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President Tsai reiterates Taiwan’s commitment to peace
President Tsai Ing-wen meets with a delegation from the American Enterprise Institute (AEI), emphasizing Taiwan’s commitment to not provoke or act rashly amid tense cross-strait relations, and the importance of strengthening relations with the U.S. and other democracies. She highlights Taiwan’s achievements in self-reliant defense, including the development of advanced jet trainers and submarines.
2023/10/16 16:47
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Analysts review footage of Taiwan’s domestically built sub
Taiwan unveils its "Narwhal" submarine, but concerns arise over sail unevenness. The U.S. weighs a commercial deal for combat systems. Experts discuss implications for anti-submarine warfare in the Taiwan Strait. Cross-strait relations and defense strategies evolve.
2023/10/03 18:02
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Professor Nye stresses importance of Taiwan’s soft power
Harvard’s Joseph Nye emphasizes Taiwan’s soft power significance and doubts China’s capability. Insights into Taiwan-US-China relations and strategies.
2023/09/27 20:25
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Hou Yu-ih shares ’unique background’ with U.S. officials
Kuomintang’s presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih discusses law enforcement and national security during a meeting with U.S. Republican lawmakers on Capitol Hill. The conversation focuses on Taiwan-U.S. relations and cross-strait issues.
2023/09/20 20:23
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Hou Yu-ih discusses Taiwan’s defense in Washington
Kuomintang’s Hou Yu-ih addresses Taiwan-U.S. relations and self-defense policies at the Brookings Institution meeting in Washington. U.S. experts back his stance. Get insights on cross-strait relations and more.
2023/09/19 17:09
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Hou’s US visit costs covered by campaign office: city gov’t
The New Taipei City government clarified on Friday (Aug. 5) that no public budget was used to cover the expenses for Hou Yu-ih’s visit to the U.S.
2023/08/25 22:37
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President Santiago Peña praises bilateral ties with Taiwan
Paraguay’s President-elect, Santiago Peña, pledges to strengthen ties with Taiwan, as Vice President Lai Ching-te visits. Discussions with Taiwan’s U.S. representative spark speculation about potential partnerships. Peña and Lai emphasize the significance of Paraguay-Taiwan cooperation.
2023/08/16 16:15
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Lai’s visit bolsters Taiwan’s diplomatic ties in Paraguay
Paraguay’s President-elect, Santiago Peña, pledges to strengthen ties with Taiwan as Vice President Lai Ching-te visits. Discussions with Taiwan’s U.S. representative spark speculation about potential partnerships. Peña and Lai emphasize the significance of Paraguay-Taiwan cooperation.
2023/08/15 18:28
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Retired U.S. Navy admiral warns of Taiwan’s crucial role
The evolving relations between China, Taiwan, and the United States have captured attention worldwide. In an exclusive interview with TVBS commentator Wenchi Yu on Tuesday (July 25), retired U.S. Navy Admiral Michael Mullen offered valuable insights on Taiwan’s evolving role in the global order.
2023/07/28 19:00
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President Tsai Ing-wen highlights U.S.-Taiwan bonds
In commemoration of the U.S. Independence Day on July 4th, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) hosted a celebration reception on Thursday (July 6) with President Tsai Ing-wen and all three presidential candidates in attendance.
2023/07/07 19:07
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Eurasia Group president weighs in on cross-strait risks
TVBS Commentator Wenchi Yu assessed cross-strait relations and U.S.-China competition with global political risk consultant and Eurasia Group President Ian Bremmer in the latest edition of TVBS Meeting Room.
2023/04/13 15:17
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Amb. emphasizes Guatemala’s strong friendship with Taiwan
The ambassador of Guatemala to the United States, Alfonso Quiñonez, reaffirmed his country’s strong alliance with Taiwan on Thursday (March 23), as President Tsai Ing-wen prepares for her upcoming visit to Central America.
2023/03/26 22:37
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China FM urges U.S. to restrain Taiwan independence
In his first news conference since taking office, Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang lashed out Tuesday (March 7) at the United States over deteriorating bilateral relations and Washington’s support for Taiwan.
2023/03/07 19:45
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President Tsai plans to meet U.S. speaker McCarthy in April
Tsai Ing-wen plans to meet with U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy during her transit through the U.S.
2023/03/07 19:14
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Hsiao: U.S. may have deeper understanding of how we feel
Taiwan Representative to the United States, Hsiao Bi-khim, commented Tuesdayon mainland China’s "spy balloon."
2023/02/08 20:00
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Wenchi Yu ponders U.S. role in future cross-strait ties
Taiwan and China have a complex relationship recently brought into the spotlight due to Taipei’s ardent push for democratic values and Beijing’s firm belief in autocratic control. The United States is also involved in this dynamic, according to TVBS commentator Wenchi Yu, who asked two foreign policy experts what’s next for cross-strait relations in the latest episode of TVBS Meeting Room.
2022/12/21 18:44
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Wenchi Yu reviews 9-in-1 elections with Taiwan, U.S. experts
Following Taiwan’s 9-in-1 elections, TVBS Commentator Yu Wenchi spoke with Kuo Chenlung, the Deputy Managing Editor of United Daily News, and David Sacks, a Research Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, to analyze the results of the elections.
2022/11/29 22:24
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CSIS holds China Power Conference
Global experts shared their perspective and insight on mainland China’s policies and current stance in the world at the China Power annual conference held by the Center for Strategic & International Studies.
2022/11/18 19:53
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Mahathir Mohamad calls for China to “leave Taiwan alone”
A few days before the sudden dissolution of Malaysia’s parliament, TVBS conducted an exclusive interview with former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad on his views toward cross-strait relations and the U.S. tense relationship with China.
2022/10/18 17:56
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U.S. official reaffirms importance of Taiwan Strait transits
U.S. 7th Fleet Commander Vice Admiral Karl Thomas called on China to recognize Russia’s mistakes in invading Ukraine on Friday (Oct. 14), just two days before China’s 20th National Congress.
2022/10/17 17:17
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U.S. ambassador to China: One China policy has not changed
The U.S. Ambassador to China, Nicholas Burns, reiterated at the Asia Summit that the One China policy has not changed, and America will continue to adhere to it.
2022/10/04 08:12
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Taiwan orders 16 Boeing planes for NT$139.8 billion
Although international travel is still not back to normal, China Airlines called for a meeting with its Board of Directors. They passed a decision to purchase 16 Boeing 787-9 passenger planes, with an estimated price tag of NT$139.8 billion. The move has raised much speculation about whether it has to do with the recent U.S. delegations’ visits to Taiwan.
2022/09/23 14:22
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U.S. Congressional delegation arrives in Taiwan
President Tsai Ing-wen greeted an 8-member delegation of the U.S. Congress at the Office of the President on the morning of Sept. 8. This is the largest U.S. delegation yet to visit Taiwan compared to the several delegations that arrived in August.
2022/09/23 14:13
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Taiwan Policy Act to enhance U.S. military support
The U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee approved the "Taiwan Policy Act" with a 17-5 vote on Sept. 14 (Wed.), committing to provide Taiwan with more military support in the future.
2022/09/23 14:06
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Taiwan Policy Act clears U.S. senate committee
The United States Senate Foreign Relations Committee cleared the "Taiwan Policy Act" with a 17-5 bipartisan vote. According to its sponsors, the bill is "the most comprehensive restructuring of U.S. policy towards Taiwan since the Taiwan Relations Act of 1979."
2022/09/23 14:06