

Analysis: Trump wants China to play a role in peace in Ukraine. Is Xi Jinping willing to help?

CNN  

Editor’s Note: Sign up for CNN’s Meanwhile in China newsletter which explores what you need to know about the country’s rise and how it impacts the world. Hong Kong CNN — As the war in Ukraine grinds toward its fourth year, US President Donald Trump has made clear which world leader he thinks can help America end the conflict: Vladimir …

Mint Quick Edit | Beijing shouldn’t push the world into a Taiwan crisis
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Mint Quick Edit | Beijing shouldn’t push the world into a Taiwan crisis

Live Mint  

China’s President Xi Jinping had a message for Taiwan in his New Year’s speech. “No one can ever sever the bond of kinship between us, and no one can ever stop China’s reunification." A year ago, he had called it “inevitable" that the People’s Republic of China and Taiwan, which Beijing views as a rebel province, would unite. While US …

What Trump’s election victory means for Taiwan and China
4 months, 1 week ago

What Trump’s election victory means for Taiwan and 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. Despite fears of renewed tariffs, Beijing believes Mr Trump’s …

Beijing steps up military pressure on Taiwan after the US and China announce talks
1 year, 1 month ago

Beijing steps up military pressure on Taiwan after the US and China announce talks

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — China sent more than 30 warplanes and a group of navy ships toward Taiwan, the island’s defense ministry said Saturday. The Chinese People’s Liberation Army sent 33 aircraft, including SU-30 fighters, and six navy vessels around Taiwan, between 6 a.m. Friday to 6 a.m. Saturday. United States National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang …

US watching Taiwan elections closely as China reiterates claim to island
1 year, 2 months ago

US watching Taiwan elections closely as China reiterates claim to island

Al Jazeera  

Poll outcome will help set the tone for Washington-Beijing relations amid slight easing of tensions. “Washington is well prepared to deal with any choice that the Taiwan electorate makes, but there’s certainly going to be different opportunities and challenges depending on what the results of the election are,” Rorry Daniels, the managing director of the Asia Society Policy Institute, told …

China prepares for Belt and Road summit under shadow of Israel-Gaza war
1 year, 5 months ago

China prepares for Belt and Road summit under shadow of Israel-Gaza war

The Hindu  

China prepared on Monday to host representatives of 130 countries for a forum that will be overshadowed by the Israel-Gaza war, as an increasingly assertive Beijing is asked to help de-escalate the violence. At the top of the invite list to China's Belt and Road Initiative forum is Russia's President Vladimir Putin, on his first trip to a major global …

US urges China to cease Taiwan pressure; Lai slams election interference
1 year, 6 months ago

US urges China to cease Taiwan pressure; Lai slams election interference

Al Jazeera  

The United States has urged China to stop pressuring Taiwan after Beijing launched war games around the self-ruled island as a “stern warning” over Taiwanese Vice President William Lai’s recent stopovers in New York and San Francisco. In a statement to the Reuters news agency, a spokesperson for the US Department of State said it would continue to monitor China’s …

CIA chief: China has some doubt on ability to invade Taiwan
2 years ago

CIA chief: China has some doubt on ability to invade Taiwan

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy U.S. intelligence shows that China's President Xi Jinping has instructed …

Wouldn't underestimate Xi Jinping's Taiwan ambition, he told army to…: CIA chief
2 years, 1 month ago

Wouldn't underestimate Xi Jinping's Taiwan ambition, he told army to…: CIA chief

Hindustan Times  

US Central Intelligence Agency director William Burns said that Chinese president Xi Jinping's ambitions with respect to Taiwan should not be underestimated adding that the United States knew "as a matter of intelligence" that Xi had ordered his military to be ready for the invasion by 2027. "Now, that does not mean that he's decided to conduct an invasion in …

China warns US of consequences over its commitment to Taiwan
2 years, 2 months ago

China warns US of consequences over its commitment to Taiwan

Firstpost  

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Beijing has ’taken firm and resolute measures, which have strongly deterred anti-China elements in the US and the ‘Taiwan independence’ forces’ Beijing: China has warned the United States that it could face consequences over its commitment to Taiwan, with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi claiming that the US “has stubbornly continued to see China …

China on Taiwan: ‘External interference’ won’t be tolerated
2 years, 5 months ago

