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Q&A: Taiwan Foreign Minister Joseph Wu talks elections and China

Island’s top diplomat says Taiwan under ‘constant threat’ from Beijing, which has ‘ambitions over a democratic country’.

Al Jazeera

No, these videos do not show Chinese tanks deployed near Taiwan last week

Two videos are circulating since September 6, showing what internet users claim to be the 'deployment of Chinese armoured vehicles in provinces near Taiwan' last week. Both videos were however traced back to August 2, 2022, when Nancy Pelosi visited the island. Catalina Marchant de Abreu explains in this edition…

France 24

Coral riffs? Trio of ‘rare and elusive’ bowmouth guitarfish pups take the stage at Shedd Aquarium

All the way from Taiwan, the guitar-shaped fish are thriving alongside several Indo-Pacific sharks and other fish, giving researchers a chance to learn more about the critically endangered species, the aquarium said.

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Taiwan says it spotted 22 Chinese warplanes and 20 warships near the island after US sailed through

Taiwan says it spotted 22 Chinese military aircraft and 20 warships near the island on Tuesday

The Independent UK

Frustrated China steps up warship and fighter plane activity around Taiwan

Taipei reports People’s Liberation Army operation, which comes after Beijing accused US and Canada of ‘inciting conflict’ by traversing Taiwan Strait

The Guardian - AU

Biden Believes Economic Woes May Dilute China’s Aggressive Stance On Taiwan

The president cited forthcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in San Francisco as a potential ground for dialogue.

Zenger

Taiwan tries to hold on to Eswatini, its last remaining ally in Africa

Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen has wrapped up a visit to Eswatini, Taipei's only diplomatic ally in Africa, after signing a string of development agreements. But will the relationship hold?

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India’s military studying options for any China war on Taiwan

NEW DELHI: India is studying possible responses to a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan following discreet inquiries from the US on how the South Asian nation could contribute in the event of a war, according to senior Indian government officials.

The Times of India

Competition over the South China Sea explained in 30 seconds

China, the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Brunei and Taiwan all have claims over the area, and tensions often threaten to boil over

The Guardian - AU

Whisky and what now? Four surprising pairings for double-casked single malt

From jollof rice to Taiwanese fried chicken, here are four new food trends you’ve got to sample with a dram

The Guardian - UK

White House cancels Alaskan oil leases awarded in final days of Trump presidency

The Biden administration has scrapped oil leases in Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge on the basis of "legal deficiencies". The leases awarded by the Trump administration had been widely criticised by environmental groups. However, the White House's move comes after it approved an oil drilling project in another Alaskan reserve…

France 24

1 Top Chip Stock Ready to Ride Nvidia's AI Tailwinds Higher

When it comes to AI chips, Nvidia is dominant and the clear winner. But it does NOT do one thing - actually make AI chips. For that, Nvidia is almost entirely dependent on one company, Taiwan Semiconductor. That's great news for TSM.

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First Thing: Burning Man revelers begin to leave festival after road reopens

Organisers of event in Nevada desert have asked people to stagger their departure after thousands were stranded over weekend. Plus, has US learned to cope with extreme heat?

The Guardian - UK

Taiwan presidential hopeful offers pets for pregnancies in push to boost birth rate

Terry Gou, who entered the race last week, said the island’s demographic crisis could be solved by giving expectant parents a cat or dog

The Guardian - AU

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Taiwan's President Tsai begins visit to remaining ally Eswatini in southern Africa

Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen has begun a four-day trip to Eswatini, one of the island’s 13 remaining allies

Radio France Internationale

Taiwan leader visits last African ally as China boosts influence on continent

On Tuesday, 5 September, Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen will visit Eswatini, Taipei's only remaining diplomatic ally in Africa. Meanwhile, Beijing's political influence on the continent continues to grow.

France 24

Thousands evacuated from Taiwan mountain communities as Typhoon Haikui hits

Much of southern Taiwan came to a standstill Sunday as Typhoon Haikui churned over towns and farmland. Residents were urged to stay home and flights, rail transport, ferry services, classes and outdoor events were suspended, but there were no reports of injuries or serious damage.

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Taiwan suspends work, transport and classes as Typhoon Haikui slams into the island

The storm is expected to continue toward China after crossing over Taiwan. Authorities in the Chinese city of Shantou in Guangdong province are advising residents to take precautions.

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Al Jazeera

Typhoon Haikui makes landfall in Taiwan, unleashing rain and fierce winds

Mass evacuations, cancelled flights as storm plunges thousands of households into darkness.

The Independent UK

Aspiring Taiwan presidential candidate Terry Gou resigns from board of Apple supplier Foxconn

Aspiring Taiwanese independent presidential candidate Terry Gou has resigned from the board of Foxconn, the Apple supplier he founded nearly a half-century ago

The Independent UK

Taiwan suspends work, transport and classes as island braces for arrival of Typhoon Haikui

Taiwan has suspended flights, rail transport and ferry services along with classes and outdoor events and it is urging workers to stay home as the island prepares for the arrival of Typhoon Haikui

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"Made in Taiwan" is a culinary love note

"You can whip up an entire meal with just a wok, knife, soy sauce and sugar"

The Independent UK

As Taiwan's government races to counter China, most people aren't worried about war

Taiwan’s government is racing to counter China, buying nearly $19 billion in military equipment from the U

The Independent UK

Typhoon Saola makes landfall in southern China after nearly 900,000 people moved to safety

Typhoon Saola has made landfall in southern China after nearly 900,000 people moved to safety and most of Hong Kong and other parts of coastal southern China suspended business, transport and classes

The Independent UK

US vice chair of Armed Services Committee promises 'resolute reaction' if Taiwan is attacked

A U.S. congressional delegation visiting Taiwan says the U.S. would act if the island was attacked and promised to resolve the $19 billion backlog in its defense purchases from the U.S. Rob Wittman, vice chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, said: “Know that any hostile unprovoked attack on Taiwan…

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