What started as a political dispute has spiralled into a trade spalt and war of words, and observers say that while Canberra should not back down from its core national interests, it can tone down its ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan says trade deal would show U.S. support in face of China pressure
A bilateral trade deal between Taiwan and the United States would reinforce U.S. support for the democratic island in the face of "unrelenting intimidation" from China, Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen ... ( read original story ...)
Ret. Gen McChrystal Fears Rise of China’s Military, Asks If U.S. Is Prepared to Fight for Taiwan
The ex-commander of U.S. and NATO forces in Afghanistan told Axios the Biden administration must build up regional alliances in Asia to counter the threat of China. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Semi’s Growth Accelerates As AMD Gains Steam
TSMC has been and continues to be the undisputed leader of cutting edge process and is continuing to grow business and gain market share. ( read original story ...)
Trump should commit US support to Taiwan right now
The Biden administration will immediately face serious foreign policy challenges, especially in the western Pacific where China's provocations have accelerated since the coronavirus spread around the ... ( read original story ...)
Anxious Taiwan launches US charm offensive to win Biden’s backing
In remarks to be delivered virtually to three US think-tanks over the coming week, Tsai Ing-wen will call for Washington to continue working with Taipei in weaning global supply chains away from China ... ( read original story ...)
Brunei launches December Festival to promote local tourism, consumption amid COVID-19 pandemic
The Brunei government officially launched the 4th Brunei December Festival (BDF) on Thursday, with the aim to promote local tourism and consumption amid the global COVID-19 pandemic. Haji Ali, ... ( read original story ...)
Cyprus Hopes To Roll Out Covid Vaccine By Year-end
Cyprus expects its first deliveries of Covid-19 vaccines before the end of the year as part of the rollout across Europe once the drugs are approved, officials said Friday. Zoi Dorothea Pana, a member ... ( read original story ...)
Bahrain now 2nd nation to grant Pfizer shot emergency use
The island kingdom of Bahrain said Friday it has become the second nation in the world to grant an emergency-use authorization for the coronavirus vaccine ... ( read original story ...)
‘For my kids I cannot die’: Romain Grosjean talks about Bahrain crash – video
Romain Grosjean spoke publicly for the first time since he was discharged from hospital on Tuesday having escaped from a life-threatening accident at the Bahrain Grand Prix ... ( read original story ...)