China on Taiwan: ‘External interference’ won’t be tolerated

Associated Press  

UNITED NATIONS — China underscored its commitment Saturday to its claim on Taiwan, telling assembled world leaders that anyone who gets in the way of its determination to reunify with the self-governing island would be “crushed by the wheels of history.” The language was forceful but, for Chinese leadership, well within the realm of normal. “Only when China is fully …

Putin surprisingly reveals China’s ‘concerns’ over Ukraine at summit
2 years, 5 months ago

Putin surprisingly reveals China’s ‘concerns’ over Ukraine at summit

The Independent  

Vladimir Putin has hinted at frictions in Russia’s relations with China by publicly admitting Beijing has “questions and concerns” about Moscow’s military operation in Ukraine, which has suffered devastating setbacks in recent days. Speaking at a high-level summit in Uzbekistan, Mr Putin surprisingly acknowledged potential disharmony with Xi Jinping in his first face-to-face meeting with the Chinese leader since Russia’s …

Taiwan warns Russia, China ties 'harm' international peace
2 years, 6 months ago

Taiwan warns Russia, China ties 'harm' international peace

The Hindu  

Taiwan said on Friday that ties between Russia and China were a threat to global peace and that the international community must resist the "expansion of authoritarianism". Russia's Vladimir Putin met Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping for their first face-to-face talks since the start of the conflict in Ukraine on Thursday, hailing their strategic ties in defiance of the West. In …

Taiwan: China, Russia disrupting, threatening world order
2 years, 6 months ago

Taiwan: China, Russia disrupting, threatening world order

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan’s leader on Friday said China and Russia are “disrupting and threatening the world order” with Beijing’s recent large-scale military exercises near the island and Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine. Xi Jinping, China’s president and leader of the ruling Communist Party, “will not stop threatening the safety and security of Taiwan simply because it would be in everyone’s …

China, Japan officials meet amid Taiwan tensions
2 years, 6 months ago

China, Japan officials meet amid Taiwan tensions

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Chinese and Japanese officials have met in northern China amid …

DC EDIT | Pelosi in Taiwan: World on edge over China response
2 years, 7 months ago

DC EDIT | Pelosi in Taiwan: World on edge over China response

Deccan Chronicle  

Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan was fraught with risk. None can dispute the right of a US citizen to visit Taipei, but it’s the timing of her visit that raises the hackles and endangers the peace at a particularly tense time for the world that stands sharply divided with the US and the West on one side and China on …

China’s Pelosi bombast shows insecurity over Taiwan: Analysts
2 years, 7 months ago

China’s Pelosi bombast shows insecurity over Taiwan: Analysts

Live Mint  

China's tough rhetoric around US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan reveals deep insecurity about Washington's shifting stance towards the island, analysts told AFP, as well as efforts to distract from economic woes at home. China held live-fire drills across the strait from Taiwan over the weekend, while Hu Xijin, former editor-in-chief of nationalist tabloid Global Times, suggested that …

China leader Xi Jinping urges Communist Party to ‘win hearts and minds’ in Taiwan, Hong Kong
2 years, 7 months ago

China leader Xi Jinping urges Communist Party to ‘win hearts and minds’ in Taiwan, Hong Kong

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. Hong Kong CNN — Chinese leader Xi Jinping has urged the Communist Party to “win hearts and minds” of people in Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan as …

Russia warns U.S. against 'provocative' moves toward China
2 years, 7 months ago

Russia warns U.S. against 'provocative' moves toward China

The Hindu  

The Kremlin on Friday offered strong support to China amid the tensions over Taiwan, warning the United States against any “provocative" moves that could exacerbate the situation. Chinese President Xi Jinping warned against meddling in China’s dealings with Taiwan during a phone call on Thursday with U.S. President Joe Biden, Speaking in a call with reporters, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov …

Taiwan watches China as China and the world watch Ukraine
3 years ago

Taiwan watches China as China and the world watch Ukraine

CNN  

Seoul, South Korea CNN — China is closely watching the events in Ukraine to evaluate its own strategy towards Taiwan, the island’s foreign minister has warned. China has repeatedly refused to condemn Russian actions in Ukraine and on Monday the country’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi described relations between Beijing and Moscow “rock solid.” Allied democracies Wu’s comments Monday echoed remarks …

