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DPP clarifies upcoming dinner not a nat’l report simulation
Discover how the DPP is strengthening its legislative strategy with a dinner meeting between President-elect Lai Ching-te and 51 legislators, aiming for open dialogue and unity.
18小時前
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Lithuania debates Taiwan office name amid Beijing pressure
Explore the tension between Lithuania and China over the Taiwanese Representative Office’s name in Lithuania, highlighting differing views within the Lithuanian government and the office’s significance as Taiwan’s first European representative office named "Taiwan." Delve into the geopolitical implications and the shared values underpinning Taiwan-Lithuania relations.
1天前
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KMT legislator challenges Taiwan’s secrecy over Ukraine aid
Explore the clash between KMT Legislator Hsu Chiao-hsin and Taiwan’s MOFA over the concealment of Czech public information regarding Ukraine aid, raising concerns about transparency and fairness in Taiwan’s procurement practices.
1天前
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Japanese lawmakers to attend Lai’s inauguration
Discover how Japan’s robust participation in Taiwan’s presidential inauguration highlights strong bilateral ties. Over 140 Japanese guests, including 37 lawmakers, will attend, underscoring the deep respect between the two nations.
2024/05/07 14:19
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Taiwan’s Alishan locomotive embarks on Welsh tracks
Discover the journey of the Alishan Forest Railway’s DL-34 locomotive from Taiwan to Wales, U.K., where it now traverses the Welsh countryside, promoting cultural exchange and tourism between Taiwan and the U.K. through a unique railway partnership.
2024/05/06 16:50
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Premier vows to tackle wealth gap amid economic growth
Explore how Premier Chen Chien-jen addresses Taiwan’s wealth gap, highlighting the disparity between the top and bottom income groups and the government’s commitment to narrowing this gap through economic and social welfare measures.
2024/04/30 15:33
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Taiwan and Japan discuss stronger ties for regional peace
Explore the recent meeting between Taiwanese Vice President Lai Ching-te and Japan’s LDP delegation led by Takako Suzuki, focusing on strengthening economic ties and regional peace.
2024/04/30 14:03
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Taiwan eyes stronger ties with rising India
Chen Mu-min, the Deputy Representative to India, highlights the strengthening of Taiwan-India relations through increased cooperation in trade, investment, education, and technology. He emphasizes India’s growing political influence as beneficial for Taiwan’s international engagement and notes the expansion of Taiwan Education Centers in India, alongside a rise in Indian students and researchers visiting Taiwan. The reorganization of the global supply chain is seen as a driving force behind Taiwanese manufacturers moving to India, promising a boost in trade volume between the two nations.
2024/04/30 13:54
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Taiwan-India labor MOU: a step forward in collaboration
Explore the upcoming second consultation meeting for the MOU on labor cooperation between Taiwan and India, as announced by Minister Hsu Ming-chun, focusing on open industries and the introduction of personnel, with input from a diverse group of stakeholders.
2024/04/30 13:41
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MOFA thanks Czech Republic for Taiwan quake relief donations
Discover the story of solidarity and international cooperation as Taiwan’s MOFA thanks the Czech Republic for a generous donation to aid Hualien’s earthquake reconstruction, highlighting the deep-rooted partnership and shared values between the two nations.
2024/04/30 13:36
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Cross-Strait tourism: Taiwan ready, awaiting China’s reply
Explore the ongoing discussions and developments in cross-strait tourism between Taiwan and China, highlighting the efforts and challenges faced by both sides in resuming travel exchanges amidst diplomatic tensions and the COVID-19 pandemic.
2024/04/26 13:20
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China to boost cross-strait exchanges with Taiwan
China’s Taiwan Affairs Office announces initiatives to enhance cross-strait exchanges, focusing on tourism and youth engagement, following a high-profile meeting between Ma Ying-jeou and Xi Jinping. The office aims to overcome obstacles for better cooperation and plans several events to encourage Taiwanese youth participation.
2024/04/24 15:24
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Taiwan’s SEF awaits China’s ARATS response on capsized boat
The Straits Exchange Foundation (SEF) has not received a response from the Association for Relations Across the Taiwan Straits (ARATS) about a speedboat capsizing near Kinmen. SEF Chair David Lee calls for pragmatic dialogue between both sides of the strait, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing the people’s safety. The incident involved an unidentified Chinese vessel and has resulted in a soldier from Kinmen being stranded in China, with efforts ongoing to facilitate his return.
2024/04/19 14:20
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NZ, Taiwan strengthen ties through parliamentary visit
Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu meets with New Zealand’s All-Party Parliamentary Group on Taiwan, expressing admiration for New Zealand and discussing the deepening of bilateral relations in trade, indigenous affairs, agriculture, and culture. The visit aims to strengthen friendship and cooperation between the two democracies.
