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Taiwan minister makes rare China visit for APEC amid tensions with Beijing

Taiwan's labour minister Hung Sun-han travelled to China on Sunday to attend an APEC human resources ministerial meeting, marking the first ministerial-level visit to the country by a member of President Lai Ching-te's administration as Beijing continues to step up military and political pressure on Taipei.

The Times of India

Asian Games 2026: India's Kabaddi teams chase double gold as campaign begins in Aichi-Nagoya

India’s men’s and women’s kabaddi teams begin their Asian Games 2026 campaigns on September 21 as defending champions, with the men drawn alongside Japan, South Korea, Chinese Taipei and Bangladesh, while the women face Iran, Japan and Bangladesh in the group stage.

The Economic Times

Why a Russian screening of an 81-year-old film has alarmed Taiwan

Taiwan says Russia is helping China push its narrative of a rising military threat from Japan

The Independent UK

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Taipei Story by Rebecca F Kuang review – the torture and hilarity of learning Chinese

An American Chinese student studies Mandarin in Taiwan, in this heartfelt journey of self-discovery and family secrets

The Guardian - UK

In 2010, Taiwan turned 1.5 million discarded PET bottles into Taipei’s EcoARK; the $4.22 million exhibition hall stood 26 metres high and resisted storms

In 2010, Taipei unveiled the EcoARK, a stunning 26-meter-high exhibition hall constructed entirely from 1.5 million recycled PET bottles. Designed to endure natural disasters, this innovative structure showcases interlocking blocks that create a unique honeycomb-like facade. Incorporating rainwater harvesting and abundant natural light, the building minimized energy consumption. Following the…

The Times of India

Taiwan says its companies plan to invest another $20 billion in US

Taiwanese firms plan additional twenty billion dollars investment in the United States. This significant investment is driven by increasing demand for artificial intelligence applications. The announcement came from Taiwan's economy minister at a trade show in Taipei. A visiting US official welcomed the news, highlighting shared supply chain commitments. These…

The Economic Times

China warns of 'consequences' for Taiwan after Taipei envoys attend Pacific leaders summit

China has warned of consequences for Taiwan after officials from Beijing and Taipei attended a Pacific leaders summit

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THAI says typhoon could disrupt Taipei, Shanghai flights

Thai Airways International has advised passengers on flights to Taipei and Shanghai on Thursday and Friday to check schedules as they could be disrupted by an approaching storm.

Bangkok Post

Taiwan's leader says government to propose record defence spending for 2027

TAIPEI - Taiwan's government will propose record defence spending for 2027, President Lai Ching-te said on Monday, as the island democracy faces growing military pressure from China.

Bangkok Post

‘TikTok wouldn’t open at all’: Taiwan simulates an internet blackout, with an eye on China threat

Taiwan practised cutting off internet for the first time amid concerns about the safety of the undersea cables that form its ‘digital lifeline’

The Guardian - AU

Taiwan says AI agents used in cyberattacks targeting island

TAIPEI - Overseas hackers used artificial intelligence agents to help carry out a wave of cyberattacks targeting Taiwanese government agencies in July, the island's digital affairs ministry said Thursday.

Bangkok Post

Taiwan plans 16% defence spending hike for 2027

Taiwan's cabinet will propose a sixteen percent defense spending rise for 2027. This proposed budget will exceed one trillion Taiwan dollars for the first time. China has increased military and political pressure on Taiwan recently. Taiwan is also responding to calls from Washington to bolster its own defense. The island…

The Economic Times

Shanghai cancels 1,300 flights and relocates 300,000 people as China prepares for Typhoon Dolphin

Outer bands of storm hits northern Taiwan, including the capital Taipei, bringing rain

The Independent UK

Taipei says China's traffic control order for Taiwan Strait during typhoon is 'ridiculous'

Taiwan has called China's traffic control attempts in the Taiwan Strait ridiculous. Beijing claims the strait and has imposed measures due to an approaching typhoon. Taiwan's government stated China has no right to restrict international waters access. The Coast Guard has not detected abnormal Chinese vessel movements in the area.…

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Hyderabad airport enhances Taipei-Hyd-Dubai cargo corridor with Emirates SkyCargo Ops

Hyderabad Airport recently celebrated the launch of Emirates SkyCargo's new Boeing 777 Freighter service, which establishes a vital connection between Taipei, Hyderabad, and Dubai. This dedicated freighter enhances trade links and significantly boosts cargo movement in the strategically important Taipei-Hyderabad-Dubai corridor. The initiative ensures efficient handling of high-value shipments and…

The Economic Times

Unnati Hooda beats Devika Sihag to enter semifinals of Taipei Open

Unnati Hooda secured a straight-game victory in her quarterfinal match. She defeated Devika Sihag to reach the Taipei Open semifinals. Hooda won the first game 23-21 after a close contest. The third seed then maintained her momentum to win the second game. She will now face her next opponent in…

Bangkok Post

PM defends stance on China

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul dismissed Taiwan's criticism of Thailand's support for the One China policy on Thursday, saying Bangkok's position would not affect economic ties with Taipei.

The Guardian - AU

‘A statement of freedom’: T-shirt slogan goes viral and book sales rocket in Taiwan after Hong Kong raids

Taiwanese people look on with concern at fate of Hong Kong’s independent booksellers, after series of arrests in recent months

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The Economic Times

Taiwan says Chinese vessel activity jumps, raising fears for Pacific supply routes

Taiwan reported a significant increase in Chinese coast guard vessel activity around the island in June. This surge prompted Taipei to plan drills simulating potential Chinese escalations near its Pacific coast. Officials noted that some Chinese vessels are former naval destroyers, posing a heightened threat. The increased activity strains Taiwan's…

Fortune

Jensen Huang's signature black leather jacket just sold at Sotheby's for nearly $1 million—and the money is going to young tech builders

The Nvidia CEO's Tom Ford jacket, photomatched to a 2023 Taipei appearance, carried a $40,000-$60,000 estimate.

Benzinga

TSMC Stock Slides Despite Crushing Q2 Estimates With Fifth Straight Record Profit

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (NYSE:TSM) delivered a fifth consecutive record quarterly profit, beating Wall Street expectations. At the time of writing, TSMC stock rose 1.23% to close at NT$2,470 ($76.72) in Taipei.

The Economic Times

Ayush, Unnati, Lakshya bow out in dismal day for India at Japan Open

Indian shuttlers Ayush Shetty and Unnati Hooda fought gallantly before exiting the Japan Open. Lakshya Sen also lost in straight games, marking a disappointing day for India. Ayush Shetty showed grit but ultimately lost to the second seed in a long match. Unnati Hooda faced her second defeat against Huang…

Bangkok Post

Flight pulled over typhoon

Thai Airways International has cancelled a Taipei-Bangkok flight scheduled for July 12 as Typhoon Bavi continues to disrupt air travel in the region.

Bangkok Post

More flights to Taipei and Shanghai cancelled due to Typhoon Bavi

Thai Airways International has cancelled more flights between Bangkok and Shanghai and Bangkok and Taipei this weekend due to the impact of Typhoon Bavi.

Bangkok Post

Dozens of Hong Kong flights cancelled as Typhoon Bavi nears Taiwan

Dozens of outbound flights from Hong Kong to Taiwan, mainland China and Japan originally scheduled for later this week have been cancelled due to Super Typhoon Bavi, with some local carriers offering special arrangements for affected passengers.

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