Taiwan blasts Lamola for claiming it has no office in Washington DC

The Taiwanese government has castigated South African Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ronald Lamola for claiming that Taiwan has no representative office in the United States capital, Washington, DC. Taiwan has a large office...

Powerful US senator arrives in Taiwan to discuss security

TAIPEI: US Senator Roger Wicker, the chairman of the Armed Services Committee and one of the strongest advocates for Taiwan in the US Congress, arrived in Taipei on Friday (Aug 29) to discuss security as China ratchets up its military pressure on...

Head of powerful US Senate armed services panel arrives in Taiwan to discuss defense

This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article. (1st UPDATE) US Senator Roger Wicker says his visit is to 're-emphasize the partnership and the security friendship agreement that the United...

Powerful U.S. senator arrives in Taiwan to discuss security

By Fabian Hamacher TAIPEI (Reuters) -U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, the chairman of the powerful Senate Armed Services Committee and one of the strongest advocates for Taiwan in the U.S. Congress, arrived in Taipei on Friday to discuss security at a...

World News | Taiwan Detects 19 PLA Aircraft, 7 PLAN Vessels Around Its Territory

Taipei [Taiwan], August 29 (ANI): Taiwan's Ministry of Defense detected 19 Chinese military aircraft, seven Chinese naval vessels and an official ship operating around its territorial waters as of 6am (local time) on Friday. As per the MND, of the...

External elements using Taiwan to contain China are playing with fire, will only get burnt: Chinese vice FM

Taiwan Prosecutors Charge 3 People for Allegedly Stealing TSMC Trade Secrets

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (TSMC) logo brands the headquarters in Hsinchu, Taiwan, on Oct. 20, 2021. Chiang Ying-ying/AP Photo TAIPEI, Taiwan—Local prosecutors have indicted three individuals for allegedly stealing trade secrets...

High heat alert issued for western Taiwan

Taipei, Aug. 29 (CNA) The Central Weather Administration (CWA) has issued a high heat alert for seven areas in western Taiwan, with temperatures in New Taipei expected to reach 38 degrees Celsius or higher. The alert, issued at 7:23 a.m. Friday,...

Exclusive-Taiwan estimates China spent 40% more on Pacific drills last year to hit $21 billion

By Yimou Lee and Ben Blanchard TAIPEI (Reuters) -China spent $21 billion on military exercises in the Taiwan Strait, the East and South China Sea and the Western Pacific last year, nearly 40% higher than 2023, according to Taiwan government...

Taiwan Deports Japanese Man for Making Online Video Waving Communist Flag in Taipei

A Japanese man was expelled from Taiwan on Monday after he filmed himself and another Japanese visitor holding up a Chinese Communist flag and proclaiming “Taiwan belongs to China” at a shopping district in Taipei. According to Taiwanese...

Taiwan Investigates Chinese Companies for Poaching High-Tech Employees

Taiwan’s Ministry of Justice Investigation Bureau (MJIB) is investigating 16 Chinese firms for “illegal poaching of high-tech talent.” Taiwan’s semiconductor industry is reportedly of particular interest to China. “Taiwan’s high-tech talent has...

Taiwan to improve ties in Asia-Pacific, bolster defense: Lai

President William Lai (賴清德) yesterday said that Taiwan is to work with Asian-Pacific partners to promote peace and sustainable development, while pledging stronger defense capabilities and economic security. At this year’s general assembly of the...

DFA affirms One China stance after Marcos remarks on Taiwan

MANILA, Philippines — After controversial comments from President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. about the Philippine stance on Taiwan, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said that the country still views the island as a province of China. At a Senate...

NFRA backs Taiwan-funded insurers in Fujian; China boosts service exports with insurance support - Weekly industry regulatory updates

Singer Angela Zhang defends herself against criticism from Taiwan media, earning support of mainland netizens

Angela Zhang Photo: Courtesy of Mango TVSinger and actress Angela Zhang, born in Taiwan island, criticized media on the island on Thursday after they claimed that she hadn't returned to the island for a concert for seven years and had no...

E&R Highlights Laser and Plasma Technologies for Advanced Packaging at SEMICON Taiwan 2025

KAOHSIUNG, Aug. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As AI, HPC, and 5G drive semiconductor innovation, advanced packaging has become the next strategic focus. Yole Group projects the market to exceed USD 50 billion by 2025, with fan-out panel-level packaging...

Drugs, smuggling and abductions: inside the fast and furious world of pigeon racing in Taiwan

There’s almost nothing some handlers won’t do to win. Competitors have been kidnapped and then offered up for ransom. Others have reportedly been smuggled on to high-speed trains to get to the finish line first. Some are said to be kept hungry so...

Taiwan selects 'Left-Handed Girl' as Oscar submission

Taiwan's Ministry of Culture has revealed that 'Left-Handed Girl', directed by Tsou Shih-ching, has been selected as the country's submission for the best international feature category at the 98th Academy Awards, reported Variety.

Taiwan to hold disaster response drills, test quake alerts in September

Taipei, Aug. 28 (CNA) Taiwan will hold a series of drills in September, which will include trials of its earthquake warning system, the Ministry of the Interior (MOI) said Thursday. Scheduled for Sept. 17-19 to coincide with the annual National...

Taiwan selects 'Left-Handed Girl' as official entry for Oscars 2025

Washington DC [US], August 28 (ANI): Taiwan's Ministry of Culture has revealed that 'Left-Handed Girl', directed by Tsou Shih-ching, has been selected as the country's submission for the best international feature category at the 98th Academy...