China renews threat against Taiwan as island holds drills
2 years ago

China renews threat against Taiwan as island holds drills

The Hindu  

China renewed its threats Wednesday to attack Taiwan and warned that foreign politicians who interact with the self-governing island are “playing with fire.” A spokesperson for China's Taiwan Affairs Office said the country was recommitted in the new year to “safeguarding sovereignty and territorial integrity” and “smashing plots for Taiwan independence” on the self-governing democracy that separated from mainland China in 1949. “The malicious support for Taiwan independence among anti-China elements in a few foreign countries is a deliberate provocation,” Ma Xiaoguang said at a biweekly news conference. This week, Taiwan’s military is staging drills intended to reassure the public of its ability to counter China’s threats ahead of this month’s Lunar New Year holiday. China’s efforts to isolate the island diplomatically have left Taiwan with just 14 official diplomatic partners, although it retains robust unofficial relations with key ally the U.S. and more than 100 nations around the world.

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Taiwan detects Chinese aircraft, ships near territory in recent incursion; ‘PLA crossed median line’
3 days, 14 hours ago

Taiwan detects Chinese aircraft, ships near territory in recent incursion; ‘PLA crossed median line’

Live Mint  

Taiwan on Sunday said that it detected renewed incursion by China's People's Liberation Army as it sent several aircraft and ships across the sensitive Taiwan Strait. At least eight Chinese aircraft and six naval ships near Taiwanese territory were detected by Taiwan in the recent escalation of tensions, with the previous alleging that some aircraft of the PLA even crossed …

PLA Maneuvers Near Taiwan in December: Misperceptions and Strategic Realities
6 days ago

PLA Maneuvers Near Taiwan in December: Misperceptions and Strategic Realities

The Diplomat  

In December, China conducted a series of large-scale military activities near Taiwan and in the Western Pacific, drawing significant attention from regional and international actors. On December 13, China’s Ministry of National Defense provided commentary on the large-scale military activities for the first time, with its spokesperson stating, “The PLA will decide whether and when to conduct military exercises in …

Taiwan demonstrates sea defenses against potential Chinese attack as tensions rise with Beijing
6 days, 15 hours ago

Taiwan demonstrates sea defenses against potential Chinese attack as tensions rise with Beijing

Associated Press  

KAOHSIUNG, Taiwan — Taiwan on Thursday demonstrated its sea defenses against a potential Chinese attack as tensions rise with Beijing, part of a multitiered strategy to deter an invasion from the mainland. The island’s navy highlighted its Kuang Hua VI fast attack missile boats and Tuo Chiang-class corvettes in waters near Taiwan’s largest port of Kaohsiung, a major hub for …

Taiwan holds military drills as concerns rise over possible defense budget cut
1 week, 1 day ago

Taiwan holds military drills as concerns rise over possible defense budget cut

Associated Press  

HSINCHU, Taiwan — Taiwan began three days of military drills on Tuesday as concerns rose over potential cuts to the defense budget due to legislative wrangling between the island’s two major political parties. The annual drills are held in the run-up to the Lunar New Year holiday to reassure the population of Taiwan’s ability to meet China’s threats and to …

Taiwan says China is redoubling efforts to undermine democracy with disinformation
1 week, 4 days ago

Taiwan says China is redoubling efforts to undermine democracy with disinformation

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan ’s government says China is redoubling efforts to undermine confidence in the self-governing island’s democracy and close ties with the United States through the spread of disinformation, especially online. China created “inauthentic accounts” to distribute its propaganda on Youtube, used technology such as AI to create fake videos and flooded comments sections with pro-China statements, the …

Taiwan president vows to boost the island’s defense budget as China threats rise
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2 weeks ago

Taiwan president vows to boost the island’s defense budget as China threats rise

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te pledged to strengthen the island’s defenses in the face of escalating Chinese threats, saying in a New Year’s address on Wednesday that Taiwan was a crucial part of the “line of defense of democracy” globally. Beijing has used a variety of tactics in recent years to increase pressure on Taiwan, from sending warships …

'No one can ever stop...': Xi again warns Taiwan's reunification with China, Lai Ching-te fires back
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

