Taiwan’s tightrope has become a knife edge

Taiwan’s tightrope has become a knife edge

TAIPEI: My home, Taiwan, is a shining example of freedom, democracy and inclusivity. We have one of the world’s most open societies, the highest percentage of female legislators in Asia and a government minister who is transgender. Decades of hard work, smart policies and entrepreneurial mindsets have led to enviably high standards of living and … Read more

Taiwan expects China to apply pressure on incoming government after election

Taiwan expects China to apply pressure on incoming government after election

TAIPEI: Taiwan‘s government believes China is likely to attempt to put pressure on its incoming president after the island goes to the polls on Saturday, including staging military manoeuvres near the island this spring, two senior government officials said. No matter which candidate wins the election, Beijing’s military and economic pressure on Taiwan’s next leader … Read more

Taiwan: Taiwan detects four Chinese balloons ahead of election

Taiwan: Taiwan detects four Chinese balloons ahead of election

Taipei, Jan 03, 2024 -Four Chinese balloons were detected moving across the median line separating Taiwan from China, with three flying directly above the island, Taipei‘s defence ministry said Wednesday.A graphic released by the ministry showed three balloons headed northeast above Taiwan after appearing “southwest of Ching-Chuan-Kang”, home to a military airbase in the western … Read more

Taiwan: Taiwan detects two Chinese balloons in new year

Taiwan: Taiwan detects two Chinese balloons in new year

Taipei, Jan 02, 2024 -Two Chinese balloons were detected moving across the median line separating Taiwan from China, with one flying directly above the island, Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defence said Tuesday.The balloons were seen crossing the median line over the Taiwan Strait — a sensitive waterway separating the island from China — late January … Read more