The US in recent years has embraced Taiwan more and more, and an increasingly assertive China does not like it.
50 US Senators Push for Taiwan Trade Deal
Fifty Republican and Democratic senators signed a letter this week encouraging U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer to begin formal negotiations on a comprehensive trade agreement with Taiwan.
China is getting tough with Taiwan. How will that affect U.S. policy?
China dispatched more than 30 warplanes on combat drills in the Taiwan Strait last month, reportedly to show its displeasure at the news that the Trump administration is prepared to sell long-range …
After Hong Kong: China sets sights on solving ‘the Taiwan problem’
An invasion may not be imminent but experts say armed forces could have capacity to mount one by 2028 …
Hong Kong murder suspect plans to turn himself in to Taiwan
A Hong Kong murder suspect, whose case led the government to attempt to pass an extradition bill last year that sparked massive protests, is expected to return to Taiwan this month to answer the charg …
US-Taiwan infrastructure investment deal aims to reduce dependence on China, experts say
A new deal signed by the US and Taiwan to cooperate on infrastructure development in Southeast Asia and Latin America will help them to reshape the global supply chain and reduce their dependence on …
In U.S.-China Tech Feud, Taiwan Feels Heat From Both Sides
The island’s biggest chip maker has been a coveted partner to both battling giants. But rising nationalism is making it harder to keep the middle ground.
Families of 12 Hong Kong activists captured at sea by China look for answers
Last month, 12 activists from Hong Kong, aged 16-33, were intercepted by Chinese authorities at sea as they tried to flee to Taiwan. It was a rare and bold attempt at escaping a city that has been in …
China Signals It Will Put 12 Fleeing Hong Kong Residents on Trial
Chinese authorities said they have formally arrested 12 Hong Kong residents who were caught fleeing the city in an ill-fated effort to escape to Taiwan, paving the way for them to be tried on the …
Families plead for Hong Kong activists accused of trying to flee by speedboat
The ‘Hong Kong 12’ – arrested for allegedly trying to flee to Taiwan – have become the latest flashpoint for protesters …