'No one can ever stop...': Xi again warns Taiwan's reunification with China, Lai Ching-te fires back

India TV News  

Beijing: President Xi Jinping has said that no one can ever stop Taiwan’s reunification with China as he signed off 2024 amid growing anxieties in the country over the continued slowdown of the economy and the return of Donald Trump, who has threatened to impose punitive tariffs and trade measures against Beijing in his second term. On the foreign policy …

Taiwan detects 5 Chinese aircraft, 6 naval vessels near its shores
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Taiwan detects 5 Chinese aircraft, 6 naval vessels near its shores

Deccan Chronicle  

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense reported detecting five Chinese People's Liberation Army aircraft and six People's Liberation Army Navy vessels operating near Taiwan.According to the MND, three of the five PLA aircraft crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern and southwestern Air Defense Identification Zone.In a post shared on X, the MND said, "5 PLA aircraft and 6 PLAN …

Trump's biggest challenge: Will he confront China, or cut a deal?
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Trump's biggest challenge: Will he confront China, or cut a deal?

Salon  

Gaza, Haiti, Iran, Israel, Lebanon, Russia, Syria, Ukraine and Venezuela: President-elect Donald Trump will face no shortage of foreign policy challenges when he assumes office in January. Both Waltz, Trump’s pick as national security adviser, and Sen. Marco Rubio, his choice as secretary of state, have Waltz, for example, introduced the American Critical Mineral Exploration and Innovation Act of 2020, …

China sanctions U.S. firms over Taiwan military support
2 weeks, 5 days ago

China sanctions U.S. firms over Taiwan military support

Raw Story  

China on Friday slapped sanctions on seven U.S. companies after Washington's approval last week of a $571.3 million military aid package to Taiwan, which Beijing said infringed on its "sovereignty and territory". Last Friday, U.S. President Joe Biden authorized the drawdown of up to $571.3 million for defense assistance to the self-ruled island, which China regards as its own territory. …

China warns US ‘playing with fire’ by supplying weapons to Taiwan
3 weeks, 3 days ago

China warns US ‘playing with fire’ by supplying weapons to Taiwan

The Independent  

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China says US is ‘playing with fire’ after latest military aid for Taiwan
Top News
3 weeks, 3 days ago

China says US is ‘playing with fire’ after latest military aid for Taiwan

Associated Press  

BEIJING — The Chinese government protested Sunday the latest American announcements of military sales and assistance to Taiwan, warning the United States that it is “playing with fire.” U.S. President Joe Biden authorized Saturday the provision of up to $571 million in Defense Department material and services and in military education and training for self-ruled Taiwan, which Beijing claims as …

China says U.S. is ‘playing with fire’ after latest military aid for Taiwan
3 weeks, 4 days ago

China says U.S. is ‘playing with fire’ after latest military aid for Taiwan

LA Times  

The Chinese government protested Sunday about the latest American announcements of military sales and assistance to Taiwan, warning that the United States that it is “playing with fire.” President Biden authorized Saturday the provision of up to $571 million in Defense Department material and services and in military education and training for self-ruled Taiwan, which Beijing claims as its territory …

China says US ‘playing with fire’ by giving Taiwan more military aid
3 weeks, 4 days 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 protests against latest US military assistance, arms sales to Taiwan
3 weeks, 4 days ago

China protests against latest US military assistance, arms sales to Taiwan

China Daily  

China has lodged serious protests to the United States following the US' latest military assistance and arms sales to the Taiwan region, a Foreign Ministry spokesperson said, urging the US to stop undermining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait. The spokesperson made the remarks in an online statement on Sunday, after the White House announced military assistance worth $571.3 …

Key facts from the Pentagon's annual China military report
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Key facts from the Pentagon's annual China military report

Raw Story  

The Pentagon has released its annual congressionally mandated report on China's military and security developments. The navy has also continued to "grow its ability" to perform missions beyond the first island chain -- which includes Japan's Okinawa, Taiwan and the Philippines -- it added. - Missiles - China is also developing new intercontinental ballistic missiles that will "significantly improve" its …

