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China shipbuilding for Taiwan firm likely aiding Chinese navy build-up - U.S. think tank

Contracts between China's top state-owned shipbuilding firm and Taiwan's leading shipping company are likely lowering the costs of upgrading China's navy, posing security concerns for the island claimed by Beijing, a U.S. think tank said on Thursday.

Reuters

Karat Packaging Forms JV To Build New Factory In Taiwan

Karat Packaging Inc (NASDAQ:KRT) has entered a definitive joint venture agreement with Happiness Moon Co. Ltd. to establish a new corporation, Green Earth Technology, to build a new 180,000 square-foot factory in Taiwan. Karat will hold a 49% interest in Green Earth, with an initial investment of ~$6 million. The new facility will…

Benzinga

China warns of ‘strong measures’ if US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visits Taiwan

‘All possible consequences that arise from this [visit] will completely be borne by the US side’

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China warns Pelosi's reported Taiwan trip will have "consequences"

She was scheduled to led a "planned Congressional delegation to Asia" but tested positive for COVID-19.

Axios

Taiwan’s Political Culture As Expressed in an Absurd Ad

As old political slogans and tropes lose their cache, viral fame has become the coin of the realm for politicians and politically-minded comedians alike.

The News Lens

Ukraine War: How Russian Propaganda Dominates Chinese Social Media

In China’s cyberspace, Russian propaganda continues to influence the discourse over the war in Ukraine. Experts say the efforts could be Beijing’s attempt to trigger anti-Western sentiments.

The News Lens

China warns U.S. against House Speaker Pelosi visiting Taiwan

China warned on Thursday it would take strong measures if U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi visited Taiwan and said such a visit would severely impact Chinese-U.S. relations, following media reports she would go next week.

Reuters

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China ship shadows research vessel, Filipino scientists wary

Philippine officials say a Chinese coast guard ship maneuvered for days near a research vessel deployed by Philippine and Taiwanese scientists to undertake a crucial survey of undersea fault lines west of the northern Philippines, causing concern among the scientists on board

The Independent UK

Yellen faces bipartisan pressure to toughen Russia sanctions

WASHINGTON — Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen was pushed by legislators from both sides of the aisle Wednesday to strengthen moves to cut off financial links with Russia, and was queried on the Biden administration’s readiness to impose sanctions on China in the event it moved aggressively toward Taiwan.

Tribune News Service

Taiwan needs to pick better allies

In the same week that Taiwanese took to the streets to repudiate Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Taiwan's leaders rolled out the red carpet for a visit by former US President Donald Trump's secretary of state, Mike Pompeo. This is the same man who, together with Mr Trump, withheld military aid…

Bangkok Post

Why is Australia so concerned about China's planned security agreement with Solomon Islands?

Seen the headlines but haven't followed closely? This is why China's proposed new security pact with Solomon Islands is a big deal for Australia.

ABC News

Taiwan tightens Russia export curbs, details tech rules

Taiwan's government said on Wednesday it was tightening export curbs to Russia as part of sanctions on the country for its invasion of Ukraine, detailing rules to prevent technology and chips from being using for military purposes.

Reuters

Taiwan aims for zero serious COVID cases as infections edge up

Taiwan is aiming for zero serious COVID-19 infections and an "effective" control of the virus, President Tsai Ing-wen said on Wednesday, responding to a gradual increase in the number of domestic cases as it pledges to keep its reopening on track.

Reuters

US Approves $95 Million Sale of Missile Defense Support to Taiwan

The US announced Tuesday it has approved the sale of up to $95 million worth of training and equipment to support Taiwan's Patriot missile defense system, something Taipei said would help protect the island from any invasion by China. "The proposed sale will help to sustain (Taiwan’s) missile density and…

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Bangkok Post

US approves $95m sale of missile defence support to Taiwan

WASHINGTON: The United States announced Tuesday it has approved the sale of up to US$95 million worth of training and equipment to support Taiwan's Patriot missile defence system, something Taipei said would help protect the island from any invasion by China.

Al Jazeera

US approves $95m Patriot weapons support for Taiwan

Potential sale is the third since Joe Biden became president in January 2021 and is likely to upset China.

The News Lens

Youth Politics in East And Southeast Asia

Traditional parties are up against an unstoppable force of young activists set to shape democracy in the region.

Reuters

U.S. approves $95 million boost to Taiwan's air defense system

The U.S. State Department has approved the potential sale to Taiwan of equipment, training and other items to support the Patriot Air Defense System in a deal valued at up to $95 million, the Pentagon said on Tuesday.

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Gogoro Electric Scooter Tech Company Officially Goes Public On NASDAQ

Taiwanese electric scooter tech firm Gogoro officially went public on NASDAQ in April, 2022, at the start of another busy year for the company.

Al Jazeera

Taiwanese scooter brand Gogoro makes Nasdaq debut in rare IPO

Electric scooter maker is just the third Taiwanese firm to go public in the US in the past five years.

Benzinga

Intel CEO Looks To Meet TSMC On His Asia Visit To Meet Customers, Suppliers

Intel Corp (NASDAQ:INTC) CEO Pat Gelsinger is visiting Asian customers and suppliers in Japan, Taiwan, and India, Bloomberg reports. Gelsinger also looks to meet leading contract chipmaker and client Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd (NYSE:TSM). Intel depends on Tokyo Electron Ltd (OTC:TOELY) for chipmaking equipment. Also Read: Nvidia Weighs Intel As Chip Making Foundry, Intel Shares Its Ambitious…

Al Jazeera

How difficult would it be for China to invade Taiwan?

As observers worry about the growing possibility, an invading force would still have huge challenges to overcome.

Al Jazeera

In Solomon Islands, Australia’s largesse faces China challenge

Canberra is facing questions about the limits of its economic diplomacy as Pacific neighbour boosts ties with Beijing.

Al Jazeera

After Ukraine war, Taiwan’s chip supremacy raises economic stakes

Island’s importance to global supply chains is under scrutiny amid predictions of an invasion by China in coming years.

Reuters

U.S. discusses 'opportunities' for Taiwan to participate at WHO meeting

U.S. and Taiwanese officials have held talks on expanding Taiwan's international participation including "opportunities" for the island to attend a major World Health Organization meeting next month.

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