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The Latest Breaking News from Taipei

Taiwan holds its breath as Trump turns on Ukraine and upends US foreign policy

The mood in Taipei is one of wariness as the new US president takes a blowtorch to diplomatic norms and assurances

The Guardian - AU

US drops wording saying it does not support Taiwan independence

US State Department plays down changes as ‘routine’ update after Taipei welcomes ‘positive and friendly’ wording.

Al Jazeera

Taiwan's Lai Vows More Investment In US As Chip Tariffs Loom

Taiwan will boost investment in the United States and on its own defences, President Lai Ching-te said Friday, as Taipei seeks to head off US President Donald Trump's threats of tariffs on its semiconductor chips.

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Taiwan Identifies 52 'Suspicious' Chinese Ships For Close Monitoring

Taiwan has identified 52 "suspicious" Chinese-owned ships flying flags of convenience that require close monitoring if detected near the island, the coast guard said Monday, as Taipei seeks to protect its subsea telecoms cables.

International Business Times

Taiwan chipmaker TSMC evacuates factories after 6.4-magnitude earthquake

The quake shook buildings as far as Taipei and prompted evacuations

The Independent UK

Mike Pence to Trump: cutting Taiwan support would ‘likely spark a new nuclear arms race’

Former vice-president makes surprise visit to Taipei and predicts that if China annexes its neighbour other Asia-Pacific countries will build nuclear arsenals

The Guardian - AU

How filmmakers and actors in Asia and the Asian diaspora are expanding representation

It’s vastly different to work as an Asian actor in North American hubs such as Toronto, Los Angeles and New York — than in those in Asia, including Hong Kong and Taipei

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Asian Shares Rise, Defying Slow Wall Street Start To 2025

Hong Kong, Sydney and Taipei climbed, while Seoul surged nearly two percent higher despite deepening political uncertainty in Asia's fourth-largest economy.

Latin Times

Taiwan’s presidential hopeful Ko charged with bribery, misusing donations

Former major of Taipei Ko Wen-je has been indicted over property development and campaign finance scandals.

Al Jazeera

Former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-Je Indicted On Corruption Charges

Former Taipei mayor Ko Wen-je indicted on corruption charges in Taiwan. Allegations include bribery and embezzlement. If convicted, he faces up to 28.5 yea...

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Red panda diplomacy offers glimmer of hope even as China-Taiwan tensions soar

Taipei agrees to send African penguins to Shanghai in exchange for red pandas in bid to establish cooperative relationship between two cities

The Independent UK

Ex-Taiwan Leader Says China Visit To Foster Cross-strait Peace

Former Taiwanese president Ma Ying-jeou headed to China on Wednesday for a trip he said was aimed at building "a bridge for peace", after Beijing last week intensified military drills around the island.

International Business Times

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

The China-friendly mayor of Taiwan's capital, Taipei, has called for less confrontation between the sides even as Beijing continues to send warships and fighter jets near the self governing island democracy

The Independent UK

Chieh-po Lee Facts: 10 Things To Know About The Chinese Taipei Pro

Chieh-po Lee came to prominence with his maiden Asian Tour win in 2024 – here are 10 things to know about the Chinese Taipei star

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Chieh-po Lee Secures Spot In 2025 LIV Golf League After Promotions Victory

The Chinese Taipei star fired a 10-under tournament total to claim a two shot victory and a spot on the 2025 LIV Golf League

Tom’s Hardware

Nvidia revives LAN party after 13 years to celebrate RTX 50-series GPU launch — GeForce LAN 50 is a 50-hour LAN party across four different cities

Nvidia is celebrating the inevitable RTX 50 series announcement at CES 2025 with a 50 hour LAN party that will take place in Las Vegas, Beijin, Taipei, and Berlin.

International Business Times

Taiwan Says Detects 16 Chinese Warships Around Island

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.

International Business Times

Taiwan Says China Expands Military Drills Around The Island

China has expanded military drills around Taiwan with dozens of warplanes and a huge maritime exercise aimed at drawing "a red line" for the next US president, Taipei authorities said Wednesday.

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AAP

'Fight to the death': Taiwan faces unchartered path

Most people in Taiwan consider themselves a distinct nation from mainland China but many of the island's leaders are unclear about what lies ahead.

AAP

Taiwan backs expansion of AUKUS, strait ship transits

Australia should send more warships to the Taiwan Strait, Taipei says, after its vessels and others from Japan an New Zealand conducted patrols in September.

International Business Times

Taiwan's Lai To Stop Over In Hawaii, Guam During Pacific Trip

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te will stop over in Hawaii and the US territory of Guam during a trip to three Pacific island nations, the Presidential Office said Thursday.

Al Jazeera

Taiwan reports sighting of Chinese balloon near island

Taipei’s defence ministry says 12 Chinese military aircraft and seven warships were detected until early Monday.

AAP

Mary Fowler withdraws from Matildas friendlies

Matildas star Mary Fowler has withdrawn from international friendlies against Brazil and Chinese Taipei, citing mental and physical fatigue.

Latin Times

Asian Markets Struggle To Maintain Momentum After Fed Cut

Asia took up the baton in early trade but some markets fell away in the afternoon. Tokyo, Sydney, Singapore, Wellington, Taipei and Jakarta rose.

Al Jazeera

Asia braces for disruption to alliances, trade after Trump’s victory

Following decisive election win, Trump is expected to pursue more aggressive version of his ‘America first’ vision.

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