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Taiwan Navigates Complex Cross-Strait Tensions: A Balancing Act
Politics • 04/05/25

Taiwan Navigates Complex Cross-Strait Tensions: A Balancing Act

Exploring the nuances of Taiwan's strategic diplomacy and its relationship with China amidst evolving geopolitical dynamics.

Taiwan's position on the global stage continues to be defined by its complex relationship with China. Faced with ongoing political pressure and economic influence from Beijing, the island nation employs a multifaceted approach to maintain its sovereignty and international presence. One key aspect ...

Labor Day in Taiwan: Workers Demand Better Conditions from New Administration
Politics • 01/05/25

Labor Day in Taiwan: Workers Demand Better Conditions from New Administration

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te Vows to Bolster Worker Protections
Politics • 01/05/25

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te Vows to Bolster Worker Protections

Taiwan's Resolve: Overwhelming Rejection of 'One Country, Two Systems' Persists
Politics • 25/04/25

Taiwan's Resolve: Overwhelming Rejection of 'One Country, Two Systems' Persists

Poll Reveals Strong Taiwanese Opposition to Beijing's Approach and Enduring Support for the Status Quo

Taipei, April 25 – A recent survey indicates that a vast majority of Taiwanese citizens continue to disagree with Beijing's proposed "one country, two systems" framework for cross-strait relations. The poll, released by the Mainland Affairs Council (MAC), demonstrates a consistent pattern of resistance to the concept. The survey revealed that 84.4% of respondents reject the "one country, two systems" model. This figure aligns with findings from previous MAC surveys conducted over the past three years, where opposition has consistently remained high, ranging between 83.6% and 89.6%. Further underscoring Taiwanese sentiments, 82.5% of respondents rejected China's claim that ...

Politics • 25/04/25

Taiwan Tightens Grip: New Rules Expand Scope of China Household Registration Restrictions

Politics • 25/04/25

Taiwan's President Pays Respects to Pope Francis, Vatican Attendance Uncertain

Politics • 25/04/25

Lai Ching-te Reaffirms Nuclear Policy Stance: Safety and Consensus Key for Taiwan

Politics • 25/04/25

Taiwan's Civil Servants to Get a Pay Boost in May: A 3% Raise!

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Taiwan's Opposition Lashes Out at Government's Tariff Response Amid U.S. Trade Tensions
Politics • 22 Apr '25

Taiwan's Opposition Lashes Out at Government's Tariff Response Amid U.S. Trade Tensions

Critics question the effectiveness of President Lai's strategy and call for stronger action to protect Taiwan's economy.

Taipei, April 22 – Leaders of Taiwan's opposition parties are voicing strong c...

Taiwan's Labor Day March: Demanding a Wage Boost and Protection
Politics • 22 Apr '25

Taiwan's Labor Day March: Demanding a Wage Boost and Protection

Workers Rally for Fair Wages, Reduced Hours, and Anti-Bullying Measures.

As President Lai Ching-te approaches his first year in office, Taiwan's labor fo...

Taiwan's Cannabis Advocates Demand End to
Politics • 20 Apr '25

Taiwan's Cannabis Advocates Demand End to "War on Weed"

Advocates Rally for Decriminalization and Policy Reform, Challenging Current Laws

Taipei, Taiwan - April 20: The Taiwan Weed Safety Education Association (TWSEA) ...

Taiwan's Mayor Urges President and Premier to Prioritize Unity and Economy
Politics • 20 Apr '25

Taiwan's Mayor Urges President and Premier to Prioritize Unity and Economy

Mayor Lucy (盧秀燕) Calls for Focus on National Issues Over Political Maneuvering

During the "Celebration of the 114th Buddha's Birthday Bathing Buddha Ceremony" ...

Taiwan's Political Stage: Chiang Wan-an and Lai Ching-teh Share the Spotlight
Politics • 20 Apr '25

Taiwan's Political Stage: Chiang Wan-an and Lai Ching-teh Share the Spotlight

A rare joint appearance sparks speculation and calls for unity in Taipei.

Following recent political discussions, Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an and President...

