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President Lai unveils new defense, SME plans amid deadlock
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te announces NT$1T (US$31.6B) SME package and alternative defense bill after surviving impeachment, bypassing opposition.
2026/05/20 11:41
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Taiwan announces wage boost, family policy reforms
Premier Cho Jung-tai highlighted Taiwan’s achievements and future plans, including a child support proposal, wage increases, and reaffirming sovereignty amid cross-strait tensions.
2026/05/19 16:38
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DPP legislator Shen launches uphill bid for Taipei mayor
Puma Shen, a DPP legislator, announced his candidacy for Taipei mayor, challenging incumbent Chiang Wan-an. Early polls show Chiang leading with 52.9% support.
2026/05/13 15:17
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Taiwan opposition head slammed for calling China family
Cheng Li-wun, KMT chairwoman, stresses the Cross-Strait Forum’s role in easing Taiwan-China tensions. She dismisses military trade-off claims and supports U.S. ties. Critics question her stance on China.
2026/01/29 18:13
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Taiwan opposition denies explosive no-arms-for-talks claims
The National Policy Foundation, the Kuomintang’s think tank, will join a forum with China’s Communist Party in Beijing from Feb. 2 to 4. KMT Chair Cheng Li-wen announced this as a step toward cross-strait dialogue.
2026/01/28 15:36
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Taiwan opposition rules out Chinese decapitation strike
KMT Vice Chair Hsiao Hsu-tsen states China won’t strike Taiwan, citing Xi’s ties and national interests. He critiques U.S. actions in Venezuela and highlights KMT’s role in easing cross-strait tensions.
2026/01/05 18:00
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Wang Jin-pyng named KMT senior advisor amid party push
Cheng Li-wen of the Kuomintang met with former Legislative Yuan President Wang Jin-pyng, offering him a senior advisory role. Wang urged political harmony in Taiwan.
2026/01/05 16:00
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Military drills follow Twin Cities talks: What’s the signal?
China launched Justice Mission 2025 drills around Taiwan one day after Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an’s call for dialogue in Shanghai, revealing Beijing’s dual approach to cross-strait ties.
2025/12/29 11:31
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Taipei, Shanghai mayors meet amid cross-strait deadlock
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an and Shanghai Mayor Kung Cheng met at the Twin City Forum to enhance cooperation. They emphasized dialogue’s role in easing cross-strait tensions.
2025/12/28 18:02
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Taiwan moves to penalize public calls for military takeover
Taiwan’s Cabinet approved draft amendments Thursday imposing fines up to NT$1 million (US$31,746) on anyone publicly advocating war against Taiwan. The National Security Act changes follow UN covenant obligations and respond to incidents involving Chinese spouses posting videos supporting military takeover. Critics raise freedom of speech concerns as proposals head to Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan for review amid heightened political tensions.
2025/12/19 17:26
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Taiwan military shifts to decentralized combat approach
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense released a report outlining a "decentralized warfare" strategy that would enable military units to fight independently without waiting for central command orders during sudden Chinese attacks. The strategy aims to prevent China from escalating "from training to exercises, and from exercises to warfare." Defense officials will brief parliament Wednesday on the new approach amid rising cross-strait tensions.
2025/12/16 18:05
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Taipei and Shanghai to hold forum on AI, urban governance
Taipei and Shanghai will hold the Twin Cities Forum on Dec. 27-28, focusing on AI and urban governance. This key dialogue aims to ease cross-strait tensions.
2025/12/11 16:49
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Poll shows 64% of Taipei residents back Shanghai exchanges
Taipei’s poll shows 64.1% support for city exchanges with Shanghai, highlighting the importance of dialogue amid cross-strait tensions. Mayor Chiang plans a December visit.
2025/12/03 11:17
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Annette Lu questions defense budget extending to 2034
Former Vice President Annette Lu warns of Taiwan’s pivotal year in 2027 amid political and cross-strait tensions. She critiques the defense budget and urges focus on stability.
2025/12/01 22:00
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Taiwan confronts China Coast Guard ships in Kinmen
Taiwan’s Coast Guard confronted Chinese vessels near Kinmen on Nov. 28, dismissing China’s patrol claims as harassment. The standoff ended with Chinese ships leaving by 10:50 a.m.
2025/11/28 19:00
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Ex-KMT chair demands Taiwan follow 1992 Consensus policy
Hung Hsiu-chu criticizes Japan’s PM for escalating tensions with China, urging adherence to the "1992 Consensus" for Taiwan’s security. She calls for KMT unity.
2025/11/24 13:00
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Taiwan legislator Puma Shen targeted in China investigation
Chongqing authorities investigate DPP legislator Puma Shen for alleged secession crimes. Taiwan’s MAC condemns the move, asserting China’s laws don’t apply to Taiwan.
2025/10/28 13:00
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Taiwan unveils strategic defense overhaul with Taiwan Dome
Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te announces revolutionary Taiwan Dome air defense system and historic defense spending increase to 5% of GDP by 2030, marking the island’s largest military modernization program to counter growing threats from China.
2025/10/10 17:22
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President Lai: Trump could win Nobel for China peace efforts
President Lai Ching-te emphasizes Taiwan’s commitment to peace amid tensions with China. He outlines a defense plan and highlights Taiwan’s economic resilience and societal unity.
2025/10/07 11:01
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Taiwan’s MAC urges businesses to reduce China dependence
The Mainland Affairs Council in Taipei warns of China’s cognitive warfare to influence Taiwanese views on U.S. policies. The council advises businesses to prioritize security amid U.S.-China trade tensions.
2025/10/03 21:00
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Mayor Chiang cancels Shanghai trip, blames bureaucracy
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an postponed his trip to the Taipei-Shanghai Twin Cities Forum due to incomplete MOUs. The forum, a key dialogue platform, faces delays amid technical issues and coordination challenges.
2025/09/23 20:00
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Taiwan public increasingly critical of cross-strait policy
A UDN survey shows rising dissatisfaction with President Lai Ching-te’s cross-strait policies, with disapproval at 63%. Despite tensions, 88% support open dialogue.
2025/09/22 13:00
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Ex-British PM cautions against military action on Taiwan
Boris Johnson visits Taiwan, attends the Ketagalan Forum, and discusses Taiwan Strait tensions. He highlights Taiwan’s trade growth with the UK and shared democratic values.
2025/08/05 16:00
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Why PX Mart stores are becoming emergency hubs in July
Taiwan’s PX Mart supermarkets will make history this July as the first major retailer to participate in national security drills, transforming stores into emergency information hubs during simulated air raid warnings. This unprecedented fusion of retail operations and defense preparedness comes as President Lai designates July as "national unity month" amid heightened cross-strait tensions.
2025/06/27 18:13
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Legislator criticizes Taiwan president’s foreign policies
Legislator Chen Ching-hui criticizes President Lai Ching-te’s policies, warning they may lead Taiwan to become a battleground. She highlights cross-strait tensions and unresolved issues like energy security.
2025/06/27 14:00