A Taiwanese man has been charged with violating the island’s election laws by arranging sponsored visits to China ahead of the January poll.They said he had violated the “anti-infiltration act” and …
How to Purchase Property in Taiwan as a Foreigner
Who can buy property in Taiwan? Foreigners are allowed to possess real estate in Taiwan, with approval for an individual´s acquisition of a real estate title generally granted reciprocally. In other …
China, war and tech: how Taiwan’s disillusioned youth feel about a pivotal election
Keep abreast of significant corporate, financial and political developments around the world. Stay informed and spot emerging risks and opportunities with independent global reporting, expert …
Escaping Xi’s China by paddleboard: ‘I rushed into the water and thought if they catch me, they catch me’
Dissidents face an uncertain future in Taiwan and South Korea after fleeing
Why China Is Sending High-Altitude Balloons Toward Taiwan
Chinese military activity in the Taiwan Strait appears to have slowed somewhat ahead of Taiwan’s upcoming national elections.
We won’t let there be war with China, Taiwan VP frontrunner says
Taiwan’s ruling party will not let war break out with China, but it is China that is to blame for stirring up tensions, Taipei’s former top diplomat in the United States and now frontrunner to become …
China lifts ban on Taiwanese grouper fish imports in carrot and stick diplomacy
China will resume importing grouper fish from Taiwan from Friday, the Chinese government announced, just one day after angering Taipei with the ending of tariff cuts on some chemical imports less than …
Asian Insider: Taiwan’s young voters fret over wages, houses | Philippines’ Gen Zs get vocal on work norms
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China revokes Taiwan tariff concessions, piles on pressure ahead of elections in the island
China suspended tax concessions on 12 chemical compound imports from Taiwan in retaliation for what Beijing deems to be a violation of a trade agreement, just weeks ahead of key elections in the democratically-run island. a statement a press conference
China wields Mazu ‘peace goddess’ religion as weapon in Taiwan election
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is ramping up exchanges with folk religious groups in rural Taiwan in an attempt to manipulate political opinion in Beijing’s favour ahead of elections next month, according to Taiwan government documents and security officials.