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China Calls Russia Its Chief 'Strategic Partner' despite War

The Chinese Foreign Minister on Monday called Russia Beijing’s “most important strategic partner” amid China's continued refusal to condemn the invasion of Ukraine. Wang Yi said ties with Moscow constituted “one of the most crucial bilateral relationships in the world." China has broken with the US, Europe and others that…

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Ukraine's fight an inspiration for Taiwan, foreign minister says

Ukrainians fighting against Russian invaders have inspired the people of Taiwan, the island's foreign minister said on Monday, as he announced millions of dollars in aid for Ukrainian refugees.

Reuters

China says Taiwan, Ukraine issues are different

The issues of Taiwan and Ukraine are different as Taiwan has always been a part of China, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Monday, reiterating Beijing's stance on the Chinese-claimed island.

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Russia attack no portent for Taiwan: PM

Prime Minister Scott Morrison doesn't believe Russia's aggression and invasion of Ukraine draws parallels with China's intent to assert control over Taiwan.

AAP

Legislators Leading Public Opinion on the Death Penalty

A recent report has found that many legislators in Taiwan privately believe that the death penalty should be abolished.

The News Lens

PM says further assistance coming as ‘rain bomb’ set to cost Queensland billions – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

New US Ambassador Arrives in Beijing amid Tense Relations

New US Ambassador Nicholas Burns has arrived to take up his post in Beijing amid heightened tensions between China and the United States over Taiwan, trade, human rights and the war in Ukraine. Burns arrived Friday with his wife Libby and a group of other US diplomats and their families…

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Dutton dials back language on Australia defending Taiwan in a potential war with China

Defence minister hopes international response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine prompts China to reassess cost of action

The Guardian - AU

Peter Dutton flags Australia sending weapons to Taiwan, acquiring nuclear submarines before 2040

The Defence Minister says Australia may send weapons to Taiwan in response to any future Chinese military aggression, while revealing Canberra may acquire nuclear submarines earlier than 2040.

ABC News

Fukushima Pref. farmers set to restart exports to Taiwan following lifting of ban

Taiwan has lifted an import ban on food from Fukushima and four other prefectures, imposed in the wake of the 2011 accident at the Fukushima No.1 nuclear power plant.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

New US ambassador arrives in Beijing amid tense relations

New U.S. Ambassador Nicholas Burns has arrived to take up his post in Beijing amid heightened tensions between China and the United States over Taiwan, trade, human rights and the war in Ukraine

The Independent UK

Pompeo says US should recognize Taiwan as Ukraine war flares

The U.S. should immediately move toward recognizing Taiwan as a country, former U.S. Secretary of State and potential presidential candidate Mike Pompeo said in Taipei, comments that garnered a testy response from Beijing.

Tribune News Service

China to raise defense spending by 7.1% to $229 billion

China is raising its defense spending in 2022 by 7.1% to $229 billion, up from a 6.8% increase the year before

The Independent UK

China pledges peaceful growth of Taiwan ties, but opposes foreign interference

Chinese Premier Li Keqiang pledged on Saturday to advance peaceful growth in relations with Taiwan and "reunification", and said his government firmly opposes any separatist activities or foreign interference, drawing a firm rebuke from Taipei.

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Bangkok Post

Shopee upbeat on e-commerce

Shopee, an e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, is forecasting growth in Thailand's e-commerce market based on an expansion in the user base and intense marketing and promotions to help boost purchasing power amid a sluggish economy.

The Guardian - UK

China has little to gain but much to lose as Russia’s ally

The uneasy friendship and ties that bind China and Russia counter long-standing issues of mistrust over the years

The Independent UK

Russia invasion: List of sanctions from nations to businesses as world turns on ‘Pariah’ Putin

Sporting fixtures and music tours targeted by worldwide boycott of Russia

The Conversation

Ukraine conflict: the pros and cons of China as global peace mediator

Some early indications suggest that China may want to negotiate on behalf of the rest of the world with Russia on Ukraine. On March 1, Beijing issued a statement saying it “deplored” the outbreak of conflict and calling on Russia and Ukraine to find a solution.

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US Should Diplomatically Recognize 'Free' Taiwan, Says Pompeo

The United States should diplomatically recognize Taiwan as "a free and sovereign country," former US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said in a speech while visiting the island.

The Independent UK

In unofficial capacity, Pompeo urges US to recognize Taiwan

Former U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has called for the U.S. to give diplomatic recognition to Taiwan

Reuters

U.S. should recognise Taiwan, former top diplomat Pompeo says

The United States should formally recognise Taiwan as a country, former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said on Friday during a speech in Taipei, drawing a stern rebuke from China for his "babbling nonsense".

ABC News

Taiwan is watching Russia's war in Ukraine warily, with fears China's Xi Jinping could learn from Vladimir Putin's strategy

Russia's war in Ukraine has put the spotlight on the tense relationship between China and Taiwan, and while leaders and some experts are playing down the comparisons, the invasion is stoking an undercurrent of fear among the people of Taiwan.

The Guardian - AU

Fifth death reported in NSW; ‘it’s climate change,’ Palaszczuk says as Qld death toll rises to 10 – as it happened

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Roll Call

Lawmakers push Navy to reconsider plans in light of Ukraine - Roll Call

Lawmakers said the Navy needs to focus on immediate threats after the Russian invasion of Ukraine, such as a Chinese invasion of Taiwan.

The Guardian - AU

Government prepared for backlash before Tony Abbott’s Taiwan trip made public, FoI documents reveal

Emails obtained by Guardian Australia show officials planned to dismiss suggestion Abbott’s trip represented Taiwan policy change

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