Taiwan working on ‘itinerary’; McCarthy confirms Tsai meeting It has become easier for Taiwanese officials to meet US politicians, even though such meetings upset Beijing. Al Jazeera · Mar 8, 2023
Xi’s frustration at Biden grows with warning of conflict Back in November, before the latest downward spiral in U.S.-China ties, Chinese President Xi Jinping cast himself as a statesman in a meeting with U.S. President Joe Biden. Tribune News Service · Mar 8, 2023
Return of the wolf warriors? China’s fiery foreign minister Qin Gang Profile: A career diplomat, the trusted ally of President Xi says China has to face the west’s ‘jackals and wolves’ head on The Guardian - UK · Mar 7, 2023
First Thing: China and US headed towards conflict, China’s foreign minister says Qin Gang rebuked Washington over its Taiwan policy and the balloon incident, while praising Beijing’s relationship with Russia. Plus, the secret history of Merle Oberon The Guardian - UK · Mar 7, 2023
Africa's shift to low-cost manufacturing puts women at risk - 4 lessons from the Asian Tigers Economists have urged African countries to shift to low-cost manufacturing – the path that led countries such as Hong Kong, Singapore, South Korea and Taiwan – to industrial prosperity. These East Asian economies – which recorded high growth rates of at least 7% between the 1950s and 1990s – are… The Conversation · Mar 7, 2023
Taiwan Heading Into Its Super-aged Era According to projections, Taiwan will become one of the oldest countries in the world in 2060 when the share of the elderly is likely to reach 41.4% of the population. The News Lens · Mar 7, 2023
In 1st news conference, China minister lashes out at US In his first news conference since taking office, Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang lashed out at the United States over deteriorating bilateral relations and Washington's support for Taiwan The Independent UK · Mar 7, 2023
China blames Ukraine crisis on ‘invisible hand’ At wide-ranging press conference, Foreign Minister Qin Gang also describes Taiwan as a ‘red line’ in relations with US. Al Jazeera · Mar 7, 2023
Paul Keating blasts Age and SMH for ‘provocative’ China war story Former Australian PM criticises ‘extent of the bias’ in newspapers’ front-page report warning of armed conflict in Indo-Pacific The Guardian - AU · Mar 7, 2023
China foreign minister warns of potential for conflict with US and hails Russia ties In a bellicose first press conference, Qin Gang rebuked Washington over its Taiwan policy and the balloon incident, while praising Beijing’s relationship with Russia The Guardian - AU · Mar 7, 2023
Keating lashes Nine over ‘news abuse’ in China coverage Former prime minister Paul Keating has unleashed on the Nine newspapers over their coverage of the threat posed by China. The New Daily · Mar 7, 2023
How a rabbit god became an icon for Taiwan’s gay community Temple in Taipei is believed to be the only Taoist site set up to revere rabbit god Tu’er Shen, a significant symbol for LGBTQI people in Taiwan and China The Guardian - AU · Mar 7, 2023
Taiwan Warns of China Military’s ‘Sudden Entry’ Close to Island Taiwan Defense Minister Chiu Kuo-cheng warned on Monday the island has to be on alert this year for a "sudden entry" by the Chinese military into areas close to its territory amid rising military tensions across the Taiwan Strait. China has stepped up its military activities around Taiwan in recent… Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 6, 2023
1 dead, 6 missing as boat capsizes off disputed Japan islands One person is dead and six missing, Japan's coastguard said Monday, after a boat capsized and was spotted in waters off the Tokyo-controlled Senkaku islets, which are also claimed by China. Bangkok Post · Mar 6, 2023
The News Lens · Mar 6, 2023 A Japanese Resident’s Experience of Becoming a Naturalized Taiwanese Citizen Kenzo Hirohashi, a writer who has been living in Taiwan for three decades, recently became a naturalized citizen. Why did he decide to become a Taiwanese citizen?
Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 5, 2023 China Says Should Advance ‘Peaceful Reunification’ with Taiwan Chinese Premier Li Keqiang said on Sunday the government should promote the peaceful development of relations with Taiwan and advance the process of China's "peaceful reunification" but also take resolute steps to oppose Taiwan independence. China, which claims democratic Taiwan as its own territory, has increased its military activity near…
The Guardian - AU · Mar 5, 2023 China sets modest economic targets as it seeks to bounce back from Covid woes At the opening of the Communist party’s National People’s Congress, outgoing premier Li Keqiang confirmed a further rise in defence spending as well
Tribune News Service · Mar 5, 2023 China seeks ‘peaceful reunification’ with Taiwan in key report China largely kept its language regarding Taiwan the same in an annual report to the nation’s legislature, suggesting that President Xi Jinping is maintaining its policy toward the self-ruled island even as global tensions increase.
Tribune News Service · Mar 4, 2023 US troop expansion near Taiwan revives old debate in Philippines It’s been more than three decades since the Philippines ordered U.S. troops to withdraw from their sprawling military bases in the country, ending an era that hearkened back to America’s colonial days.
Bangkok Post · Mar 4, 2023 BoI talking to semiconductor makers The Board of Investment (BoI) is in talks with semiconductor manufacturers from the US and Taiwan to encourage them to expand their production facilities to Thailand, part of government efforts to grow the electric vehicle (EV) industry.
StockNews.com · Mar 3, 2023 3 Other Chip Stocks to Check out in Addition to TSM The chips industry’s long-term prospects look promising due to the exponential rise in demand. While Taiwan Semiconductor (TSM) has gained significant popularity among investors, United Microelectronic (UMC), MasxLinear (MXL), and CEVA (CEVA) could be worth checking out. Keep reading.
Tribune News Service · Mar 3, 2023 Martin Schram: A one-China policy can be win-win for all Tweets and texts were popping all over the place on Wednesday. Not only were China’s economic experts surprised — but their leaders were actually satisfied.
Bangkok Post · Mar 3, 2023 Taiwan wary of China charm offensive ahead of presidential vote TAIPEI: Taiwan's government believes China is set to renew a charm offensive targeting "opinion leaders" to win hearts and minds as the island gears up for a presidential election in less than a year, a security agency said in an internal report.
ABC News · Mar 3, 2023 This year's World Day of Prayer focuses on Taiwan, follows history of giving attention to women's needs At a time when fewer Australians are turning to religion, Gabrielle Saide says quietly praying is "a powerful thing" and is strengthened by helping others.
The News Lens · Mar 2, 2023 Settling in Formosa “Publishing is not a very profitable business, but we’re looking to educate people about what a wonderful place Taiwan is. It’s an example for the world.”