2024/04/18 15:47
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Kritenbrink-Qiu meeting shows Taiwan’s role in US-China ties
Wang Hsin-hsien, an NCCU professor, speculates that the recent meeting between U.S. and Chinese officials may have involved discussions about President-elect Lai Ching-te’s inauguration speech and personnel arrangements, while TKU professor Alexander Huang believes the visit was mainly to prepare for Deputy Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken’s visit.
2024/04/17 15:38
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Taiwan’s rising rents: pandemic, war, and interest rates
the year-over-year (YoY) rate in the rent index has been around 2% for the past two years, a relatively high level. The YoY growth rate in March was 2.24%, the highest increase in the past year. Over the past decade, the average annual increase in the rent index was 1.1%. However, since July 2022, the growth has exceeded 2% and has remained at this level. DGBAS officials pointed out three main factors that contributed to the rise in rent. First, the cost of maintaining houses has increased. In recent years, the increase in residential maintenance costs has been significant, with a sharp rise of 5.8% in 2022 and increases of over 3% in 2023 and 2024.
2024/04/12 18:00
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Ma Ying-jeou meets Xi Jinping in Beijing after 9 years
The historic meeting between Taiwan’s former President Ma Ying-jeou and Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing highlights efforts towards peaceful cross-strait relations and opposition to Taiwan’s independence.
2024/04/10 17:34
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Ma Ying-jeou to meet Xi Jinping in Beijing, KMT confirms
Explore the upcoming significant event where former President Ma Ying-jeou is set to meet Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing, as confirmed by Kuomintang Chairman Eric Chu. This meeting aims to foster peaceful exchanges across the Taiwan Strait, reflecting KMT’s commitment to a "pro-American, friendly to Japan, and peaceful with the mainland" cross-strait policy. Additionally, KMT Vice Chairman Sean Lien’s participation in the Straits Forum is anticipated to further practical exchanges between the two sides, building on the foundation of the Singapore talks for future relations.
2024/04/10 14:51
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Blinken, Cameron unite for peace in Taiwan Strait
In a significant meeting in Washington, U.K. Foreign Secretary David Cameron and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasized their united stance on peace in the Taiwan Strait and addressed concerns over China’s trade practices. The discussion also covered the AUKUS security partnership’s role in the Indo-Pacific and the upcoming talks between Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio and U.S. President Joe Biden, focusing on military and technological cooperation.
2024/04/10 14:14
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Prices rise faster in Taiwan, inflation perception sharpens
Explore how Taiwan’s core inflation cycle has dramatically shortened from an average of 17.19 months to just under 8 months over recent years, leading to a significant shift in public perception towards inflation. This change is attributed to various factors, including the pandemic, geopolitical risks, and climate change, affecting the country’s inflation trend and resulting in a discrepancy between public feeling and official statistics.
2024/04/08 18:14
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Ma Ying-jeou calls for cross-strait peace, collaboration
Former President Ma Ying-jeou’s visit to Sun Yat-sen’s birthplace stirs emotions as he emphasizes the need for peace, unity, and prosperity between Taiwan and China, invoking the revolutionary leader’s teachings for future generations.
2024/04/02 17:39
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Jaw Shaw-Kong sees Ma Ying-jeou as bridge for peace
Jaw Shaw-Kong highlights former President Ma Ying-jeou’s meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping as a crucial moment in Ma’s visit to China, emphasizing its potential to enhance cross-strait communication for the Kuomintang. The Democratic Progressive Party, Taiwanese citizens, and the U.S. closely monitor Ma’s visit for its implications on peace and stability in the region. Jaw stresses the significance of face-to-face exchanges to prevent conflict and advocates for peaceful cross-strait relations. Ma’s trip is framed as a peace mission, with hopes of easing tensions and fostering friendship between Taiwan and the mainland.
2024/04/02 14:47
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Ma meets with China’s TAO Director in historic visit
Former President Ma Ying-jeou met with Song Tao, Director of the Taiwan Affairs Office, in Shenzhen, emphasizing cross-strait relations and the 1992 Consensus. The meeting was followed by a drone show, showcasing ongoing dialogue and cultural exchange between Taiwan and China.
2024/04/02 10:47
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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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Tsai Ing-wen and AIT Chair discuss Taiwan-U.S. relations
President Tsai Ing-wen meets with Laura Rosenberger of AIT to discuss Taiwan-U.S. cooperation in trade, supply chain security, and information security. The Taiwan Relations Act (TRA) of 1979 and its significance in U.S.-Taiwan relations, along with the impact of the three joint communiqués, shape the framework of U.S. policy toward the Taiwan Strait. The TRA aims to maintain peace, security, and stability in the region and influences U.S. arms sales to Taiwan and defense cooperation. The Taiwan Security Enhancement Act and the Taiwan Travel Act demonstrate ongoing developments in U.S.-Taiwan relations.
2024/04/01 18:18