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Taiwan arms sales on table as Trump prepares to meet Xi
Trump says he will discuss Taiwan arms sales with Xi at Beijing summit. U.S. senators urge administration to proceed with US$14B weapons package approved in January.
2026/05/12 14:57
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Taiwan party turns to job sites to recruit 2026 candidates
Taiwan Go Go announces candidates for the 2026 elections, aiming to offer fresh choices in local councils. The alliance seeks to challenge the status quo and become a viable third force.
2026/01/06 17:21
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Taiwan thanks G7 for support on peace and stability
The G7 foreign ministers stress peace in the Taiwan Strait, opposing forceful status quo changes. Taiwan appreciates G7 support for its global participation and regional stability.
2025/11/13 17:13
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President Lai urges China to respect Taiwan’s status quo
President Lai Ching-te’s National Day address highlights Taiwan’s democratic progress, defense goals, and economic growth. He urges China to act responsibly and outlines social initiatives.
2025/10/10 17:49
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Taiwan dismisses Xi Jinping’s National Day statements
Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffirms opposition to Taiwan independence and foreign interference on the eve of China’s National Day. Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council responds, emphasizing its commitment to the status quo and defending sovereignty.
2025/10/02 14:00
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China threatens response to US tank delivery to Taiwan
China’s defense ministry criticizes U.S. arms sales to Taiwan, warning against altering the Taiwan Strait’s status quo. The PLA plans to boost combat readiness.
2025/06/10 06:00
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U.S. condemns China’s military drills as threat to Taiwan
The U.S. State Department accuses China of escalating tensions with Taiwan through aggressive military actions. The U.S. reaffirms its commitment to regional security and opposes unilateral changes to the status quo. Taiwan’s foreign minister calls for global action against China’s threats.
2025/04/02 11:04
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Taiwan praised by allies for role in Taiwan Strait peace
Taiwan’s Presidential Office praises the U.S., Japan, and Australia for highlighting Taiwan’s role in Taiwan Strait peace. The joint statement opposes forceful status quo changes.
2024/11/18 14:23
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MAC official: China’s actions threaten cross-strait peace
Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council warns China’s refusal to recognize the Republic of China may impact cross-strait exchanges. The call for peace follows military drills.
2024/10/15 15:03
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President Lai’s leadership style lauded by Japanese academic
Japanese scholar Yoshiyuki Ogasawara praised President Lai Ching-te for his strong leadership in combating corruption. He highlighted Lai’s confident handling of cabinet issues and stable governance.
2024/09/25 14:58
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Taiwan aims to maintain status quo, says premier
Discover how Taiwan’s Premier Cho Jung-tai reaffirms the R.O.C.’s sovereignty and discusses the nation’s stance on geopolitical issues and the U.S. presidential election’s impact.
2024/07/02 17:36
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Taiwan’s premier reaffirms equal status with China
Discover how Taiwan’s Premier Cho Jung-tai reaffirms the non-subordination between the Republic of China and the People’s Republic of China, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the status quo for regional stability.
2024/07/02 14:03
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MOFA highlights global awareness of threat to status quo
Explore the latest efforts by Taiwan and the U.S. to maintain peace in the Taiwan Strait amidst challenges. This article covers diplomatic strategies and the strengthening of U.S.-Taiwan relations.
2024/06/18 17:50
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Klaus-Peter Willsch invites Taiwan’s president to Germany
Explore the significance of a German delegation’s visit to Taiwan, led by Klaus-Peter Willsch, aiming to foster a more independent German policy towards Taiwan and challenge the diplomatic status quo amid Beijing’s influence.
2024/05/23 10:48
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US, Japan establish joint command, deepen military ties
Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio and U.S. President Joe Biden reaffirmed the importance of peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait, pledged to uphold international order, and signed approximately 70 cooperation agreements spanning defense, space, economic security, AI, nuclear fusion energy, and disaster relief during a bilateral summit at the White House.
2024/04/11 17:52
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US urges China to engage in meaningful dialogue with Taiwan
Meta description: U.S. urges China to exercise restraint and not unilaterally change Taiwan Strait status quo after Chinese drones approach Kinmen; Taiwan considers response to China’s gray zone tactics, drawing from Philippines’ experience in South China Sea confrontations.
2024/04/09 17:25
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US reaffirms support for Taiwan ahead of Lai’s inauguration
Vice President Lai Ching-te meets with AIT Chair Laura Rosenberger to discuss deepening U.S.-Taiwan relations. Rosenberger congratulates Lai on his election victory and highlights the importance of maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait. She emphasizes the mutually beneficial economic ties between the two nations and reaffirms the U.S.’s commitment to Taiwan’s defense. Rosenberger expresses confidence in Lai’s leadership in strengthening U.S.-Taiwan relations and Taiwan’s role in global security and prosperity.
2024/04/01 18:29
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Taiwan premier vows to boost dialogue for Strait stability
Taiwan’s Premier Chen Chien-jen emphasizes the importance of communication with China to uphold peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait amid rising tensions, highlighting the necessity of robust defense measures and cooperation for global peace and development.
