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In Taiwan’s Kinmen, people hope for calm amid China tensions

On the outlying islands, mainland China is less than five kilometres away and memories of bombardment strong.

Al Jazeera · Aug 11, 2022

Politics with Michelle Grattan: How far will China go? La Trobe's Nick Bisley says its 'risk appetite' has gone up

The Chinese reaction to United States Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s Taiwan visit further escalated tensions in our region, as China becomes more bellicose in language and action.

The Conversation · Aug 11, 2022

Australia recoils over Chinese ambassador’s ‘concerning’ language about Taiwan

Government urges ‘restraint and de-escalation’ after Xiao Qian’s speech as Peter Dutton says ‘nobody should be surprised’ if conflict erupts between China and Taiwan

The Guardian - AU · Aug 11, 2022

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Taiwan scrambles fighter jets as China deploys warplanes amid invasion fears

China shared footage on state TV channels of missiles and jets mid-flight taking part in a military operation over the waters surrounding Taiwan

Daily Mirror · Aug 11, 2022

Dutton calls for production line submarine

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton says Australia needs to be frank about the threat of China in the region, following military drills near Taiwan.

AAP · Aug 10, 2022

Exclusive - U.S. rethinks steps on China tariffs in wake of Taiwan response - sources

China's war games around Taiwan have led Biden administration officials to recalibrate their thinking on whether to scrap some tariffs or potentially impose others on Beijing, setting those options aside for now, according to sources familiar with the deliberations.

Reuters · Aug 10, 2022

Taiwan tensions continue as argument over line China says doesn't exist causes rift

China's Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu has claimed there is "no such thing as a median line in the [Taiwan] Strait" - the unofficial maritime border separating the self-ruled island from the mainland

Daily Mirror · Aug 10, 2022

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Pelosi: U.S. cannot allow China's 'new normal' over Taiwan

House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi said on Wednesday the United States could not allow China to normalize the new level of pressure on Taiwan it asserted with days of military drills following her visit to the Chinese-claimed island.

Reuters · Aug 10, 2022

1 Chip Stock to Keep an Eye on as Taiwan Tensions Mount

Nancy Pelosi’s recent visit to Taiwan has created tension in the China-Taiwan region and intensified the technology race between the two economic giants. This might lead to some headwinds for the semiconductor industry, but Taiwanese chip company United Microelectronics’ (UMC) solid industry positioning and robust fundamentals should help weather the…

StockNews.com · Aug 10, 2022

Liz Truss summons Chinese ambassador over aggression towards Taiwan

Beijing blames its actions on US House speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan

The Guardian - UK · Aug 10, 2022

China says Taiwan military drills over, plans regular patrols

China’s military said exercises held around Taiwan in response to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit had concluded, while pledging to continue regular patrols near the island.

Tribune News Service · Aug 10, 2022

What is a semiconductor? An electrical engineer explains how these critical electronic components work and how they are made

Semiconductors are a critical part of almost every modern electronic device, and the vast majority of semiconductors are made in Tawain. Increasing concerns over the reliance on Taiwain for semiconductors – especially given the tenuous relationship between Taiwan and China – led the U.S. Congress to pass the CHIPS and…

The Conversation · Aug 10, 2022

Liz Truss summons Chinese ambassador over ‘aggression’ against Taiwan

The Foreign Secretary said Beijing’s behaviour is threatening peace and stability in the region.

The Independent UK · Aug 10, 2022

China reaffirms threat of military force to take Taiwan

Beijing’s new white paper on Taiwan released as Chinese military suggests live-fire drills around island are ending.

Al Jazeera · Aug 10, 2022

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Reuters · Aug 10, 2022

Taiwan says 17 Chinese fighters crossed Strait median line

A total of 17 Chinese fighter jets flew across the median line of the Taiwan Strait on Wednesday, Taiwan's Defence Ministry said, amid continued military drills near to the island.

The Guardian - AU · Aug 10, 2022

Ambassador’s fiery speech was the sound of China laying out terms that Australia has already declined

China’s rules of rapprochement unveiled in Canberra were: don’t squabble outdoors, don’t pick sides and don’t humiliate Beijing by failing to respect red lines

The Conversation · Aug 10, 2022

Taiwan's rocky road to independence and democracy

Published in 1946, the novel Orphan of Asia, by Taiwanese author Wu Zhou-liu, tells the story of Hu Tai-ming. Born in Japan-occupied Taiwan, brought up in the Chinese tradition, Hu is forced into the Japanese educational system. Eventually he finds himself excluded by the Japanese, and witnessing the horror of…

The Guardian - UK · Aug 10, 2022

First Thing: FBI was seeking classified presidential records at Trump’s home

Search warrant executed by FBI agents suggests investigation comes with potentially far-reaching political ramifications for former president. Plus, America’s toxic algal bloom

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The Guardian - UK · Aug 10, 2022

China halts military drills around Taiwan but ‘war preparation’ continues

Beijing repeats resolve to annex Taiwan by force if peaceful means prove unsuccessful

Reuters · Aug 10, 2022

China military says tasks in Taiwan strait completed, troops to stay battle-ready

China's military said on Wednesday it has "successfully completed" various tasks around Taiwan after around a week of drills.

Reuters · Aug 10, 2022

China withdraws promise not to send troops to Taiwan if it takes control of island

China has withdrawn a promise not to send troops or administrators to Taiwan if it takes control of the island, an official document showed on Wednesday, signalling a decision by President Xi Jinping to grant less autonomy than previously offered.

Al Jazeera · Aug 10, 2022

China envoy calls for ‘rational’ view, defends Taiwan drills

Chinese ambassador to Australia Xiao Qian says change of government in Canberra offers an ‘opportunity to reset’ ties.

The Guardian - UK · Aug 10, 2022

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Chicago Tribune · Aug 10, 2022

Commentary: The one-China status of Taiwan is clear. The US should not try to change it

Taiwan has been an inalienable part of the Chinese territory since ancient times. On Oct. 1, 1949, the Central People’s Government replaced Chiang Kai-shek’s Republic of China government and became the sole legal government representing the whole of China. But China’s sovereignty and territory remained unchanged, and the government of…

ABC News · Aug 10, 2022

The Loop: One Nation websites to be suspended, China's ambassador to Australia on Taiwan, and Domino's Pizza breaks up with Italy

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