Taiwan Gears Up: Relief Package Unveiled to Counter U.S. Tariff Impact
Politics • 19 Apr '25

Taiwan Gears Up: Relief Package Unveiled to Counter U.S. Tariff Impact

Government Announces Support for Businesses Facing U.S. Tariffs, With Billions in Aid

Taipei, April 19 - The Taiwanese government is set to release comprehensive deta...

Taiwan's Political Tensions Rise: KMT to Stage Rally Against President Lai
Politics • 19 Apr '25

Taiwan's Political Tensions Rise: KMT to Stage Rally Against President Lai

Kuomintang Mobilizes Supporters, Accusing the Ruling Party of Political Persecution

Taipei, April 19 – The political landscape in Taiwan is heating up as the Kuom...

Taiwan and the U.S. Deepen Ties: President Lai Ching-te Seeks Enhanced Trade and Tech Partnerships
Politics • 19 Apr '25

Taiwan and the U.S. Deepen Ties: President Lai Ching-te Seeks Enhanced Trade and Tech Partnerships

Building a Secure and Sustainable Future: Exploring Collaboration in Trade, Technology, and Defense in the Face of Geopolitical Challenges.

Taipei, April 18 – Taiwan is actively pursuing stronger collaborations with th...

Taiwan's Political Chess Match: Huang Kuo-chang Weighs in on No-Confidence Vote
Politics • 18 Apr '25

Taiwan's Political Chess Match: Huang Kuo-chang Weighs in on No-Confidence Vote

TPP Chairman Highlights Potential Consequences of Parliament Dissolution Following No-Confidence Motion.

Taipei, April 18 – Taiwan's political landscape is heating up as the Taiwan Pe...

Taiwan's Political Turmoil: KMT Staffers Face Detention Over Signature Scandal
Politics • 18 Apr '25

Taiwan's Political Turmoil: KMT Staffers Face Detention Over Signature Scandal

Prosecutors Seek Detention of Four Individuals Amidst Allegations of Forgery and Personal Data Breaches

Taipei, Taiwan – The political landscape in Taiwan is roiled by a developing s...

Taiwan Grapples with Espionage: Detention of Former DPP Staffers Extended
Politics • 17 Apr '25

Taiwan Grapples with Espionage: Detention of Former DPP Staffers Extended

Ongoing Investigation Reveals Alleged Chinese Spying Within Ruling Party's Ranks

Taipei, Taiwan – The Taipei District Court has greenlit a prosecutor's request...

Taiwan & New Zealand Forge New Trade Paths Amidst Global Shifts
Politics • 17 Apr '25

Taiwan & New Zealand Forge New Trade Paths Amidst Global Shifts

President Lai Ching-te Advocates for Enhanced Cooperation in Key Sectors.

Taipei, April 17 – In a move signaling stronger international partnerships, Pr...

Taiwan & Tuvalu Forge Closer Ties: Labor Cooperation Agreements Signed
Politics • 16 Apr '25

Taiwan & Tuvalu Forge Closer Ties: Labor Cooperation Agreements Signed

Strengthening Partnerships and Recognizing Seafarers' Credentials for Mutual Benefit

Taipei, April 16 – Taiwan and its Pacific ally, Tuvalu, have solidified their ...

Taiwan: Standing Strong on the Front Lines of Cyber Warfare
Politics • 15 Apr '25

Taiwan: Standing Strong on the Front Lines of Cyber Warfare

President Lai Ching-te Highlights Taiwan's Cybersecurity Challenges and Commitments

Taipei, April 15 - Taiwan faces not only military pressure but also stands as a ...

Taiwan Strengthens Ties: New Labor Deal with Tuvalu Promises Enhanced Cooperation
Politics • 14 Apr '25

Taiwan Strengthens Ties: New Labor Deal with Tuvalu Promises Enhanced Cooperation

Tuvalu Deputy Prime Minister's Visit Ushers in Agreements on Labor and Seafaring

Taipei, April 14 – In a significant move to bolster its international partners...

