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Taiwanese businesses abandon China amid rising costs
Updated : 8 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Taiwanese investment in China has plummeted to a historic low, with experts attributing the decline to China's deteriorating business environment, rising authoritarianism, and increasing strategic risk, Taipei Times reported.
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"Emergency marks a dark chapter in Indian democracy": Maharashtra CM Deven
Updated : 9 months ago IST
"25th June 1975, observed as Samvidhan Hatya Diwas, Emergency marks a dark chapter in Indian democracy. We pay solemn tribute to all those who stood fearlessly against authoritarianism, the courageous voices who resisted injustice, and the countless heroes who sacrificed to restore the so
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Taiwan warns of China's military buildup, calls for global support against
Updated : 9 months, 1 week ago IST
"All our actions aim to avert conflict, whether it arises in 2027, earlier, or later," Hsiao remarked during a conversation with American podcaster Shawn Ryan on the "Shawn Ryan Show."
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ETGE slams China-Central Asia Pact as 'Imperial Expansion'; warns of regio
Updated : 9 months, 1 week ago IST
The East Turkistan Government in Exile (ETGE) strongly criticised the endorsement of the "Astana Declaration" and the "Treaty on Eternal Good-Neighbourliness, Friendship, and Cooperation" during the Second China-Central Asia Summit. These agreements do not reflect true regional diplomacy; ra
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China's national security white paper sparks concerns over authoritarian c
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The White Paper stresses the importance of maintaining the CCP's continuity and supremacy over the nation as the cornerstone of China's national security, as highlighted by the International Campaign for Tibet (ICT).
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California Governor Gavin Newsom accuses Trump of authoritarian behavior a
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks ago IST
US President Donald Trump threatened to have California Governor Gavin Newsom arrested for allegedly obstructing federal law enforcement, prompting Newsom to accuse Trump of acting like a dictator. Tensions escalated as Trump deployed Marines and National Guard troops to Los Angeles amid
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Beijing, Moscow, Tehran, Pyongyang aim to undermine rules-based global ord
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
In a speech delivered during a low-profile visit to Europe, Wu emphasised the urgency of democratic solidarity amid rising authoritarian threats. "These regimes are expanding their influence with the clear intent to sabotage the rules-based international order," Wu said.
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Taipei vigil draws thousands to mark Tiananmen anniversary
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Around 3,000 people gathered in Taipei to mark the 36th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square Massacre, with candlelight vigils and speeches highlighting the importance of remembering the 1989 crackdown and resisting authoritarianism. Survivors and Hong Kong exiles participated, reaffirming Ta
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Taiwan President Lai marks Tiananmen anniversary, warns of rising authorit
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Taipei's President Lai Ching-te marked the 36th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square Massacre, highlighting the importance of protecting freedom and democracy. He warned against ongoing threats from authoritarianism and said Taiwan will continue working with allies to defend democratic values
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Chinese Nationalist Party criticises Lai's China stance, governance after
Updated : 10 months, 1 week ago IST
Marking President William Lai's first year in office, Taiwan's opposition KMT issued a list of ten criticisms, focusing heavily on cross-strait relations with China. The party accused Lai of compromising sovereignty, failing on trade negotiations, and weakening domestic governance, while
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Congress leader YS Sharmila slams Vizag steel plant, threatens hunger stri
Updated : 10 months, 1 week ago IST
Congress Party leader, YS Sharmila has issued a stern ultimatum to the management of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, accusing them of authoritarianism and neglecting workers' grievances.
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Taiwan President Lai says opposition rally shows strength of Taiwan's demo
Updated : 11 months ago IST
Taiwan President William Lai said that the opposition's protest highlights Taiwan's democratic strength, but urged political parties to focus their fight against dictatorship where it belongs -- against China's authoritarian regime, not Taiwan's judiciary or democracy.
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