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Papal inauguration risks raising tensions between China and Taiwan

Beijing suspected of putting pressure on Vatican to cut ties with Taipei

The Guardian - UK

Taiwan confident of US support under Trump, minister says

In interview, Taiwan’s minister of mainland affairs says Chinese President Xi is stoking ‘fanatic nationalism’.

Al Jazeera

Inside Japan’s race to prepare for war on its doorstep

SPECIAL REPORT: Japan views Russia’s invasion of Ukraine as a failure of global deterrence – and a wake-up call. On Yonaguni island, just 100km from Taiwan, Adam Withnall visits a community bracing in case history repeats itself

The Independent UK

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Taiwan to drop new law restricting TSMC from allowing foreign fabs to produce leading edge nodes after company's $100 billion investment in US facilities

The law's designed to keep other countries one node behind Taiwan at all times.

PC Gamer

Taiwan's government strengthens 'silicon shield,' restricts exports of TSMC's most advanced process technologies

Taiwan is set to enforce strict controls on outbound semiconductor investments and advanced process technology exports under the amended Industrial Innovation Act, but uncertainty remains over how the government will define and restrict its future flagship nodes.

Tom’s Hardware

Taiwan cracks down on holders of Chinese ID amid fears over propaganda and espionage

Expulsion of people holding a Chinese passport or ID card prompts debate over identity, loyalty and freedom

The Guardian - AU

This Yamaha Scooter's New Colors Are So Cute, I'm Screaming

Guys, I don't know how familiar you are with the Yamaha Vinoora. But if you love cute things, scooters, or both, you probably should be. Developed by Yamaha Taiwan, this adorable scooter absolutely has a face of its own, and no mistake. From its introduction in Taiwan in 2020, it…

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China will talk trade, but US will need to make the first move, experts say

Beijing is in a stronger position than Washington to negotiate trade deal, analysts say.

Al Jazeera

Taiwan president will not attend Pope Francis’s funeral

Taiwan to send former vice-president despite Vatican being one of country’s few diplomatic allies

The Guardian - UK

Harvard Sues Trump Admin

Plus: Democrats visit El Salvador, Taiwan invasion possibilities, Hayek on rule of law, and more...

Reason

Trek, State and Specialized raise bike prices while other brands limit US releases — Is this just the beginning?

As tariffs hit, the bike industry is forced to adapt, whether through price increases, limited releases, or a restructuring of supply chains

Cycling Weekly

US and Philippines launch ‘Super Bowl’ of military exercises around South China Sea

Biggest edition of annual Balikatan drills sets off protests against presence of foreign troops and ‘militarisation’

The Independent UK

Ignoring SCOTUS

Plus: A deep dive into the likelihood of China invading Taiwan, a weak dollar, Kasparov sounds constitutional crisis alarms, and more...

Reason

US lawmakers signal bipartisan support for Taiwan despite Trump's tariffs, criticism

Despite Trump’s 32% tariff and past criticism, Taiwan has vowed to boost defence spending and strengthen economic ties with Washington.

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Reason

Michael Beckley: China Is Dangerously Weak

The Danger Zone co-author joins the show to discuss China's peaking power, and why that actually makes them more dangerous.

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TSMC's chip price hike could make your next iPhone very expensive

Your next iPhone could come with hidden costs, thanks to price hikes from silicon manufacturer TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company).

Tom’s Hardware

Massive 366% chip shipment surge to Malaysia amid increased Nvidia AI GPU smuggling curbs, ahead of looming sectoral tariffs

Following U.S. restrictions on advanced GPU exports to China, Taiwan's shipments of computing systems and components to Malaysia have surged dramatically, raising questions about whether Malaysia is emerging as a new hub for AI data centers or a transshipment point for circumventing U.S. export controls.

MarketBeat

Tariff Exemptions Set the Stage for a Taiwan Semiconductor Rally

Taiwan Semiconductor stock might be in the clear after President Trump applied new tariff exemptions for consumer electronics and chips.

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Taiwan's TSMC Net Profit Soars As US Tariff Threat Looms

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company is the world's largest contract maker of chips that have become the lifeblood of the global economy, powering everything from smartphones to missiles.

Euronews

TSMC profit soars and outlook kept steady despite chip tariff woes

Contract chipmaker Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s net income was up by 60% in the first quarter, boosted by strong AI demand.

International Business Times

Taiwan's TSMC Says Net Profit Rose 60.3% In First Quarter

Taiwanese chipmaking titan TSMC reported Thursday a surge in net profit for the first quarter and forecast robust demand for artificial intelligence technology, despite the spectre of US tariffs on the critical sector.

The Independent UK

Divided loyalties? 62 Taiwanese military members found with Chinese residency permits

In the latest revelation of Chinese influence among the Taiwanese armed forced, at least 62 active-duty Taiwanese service members have been found holding Chinese residency permits

The Guardian - AU

Re-arm, reassure and spend big: how the Asia Pacific is responding to a new era under Trump

The US president has upset global norms in the space of weeks, spurring a flurry of defence spending, diplomatic overtures and offers to boost trade

The Independent UK

US and Philippine joint combat drills show Trump is not scaling back on South China Sea region

A senior Philippine military official said U.S. and Filipino forces will undertake battle-readiness exercises, including live-fire drills, in a largescale deployment that shows the Trump administration is not scaling back its commitment to help deter aggression in the region

Euronews

Which companies will be impacted by Trump’s semiconductor tariffs?

Companies such as Taiwan’s TSMC and South Korea’s Samsung Electronics may be particularly hit by upcoming US semiconductor tariffs.

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