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US drops wording saying it does not support Taiwan independence

US State Department plays down changes as ‘routine’ update after Taipei welcomes ‘positive and friendly’ wording.

Al Jazeera

Taiwan To Increase Defense Spending To Over 3% GDP

Taiwan plans to increase defense spending to over 3% of GDP to address US security concerns.

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Taiwan's Lai Vows More Investment In US As Chip Tariffs Loom

Taiwan will boost investment in the United States and on its own defences, President Lai Ching-te said Friday, as Taipei seeks to head off US President Donald Trump's threats of tariffs on its semiconductor chips.

International Business Times

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Gas Explosion At Taiwan Mall Kills At Least Five

Authorities in Taiwan respond to a tragic gas explosion at a Taichung shopping mall, resulting in fatalities and injuries. President Lai Ching-te activates...

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Taiwan Says Detects Six Chinese Balloons Near Island

Taiwan detected six Chinese balloons off the island, the defence ministry said Friday, as Beijing maintains military pressure to push its claim of sovereignty.

International Business Times

Trump Inaugurated As 47Th U.S. President, Makes Policy Changes

Donald Trump's second term inauguration, executive orders, and international relations developments.

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Asian Leaders Congratulate President Trump On Inauguration

Asian leaders extend congratulations to President Trump, emphasizing partnership and collaboration for peace and prosperity.

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Mike Pence to Trump: cutting Taiwan support would ‘likely spark a new nuclear arms race’

Former vice-president makes surprise visit to Taipei and predicts that if China annexes its neighbour other Asia-Pacific countries will build nuclear arsenals

The Guardian - AU

The maps that show how China’s military is squeezing Taiwan

China has increased its incursions into Taiwan’s airspace over the last year, part of strategic harassment that is taking a toll on the island’s resources

The Guardian - AU

Taiwan Conducts Tabletop Exercise To Simulate Chinese Military Escalations

Taiwan's presidential office conducts a tabletop exercise to simulate responses to potential military escalations by China, emphasizing readiness and socie...

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Taiwan Lawmakers Brawl Over Bills That Would 'Damage Democracy'

Taiwanese lawmakers tackled and doused each other with water on Friday as President Lai Ching-te's party tried to block the passage of bills they say could harm the self-ruled island's "democratic system".

International Business Times

Ex-Taiwan Leader Says China Visit To Foster Cross-strait Peace

Former Taiwanese president Ma Ying-jeou headed to China on Wednesday for a trip he said was aimed at building "a bridge for peace", after Beijing last week intensified military drills around the island.

International Business Times

Taiwan Says Detects 16 Chinese Warships Around Island

Taiwan said Thursday it detected 16 Chinese warships in waters around the island, one of the highest numbers this year, as Beijing intensifies military pressure on Taipei.

International Business Times

Taiwan Demands China End Military Activity Near Waters

Taiwan demands China halt military activities near its waters, citing concerns about peace and stability. Ongoing tensions highlight complex dynamics in th...

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Hopes For 'Reunification' A Fact Of Life On China's Window To Taiwan

Atop rock formations overlooking a vast coastline, groups of Chinese tourists snap pictures and gaze out to sea with binoculars in the direction of Taiwan's main island, just over a hundred kilometres away.

The Independent UK

Taiwan demands that China end its military activity in nearby waters

Taiwan has demanded that China end its ongoing military activity in nearby waters, which it said is unilaterally undermining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait and disrupting international shipping and trade

International Business Times

Taiwan Says China Expands Military Drills Around The Island

China has expanded military drills around Taiwan with dozens of warplanes and a huge maritime exercise aimed at drawing "a red line" for the next US president, Taipei authorities said Wednesday.

International Business Times

Taiwan Says Detects 53 Chinese Military Aircraft, 19 Ships Near Island

Taiwan said Wednesday it had detected 53 Chinese military aircraft and 19 ships near the island in the past 24 hours, as Beijing holds its biggest maritime mobilisation in years.

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The Taiwan Strait: Crucial Waterway And Military Flashpoint

Taiwan accused China on Tuesday of holding its biggest maritime mobilisation around the island in years, though Beijing has stayed tight-lipped over its latest show of force.

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China Deploys Largest Maritime Force Near Taiwan

China's deployment of a large maritime force near Taiwan raises tensions in the region.

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Chinese Naval Movements Increase Tensions In Taiwan Strait

Tensions rise as Chinese naval presence increases around Taiwan following President Lai's visit to US territories.

International Business Times

Taiwan Says China Carrying Out Huge Maritime Drills

Taiwan said Tuesday that dozens of Chinese warships and other vessels have been deployed around the island, in one of China's biggest-ever military exercises.

The Independent UK

Taiwan ‘very alarmed’ as largest Chinese fleet in decades gathers near island

Beijing reportedly deploys 90 ships and 47 aircraft for exercises around island

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China Prepares For Military Drills Amid Taiwan Tensions

Recent tensions between China and Taiwan escalate as China's military gears up for drills following President-elect Trump's stance on defending Taiwan.

The Independent UK

Taiwan says China has sent naval ships into nearby waters ahead of anticipated drills

China’s military appears to be preparing for widely anticipated drills in response to a recent visit by Taiwan's president to Hawaii and Guam

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