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Ukraine is in the headlines now. But a whole new world of conflict is about to erupt

Taiwan, North Korea, Iran and Palestine are all potential flashpoints that could distract western attention from the invasion in 2023

The Guardian - UK

Taiwanese president calls on China to resume bilateral talks

Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen urged Beijing to resume talks with Taipei to help maintain stability in the region in the face of renewed threats by Beijing to use force against Taiwan.

Tribune News Service

Taiwan president offers China help to deal with COVID surge

Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen on Sunday offered to provide China with "necessary assistance" to help it deal with a surge in COVID-19 cases, but said Chinese military activities near the island were not beneficial to peace and stability.

Reuters

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Taiwan president's special envoy to attend late Pope's funeral

Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen will send a special envoy to attend this week's funeral of former Pope Benedict, with her office saying it is a demonstration of the "deep friendship" between Taiwan and the Vatican, which has been courting China.

Reuters

Taiwan’s 2022 in Review

From the largest public displays of protest in a generation arising in China to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the most important developments internationally in the past year had a profound influence on Taiwan and the region.

The News Lens

4 SDF facilities slated to relocate command centers underground

The Defense Ministry is planning to move command centers underground at four Self-Defense Forces facilities by fiscal 2028 and implement measures against electromagnetic pulse attacks at five Air Self-Defense Force bases by fiscal 2029 in preparation for such situations as an emergency in Taiwan, according to government sources.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Covid testing travellers arriving into UK from China 'under review' amid soaring cases

The United States, India, Italy, South Korea and Taiwan have announced Covid testing for passengers arriving from China

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Chinese jet in South China Sea ‘came dangerously close’ to colliding with US plane

Near-miss came as China intercepted US reconnaissance mission over South China Sea

Evening Standard

Taiwan's Tsai thanks troops after China military maneuvers

Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen has thanked navy and army personnel for their service defending the island, after China sent a record-breaking number of warplanes and ships toward Taiwan this week

The Independent UK

South Korea to test travellers from China amid COVID surge

The move comes after similar announcements by India, Italy, Taiwan and the US.

Al Jazeera

UK 'ignoring Covid threat' as passengers from China arrive test-free amid rise in cases

The US, Italy, India, Taiwan, South Korea, Malaysia and Japan all announced mandatory tests for passengers arriving from China, after Beijing said it is to reopen its borders next week

Daily Mirror

5 Ways the U.S.-China Cold War Will Be Different From the Last One

Guardrails and statesmanship will be even more important this time around.

Foreign Policy

US approves anti-tank mine-laying system for Taiwan amid rising tensions with China

The US has approved the sale of an anti-tank mine-laying system to Taiwan amid the rising military threat from China.

Evening Standard

US clears sale of $180m anti-tank systems to Taiwan

Taiwan says the sale will boost the island’s capacity for ‘asymmetric warfare’ amid escalating tensions with China.

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The Independent UK

US to sell Taiwan anti-tank system amid rising China threat

The U.S. State Department has approved the sale of an anti-tank mine-laying system to Taiwan amid the rising military threat from China

Caixin Global

China Appoints New Taiwan Affairs Office Head

Seasoned diplomat Song Tao’s responsibilities include formulating policies on the island, coordinating related legal affairs, and managing cross-strait business and cultural affairs

Reuters

U.S. approves potential sale of anti-tank systems to Taiwan for $180 million

The U.S. State Department has approved the possible sale of Volcano anti-tank mine-laying systems to Taiwan for an estimated $180 million, the Pentagon said on Wednesday.

Reuters

U.S. to impose mandatory COVID-19 tests for travelers from China

The United States will impose mandatory COVID-19 tests on travelers from China, U.S. health officials said on Wednesday, joining India, Italy, Japan and Taiwan in taking new measures after Beijing's decision to lift stringent zero-COVID policies.

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Leadership contest stirs in 97-member Abe faction

A leadership grab appears to have kicked off in the largest faction of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, involving LDP Policy Research Council chair Koichi Hagiuda and LDP House of Councillors Secretary General Hiroshige Seko.

WEKU

One of Taiwan's biggest pop stars sings in an Indigenous language

Abao sings in the Paiwan language — not Chinese, which dominates Taiwan's pop music industry. Her popularity reflects the island's overdue recognition and awareness of Indigenous culture.

Reuters

China slams Taiwan's 'cannon fodder' conscription decision

China's government criticised Taiwan on Wednesday for seeking to use the Taiwanese people as "cannon fodder" by extending compulsory military service from four months to one year starting in 2024.

Reuters

Taiwan to test arrivals from China for COVID from Jan 1

Taiwan will test arrivals from China for COVID-19 from Jan. 1 in response to a surge in cases there, the government said on Wednesday, joining other countries in stepping up controls on people coming from China.

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The 4 Best Stocks Warren Buffett Has Bought and Sold

While speculators were fueling bouts of market volatility with panic-driven sell-offs, legendary investor Warren Buffett doubled down on his playbook to load up on growing businesses with enduring competitive advantages. Under his leadership, Berkshire Hathaway (BRK) increased its stake in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM) and Activision Blizzard (ATVI) while lightening…

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3 Chip Stocks That Should Be on Your Radar Today

With the Biden administration ramping up investment in the semiconductor industry, it is well-positioned to grow. Given the industry’s long-term growth prospects, it could be wise to buy fundamentally strong chip stocks Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSM), Broadcom (AVGO), and Xperi (XPER).

France 24

Taiwan to extend compulsory military service to one year, citing China threat

Taiwan will extend its compulsory military service from four months to a year starting in 2024, President Tsai Ing-wen said Tuesday, as the self-ruled island faces China's military, diplomatic and trade pressure.

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