China has expanded its nuclear force and strengthened ties to Russia, Pentagon says
4 weeks, 1 day ago

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

LA Times  

An American flag is flown outside the Great Hall of the People in Beijing in 2017. 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. The Pentagon’s national …

Taipei mayor calls for less confrontation as China continues sending ships, planes near island
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Taipei mayor calls for less confrontation as China continues sending ships, planes near island

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — The China-friendly mayor of Taiwan’s capital, Taipei, on Tuesday called for less confrontation between the sides, even as Beijing continues to send warships and fighter jets to intimidate the self-governing island democracy. lights on fishing boats at dawn and less noise of ships and planes.” Between Monday and Tuesday, China sent 10 military aircraft and seven aircraft …

Beijing, Washington can achieve 'many great things' with joint efforts, says China’s foreign minister
4 weeks, 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
4 weeks, 2 days 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 breaks silence on apparent military drills around Taiwan
1 month ago

China breaks silence on apparent military drills around Taiwan

The Independent  

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

China's military is staying silent on its recent activity around Taiwan
1 month ago

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

The Independent  

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Taiwan detects 16 Chinese warships around island
1 month ago

Taiwan detects 16 Chinese warships around island

Raw Story  

Taiwan said Thursday it detected 16 Chinese warships in waters around the island, one of the highest numbers this year, as Beijing intensifies military pressure on Taipei. Around 90 Chinese warships and coast guard vessels have been involved in the exercises that include simulating attacks on foreign ships and practicing blockading sea routes, a Taiwan security official said Wednesday. Taiwan's …

16 Chinese warships, 34 aircraft detected around island, says Taiwan
1 month ago

16 Chinese warships, 34 aircraft detected around island, says Taiwan

Firstpost  

In the latest round of Chinese muscle-flexing, Taiwan has said that 16 Chinese warships and 34 aircraft have been detected around the self-ruling island China has lately launched many military drills practising invasion of Taiwan. Taiwan said Thursday it detected 16 Chinese warships in waters around the island, one of the highest numbers this year, as Beijing intensifies military pressure …

Taiwan demands that China end its military activity in nearby waters
1 month ago

Taiwan demands that China end its military activity in nearby waters

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan demanded Wednesday that China end its ongoing military activity in nearby waters, which it said is unilaterally undermining peace and stability and disrupting international shipping and trade. Taiwan’s military has detected Chinese ships since Monday, both off Taiwan and farther out along the first-island chain, Defense Ministry officials said this week. By then, it would be …

Taiwan says detects 53 Chinese military aircraft, 19 ships near island
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1 month ago

Taiwan says detects 53 Chinese military aircraft, 19 ships near island

Deccan Chronicle  

Taipei: Taiwan said Wednesday it had detected 53 Chinese military aircraft and 19 ships near the island in the past 24 hours, as Beijing holds its biggest maritime mobilisation in years. That was the highest number of aircraft detected in a single day since a record 153 was reported on October 15 after China staged large-scale military drills in response …

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

China stages largest show of force in decades after US visit by Taiwan’s Lai
1 month ago

China stages largest show of force in decades after US visit by Taiwan’s Lai

Live Mint  

TAIPEI—China massed dozens of navy and coast guard vessels in what appears to be the largest maritime exercises targeting Taiwan and the broader Western Pacific region since 1996, a potent warning to the incoming Trump administration of its intention to eventually take control of the island. Photo: TAIWAN COAST GUARD/Agence France-Presse/Getty Images China has deployed nearly 60 naval ships and …

Taiwan’s Defense Ministry says a large Chinese military force has been detected near island
1 month ago

Taiwan’s Defense Ministry says a large Chinese military force has been detected near island

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — China’s secretive military appears to be up to something around Taiwan, but it’s unclear whether it’s a formal military drill. Taiwan’s Defense Ministry said Tuesday that it has detected a dozen Chinese naval ships and 47 military planes in the past 24 hours but no live-fire activity as in previous military exercises. Lt. Gen. Hsieh Jih-sheng said …

Taiwan reports ‘very alarming’ surge in Chinese ships and aircraft around island
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1 month ago

