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POLITICSJul 15Taiwan’s opposition TPP launches historic first trip to mainland ChinaThe Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) has sent its first formal delegation to mainland China since the party’s founding, seeking to maintain cross-strait peace through dialogue amid heightened tensions with Beijing. The nine-member delegation from the island’s smaller opposition party left for Shanghai on Tuesday for a four-day visit focused on youth exchanges, urban governance, artificial intelligence (AI), technological innovation and entrepreneurship. “The trip aims to build goodwill and mutual...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 13Lindsey Graham Taiwan Record Defined His Reputation as a China HawkLindsey Graham's record regarding Taiwan has established his reputation as a China hawk. This defines a key aspect of his political career and foreign policy views.theepochtimes.com · United States
POLITICSJul 10Taiwan slams Beijing for glorifying violence after attack on Japanese commentatorTaiwan has criticized Beijing for allegedly glorifying violence following an attack on a Japanese commentator. This indicates rising diplomatic tensions between Taiwan and Beijing regarding the incident.shanghaisun.com · China
POLITICSJul 9Hong Kong man pleads guilty to subversive promotion of pro-Taiwan partyA Hong Kong man has pleaded guilty to inciting subversion under the national security law for promoting a pro-Taiwan party and disseminating anti-Communist messages in 2024 and last year. The District Court heard on Thursday that Chan Ho-hin, a 23-year-old waiter, had proclaimed that the Taiwanese government was the only legitimate regime in the country, and called on Hongkongers to support and join the Revive the Republic of China Freedom Party in Taiwan through social media, leaflets and...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 8Lithuania wants to normalise ties with China . Does that mean divorcing Taiwan ? Lithuania is seeking to normalize its relations with China, raising questions about the potential impact on its relationship with Taiwan. This represents a complex diplomatic challenge with significant geopolitical implications.lrt.lt · Lithuania
POLITICSJul 7Taiwan Believes Japan Will Help Defend Against ChinaOpinion polling shows that trust in Tokyo is surprisingly deep.Foreign Policy
POLITICSJul 6Taiwan warns travelers as China surveillance widensTaiwan has issued a warning to travelers due to the widening scope of surveillance activities by China. This highlights growing concerns about security and individual privacy in the region.taipeitimes.com · Taiwan
POLITICSJul 3Ex-HK bookseller Lam Wing-kee, detained by China in 2015, dies in Taiwan at 70Lam was one of five people from Causeway Bay Books who disappeared in 2015. He later detailed his detention by Chinese authorities.NPR News
POLITICSJul 2Czech-Taiwan Ties Are Cooling in Rhetoric, Not RealityCzechia’s new government has changed its tone on Taiwan, but left most of the substance of the relationship intact.The Diplomat
POLITICSJul 2Taiwan detains two Super Micro employees in alleged Nvidia AI server export probe - reportTaiwan has reportedly detained two Super Micro employees in connection with an alleged Nvidia AI server export probe. This indicates a legal investigation into the export of sensitive technology.Seeking Alpha Tech
POLITICSJul 1China’s Wang Yi warns Marco Rubio to approach Taiwan affairs with ‘utmost caution’China’s foreign minister Wang Yi warned the US to approach Taiwan affairs with “utmost caution” in a call with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, calling for Washington to expand cooperation and manage risks with Beijing. According to Chinese state news agency Xinhua, the two top diplomats held a “positive and constructive” phone call on Tuesday. It is the first reported cabinet-level communication since US President Donald Trump’s landmark visit to China in mid-May. During that visit, the two...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 1Taiwan passes bill to regulate crypto firms and stablecoinsTaiwan has passed a new bill aimed at regulating cryptocurrency firms and stablecoins, establishing a new legal framework for the digital asset industry.Seeking Alpha Tech
