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On campaign trail, threat from China hangs over Taiwan's elections

On January 13, millions of Taiwanese will be casting ballots for a new president, but also new lawmakers. The current president, Tsai Ing-wen, is constitutionally unable to seek a third term. For the three candidates vying to replace her, these elections are crucial, as they look set to determine the…

France 24

Blinken To Meet Senior Chinese Official On Eve Of Taiwan Vote

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will meet a senior Chinese official in Washington on Friday on the eve of Taiwan's elections, as the United States seeks to discourage Beijing from taking action against Taipei.

International Business Times

Taiwan deals with lots of misinformation, and it's harder to track down

As Taiwan heads to an election, false information on social media has been picked up by TV networks — much of it appearing to originate from Taiwan itself.

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'People don't want to talk about war': Taiwan civil defence battles invasion risk denial

Emerging civil defence groups in Taiwan have vowed to make the island's population better prepared for a potential attack by Chinese troops. Two years after the Russian invasion of Ukraine prompted an unprecedented grassroots mobilisation in favour of civil resilience, a large number of Taiwanese are still afraid that the…

France 24

'A lesson for Taiwan's coastal defence': How France's ill-fated 1884 invasion is remembered

The Taiwanese military regularly holds drills on what it calls "red beaches" – coastal areas deemed vulnerable to large enemy landings. As Beijing threatens to seize the island by force, Taiwanese historians and military planners are looking at past invasion attempts. Some say that a daring French amphibious attack on…

France 24

Film director S. Leo Chiang on 'commonality' shared by Taiwan and China

S. Leo Chiang is a Taiwanese-American film director based in San Francisco and Taipei. His most recent short film "Island in Between", about his deeply complex relationship with his Taiwanese identity – specifically in relation to China – has been nominated for an Oscar. He says he hopes his feature…

France 24

Cognitive warfare and weather balloons: China accused of using ‘all means’ to influence Taiwan vote

With Beijing favouring the opposition candidate, the ruling DPP has accused China of interfering in presidential election

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4 things to know about Taiwan's 'crucial' election — and where the U.S. fits in

Analysts say the presidential election will be "crucial" for the future of the Asian island and its relationships with both the United States and China.

WEKU

Taiwan’s ‘cat warrior’: former US envoy Hsiao Bi-khim hopes to be next vice-president

The DPP hopes Hsiao’s contacts in Washington will help to convince voters that it can boost Taipei’s standing on the world stage and tackle China

The Guardian - UK

Taiwan's President Tsai Urges China To Seek 'Peaceful Coexistence'

Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen expressed hopes on Monday for Taipei and Beijing to seek "long-term peaceful coexistence" and said future relations should be decided by Taiwan's "democratic procedures".

International Business Times

Why Taiwan's falling birth rate has become a national security issue

Christmas is coming to Taipei and the city is at least partially decked out for the season. In Muzha, on the city’s outskirts, the Catholic church has set up a nativity scene. There is as yet no baby in the manger and the scene looks rather forlorn. That’s somehow appropriate…

The Conversation

Inside Cooler Master's heatsink-themed Taipei headquarters: Even the cafe is cutting edge

We visited the Cooler Master HQ in Taipei just as the firm was preparing to send piles of new products to Las Vegas for CES 2024.

Tom’s Hardware

EU disappointed over India's 'right' to approach WTO's appellate body in ICT duty case

EU disappointed with India's move to approach WTO's appellate body in ICT products dispute; India rejects E.U.'s request for arbitration.

The Hindu

China is subtly increasing military pressure on Taiwan. Here's how

China has been sending ships and planes to encircle Taiwan and mounting more sophisticated military drills simulating a blockade of the island.

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The Independent UK

Taiwan reports 2 Chinese balloons near its territory as China steps up pressure ahead of elections

Taiwan says two Chinese balloons flew north of the self-ruled island over the weekend as China increases pressure on Taipei ahead of a presidential election in January

The Hindu

Guwahati Masters 2023 | Ashwini-Tanisha duo storms into the final

Ashwini/Tanisha reach final of Guwahati Masters; Malvika, Amsakarunan/Ruban, Dhruv/Tanisha bow out in semis. Indian duo of Ashwini/Tanisha beat Dutch pair 21-12, 21-12 to enter final. They face Taipei's Sung/Yu in final. Indians Malvika, Amsakarunan/Ruban, Dhruv/Tanisha bow out in semis of Guwahati Masters. Ashwini/Tanisha beat Dutch pair 21-12, 21-12 to reach…

France 24

Beijing’s narrative pushes Taiwan to rethink its own history

Beijing considers Taiwan an integral part of China, and even though the Chinese Communist Party has never governed the island, it still refuses to rule out taking it by force. In Taiwan, historical narrative is at the heart of political debates during the current electoral season. For the opposition KMT…

The Guardian - AU

Taiwan presidential election: opposition in chaos as China looms in background

Voters are faced with a choice of continuity with the ruling DPP or change, with an opposition that favours closer ties with Beijing

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Fortune

After Israel and Ukraine, Taiwan business leaders fear Taipei-Beijing tensions may trigger the next geopolitical conflict

An emboldened Beijing and a distracted U.S. are causing long-simmering worries to come to a head.

The Hindu

Indian para archers make four more finals, to fight for eight gold medals

India advance to four more finals at Para Asian Archery Championships, vying for 8 gold medals. Men's W1 doubles vs Korea, Men's Compound Open doubles vs Chinese Taipei, Women's Recurve Open doubles vs Indonesia, Compound Mixed Team event vs Philippines.

Reason

Thai Public Broadcasting Service Removes Interview with Taiwan Foreign Minister, Allegedly at China's Behest

Taiwan News (Keoni Everington) reports: Foreign Minister Joseph Wu (吳釗燮) on Sunday (Nov. 12) mocked China's government for lecturing Thailand over freedom of the press following his interview on a Thai television station. Wu was interviewed by Thai Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) anchor Phongsathat Sukhaphong on Nov. 1 in Taipei,…

France 24

Taiwan's #MeToo moment: Women speak out against sexual harassment

The #MeToo movement has reached Taiwan, where women have been speaking out about their experiences working with predators. Female staff at the ruling Democratic Progressive Party kicked off the first major wave by accusing powerful politicians of sexual harassment or assault. The momentum then spread, with alleged victims accusing celebrities,…

The Independent UK

Estonia will allow Taiwan to establish a nondiplomatic representative office in a policy revision

Estonia's government says it will allow Taiwan to open a nondiplomatic representative office of Taipei in the Baltic country to boost economic and cultural ties with the self-governing island

The Hindu

Telangana roller skaters win big in Asian championship

Telangana skaters win big at Asian championship with 9 gold, 10 silver and 4 bronze. Yama Skating Academy coaches Veeresh, Amar and Anup Kumar organised high-octane camps. The skaters faced fierce competition from Taipei, China, Korea and Japan.

The Independent UK

Watch live: Thousands participate in Taiwan’s annual Pride parade

Watch live as thousands of people participate in Taiwan's pride parade in downtown Taipei city on Saturday, 28 October.

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