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Taiwan ads removed in Peru amid China pressure
Taiwan’s ads were removed from Lima Airport under China’s pressure, raising diplomatic concerns at the APEC summit. Some ads remain, highlighting Taiwan’s global contributions.
2024/11/15 11:19
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Peru fixes Taiwan name error amid China pressure claims
Peru’s APEC summit corrected an error in documents that labeled Taiwan as "China Taipei" instead of "Chinese Taipei." The change followed suspicions of Chinese pressure.
2024/11/14 13:20
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Taiwan eyes CPTPP trade ties at APEC summit
World leaders gather at the APEC summit in Peru. Taiwan seeks to boost trade with CPTPP members, focusing on green economy and digital growth. U.S.-Taiwan trade talks continue amid Trump’s return.
2024/11/11 10:27
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Taiwan’s envoy to present key proposals at APEC summit
President Lai Ching-te instructs Lin Hsin-i to present Taiwan’s proposals at the APEC summit in Lima, Peru, focusing on AI, digital healthcare, and trade.
2024/11/08 11:03
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DPP decries China’s pressure on Taiwan’s APEC representation
Taiwan faces diplomatic challenges as China pressures against Chen Chien-jen’s APEC envoy role. Stan Shih is now set to represent Taiwan. Peru’s confirmation is pending.
2024/10/15 13:29
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Peru rejects Taiwan’s APEC envoy nominee Chen, report says
Peru rejects Taiwan’s APEC envoy nominee Chen Chien-jen due to China’s pressure. Taiwan seeks a new representative as discussions continue. Decision pending.
2024/10/14 15:53
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Taiwan’s gender equality achievements praised by Hsiao
Vice President-elect Hsiao Bi-khim praised Taiwan’s achievements in gender equality at the Taiwan Women Impact Summit, highlighting progress in political representation and resilience in the face of geopolitical challenges, which have won international support.
2024/04/11 10:16
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Overseas community emphasizes voting’s role in democracy
The San Francisco overseas Chinese community hosted a New Year flag-raising ceremony, with Fremont Mayor Lily Mei encouraging the next generation to run for office and speak out for Asians. Mei also urged the community to vote robustly in the upcoming T U.S.-Taiwan relations and reminded them not to underestimate individual power. Director-General Scott Lai of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in San Francisco reviewed Taiwan’s accomplishments last year, highlighting its rise in various indices, ranking second in freedom in Asia and sixth in global competitiveness. Lai also noted the meeting between Morris Chang, founder of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), and key U.S. officials at the 2023 Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit, praising it as a symbol of U.S. executive branch support for Taiwan. However, Lai acknowledged challenges lie ahead for Taiwan, particularly in its tourism, sightseeing, and restaurant industries’ recovery, as well as social issues such as declining birthrates and wealth disparity. Lai assured that the government would take a more proactive and responsible stance to make positive changes felt by the public.
2024/01/02 16:00
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Hsiao Bi-khim: Taiwan aims for peace and stability
Democratic Progressive Party candidate Hsiao Bi-khim emphasizes hopes for genuine peace in the Taiwan Strait following Chinese President Xi Jinping’s remarks and stresses the importance of maintaining peace and stability in the region.
2023/11/23 17:47
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TSMC founder discusses U.S.-Taiwan ties ahead of APEC
Morris Chang, TSMC founder, met with U.S. economic adviser Lael Brainard and Secretary of State Antony Blinken at the APEC summit to discuss strengthening U.S.-Taiwan economic relations amid heightened tensions between the U.S. and China.
2023/11/17 16:33
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Demonstrators flood the streets ahead of Biden-Xi meeting
The 2023 APEC summit between the U.S. and China in San Francisco highlights tensions in their relationship, particularly regarding Taiwan. Violent clashes between anti-Xi protestors and supporters of the Chinese president marred the day, with protestors outnumbered and overpowered. The summit aimed to address sensitive issues and find common ground, but the situation became increasingly tense. The White House reiterated its support for the one-China policy while expressing hopes for Taiwan’s development and freedom of choice in trade partners.
2023/11/16 21:46
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Lai Ching-te to name Hsiao Bi-khim as running mate
Taiwan’s Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential candidate Lai Ching-te is set to announce Hsiao Bi-khim as his vice-presidential running mate. The announcement, slated for November 20, follows DPP’s unveiling of its legislator-at-large list and precedes the Central Election Commission’s candidate registration period. Amidst these developments, Hsiao attends the APEC summit in San Francisco, focusing on the summit’s successful conclusion.
2023/11/16 12:13
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US reiterates stance on Taiwan in bilateral talks
The story discusses the statements made by John Kirby, Coordinator for Strategic Communications at the National Security Council, regarding the United States’ stance on Taiwan’s independence and the desire to avoid conflict over the island. Kirby emphasized that the U.S. does not support Taiwan’s independence and does not want to see a unilateral change in Taiwan’s status quo, particularly through the use of force. He expressed hope that President Joe Biden would continue to convey to Chinese President Xi Jinping that the U.S. will adhere to the Taiwan Relations Act and assist Taiwan in maintaining its self-defense capabilities. The article also mentions that Biden and Xi held bilateral talks, their second face-to-face meeting since November, and that Biden would discuss concerns about China’s non-interference in Taiwanese elections. It remains unclear whether Biden will meet with Taiwanese APEC representative Morris Chang at the summit.
