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Why Petrol Prices Haven’t Risen Despite $100 Oil

Fuel prices influence nearly every part of daily life. From daily commuting to the cost of groceries and transportation, even a small change at the petrol pump can affect the entire economy. Recently, global oil markets witnessed a dramatic shift as crude oil prices surged close to $100 per barrel,…

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China’s new tariff-free regime for Africa: the potential upside and downside

China’s President Xi Jinping announced in February 2026 that from 1 May China would be granting zero-tariff treatment to 53 African countries. (That is all of them bar Eswatini, which supports Taiwan.)

The Conversation

World War 3 Fears: Expert Issues Chilling Warning That World Is 'Inching Closer' to WW3

Noah Smith warns the world may be edging closer to World War III amid fallout from the Iran War and rising tensions between China and Taiwan, likening current risks to conditions seen in the 1930s. He notes advances in artificial intelligence and drones are changing how wars are fought, and suggests…

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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

The Guardian - AU

Taiwan books quarter final clash after clinical win

Taiwan's 3-1 win over India in the final Group C Womens Asian Cup match has steered them to a quarter-final play-off against China.

AAP

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.

Sports Illustrated

China’s foreign minister says Iran war ‘should never have happened’

Wang Yi cautioned against a return to the ‘law of the jungle’ but stopped short of criticising Trump directly

The Guardian - AU

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China resumes military flights near Taiwan after seven-day hiatus

Hiatus coincided with start of US-Israeli war against Iran

The Independent UK

War with Iran chokes flows of oil and natural gas, highlighting energy security risks for Asia

The war with Iran is disrupting oil and LNG shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, a key artery for global energy trade, sending prices higher and threatening global growth

The Independent UK

Taiwan expects power demand to increase by more than 5GW by 2030, enough to power nearly 4 million homes — rise in electricity consumption driven by semiconductor manufacturing and AI data center deployments

New semiconductor fabs and data centers are fueling Taiwan's growing power demand, with the island expected to require more than 5GW of new electricity sources and power infrastructure to keep up.

Tom’s Hardware

Favourites Japan overcome heat, plucky Taiwan in Cup

Momoko Tanikawa scored in the 61st minute to help Japan get past a determined Taiwan in 36C heat in Perth.

AAP

Trump’s show of force in the Middle East creates a weakness China can exploit

Beijing can again leverage its critical minerals dominance over an increasingly busy US military, as Taiwan slides further down the White House list of priorities

The Guardian - UK

This ETF Is Up 30% Since November. Is the Rally Over or Is There More Room To Run?

The iShares Asia 50 ETF (AIA) is up a staggering 30% over the past few months. Here's where it might go from here and what investors should know.

Barchart

Japan to deploy missiles to island near Taiwan by 2031, says defence minister

Surface-to-air missiles, which are capable of shooting down aircraft and ballistic missiles, will be located on Yonaguni, Japan’s westernmost island

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The Conversation

Why India joining the US alliance on AI tech is an opportunity for Australia

India has formally joined the United States’ flagship international alliance on artificial intelligence (AI) supply chain security: “Pax Silica”. Officials from both countries signed the Pax Silica declaration on the sidelines of a major AI summit in New Delhi last week.

Tom’s Hardware

US gov't warned Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, Tim Cook, and Lisa Su that China could invade Taiwan by 2027 — Apple CEO reportedly said he sleeps 'with one eye open'

A new investigative report from The New York Times reveals that, in July 2023, senior US intelligence officials privately briefed some of the tech industry's most powerful executives on classified assessments regarding China and Taiwan.

The Guardian - UK

Temple of boom! Why Taiwan’s religious sites are becoming unlikely rave venues

Dance culture faces barriers in Taiwan, with frequent raids on nightclubs. But Temple Meltdown is trying a different tack, with sound systems overseen by gods

The Independent UK

China puts Japanese companies on export control lists as tensions rise

China has put 20 Japanese companies on an export control list and 20 others on a watchlist, as tensions continue over the Japanese leader’s previous comments on Taiwan, the self-governed island Beijing claims as its own

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AOC Challenges Trump, Vance Over Answer About China And Taiwan: 'You've Gotten Adjusted To a President That Never Thinks Before He speaks'

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez challenged President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance over their mockery of her response to a question about China and Taiwan during the Munich Security Conference.

Tom’s Hardware

Steam Deck shortage goes global — Valve's handheld console now out of stock in Europe, Canada, the US, and Japan

The handheld console is still available in Australia, the U.K., Hong Kong, South Korea, and Taiwan. But will they run out of stock in the near future, too?

The Independent UK

Taiwanese tycoon, 102, whisked away in wheelchair from hospital by family amid guardianship battle

Taiwanese tycoon married caregiver of 17 years earlier in January, reports say

The Conversation

China has turned the page on its aggressive ‘wolf warrior’ diplomacy – except when it comes to Japan

At the recent Munich Security Conference, China’s foreign minister, Wang Yi, delivered a rebuke of what he said were dangerous trends of militarism in Japan. In a panel discussion, he pointed out comments made in November by the Japanese prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, in which she suggested Japan could intervene…

The Independent UK

Founder of iconic Taiwanese cycling brand Giant and bike ‘missionary’ dies at 91

King Liu was ‘widely respected as a lifelong advocate for cycling culture’, company says

Livingetc

5 Inspiring Ways to Welcome Lunar New Year 2026 in London — Curated by Cult Taiwanese Restaurant BAO's Creative Director Erchen Chang

From trusted spots for Chinese seasonal cocktails to art shows championing Asian talent, say hello to the Year of the Horse the BAO way

Cycling News

'A lifelong advocate for cycling culture' – Giant founder King Liu dies at age of 93

'He led the company onto the global stage and helped the world recognise the strength and capability of Taiwan’s bicycle industry' says world's largest bicycle manufacturer

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