China has not said in public why it has increased its activity near the island, but has previously described such drills as routine and intended to show China’s determination to defend its sovereignty …
Fierce presidential election erupts in Pacific amid China-Taiwan tussle
The presidential run-off in the Pacific island nation of Kiribati between a pro-Beijing leader and an opposition candidate sympathetic to Taiwan is the most aggressive campaign in the country’s …
Covid hurts Taiwan lending
Local firms have rapidly gone from being a reliable source of liquidity for dollar loans to taking a big step back from lending this year. The worst may be over, but cash is no longer king – caution …
As Beijing tightens its grip, Hong Kongers seek refuge in Taiwan
Hong Kongers have resettled in Taiwan since early 2019, seeking shelter from political turmoil as China cracks down on their home city.
Taiwan Sets Out Escape Plan to Aid Fleeing Hongkongers
2020-06-18 — Authorities in Taiwan on Thursday set out plans to make the democratic island a safe haven for Hongkongers fearing a crackdown on dissent by China’s feared state security police. The …
Taiwan To Open New Office To Assist Hong Kongers
“In the past the NGOs were basically doing that but now the government will stand up and finance the expense,” Chen said. Taiwan, a self-ruled democratic island, has received an influx of Hong Kong …
Taiwan has sent fighter jets to chase away Chinese military aircraft 4 times in a little over a week
China has not renounced the use of force as an option to achieve reunification and regularly sends military aircraft near Taiwan.
Taiwan to set up office to help people fleeing Hong Kong
TAIPEI (Reuters) – Taiwan said on Thursday it will set up a dedicated office to help those thinking of fleeing Chinese-ruled Hong Kong as Beijing tightens its grip on the former British colony.
Business travelers from HK, Thailand, Vietnam eligible for short quarantine in Taiwan
Business travelers can apply for a shortened quarantine period starting on June 22 as long as they meet four requirements, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said on …
Esper says US ‘committed to a democratic Taiwan’
US Secretary of Defense Mark Esper yesterday wrote on Twitter that the US remains “committed to a democratic Taiwan.” “Partnerships: we continue to build closer relationships with Japan, South Korea, …