2024/03/08 16:37
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Wang Yi urges US action against Taiwan independence
China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi urges the U.S. to take concrete action against Taiwan’s independence during a meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken at the Munich Security Conference. Wang emphasizes that Taiwan is an inseparable part of Chinese territory and attributes any attempt to alter this status quo to Taiwan separatist activities and external forces. He calls for the U.S. to lift unilateral sanctions on Chinese companies and individuals and cease baseless harassment of Chinese citizens. Both parties agree to retain dialogue and communication and explore further exchanges between the two nations. Discussions also cover geopolitical flashpoints such as the Ukraine crisis, the Israel-Hamas conflict, and issues on the Korean Peninsula.
2024/02/17 12:01
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Tsai Ing-wen touts Taiwan’s NT$2.17T investment success
President Tsai Ing-wen highlights the success of Taiwan’s investment incentives projects, which have attracted over NT$2.17 trillion in investments and created over 140,000 jobs. Speaking at a Lunar New Year event, Tsai emphasizes the importance of Taiwanese businesses in driving economic development and emphasizes Taiwan’s global reach and reliability as an international partner. She also discusses Taiwan’s efforts to improve infrastructure and expand external relations, including trade cooperation with the U.S. and U.K. Tsai calls for the preservation of the peaceful and stable status quo in the Taiwan Strait and expresses a commitment to upholding democracy and seeking cross-strait dialogues. The event was attended by government officials and over 300 Taiwanese businessmen living and working in China.
2024/02/16 16:38
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Ryan Hass and Vincent Chao discuss Taiwan’s election results
Experts Ryan Hass and Vincent Chao analyze Taiwan’s election results and discuss their impact on future U.S.-Taiwan-China relations. Insights into the election outcomes and implications.
2024/01/18 16:06
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DPP urges Beijing to reassess cross-strait relations
The Democratic Progressive Party’s (DPP) China Affairs Department has called on Beijing to realistically confront cross-strait relations. This plea comes in response to a recent statement by China’s Taiwan Affairs Office (TAO), which claimed that the Taiwan election results do not represent the majority’s views and reiterated that "Taiwan is China’s Taiwan." Following Taiwan’s elections, Nauru, a Pacific island nation, severed diplomatic ties with Taiwan. The DPP criticized the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) for exploiting Nauru’s financial difficulties and coaxing the country into establishing diplomatic relations with China. The DPP’s China Affairs Department reaffirmed that its chairman, Lai Ching-te, has consistently stated his commitment to maintaining the status quo under the constitutional system of the Republic of China (R.O.C.). Lai advocated for dialogue and cooperation with China based on parity and dignity. The DPP’s China Affairs Department condemned the CCP’s suppressive measures against Taiwan and urged Chinese President Xi Jinping to publicly pledge not to unilaterally alter the status quo across the Taiwan Strait using military force. Despite Lai Ching-te’s stance on dialogue and cooperation, Beijing has continued to disregard Taiwan.
2024/01/18 10:39
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Tsai Ing-wen upholds status quo across Taiwan Strait: MOFA
Taiwan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Joseph Wu, emphasized in an exclusive interview with CNN that Taiwan is a democratic nation and that the majority of its people wish to maintain the status quo across the Taiwan Strait. Wu discussed various topics, including the significance of Taiwan’s presidential elections for its democratic growth, national defense, Indo-Pacific conditions, and Taiwan-India relations. He highlighted President Tsai Ing-wen’s commitment to upholding the political status quo, which has gained international recognition. Wu also emphasized the importance of peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait, as Taiwan produces 90% of the world’s semiconductor chips. He addressed the military threats from mainland China, stating that Taiwan is striving to enhance its defense capacities to deter aggression. Additionally, Wu expressed hopes to strengthen the connection between Taiwan and India in integrating their semiconductor supply chains through talent cultivation.
2024/01/05 16:14
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Foreign Minister Wu slams China’s aggression in Le Monde
Taiwan’s Foreign Minister, Joseph Wu, has condemned China’s violation of the military status quo across the Taiwan Strait in an interview with Le Monde. He accuses China of attempting to obscure Taiwan’s sovereignty and initiating a ’choose between peace or war’ cognition war. Wu emphasizes that China’s interference efforts are increasingly difficult to discern and contradict Taiwan’s attempts to maintain the status quo. He reiterates President Tsai Ing-wen’s cautious and responsible stance ahead of the presidential election and commits to strengthening defense forces to show that invading Taiwan would not be easy for China. Wu also criticizes China’s hybrid warfare, alleging that it seeks to convince the public that the upcoming election is a choice between conflict and economic slowdown or peace and prosperity. Le Monde notes that Wu has been actively raising global awareness of the risks of conflict in the Taiwan Strait through visits to Eastern Europe and Scandinavia.
2024/01/03 11:08
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Presidential debate ignites over R.O.C. Constitution
The sole televised debate for Taiwan’s 2024 presidential candidates featured heated exchanges among Lai Ching-te of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), Ko Wen-je of the Taiwan People’s Party (TPP), and Hou Yu-ih of the Kuomintang (KMT) regarding the representation of the Republic of China (R.O.C.). The candidates were questioned about their recognition of the inherent territory in mainland China and Taiwan, whether both are part of the R.O.C., and their stance on the principle of "one country, two systems." Lai expressed skepticism about recognizing the R.O.C. as a "guardian deity" of both sides, while Hou emphasized his adherence to the Constitution and opposition to the one-country-two-systems principle. Ko argued that following the constitution is crucial for presidential candidates and emphasized maintaining the status quo.
2023/12/30 18:56