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Taiwan leader says 'foreign forces' cannot decide island's future

TAIPEI - Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te said Wednesday that "foreign forces" cannot decide the future of the democratic island, which relies heavily on US security backing to deter a potential Chinese attack.

Bangkok Post

Compal and Exascale Collaborate to Showcase Integrated AI Infrastructure Solution at COMPUTEX 2026

TAIPEI, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Compal Electronics, Inc. (Compal; TWSE: 2324) will showcase its next-generation integrated AI infrastructure solutions at COMPUTEX 2026, highlighting the company's expanding capabilities across AI servers, liquid cooling, and data center infrastructure integration. As AI workloads continue driving rapid growth in power density and thermal…

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Trump’s shifting remarks on Taiwan are perfect for China to exploit

President’s remarks about Taiwan arms deals being a ‘negotiating chip’ with Beijing have been seized on by Chinese state media

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"Taiwan no pushover": Chinese Studies Expert Srikanth Kondapalli warns Beijing faces catastrophic casualties in event of invasion

Chinese Studies expert at Jawaharlal Nehru University, Professor Srikanth Kondapalli, broke down the long-term regional stability implications of US President Donald Trump's state visit to Beijing on May 13-15, emphasising that Taipei maintains high-tech operational military hardware capable of striking deep inside the mainland.

The Economic Times

Taiwan's message to China after Trump-Xi meet: US arms sales safe, Washington ties to deepen

Taiwan asserted that U.S. arms sales are protected by American law, aiming to reassure its citizens after the Trump-Xi summit. Taipei emphasized its commitment to deepening strategic ties with the United States, stressing that military assistance is not a negotiable concession with China.

The Times of India

For anxious Taiwan, Trump’s silence after Xi talks is best possible outcome

Island breathes sigh of relief as fears recede that US could jettison longstanding support

The Guardian - UK

CBS News anchor Tony Dokoupil failed to get a Chinese visa and will be covering Trump’s trip from over 1,000 miles away

Dokoupil will instead broadcast the CBS Evening News from Taipei, the capital of Taiwan

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Taiwan Officials On Edge as Trump Prepares to Discuss Arms Sales With China: Report

President Donald Trump's meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping this week is being watched with anxiety in Taipei, where officials fear Taiwan's security could become part of a broader negotiation involving trade and U.S.-China relations.

International Business Times

Bitter aftertaste: Taiwan’s leading baristas forced to compete at global coffee championship as ‘Chinese Taipei’

Decision by the World Coffee Championships has enraged members of Taiwan’s coffee community, including previous winners of the competition

The Guardian - AU

Taiwan accuses China of vegetable laundering via Vietnam

Taiwanese officials have accused firms in China of attempting to evade import restrictions by rerouting vegetables through neighbouring Vietnam

The Guardian - AU

Taiwan’s foreign minister arrives in Eswatini after president’s trip blocked amid China pressure claims

Taiwan’s top diplomat says Taipei would not be held back by ‘authoritarian forces’

The Independent UK

Taiwanese minister makes rare visit to contested island in South China Sea

Kuan Bi-ling’s visit to Taiwan-controlled Itu Aba, also known as Taipei Island, comes after seven years

The Independent UK

‘I will not yield’: Taiwan convulsed by 17-year prison sentence for populist opposition figure

The opposition Taiwan People’s party stands by founder Ko Wen-je despite sentence, alleging prosecutors were pressured by ruling DPP party

The Guardian - AU

Former Taiwan men’s coach kicked out of Women’s Asian Cup match for ‘political chants’

Former player and national coach Chen Kuei-jen was escorted out of stadium by police for referring to Taiwan instead of Chinese Taipei

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Taiwan Train Station Erupted in Joy As Chinese Taipei Upset Korea for the First Time in WBC

Chinese Taipei is still alive after defeating Korea 5–4 in extra innings.

International Business Times

(VIDEO) Shohei Ohtani Crushes Grand Slam in Japan's Dominant WBC Opener Against Chinese Taipei

Shohei Ohtani wasted no time asserting his dominance on the international stage, blasting a grand slam in the second inning to ignite Japan's explosive offense in a commanding 13-0 victory over Chinese Taipei on Friday, March 6, 2026

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World Baseball Classic 2026: Complete List of MLB Players Participating

Major League Baseball is sending 190 players to the event.

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Full World Baseball Classic 2026 Schedule, Format and Pool Assignments

The World Baseball Classic will begin in less than two weeks.

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The Independent UK

Alex Honnold reveals what keeps him up at night following record-breaking skyscraper climb

The 40-year-old was the first person to free solo climb Taipei 101 tower last month

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U.S., Taiwan ink trade deal after months of talks — agreement cuts tariffs on Taiwanese goods to 15% in exchange for direct investments on U.S. tech sector, semiconductors still excluded

The U.S. and Taiwan finally signed a trade deal that saw the island get a lower 15% tariff on its goods compared to the previous 20%. In exchange for this, Taiwanese companies will invest $250 billion in the American tech industry, while Taipei will guarantee an additional $250 in loans,…

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"What the heck were you thinking, dude? I would fall to my death." Maynard James Keenan has thoughts on Tool soundtracking that terrifying climb up one of the tallest buildings on Earth

"What balls!" Tool frontman Maynard James Keenan salutes Alex Honnold's live Netflix climb up the Taipei 101 skyscraper

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Netflix Faces Backlash After Famous Climber Discloses Low Pay For 500-Meter Skyscraper Climb

Alex Honnold, the American rock climber who scaled Taipei 101 without safety gear for a Netflix live stream last week, has revealed that he was paid little for the stunt.

The Independent UK

Alex Honnold reveals ‘scariest thing’ about his historic Taipei 101 climb

Professional rock climber became the first person to free solo the Taipei skyscraper

The Independent UK

Alex Honnold thanked for ‘bringing Taiwan to the international stage’ with Netflix skyscraper live stunt

Ropeless ascent of Taipei 101 draws global attention and praise for Honnold’s bravery – but also questions over the ethics of such a stunt

Euronews

US rock climber Alex Honnold reaches top of Taipei 101 skyscraper without ropes

Alex Honnold ascended the Taipei 101 skyscraper without ropes, using small outcroppings as footholds. The climb, broadcast live on Netflix, took around 90 minutes.

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