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President Biden: US does not support independence for Taiwan

The president was speaking after Taiwanese voters went to the ballot box

Evening Standard · Jan 13, 2024

Taiwan Voters Cheer For 'Vitality Of Democracy' After Lai's Win

When Taiwan's president-elect Lai Ching-te stepped onstage and vowed to defend the self-ruled island from China's ever-constant threat, 24-year-old Jacky breathed a sigh of relief as thousands around him erupted in thunderous cheers.

International Business Times · Jan 13, 2024

Taiwan's ruling party wins historic third term, upsetting China

Breaking news in Taiwan as the ruling party secures a historic third presidential term, causing major implications for US-China relations.

Taiwan’s Democratic Progressive Party wins third presidential term as victor Lai Ching-te thanks voters for ‘new chapter’ in the island’s democracy

The election has implications for Taiwan’s relationship with the People’s Republic of China, a significant source of geopolitical tension.

Fortune · Jan 13, 2024

Taiwan: DPP candidate Lai Ching-te wins presidential polls amid escalating tensions with China

Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) candidate Lai Ching-te has won the much-anticipated Taiwanese presidential polls and is set to be the next President amid concerns of escalating tensions with China. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Jan 13, 2024

Taiwan ruling party’s Lai wins presidential election

Lai, the current vice president, faced repeated attacks from China, which called him a dangerous separatist.

Al Jazeera · Jan 13, 2024

Taiwan’s Lai Ching-te wins presidential vote, vows to defend island from China threats

Taiwan’s ruling party, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), secured a historic third term on Saturday as Vice President Lai Ching-te won the country’s widely watched presidential election with 40.05 percent of the vote.

France 24 · Jan 13, 2024

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Taiwan's crucial election sparks tension with China

Learn about Taiwan's crucial election, as three candidates with different visions compete to become the next leader. Find out what's at stake and how China...

Taiwan elections 2024: Polls close as voters pick president, MPs

Vote count under way, with results expected in a few hours after high expected turnout.

Al Jazeera · Jan 13, 2024

Polls close in key Taiwan election held amid looming threats from China

Vote counting got under way on Saturday in a Taiwan election held in the shadow of threats from China that choosing the wrong leader could set the stage for war on the self-ruled island.

France 24 · Jan 13, 2024

Taiwan election: Future of democracy hangs amid China tensions

Discover the current state of Taiwan's democracy as voters prepare for a crucial presidential election amidst threats from China's government.

Taiwan Votes In Key Election Under Chinese Threats

Millions of Taiwanese head to the polls Saturday for a presidential election closely watched across the world, as the new leader will set the course for the democratic island facing increasing aggression from China.

International Business Times · Jan 12, 2024

In photos: Costumes, color and singing candidates — welcome to a Taiwanese election

Amid a dazzling display of color and theatrics, Taiwan, the only Chinese-language democracy, is preparing to elect a new president this weekend.

WEKU · Jan 12, 2024

Taiwanese youth voice income, housing concerns ahead of crucial elections

While cross-strait relations remain an overarching theme in Taiwan’s presidential and legislative elections this weekend, many young voters are more concerned with domestic issues, such as low wages and housing, that preoccupy them as much as or even more than the threat of an invasion by the People's Republic of…

France 24 · Jan 12, 2024

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Al Jazeera · Jan 12, 2024

China says will ‘crush’ Taiwan independence efforts as vote looms

The governing DPP, which champions Taiwan’s separate identity, is seeking a third term in elections on Saturday.

International Business Times · Jan 12, 2024

Taiwan Parties Mass For Rallies On Eve Of Pivotal Vote

Tens of thousands of supporters flocked to noisy, colourful rallies for Taiwan's three main political parties on Friday, as the candidates made a last push for votes in an election that China has warned could take the island closer to war.

WEKU · Jan 12, 2024

As China looms large, two opposing visions face off in Taiwan's election

The two parties that have historically dominated Taiwanese electoral politics are trying to sell voters their visions of the island's future – starting with the issue of China.

The Guardian - UK · Jan 12, 2024

Friday briefing: What Taiwan’s general election means for the country – and democracy worldwide

In today’s newsletter: Taiwan goes to the polls on Saturday, with major geopolitical ramifications on the line

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The Guardian - AU · Jan 12, 2024

Inflatables, hip-hop rallies, and a missile alarm: Taiwan to vote in election that’s too close to call

Voting begins on Saturday in the most closely watched election in Taiwan since its first in 1996 amid the existential threat of China

Al Jazeera · Jan 12, 2024

‘A country but not a country’: Taiwan prepares to vote in China’s shadow

Some 63 percent of Taiwan’s people identify as Taiwanese, but it might not affect the outcome of Saturday’s vote.

France 24 · Jan 11, 2024

Taiwan’s presidential election: Who are the candidates in the high-stakes vote?

Voters in Taiwan choose their new president on Saturday in a high-stakes election that carries huge geopolitical relevance. With the threat of a Chinese invasion looming larger than ever, the self-governing island’s upcoming vote is capturing global attention. FRANCE 24 takes a look at the three candidates vying for Taiwan’s…

Al Jazeera · Jan 11, 2024

Taiwan hits back at China for ‘repeated interference’ in upcoming elections

Taipei responds to Beijing calling frontrunner candidate Lai ‘dangerous’ and towards ‘evil path’ of independence.

International Business Times · Jan 11, 2024

China Calls Taiwan Poll Frontrunner A 'Severe Danger' Days From Crucial Vote

China warned Taiwan's voters Thursday to make the correct choice in the island's weekend elections, describing the presidential frontrunner as a "severe danger" who would threaten peace by following the "evil path" of independence.

The Independent UK · Jan 11, 2024

Taiwan's election is shaped by economic realities, not just Beijing's threats to use force

Beijing's threat to use force to claim the self-governed island of Taiwan isn't just about missiles and warships

International Business Times · Jan 11, 2024

'Our Way Of Life': Taiwan To Vote In Election Dominated By China

Taiwan will vote for a new president on Saturday in an election closely watched across the world, as the new leader will set the course for the democratic island facing growing aggression from China.

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