Tag: Taiwan
Hong Kong 47: Government Considers Appeal for Longer Sentences amid International Condemnation
The Hong Kong government is considering whether to appeal for longer sentences for certain democrats who were recently jailed in the city's largest national...
China releases Taiwan boat captain after 4 months detention for illegal fishing
A Taiwanese fishing boat captain who was detained in China for over four months on charges of illegal fishing has been released after paying...
Chinese military conducts ‘long-distance’ training flights with 37 aircraft near Taiwan
Taiwan reported the sighting of 37 Chinese fighter jets, drones, and other aircraft near the island on Sunday. China conducted "long-distance" training flights, escalating...
Clean-Up Operation Begins in Taiwan After Typhoon Kong-rey Leaves Two Dead
Workers in Taiwan are working tirelessly to clean up the aftermath of Typhoon Kong-rey, which recently struck the island, resulting in two fatalities. The...
Taiwan Raises Concerns Over Chinese Military Response to US Arms Sales
China recently conducted a joint combat readiness patrol around Taiwan, deploying fighter jets and drones, in response to the latest US arms sales to...
US Approves $2 Billion Arms Sale Package Including Missiles to Taiwan
The US State Department recently approved a $2 billion arms sale package for Taiwan, which includes advanced surface-to-air missile systems and radar. This decision...
Taiwan’s Lai Ching-te: Commitment to Island’s Sovereignty Won’t Waver
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te emphasized on Friday that Taiwan's commitment to safeguarding its sovereignty remains unwavering. He commended the troops and coast guard personnel...
Boosting War Preparedness: China’s Xi Jinping Urges Troops to Enhance Readiness
Chinese President Xi Jinping recently visited a brigade of the People's Liberation Army Rocket Force and urged troops to enhance their preparedness for war....
Accusations against Taiwan President Lai Ching-te ahead of National Day celebrations
China has made accusations against Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te, claiming that he is escalating hostility and pursuing independence as Taiwan gets ready to celebrate...
The Challenge Ahead for Death Penalty Abolitionists: Winning Public Support
Hsieh Chih-Hung was only 20 years old when he was arrested for a crime he didn't commit and sentenced to death in Taiwan. He...