Australians frozen out of Kiribati as China eyes prize A string of visa issues and access roadblocks for diplomats and journalists have raised questions about Australia's influence in the Pacific nation of Kiribati. AAP · Jul 5, 2024
Rep. Michael McCaul fights to keep his leadership position as chair of Foreign Affairs The Austin Republican needs special permission to keep his coveted chairmanship, since he’s hit his six-year limit. Several colleagues are gunning to replace him. The Texas Tribune · Jul 5, 2024
Taiwanese Fishing Vessel Detained By China Near Kinmen Islands China detains Taiwanese fishing vessel near Kinmen islands, raising tensions in the region. Taiwan demands immediate release of crew members to avoid harmi... Top News · Jul 3, 2024
Taiwan says China told Taiwan's coast guard to not interfere in the detention of Taiwanese boat crew Taiwan says China ordered Taiwan's coast guard away from interfering in the detention of a Taiwanese fishing boat and its crew off the Chinese coast in what is seen as an increasing Chinese attempt to encroach on Taiwanese territory The Independent UK · Jul 3, 2024
Taiwan says China's coast guard has detained a Taiwanese fishing vessel and demands its release Taiwan says that China’s coast guard has boarded a Taiwanese fishing boat and steered it to a port in mainland China The Independent UK · Jul 2, 2024
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Indonesian band takes stand for Taiwan’s migrant workers Southern Riot mix poetry and punk to create songs that rail against the exploitation and abuse of migrant workers. Al Jazeera · Jul 1, 2024
TSMC's overseas expansion will only contribute 10% of the foundry's production capacity: Report TSMC's fabs in Germany, Japan, and the U.S. will contribute 10% of the company's capacity, so 90% of TSMC's output will remain in Taiwan. Tom’s Hardware · Jun 30, 2024
There's a Mini Suzuka Go-Kart Track in Taiwan and It's Amazing The tiny track in Kaohsiung City is just like the real thing, except one-tenth the size. Motor1 · Jun 29, 2024
I brought a mini PC with me on my last trip and I'd do it again in a heartbeat Traveling for work can be disorienting as you have to leave your monitor and desktop at home, but you can get a similar experience with a mini PC and a portable monitor. Tom’s Guide · Jun 29, 2024
Taiwan Warns Citizens Against Travel To Mainland China Taiwan advises against travel to China as tensions escalate over threats of execution for supporting independence. Geopolitical challenges in the region pe... Top News · Jun 27, 2024
China’s Communist Party expels ex-defence ministers over corruption charges Purge targets Li Shangfu and Wei Fenghe, the expulsions coinciding with heightened tensions with US over Taiwan. Al Jazeera · Jun 27, 2024
Taiwan Raises China Travel Alert Over Death Penalty Threat China claims democratic Taiwan as part of its territory and has refused to rule out using force to bring the self-ruled island under its control. International Business Times · Jun 27, 2024
Taiwanese research firm says TSMC will maintain foundry lead until at least 2032 — US expected to account for 28% of leading edge manufacturing Taiwan will remain the world's largest manufacturer of logic semiconductors for at least another eight years, according to the director of the Taiwan-based Industrial Technology Research Institute. Tom’s Hardware · Jun 26, 2024
Top News · Jun 26, 2024 China Threatens Death Penalty For Taiwan Independence Separatists China threatens death penalty for Taiwan separatists, sparking tensions with Taiwan. International community watches developments closely.
The National (Scotland) · Jun 25, 2024 Edinburgh Council U-turns on Taiwan friendship deal over China sanctions fear The City of Edinburgh Council has shelved plans for a new "friendship arrangement" with a Taiwanese city following fears it could harm…
The Independent UK · Jun 25, 2024 Korean Air, Malaysia Airlines flights disrupted by pressurization problems A Korean Air flight to Taiwan was forced to return to Incheon airport west of Seoul after a sudden depressurization on the plane, a Boeing 737 Max 8
The Conversation · Jun 24, 2024 China’s crackdown on ‘wealth-flaunting’ social media puts pressure on influencers − both on the mainland and in Taiwan − to echo the party line Chinese regulators are in the process of wrapping up a two-month “spring clean” of the country’s social media.
The Independent UK · Jun 24, 2024 Korea Air flight drops almost 27,000ft in 15 minutes injuring 17 people Passengers on the Korean Air flight KE189 arrived safely in Taiwan on Sunday
International Business Times · Jun 24, 2024 Taiwan President Seeks To Overturn Controversial Reform Proponents of the expansion say it is needed to curb corruption, but critics fear the laws could weaken self-ruled Taiwan's democracy against the influence of China -- which claims the island as part of its territory.
Al Jazeera · Jun 24, 2024 China-backed hackers stepping up attacks on Taiwan, cybersecurity firm says Hacking group RedJuliett compromised two dozen organisations in Taiwan and elsewhere, report says.
Al Jazeera · Jun 24, 2024 Xi eyes military supremacy as he reorganises China’s armed forces China’s president stresses need for ongoing reform as he tightens his control over the People’s Liberation Army.
Top News · Jun 22, 2024 China's Gray Zone Tactics Threaten Taiwan's Autonomy China's military's potential use of a quarantine strategy to pressure Taiwan without direct conflict, as outlined in a recent report.
Top News · Jun 21, 2024 China Bans Lockheed Martin Units Over Taiwan Arms Deals China imposes sanctions on Lockheed Martin for arms deals with Taiwan, amid sovereignty tensions.
Tom’s Hardware · Jun 21, 2024 Fire at Micron's Taichung, Taiwan facility reportedly caused by high-pressure gas leak — no injuries reported, fab operating normally Thanks to the automated fire suppression systems, onsite response and Taichung firefighters, the high-pressure leak that caused the fire was handled quickly, resulting in minimal damage without affecting the safety of its workers.