Taiwan's Ruling Party Ousts Former Aide in Alleged China Spy Scandal
Politics • 13 Apr '25

Taiwan's Ruling Party Ousts Former Aide in Alleged China Spy Scandal

DPP Takes Action as Espionage Concerns Mount Amidst High-Profile Government Ties

Taipei, April 13 – The ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) in Taiwan has...

New Zealand Lawmakers Forge Stronger Ties with Taiwan
Politics • 13 Apr '25

New Zealand Lawmakers Forge Stronger Ties with Taiwan

High-Level Delegation Arrives in Taipei for Key Meetings and Diplomacy

Taipei, April 13 - A delegation of New Zealand parliamentarians, representing a ...

Taiwan Rejects Claims of Using Convenience Stores as Wartime Hubs
Politics • 13 Apr '25

Taiwan Rejects Claims of Using Convenience Stores as Wartime Hubs

Presidential Office Clarifies Plans Amidst Cross-Strait Tensions

Taipei, April 13 - The Presidential Office of Taiwan has refuted a recent report...

Taiwan Navigates New U.S. Tariff Landscape: President Lai Announces Smooth Negotiations
Politics • 12 Apr '25

Taiwan Navigates New U.S. Tariff Landscape: President Lai Announces Smooth Negotiations

President Lai Ching-te Highlights Resilience and Collaboration in the Face of Evolving U.S. Trade Policy

Taipei, April 12 – President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) announced on Saturday th...

Taiwan Navigates Potential Trade Winds: President Lai Reacts to Trump's Tariff Proposal
Politics • 12 Apr '25

Taiwan Navigates Potential Trade Winds: President Lai Reacts to Trump's Tariff Proposal

President Lai addresses the implications of potential reciprocal tariffs and highlights successful early negotiations with the US.

In a recent address, Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te acknowledged the potential ...

Taiwan's Security Under Scrutiny: Espionage Allegations Rock the DPP
Politics • 12 Apr '25

Taiwan's Security Under Scrutiny: Espionage Allegations Rock the DPP

Former Officials Detained Amidst Growing Concerns of Chinese Espionage

Taipei, April 12 – Concerns about national security in Taiwan are escalating a...

Taiwan and the U.S. Gear Up for Tariff Talks: A Deep Dive into Trade Negotiations
Business • 12 Apr '25

Taiwan and the U.S. Gear Up for Tariff Talks: A Deep Dive into Trade Negotiations

Following Initial Discussions, Further Talks Scheduled Amidst Shifting U.S. Trade Policies

Taipei, April 12 – Taiwan and the United States are set to continue discussion...

Taiwan's Defense in Focus: Think Tank Calls for Increased Spending and Faster US Arms Delivery
Politics • 11 Apr '25

Taiwan's Defense in Focus: Think Tank Calls for Increased Spending and Faster US Arms Delivery

The Global Taiwan Institute's Report Highlights Key Strategies for Taiwan's Security Amidst Growing Regional Tensions.

Washington, April 10 – A recent report issued by the Global Taiwan Institute (...

U.S. and Taiwan Gear Up for Trade Talks Amidst Tariff Tensions
Politics • 11 Apr '25

U.S. and Taiwan Gear Up for Trade Talks Amidst Tariff Tensions

High-Level Discussions Planned as Taiwan Braces for Potential U.S. Tariffs

Taipei, April 11 - U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer announced he would b...

Taiwan's Legislature Approves Enhanced Police Pensions Despite Cabinet Concerns
Politics • 11 Apr '25

Taiwan's Legislature Approves Enhanced Police Pensions Despite Cabinet Concerns

Key Legislation Passes, Boosting Retirement Benefits for Law Enforcement and Emergency Services Personnel, Setting Stage for Potential Financial Strain.

Taipei, Taiwan – The Legislature in Taiwan has voted to uphold measures increa...

Taiwan Poised for US Tariff Talks: President Lai Signals Negotiations
Politics • 11 Apr '25

Taiwan Poised for US Tariff Talks: President Lai Signals Negotiations

President Lai Ching-te Announces Taiwan's Inclusion in Initial US Tariff Negotiations, Pledging Protection for Industries

Taichung, Taiwan - In a significant development for Taiwan's economic future, Pr...

