Coincidentally, Friday was the 15th anniversary of China’s anti-secession law — and a senior defense official in Beijing vowed to “smash” any possibility of Taiwan independence. So far, the government …
Taiwan recall vote stirs acrimony, brings new problems for KMT
A recall vote for a high-profile mayor is stirring political acrimony in Taiwan, with accusations of voter intimidation and official interference, and could bring new problems for the main opposition …
Why Taiwan Needs Nuclear Weapons
With communist authorities in China openly and gleefully shredding the post-World War II liberal order, it may be time for the United States and Taiwan to show Beijing the dangers of doing so by …
Under rising pressure from China, Taiwan is stocking up on naval weapons
Taiwan’s government says it plans to buy Harpoon anti-ship missiles for coastal defense as part of a broader military modernization effort.
Taiwan Court Strikes Down Law Criminalizing Adultery
The decision was hailed by rights activists who said the law had disproportionately targeted women. TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan’s constitutional court on Friday struck down an 85-year-old law that made …
Attack on Taiwan still an option: China general
One of China’s most senior generals says that an attack on Taiwan is still an option to stop Taiwanese independence. That was the warning from Li Zuocheng, on Friday (May 29). However, Li Zhanshu, the …
Taiwan decriminalises adultery in major ruling
Posted . Taiwan’s constitutional court on Friday decriminalised adultery in a landmark judgment aimed at upholding pers …
China vows to ‘smash’ any Taiwan independence move as Trump weighs sanctions
The democratic island has offered support to the people of Hong Kong as Beijing prepares a national security law that would dismantle the financial hub’s autonomy.
China Says It Will Use Military Force to Take Control of Taiwan If Diplomacy Fails
Chinese General Li Zuocheng said the military will “take all necessary steps to resolutely smash any separatist plots or actions.” …
China says non-peaceful action on Taiwan is last resort
Li Zhanshu, who is the head of China’s parliament, said Beijing will use force as a last resort.