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A $10 Billion Reason to Buy AMD Stock Now

AMD’s rally continues as AI demand, cloud spending, and a major Taiwan expansion reinforce its position in the semiconductor boom.

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'Not fond of Indians': Taiwan candidate Lee Hung-Yi's billboard banning turbaned man, upside-down Indian flag sparks concern

Taiwan anti-India billboard: A political candidate in Taiwan Lee Hung-Yi has ignited a social media firestorm with a billboard opposing Indian immigration and the flag. The controversial advertisement features a turbaned man and a 'no entry' sign. Indian residents in Taiwan have expressed feeling uncomfortable and offended by the display.

The Economic Times

Taiwan detects 9 sorties of Chinese aircraft, 7 vessels, 1 ship

Taiwan's defense ministry reported Chinese military activity near its waters. Nine Chinese aircraft and seven vessels were detected on Monday. Earlier, four aircraft and six vessels were observed. Some Chinese aircraft entered Taiwan's Air Defense Identification Zone. Taiwan's armed forces monitored and responded to the situation. China claims Taiwan as…

The Economic Times

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Chinese ship leaves after tense standoff near Taiwan-controlled islands

A Chinese coast guard ship departed waters near Taiwan's Pratas Islands on Sunday after a tense verbal confrontation with Taiwan's Coast Guard over sovereignty. Taiwan's vessel broadcast messages urging the Chinese ship to return and strive for democracy. This incident follows increased Chinese military activity around Taiwan.

The Economic Times

After $2.5 billion Supermicro smuggling bust, Nvidia CEO urges company to fix export control compliance — Taiwan also begins to crack down on AI GPU chip smuggling to China

Huang told reporters at Songshan Airport that Nvidia insists its partners follow U.S. trade rules.

Tom’s Hardware

China accused of targeting Taiwanese religious followers amid fresh detentions

China is facing renewed criticism after three Taiwanese followers of the religious movement I-Kuan Tao were reportedly detained in separate incidents earlier this month, according to Taiwan's semi-official cross-strait agency.

The Economic Times

Warren Buffett sits on $400 bn cash as Michael Burry warns of AI bubble. Is a massive market crash coming?

Berkshire Hathaway holds nearly $400 billion in cash. Michael Burry warns of an AI bubble, citing similarities to the Dotcom crash. The AI boom is reshaping global markets. South Korea's Kospi and Taiwan's stock market have seen significant gains, surpassing established Western exchanges. This shift highlights a new global market…

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Trump is doing a Ukraine on Taiwan. And it exposes a startling new level of US weakness

ANALYSIS: Trump has suspended weapons sales to Taiwan in a move that again shows he favours potential enemies over allies, explains world affairs editor Sam Kiley

The Independent UK

‘No Indian workers’ billboards in Taiwan polls unsettle expats

Billboards showing a turbaned man with a 'no entry' sign, put up by a candidate in upcoming local body elections in Taiwan, have unsettled the small but growing Indian community on the island - and drawn a sharp rebuke from one of the country's most senior officials.

The Times of India

Taiwan detects Chinese military aircraft, naval vessels near island for second straight day

Taiwan's defense ministry reported Chinese military activity, with four aircraft and six naval vessels detected around the island. Three aircraft crossed the Taiwan Strait median line. This follows a day of heightened activity, with 16 aircraft and eight vessels observed, 13 of which crossed the median line. These incursions underscore…

The Times of India

Nvidia Says $200 Billion CPU Market Opportunity Includes China Despite Ongoing Chip Restrictions

Nvidia's chief executive also underscored the importance of Taiwan's supply chain and said the company is ramping up production of its Vera Rubin AI platform.

International Business Times

Taiwan says China deployed more than 100 vessels in regional waters

China has deployed over 100 naval and coast guard vessels across regional waters. This comes as Taiwan's security officials express concern. US President Donald Trump's remarks on arms sales to Taiwan have caused unease. Taiwan is seeking to boost its defense spending, but a proposed plan faced parliamentary hurdles. Beijing…

The Economic Times

Japan trade minister holds brief talks with Chinese counterpart amid diplomatic row

Japan's Trade Minister Ryosei Akazawa confirmed a brief, undisclosed conversation with China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao before a dinner at APEC meetings. This marks the most senior Japanese official's engagement in China since a diplomatic dispute arose over comments regarding Taiwan, which led to Chinese retaliatory measures including rare earth…

The Economic Times

Taiwan detects 16 sorties of Chinese military aircraft, 8 vessels around itself

Taiwan's defense ministry reported sixteen Chinese military aircraft and eight vessels near its waters. Thirteen aircraft crossed the median line into Taiwan's Air Defense Identification Zone. This follows a similar incident on Friday with six aircraft and ten vessels. The United States has stated it will address the 'Taiwan problem'.

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US arms sales to Taiwan unrelated to Iran war, source says

Taiwan awaits a significant U.S. arms sale. A U.S. official suggested a pause due to munitions needs for an Iran conflict. However, a source states these sales take years and are separate from the Iran war. The U.S. military has ample supplies. The U.S. policy towards Taiwan remains unchanged. Taiwan's…

The Economic Times

No talks currently planned between Trump and Taiwan's Lai, sources say

Donald Trump has repeatedly said he plans to speak with Lai Ching-te, but U.S. and Taiwanese officials have yet to make concrete arrangements for a call, according to sources familiar with the matter. A direct conversation between sitting U.S. and Taiwanese presidents would be unprecedented since Washington switched diplomatic recognition…

Bangkok Post

The US and China must learn to coexist

The recent summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in Beijing produced no major breakthroughs on tariffs, Taiwan, or ongoing geopolitical conflicts like the Iran war, prompting many observers to dismiss it as inconsequential. Yet its restrained and cordial tone suggested a new, more pragmatic approach that implicitly acknowledges the…

AAP

Taiwan's government says US hasn't notified it of any pause in a planned $14B arms sale

Taiwan's government says it hasn't been notified of any pause in a planned $14 billion U.S. arms sale to the self-governing island

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Bangkok Post

Taiwanese react to uncertainty over US arms sales

TAIPEI - President Donald Trump’s suggestion that US arms sales to Taiwan could be a bargaining chip with China has set off alarms across the world, but in Taipei, people say the situation was beyond their control.

Euronews

Taiwan says it has received no notification from US of any pause to planned €12bn arms sale

Like other countries that maintain formal diplomatic ties with Beijing, the US doesn't recognise Taiwan as a country, but Washington remains the island’s strongest backer and arms supplier.

AAP

Taiwan not told by US of any changes to military sales

Taiwan hasn't been notified of any pause in a planned $20 billion US arms sale to the self-governing island, Taipei says.

AAP

Taiwan's government says US hasn't notified it of any pause in a planned $14 billion arms sale

Taiwan's government says it hasn't been notified of any pause in a planned $14 billion U.S. arms sale to the self-governing island

The Independent UK

Shoot-and-scoot: Mobile missile launchers play key role in US Pacific deterrence strategy

The U.S. Marines have demonstrated their capabilities with a live-fire exercise in Japan, showcasing the HIMARS mobile rocket system

The Guardian - UK

US arms sales to Taiwan on ‘pause’ due to Iran war, says acting navy chief

Hung Cao’s comments are latest blow to Taipei after Donald Trump recently cast doubt over US’s enduring support

The Independent UK

U.S. pauses $14bn Taiwan arms sale just days after Trump’s summit with Xi Jinping in China

Taipei says it’s yet to receive formal notice as concerns grow over Washington’s commitment to island’s security

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