KMT Urges Taiwan Government to Bolster Economic Defense Against US Tariffs
Politics • 11 Apr '25

KMT Urges Taiwan Government to Bolster Economic Defense Against US Tariffs

Opposition Party Calls for Increased Bailout, Economic Stimulus, and Strategic Trade Maneuvers

Taipei, Taiwan – In response to potential economic headwinds stemming from US ...

Taiwan's President Responds to Trump's Proposed Tariffs: A Bold Strategy for Economic Partnership
Politics • 10 Apr '25

Taiwan's President Responds to Trump's Proposed Tariffs: A Bold Strategy for Economic Partnership

President Lai Ching-te outlines Taiwan's proactive approach to US trade policy, reinforcing the alliance's future in the Indo-Pacific.

President Lai Ching-te of Taiwan, in a recent article published by Bloomberg New...

Taiwan's President Charts Bold Course for US Trade Amidst Global Shifts
Politics • 10 Apr '25

Taiwan's President Charts Bold Course for US Trade Amidst Global Shifts

President Lai Ching-te outlines a strategic plan for bolstering trade ties with the United States, addressing tariffs and emphasizing regional security.

Taipei, April 10 – Responding to U.S. trade measures impacting global markets,...

Taiwan's President Proposes US Trade Pact: Zero Tariffs Sparks Farmer Concerns
Politics • 09 Apr '25

Taiwan's President Proposes US Trade Pact: Zero Tariffs Sparks Farmer Concerns

Farmers Fear Economic Fallout as President Lai Ching-teh Pursues Zero-Tariff Trade with the US.

President Lai Ching-teh, on the 6th of this month, delivered a video address out...

Taiwan Premier to Rally Support for Tariff Relief Plan in Legislature
Politics • 08 Apr '25

Taiwan Premier to Rally Support for Tariff Relief Plan in Legislature

Cabinet's NT$88 Billion Initiative to Mitigate Impact of US Tariffs Faces Legislative Review

Taipei, Taiwan - Premier Cho Jung-tai (卓榮泰) is set to address the Legislat...

AmCham Taiwan Calls for U.S. Trade Action Exemption, Highlighting Strong Bilateral Ties
Politics • 08 Apr '25

AmCham Taiwan Calls for U.S. Trade Action Exemption, Highlighting Strong Bilateral Ties

American Chamber of Commerce Urges Protection of Taiwan from Potential U.S. Tariffs, Citing Economic Partnership and Stability.

Taipei, April 8 – The American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan (AmCham Taiwan) h...

Taiwan's Strategic Trade Stance Welcomed by U.S. Experts
Politics • 08 Apr '25

Taiwan's Strategic Trade Stance Welcomed by U.S. Experts

President Lai Ching-te's Tariff Strategy Draws Positive Response from Washington Analysts

Washington, D.C. – President Lai Ching-te's (賴清德) decision to forgo reta...

Taiwan's President Vows to Protect Democracy, Rejecting Calls for Elimination
Politics • 07 Apr '25

Taiwan's President Vows to Protect Democracy, Rejecting Calls for Elimination

Lai Ching-te Addresses Freedom of Speech and National Security in the Face of Growing CCP Threats

New Taipei, April 7 - President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) emphasized that the abs...

Taiwan's Financial Stabilization Fund Eyes Emergency Meeting Amid Global Market Turmoil
Business • 07 Apr '25

Taiwan's Financial Stabilization Fund Eyes Emergency Meeting Amid Global Market Turmoil

Government Measures Aim to Calm Investors as US Tariffs and Market Downturns Impact Taiwan's Economy

Taipei, April 7 - Taiwan's Ministry of Finance (MOF) announced that the National...

Taiwan's Mayors Unite: Strategic Response to U.S. Tariffs in Focus
Politics • 07 Apr '25

Taiwan's Mayors Unite: Strategic Response to U.S. Tariffs in Focus

Northern Taiwan's Leaders Forge a United Front to Shield Local Industries from U.S. Trade Policies

Taipei, April 7 – In a proactive move to address the recently announced tariff...

