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Simplified Chinese in National Day site code sparks concern
Discover the story behind Taiwan’s National Day visual design and the steps taken to ensure its cybersecurity amid concerns over Chinese involvement. Learn about the government’s response and measures.2024/09/04 11:19 -
Taiwan official reports disinformation attacks to police
Discover how Lin Fei-fan, Deputy Secretary-General of Taiwan’s National Security Council, is combating disinformation and false accusations amid political tensions. Learn about his response to being targeted since President Lai Ching-te’s inauguration.2024/08/09 10:26 -
Taiwan warns against Chinese social media apps for security
Discover why Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council warns against using Chinese social media apps like Xiaohongshu and Douyin, citing risks to personal and national security. Learn about the controversy surrounding Taiwanese band Mayday and the political maneuvers by China to influence Taiwan through social media and events.2024/07/08 10:43 -
Taiwan defends tourism promotion on Chinese social media
Explore how Taiwan’s Ministry of Transportation and Communications leverages mainland social media to boost tourism, navigating political sensitivities and global competition, amidst domestic critique.2024/05/06 16:29 -
KMT legislators question Taiwan’s tourism promotion in China
Explore the controversy surrounding a social media bid by the Taiwan Strait Tourism Association Shanghai Branch, involving KMT legislators questioning the eligibility of mainland Chinese companies and raising concerns over potential double standards by the DPP in promoting Taiwan’s tourism on platforms deemed as cognitive warfare fronts.2024/05/06 16:26 -
Taiwan’s NSTC discusses complexity of TikTok regulation
The National Science and Technology Council in Taipei addresses the complexities of TikTok regulation, highlighting differences between the United States and Taiwan. Minister Wu Tsung-tsong trusts the Executive Yuan and Ministry of Digital Affairs to make informed decisions amidst global debates on misinformation spread by the social media app.2024/03/14 15:11 -
Chinese cuisines gain popularity in Taiwan
Discover the rising popularity of Chinese cuisines like Luosifen noodles and Sichuan ice jelly in Taiwan, driven by social media trends and cultural connections. Despite cross-strait sensitivities, diverse options attract Taiwanese food enthusiasts seeking new culinary experiences. #TaiwanFood #ChineseCuisine2024/02/22 16:22 -
Tsai Ing-wen offers condolences, aid to Gansu quake victims
Taipei’s Presidential Office spokesperson, Olivia Lin, conveyed President Tsai Ing-wen’s concerns and condolences following a devastating earthquake in China’s Gansu province on December 18. The magnitude 6.2 earthquake resulted in at least 111 deaths, 236 injuries, and significant property damage. President Tsai expressed sympathies to the victims’ families and tasked the Straits Exchange Foundation (SEF) and the Mainland Affairs Office (MAO) to offer aid. She also posted messages on the social media platform X (previously known as Twitter) in both simplified Chinese and English to convey her condolences. President Tsai hopes for a smooth rescue and recovery process in Gansu, allowing affected individuals to return to normalcy swiftly.2023/12/19 16:16 -
Radio Free Asia exposes attacks on Taiwan VP hopeful
Taiwanese vice presidential candidate Hsiao Bi-khim, a member of the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), has been targeted by Chinese misinformation campaigns, which label her as an "American agent." Due to her mixed heritage and former dual citizenship, Hsiao’s loyalty and identity have been questioned on Chinese social media platforms. False claims about her inability to speak Mandarin have been circulated, along with accusations of her "appeasing America" and "betraying Taiwan." Hsiao has refuted these allegations, asserting that she renounced her American citizenship in 2002 and holds only Taiwanese citizenship. Taiwan’s 2024 presidential election has become a prime target for China’s disinformation warfare, with strict state censorship filtering information about the election.2023/12/07 14:44 -
Hsiao Bi-khim hit by disinformation in Taiwan election: RFA
Taiwan’s 2024 presidential election countdown has begun, and Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) vice presidential candidate Hsiao Bi-khim has become the target of disinformation campaigns from China, where she is being portrayed as an "American agent." Hsiao, who has a European mother, previously held dual citizenship with both Taiwan and the United States, which has attracted significant attention. Chinese social media platforms are echoing voices questioning Hsiao’s ethnic background and citizenship, aiming to shape the perception of her and the presidential candidate as being too friendly to the U.S. and betraying Taiwan. However, these narratives are based on false information. Hsiao clarified that she does not hold dual citizenship and reaffirmed her commitment to Taiwan, having renounced her American citizenship in 2002 to emphasize her allegiance to the Republic of China, Taiwan.2023/12/07 14:27