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Taiwan: Lai pledges support for agriculture, fisheries amid US tariff talk
Updated : 11 months ago IST
Taiwan President William Lai Ching-te assured farmers and fishers that Taiwan's tariff talks with the US would not sacrifice the interests of its agriculture and aquaculture sectors, amid concerns over new US duties prompted by trade tensions with China.
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US senator reiterates support for Taiwan
Updated : 11 months ago IST
Republican Party Senator Pete Ricketts of the US told Taiwanese President William Lai that the US would continue to assist Taiwan with its self-defence and also wants to see peace across the Taiwan Strait without coercion or the threat of force, as reported by the Taipei Times.
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"China uses civil groups, religious institutions to infiltrate military,"
Updated : 11 months ago IST
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) revealed in a report that China is using local criminal organisations, illegal lenders, religious institutions, and civil groups to penetrate the Taiwanese military, Taipei Times reported.
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Taiwan detects six Chinese naval vessels, four ships around its territory
Updated : 11 months ago IST
Taiwan detected six Chinese naval vessels and four official ships operating around its territory up until 6 am (local time) on Sunday, a statement by Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) said.
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Taipei Mayor Chiang calls no-confidence vote
Updated : 11 months ago IST
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an has called for a legislative vote of no confidence to dismiss the Cabinet, accusing the Lai administration of judicial overreach. The proposal drew mixed reactions from opposition leaders and sharp criticism from the DPP.
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Taiwan detects heightened Chinese activity around its territory
Updated : 11 months ago IST
13 out of 14 sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern and southwestern ADIZ (Air Defence Identification Zone), authorities said.
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Taiwan's ruling party mandates disclosure of China visits amid rising espi
Updated : 11 months ago IST
Taiwan's President and Chairman of the ruling Democratic Progressive Party, or DPP, Lai Ching-te, declared on Wednesday that all party members are now required to report in advance and submit a follow-up report if they visit China or interact with individuals connected to the Chinese governm
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Taiwan detects 11 Chinese aircraft, 6 naval vessels near its territory
Updated : 11 months ago IST
During Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit on Tuesday, Vietnam backed China's claim that "Taiwan is an inseparable part of Chinese territory" and opposed "any separatist activity" seeking Taiwan Independence, Taiwan News reported, citing Viet Nam News.
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Taiwan cracks down on origin fraud amid tariff concerns
Updated : 11 months ago IST
Taiwan's government is ramping up efforts to combat origin fraud, which has led to nearly 800 cases since 2020 and fines of NTD 29.58 million. The issue has become a key concern in tariff negotiations with the United States, particularly for Taiwanese semiconductor firms facing higher duties
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Taiwan Pres Lai Ching-te orders DPP officials to report China visits amid
Updated : 11 months ago IST
Taiwanese President William Lai Ching-te has mandated that all DPP officials report visits to China, Hong Kong, or Macau, as Taiwan heightens efforts to counter suspected Chinese infiltration. Lai emphasised party discipline, national security, and legal accountability for any members collab
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China, Philippines accuse each other of reckless manoeuvres at Scarborough
Updated : 11 months ago IST
Tensions flared again in the South China Sea as China and the Philippines exchanged accusations over dangerous manoeuvres near Scarborough Shoal. Manila also confronted a Chinese research vessel operating near Taiwan without permission.
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China's Taobao marketplace fined in Taiwan, faces license threat
Updated : 11 months ago IST
China-based e-commerce giant Taobao has been fined NTD 1.2 million by Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs for unauthorised advertising activities. Authorities have warned that its license could be revoked if it fails to comply with regulations by mid-2025.
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