The Latest Breaking News from Taiwan

Asia’s Coming Demographic Divergence

The growing symbiosis between South Korea and Vietnam is an excellent example of Asia’s demographic interconnectedness, as South Korea continues to locate its lower-cost manufacturing operations in other countries.

The News Lens · Feb 18, 2023

US to hold private ‘special channel’ talks with top Taiwan officials, report says

Talks come as China becomes increasingly assertive around Taiwan

The Independent UK · Feb 18, 2023

China representative met with protests on visit to Taiwan

A visit by a Chinese official at the invitation of the Taiwanese capital’s newly elected China-friendly mayor has drawn protests on the self-ruled island

The Independent UK · Feb 18, 2023

Taiwan offers hope in battle to save vulnerable pangolin

Tougher laws and changing attitudes to nature have helped the island’s Formosan pangolin population recover.

Al Jazeera · Feb 18, 2023

California lawmaker leads delegation to Taiwan amid already high US-China tensions

WASHINGTON — Despite heightened tensions between Washington and Beijing over the recent spy balloon downing , a U.S. congressional delegation led by California Rep. Ro Khanna plans to visit Taiwan this weekend, a move sure to be seen by China as a provocation.

Los Angeles Times · Feb 18, 2023

Chinese balloon saga is part of a long history of U.S.-China tensions

It’s not surprising the recent Chinese “weather balloon” incident has set off alarm bells.

The Conversation · Feb 17, 2023

For the 'Mulan', Chinese Taipei's women's national team, the 2023 Women's World Cup is a chance to recapture former glories

Inspired by an ancient folktale and the success of generations past, Chinese Taipei's women's football team is hoping to make the 2023 Women's World Cup for the second time in its history.

ABC News · Feb 17, 2023

Poon Hiu-wing's murder set off a chain of events that resulted in mass protests. Five years later, her killer remains free

The murder of Amber Poon Hiu-wing at the hands of her partner set off a chain of events that resulted in mass protests in a city once known for its rule of law and civilisation.

ABC News · Feb 17, 2023

Shaq Rips Dwight Howard Over Taiwanese Team’s Losing Record

The basketball legend is once again having fun at Howard’s expense.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 17, 2023

Ex-PMs of UK, Australia, Belgium urge tough action on China

Former leaders from Australia, Britain and Belgium have called for a tougher international approach to China to reduce the possibility of war over Taiwan and respond to human rights violations

The Independent UK · Feb 17, 2023