POLITICSJun 29Why is Taiwan’s KMT calling for the government to spend billions more on drones?After rejecting a government spending package, Taiwan’s opposition Kuomintang (KMT) has submitted its own proposal worth several billion dollars more to boost the military’s unmanned vehicle capabilities and the island’s broader drone sector. The move reflects growing consensus across Taiwan’s political spectrum that unmanned systems will be central to the island’s defence in the future. Defending its decision to reject the government’s proposal for the sector, KMT officials on Monday said the...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJun 29China slowing economy puts Xi Taiwan agenda center stageChina's decelerating economy is reportedly making Taiwan a central focus of President Xi's agenda. This suggests that domestic economic conditions may be influencing a critical international policy issue.organiser.org · India
POLITICSJun 26Is the US trying to sway Taiwan’s KMT by receiving its legislative speaker?A high-profile visit to Washington by Taiwanese Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu reflects a broader US effort to strengthen ties with the island’s main opposition Kuomintang (KMT), according to analysts. Han’s trip follows visits to the United States by Taichung mayor and KMT member Lu Shiow-yen in March and KMT chairwoman Cheng Li-wun earlier this month. The succession of arrivals suggested Washington was preparing for political uncertainty after Taiwan’s 2028 leadership election by cultivating...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJun 25China ethnic unity law sparks fears of cross - border repression targeting TaiwanA new ethnic unity law in China is raising concerns about potential cross-border repression, particularly targeting Taiwan. This addresses growing geopolitical tensions and human rights issues.shanghaisun.com · China
POLITICSJun 25Trump supports ‘Six Assurances’ to Taiwan but no timeline for arms sale, US diplomat saysThe top US diplomat for East Asia sought to reassure Taiwan that Washington stood by its “Six Assurances” despite US President Donald Trump’s earlier dismissal of the policy, but offered no timeline for approving a stalled US$14 billion arms package to the self-ruled island. Michael DeSombre, assistant secretary of state for East Asian and Pacific affairs, told a House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing on Thursday that US policy on Taiwan had not changed, maintaining Washington’s commitment to...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJun 25US Congress welcomes Taiwan parliamentary leader to Washington , affirms support for the islandThe US Congress welcomed Taiwan's parliamentary leader to Washington and reaffirmed its support for the island. This highlights ongoing diplomatic relations and strategic alliances.reflector.com · United States
POLITICSJun 25US Congress welcomes Taiwan parliamentary leader to Washington , affirms support for the islandThe US Congress has extended a welcome to Taiwan's parliamentary leader in Washington and affirmed its support for the island. This signals continued diplomatic engagement and backing.wfmj.com · United States
POLITICSJun 25UK , Germany and France express concern over Chinese actions east of TaiwanThe United Kingdom, Germany, and France have collectively expressed concern regarding recent Chinese actions observed east of Taiwan. This indicates international attention on geopolitical developments in the region.mymotherlode.com · United States
POLITICSJun 24Taiwan Hakka choir threatens competition withdrawal over name changeA Hakka choir from Taiwan is threatening to withdraw from a competition due to a dispute over a name change. This action highlights cultural identity issues and potential political sensitivities.focustaiwan.tw · Taiwan
POLITICSJun 24Does Lithuania’s Taiwan pause signal a wider European shift towards pragmatism?Lithuania’s decision to suspend negotiations on an economic cooperation plan with Taiwan has cast fresh doubt over one of Taipei’s most celebrated foreign relations breakthroughs as the Baltic state’s incoming government seeks more pragmatic ties with Beijing. Lithuania’s foreign ministry said on Monday that negotiations on an economic cooperation action plan with Taiwan had been temporarily suspended by mutual agreement because of changes in the European country’s domestic political environment...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJun 23Elon Musk Sounded the Alarm to Trump Over Taiwan Chip Issue : New BookA new book reveals that Elon Musk reportedly alerted Trump about the Taiwan chip issue. This suggests high-level private discussions regarding a critical geopolitical and economic matter.businessinsider.com · United States
POLITICSJun 20Taiwan envoy says arms sales needed | The Arkansas Democrat - Gazette - Arkansa Best News SourceTaiwan's envoy has stated that arms sales are necessary, signaling ongoing defense and security needs. This highlights international discussions regarding Taiwan's security and military readiness.arkansasonline.com · United States