A Bold Proposition: Calls for
Politics • 07 Apr '25

A Bold Proposition: Calls for "Second Xi'an Incident" to Achieve Taiwan's Unification

A Chinese Scholar Suggests "Smart" Tactics to Resolve Cross-Strait Tensions in Response to Taiwan's New Security Policy.

Amidst escalating cross-strait tensions, a senior scholar from the China Globali...

Taiwan's Strategic Response: No Retaliation to US Tariffs, Focus on Negotiation and Resilience
Politics • 06 Apr '25

Taiwan's Strategic Response: No Retaliation to US Tariffs, Focus on Negotiation and Resilience

President Lai Ching-te Outlines Strategy to Navigate New US Trade Measures, Prioritizing Dialogue and Economic Adaptation.

Taipei, April 6 – In a move to reassure the public and chart a course through ...

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te Unveils Strategies to Navigate US Tariffs: A New Era of Zero Tariffs?
Politics • 06 Apr '25

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te Unveils Strategies to Navigate US Tariffs: A New Era of Zero Tariffs?

President Lai Assures the Public of Taiwan's Economic Resilience and Outlines Proactive Measures in Response to US Trade Policies.

In a resolute message to the nation, President Lai Ching-te addressed the Taiwan...

Taiwan's ICT Industry Braces for Impact as U.S. Tariffs Loom
Politics • 05 Apr '25

Taiwan's ICT Industry Braces for Impact as U.S. Tariffs Loom

President Lai Ching-te Assures Support Amidst Potential Economic Challenges

Taipei, April 5 – In the face of looming U.S. tariffs, Taiwan's President Lai ...

Taiwan's Top Security Official in Secret U.S. Talks Amid Rising Cross-Strait Tensions
Politics • 05 Apr '25

Taiwan's Top Security Official in Secret U.S. Talks Amid Rising Cross-Strait Tensions

Exclusive Report Reveals "Special Channel" Discussions Following Chinese Military Exercises

Washington, April 4 – Joseph Wu (吳釗燮), head of Taiwan's National Securit...

Trump's Reciprocal Tariffs: Backlash Over Taiwan's 32% Duty, Criticizing Lai Ching-te
Politics • 04 Apr '25

Trump's Reciprocal Tariffs: Backlash Over Taiwan's 32% Duty, Criticizing Lai Ching-te

Netizens React to Proposed Tariffs, Questioning Taiwan's Strategy and Lamenting the Loss of TSMC

Following Donald Trump's announcement of reciprocal tariffs, Taiwan faces a prop...

Taiwan's President Responds to US Tariffs: Promises Support and Diplomatic Action
Politics • 03 Apr '25

Taiwan's President Responds to US Tariffs: Promises Support and Diplomatic Action

President Lai Ching-te Vows to Aid Taiwanese Businesses Amidst U.S. Trade Dispute

Taipei, April 3 – President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) has vowed to provide exte...

Taiwan's Opposition Calls for Action on Proposed US Tariffs
Politics • 03 Apr '25

Taiwan's Opposition Calls for Action on Proposed US Tariffs

Political Parties Demand Swift Government Response to Potential Economic Blow

Taipei, April 3 - Taiwan's opposition parties are urging the government to take ...

Taiwan's Political Winds: Calls for President Lai to Learn from Kaohsiung Mayor Chen
Politics • 02 Apr '25

Taiwan's Political Winds: Calls for President Lai to Learn from Kaohsiung Mayor Chen

Amidst rising political tensions, a Kaohsiung city councilor's remarks spark a debate about leadership styles and cross-party cooperation in Taiwan.

The political landscape in Taiwan is buzzing following comments made by Kaohsiun...

Taiwan Condemns China's Military Drills, Calls Beijing a
Politics • 01 Apr '25

Taiwan Condemns China's Military Drills, Calls Beijing a "Troublemaker"

Taipei Responds to PLA Exercises with Strong Condemnation, Accusing China of Escalating Tensions.