Taiwan is watching Russia's war in Ukraine warily, with fears China's Xi Jinping could learn from Vladimir Putin's strategy
3 years ago

Taiwan is watching Russia's war in Ukraine warily, with fears China's Xi Jinping could learn from Vladimir Putin's strategy

ABC  

Russia's war in Ukraine has created ripples around the world, revealing an undercurrent of concern among the people of Taiwan that they, too, could be vulnerable to invasion. Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen has played down comparisons with Ukraine, using a speech last week to declare "fundamental differences", including the "natural barrier of the Taiwan Strait". "China's passive role in this …

China-Taiwan tensions: China’s leaders may be watching events in Europe closely
3 years ago

China-Taiwan tensions: China’s leaders may be watching events in Europe closely

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. Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen has said Taiwan could “empathize” with Ukraine’s situation given its experience with “military threats and intimidation from China.” In the West, British Prime …

Taiwan condemns ‘contemptible’ timing of China-Russia partnership
3 years, 1 month ago

Taiwan condemns ‘contemptible’ timing of China-Russia partnership

Al Jazeera  

Taipei says Russia’s declaration before the Winter Olympics that the island is part of China increases people’s ‘disgust’ of Beijing’s ‘arrogance and bullying’. Taiwan on Saturday condemned as “contemptible” the timing of China and Russia’s “no limits” partnership at the start of the Winter Olympic Games, saying the Chinese government was bringing shame to the spirit of the games. “It …

Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin to hold virtual summit on December 15
3 years, 3 months ago

Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin to hold virtual summit on December 15

India TV News  

Highlights Chinese leader Xi Jinping and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin will hold a virtual summit. In recent years, China and Russia have increasingly aligned their foreign policies to counter U.S. Chinese leader Xi Jinping and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin will hold a virtual summit this week to discuss bilateral relations and international issues, amid tensions between Moscow and …

China slams US for inviting Taiwan to democracy summit
3 years, 3 months ago

China slams US for inviting Taiwan to democracy summit

Hindustan Times  

China on Wednesday slammed the US decision to invite Taiwan to a democracy summit in December, calling the decision a “mistake” and asking Washington not to collude with Taiwan “independence” separatists. China has criticised the US decision to invite Taiwan to a democracy summit, calling the decision a “mistake” and asking Washington not to collude with Taiwan “independence” separatists. “China …

Why the World Must Welcome and Facilitate Taiwan’s Entry into United Nations
3 years, 4 months ago

Why the World Must Welcome and Facilitate Taiwan’s Entry into United Nations

News 18  

Four events recently highlighted the issue of Taiwan’s entry into the United Nations. The third is United States President Joe Biden’s recent statement on “rock solid” commitment to Taiwan security. US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken went further and said on October 26 that “we encourage all UN Member States to join us in supporting Taiwan’s robust, meaningful participation throughout …

‘A cudgel against Beijing’: US ambassador to UN to visit Taiwan
4 years, 2 months ago

‘A cudgel against Beijing’: US ambassador to UN to visit Taiwan

Al Jazeera  

Kelly Craft is due to arrive on the island – the most senior US official ever to visit – just days before Joe Biden’s inauguration as the next US president. It began with a surprise phone call and will end with a surprise trip, but the Trump Administration’s close relationship with Taiwan will reach a finale next week when Kelly …

How Trump Is Winning Hearts And Minds In Taiwan — Risking China's Wrath
4 years, 4 months ago

How Trump Is Winning Hearts And Minds In Taiwan — Risking China's Wrath

NPR  

How Trump Is Winning Hearts And Minds In Taiwan — Risking China's Wrath Enlarge this image toggle caption Sam Yeh/AFP via Getty Images Sam Yeh/AFP via Getty Images Two senior U.S. officials have visited Taiwan since August, one to discuss the pandemic and the other to attend a funeral. Successive U.S. administrations have acted with caution, maintaining warm enough relations …

China calls on US, Japan to keep their word on Taiwan issue
16 years, 11 months ago

China calls on US, Japan to keep their word on Taiwan issue

China Daily  

Updated: 2008-03-22 08:35 BEIJING - China has called on the United States and Japan to keep their word on the Taiwan issue. "China hopes the United States and Japan will carry out their promises of not supporting 'Taiwan independence' or Taiwan authority's proposed 'referendum on UN membership'", Chinese Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi said in a written interview with Russia's Interfax …

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