Taiwan reports ‘very alarming’ surge in Chinese ships and aircraft around island

The Independent  

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China’s maritime movements around Taiwan are largest in decades, Taipei says
1 month ago

China’s maritime movements around Taiwan are largest in decades, Taipei says

CNN  

Taipei/Hong Kong CNN — China has fielded its largest regional maritime deployment in decades, Taiwan’s Defense Ministry said Tuesday, as it monitors what it says is a surge of Chinese military activities in the Taiwan Strait and Western Pacific. Chinese authorities voiced firm opposition to Lai’s trip, referring to him as a “separatist.” His travel came after the US approved …

Taiwan military on high alert as China warships sail near island
1 month 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 says China has sent naval ships into nearby waters ahead of anticipated drills
1 month ago

Taiwan says China has sent naval ships into nearby waters ahead of anticipated drills

Associated Press  

BEIJING — China’s military appears to be preparing for widely anticipated drills in response to a recent visit by Taiwan’s president to Hawaii and Guam. Taiwan’s defense ministry said Monday that it detected Chinese naval and coast guard ships entering the Taiwan Strait and the western Pacific and that China had restricted airspace along its southeast coast through Wednesday. “It …

Taiwan says China has sent naval ships into nearby waters ahead of anticipated drills
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1 month ago

Taiwan says China has sent naval ships into nearby waters ahead of anticipated drills

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 defense ministry said Monday that it detected Chinese …

Taiwan's military on high alert as Chinese warships sail near island
1 month, 1 week 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
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Taiwan reports 14 Chinese warships and 4 balloons near the island
1 month, 1 week ago

Taiwan reports 14 Chinese warships and 4 balloons near the island

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — China sent 14 warships, seven military aircraft and four balloons near Taiwan between Saturday and Sunday, according to Taiwan’s Defense Ministry, as Beijing ramps up pressure on the island it claims as its own. China’s military activities come amid speculation Beijing might organize military drills around the island in response to Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te’s recent visit …

Taiwan reports 14 Chinese warships and 4 balloons near the island
1 month, 1 week ago

Taiwan reports 14 Chinese warships and 4 balloons near the island

LA Times  

China sent 14 warships, seven military aircraft and four balloons near Taiwan between Saturday and Sunday, according to Taiwan’s Defense Ministry, as Beijing ramps up pressure on the island it claims as its own. China’s military activities come amid speculation Beijing might organize military drills around the island in response to Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te’s recent visit to Pacific allies, …

‘Doomed to fail’: China warns Taiwan, US over push for independence, containing Beijing
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1 month, 1 week 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
1 month, 1 week 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
1 month, 1 week ago

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

The Independent  

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Taiwan’s leader calls on China to refrain from threats ahead of expected military drills
1 month, 1 week 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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1 month, 1 week 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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1 month, 1 week 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 …

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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1 month, 2 weeks 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 …

‘War has no winners, peace is priceless’: Taiwan's Lai Ching-te slams war, strikes peaceful tone in Hawaii
Top News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

‘War has no winners, peace is priceless’: Taiwan's Lai Ching-te slams war, strikes peaceful tone in Hawaii

Firstpost  

Lai is making a sensitive two-day trip to Hawaii that is officially only a stopover on the way to three Pacific island nations that maintain formal ties with Taiwan, which China claims as its territory Hawaii Governor Josh Green greets Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te on his arrival at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu, Hawaii, U.S. November 30, 2024. …

China blasts US arms sale to Taiwan, President Lai’s visit to Hawaii
1 month, 2 weeks 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 President Lai in US for Pacific tour amid rising tensions with China
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Taiwan President Lai in US for Pacific tour amid rising tensions with China

Firstpost  

Beijing especially bristles at official exchanges between Taiwan and the United States, which does not recognise Taipei diplomatically but is its most important backer and biggest supplier of arms Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te delivers his address during National Day celebrations in front of the Presidential Office in Taipei on October 10, 2024. AFP Taiwan President Lai Ching-te arrived Saturday in …

Taiwan's president departs for Pacific visit with a two-day stop in the US. China isn't happy
1 month, 2 weeks ago

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

The Independent  

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