Taipei, April 1 – Taiwan's Presidential Office today issued a strong condemnat...

Taiwan Braces for US Tariffs: President Lai Orders Economic Safeguards
Politics • 31 Mar '25

Taiwan Braces for US Tariffs: President Lai Orders Economic Safeguards

President Lai Ching-te Directs Premier Cho Jung-tai to Fortify Taiwan's Economy Amidst Looming US Trade Measures

Taipei, March 31 - President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) has tasked Premier Cho Jun...

Lai Ching-te Proposes Pay Overhaul to Combat Taiwan's Doctor Shortage
Politics • 29 Mar '25

Lai Ching-te Proposes Pay Overhaul to Combat Taiwan's Doctor Shortage

President Highlights Urgent Need for Healthcare System Reforms to Attract and Retain Medical Professionals

Taipei, March 29 – President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) on Saturday announced pl...

China's Military Exercises Near Taiwan: A Warning Against
Politics • 27 Mar '25

China's Military Exercises Near Taiwan: A Warning Against "Taiwan Independence"

Beijing Signals Its Resolve Through Military Drills in the Taiwan Strait

Following military exercises conducted by the People's Liberation Army (PLA) in ...

Tainan Hosts Major Civil Defense Drill: Preparing for the Unexpected in Taiwan
Politics • 27 Mar '25

Tainan Hosts Major Civil Defense Drill: Preparing for the Unexpected in Taiwan

A massive emergency response simulation tests Taiwan's readiness for disasters and geopolitical shifts.

Tainan, Taiwan - On Thursday, March 27th, Tainan saw its largest civil defense d...

Taiwan Bolsters Healthcare with Massive NT$48.9 Billion Investment
Health • 27 Mar '25

Taiwan Bolsters Healthcare with Massive NT$48.9 Billion Investment

Executive Yuan Approves Comprehensive Plan to Transform Taiwan's Medical Landscape

Taipei, Taiwan - The Executive Yuan on Thursday unveiled an ambitious plan to re...

Navigating the Straits: Taiwan's Balancing Act in a Shifting Global Landscape
Politics • 25 Mar '25

Navigating the Straits: Taiwan's Balancing Act in a Shifting Global Landscape

Examining the Complex Dynamics Shaping Taiwan's Future in the Face of International Tensions.

Taiwan, an island nation at the heart of East Asia, finds itself at a pivotal mo...

Taiwan Bolsters Disaster Readiness: Civil Defense Drill in Tainan to Test Resilience
Politics • 24 Mar '25

Taiwan Bolsters Disaster Readiness: Civil Defense Drill in Tainan to Test Resilience

Unscripted Exercise Simulates "Compound Disasters" with Civilian Participation

Taipei, Taiwan – March 24 – Approximately 900 civilians are set to participa...

Breaking: Ko Wen-je's Hematuria Sparks Concern, Huang Kuo-chang Reacts
Politics • 24 Mar '25

Breaking: Ko Wen-je's Hematuria Sparks Concern, Huang Kuo-chang Reacts

An Update on the Political Figure's Health, and Concerns Raised About Detention

Former Taiwan People's Party (TPP) Chairman Ko Wen-je's recent detention on char...

Elite Taiwanese Marines Now Secure Taipei's Airport: A Sign of Heightened Vigilance
Politics • 23 Mar '25

Elite Taiwanese Marines Now Secure Taipei's Airport: A Sign of Heightened Vigilance

President Lai's Inspection Confirms Deployment, Signaling Enhanced Security Measures.

Taipei, Taiwan – Recent images of President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) inspectin...

President Lai Ching-teh Addresses Concerns Regarding the Death of Air Force Sergeant Tsai Hsueh-liang
Politics • 23 Mar '25

President Lai Ching-teh Addresses Concerns Regarding the Death of Air Force Sergeant Tsai Hsueh-liang

Presidential Visit to Taitung Highlights Ongoing Investigation into a Controversial Military Death

During a visit to the Taitung Tianhou Temple on May 22nd, President Lai Ching-te...

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