2023/11/16 11:22
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Taiwan’s Foreign Minister assures U.S. support
Taiwan’s Foreign Minister, Joseph Wu, reassures the nation of the U.S.’ consistent support ahead of U.S. President Joe Biden’s scheduled meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in San Francisco on November 15. Wu states that Taiwan is likely to be a topic of discussion in the meeting and that the Foreign Ministry is closely monitoring relevant information. The Biden-Xi meeting will take place on the sidelines of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit and will be their first face-to-face conversation since last November. Wu also addresses rumors about Taiwan’s representative to the U.S., Hsiao Bi-khim, potentially becoming the running mate for Democratic Progressive Party’s presidential candidate Lai Ching-Te, stating that the Ministry cannot answer election-related matters. However, Wu assures the public that personnel changes in diplomatic positions are routine and do not impact Taiwan’s relations with the U.S.
2023/11/13 18:29
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Supply chain resiliency a focus in APEC: U.S. ambassador
U.S. Ambassador Matt Murray highlights the importance of APEC as a platform for dialogue on supply chain resilience and economic security, with a focus on the semiconductor industry, ahead of the Biden-Xi Summit.
2023/11/13 11:20
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U.S. ambassador for APEC shares hopes for summit
U.S. Ambassador Matt Murray discusses the objectives for the 2023 APEC summit in San Francisco, highlighting collaboration on regional challenges and the upcoming Biden-Xi meeting.
2023/11/13 11:11
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TSMC founder to promote peace and resilience at APEC summit
TSMC Founder Morris Chang will represent Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen at the APEC summit in San Francisco. He has been tasked with promoting regional peace and resilience in supply chains. President Tsai expressed gratitude towards Chang for increasing Taiwan’s international visibility and fostering cooperation with other economies. She urged Chang to convey messages about Taiwan’s dedication to peace, building a resilient supply chain, pushing for a green transformation, and minimizing digital disparities. Chang agreed to accept this responsibility and promised to make utmost efforts in line with the president’s direction.
2023/11/12 13:09
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Taiwan’s APEC agendas on U.S.-China talks, trade, CPTPP
The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders’ Week 2023 in San Francisco will be a significant event for Taiwan. The country’s main focuses during the summit include the U.S-China leaders’ talks, the possibility of meetings between U.S. President Joe Biden and TSMC Founder Morris Chang, progress on U.S-Taiwan trade negotiations, and Taiwan’s potential participation in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). President Biden is scheduled to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping to discuss trade, Taiwan, the U.S.-China tech war, and PLA activities in the Taiwan Strait. Taiwan officials are also working towards arranging a meeting between Chang and Biden. While the first agreement under the U.S.-Taiwan Initiative on 21st Century Trade has been signed, the second round of negotiations is not progressing as expected. Taiwan’s Minister Without Portfolio John Deng hopes to meet with U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai during the summit to confirm progress. Additionally, Taiwan will likely use the APEC summit as an opportunity to hold bilateral talks with CPTPP members to garner support for its admission to the trade pact.
2023/11/12 11:45
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Biden, Xi to discuss Taiwan at APEC meeting, says expert
U.S. President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to meet in San Francisco on November 15, with Taiwan as a key focus of their discussions, according to an expert from the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR). The meeting agenda includes four main issues: Taiwan, fentanyl containment, Israel-Hamas conflict, and climate change response. It is expected that Xi will seek Biden’s reiteration of the United States’ stance against Taiwan’s independence, as Beijing considers Taiwan a part of China and opposes its independence. Additionally, Xi may anticipate Biden’s affirmation that the U.S. does not favor any specific political party in the Taiwan presidential elections. This summit marks a direct face-to-face dialogue between the leaders since their talks during the G20 summit in Bali, Indonesia, in November 2022.
2023/11/09 12:34
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Japanese PM expect to meet with China’s Xi at APEC summit
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is considering a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping after the U.S.-China talks at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit. Kishida plans to meet with Xi the day after U.S. President Joe Biden’s meeting. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss unresolved issues between Japan and China, including Japan’s request for China to remove import restrictions on Japanese seafood products. Additionally, the dialogue aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation and promote regional stability. Japan’s National Security Secretariat Secretary General Akiba Takeo will travel to China for coordination efforts. The APEC summit, which includes leaders from 21 member countries, will take place in San Francisco from November 15 to 17.
2023/11/09 12:32
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Taiwan closely monitoring Biden-Xi Meeting in San Francisco
As President Biden and Xi Jinping gear up for a San Francisco meet in November, Taiwan’s Foreign Minister Joseph Wu highlights the island’s vigilant observation. Additionally, prospects of a Biden-Chang meeting during the APEC summit are in discussion.
2023/11/02 17:59
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TSMC founder Morris Chang returns from APEC Summit
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) founder Morris Chang shared on Monday (Nov. 21) some highlights of his recent attendance in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit.
2022/11/21 18:33
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TSMC founder Morris Chang in Bangkok for 2-day APEC Summit
TSMC founder Morris Chang arrived in Bangkok, Thailand, on Thursday (Nov. 17) to attend this year’s Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit.
2022/11/18 20:59
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TSMC founder Morris Chang to represent Taiwan at APEC
Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen named Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company founder Morris Chang as Taiwan’s representative to the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit on Thursday (Oct. 20).
2022/10/21 18:17
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星國總理與富美鑫丁家兄弟 APEC相見歡
新加坡總理李顯龍10日在越南參加2017年APEC領袖高峰會(APEC CEO Summit),晚間在越南政府舉行的歡迎川普、習近平、宋楚瑜等各經濟體領袖的國宴上,李顯龍總理巧遇曾經和他父親新加坡已故總理李光耀有過一段特殊淵源的丁善理基金會董事長丁廣欽及富美鑫集團總裁丁廣鋐兄弟,談起往事分外親切,李顯龍總理並特別與丁氏兄弟在國宴會場合影留念。
2017/11/11 12:45