“Taiwan Investigates Widespread Possession of Chinese ID Cards After Viral Video Reveals Business Benefits” A documentary video has sparked significant controversy in Taiwan after a Chinese businessman, Lin Jincheng, was filmed encouraging Taiwanese citizens to apply for Chinese ID cards. Lin, the head of a startup incubator for Taiwanese youth in China’s Fujian Province, unwittingly […]
Xi Jinping and Putin Discuss Global Relations, Including Trump, Ukraine, and Taiwan
Summary MOSCOW/BEIJING, Jan 21 (Reuters) – In a significant video call on Tuesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping discussed a range of key global issues, including strategies to build relations with newly-inaugurated U.S. President Donald Trump, the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, and Russia’s strong support for China’s stance on Taiwan. The […]
China to Restart Group Tourism to Taiwan Amid Growing Tensions
“China to Resume Group Tours to Taiwan to Promote Cross-Strait Exchanges” China has announced plans to restart some group tours to Taiwan, with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism confirming the development on Friday. While the government did not provide a specific timeline, the resumption of these tours will initially allow residents of Shanghai and […]
Taiwan Reports 24 Chinese Military Aircraft and 6 Vessels Near Its Borders
Taiwan Reports 21 Chinese Aircraft Cross Median Line Into ADIZ According to the Ministry of National Defense (MND), 21 Chinese military aircraft crossed the median line and entered Taiwan’s northern, southwestern, and eastern Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ). Taiwan Detects 24 PLA Aircraft and 6 PLAN Vessels Near Its Territory On Wednesday morning, Taiwan’s Ministry […]
Historic Victory: Taiwan Captures More Than 5,000 Chinese POWs in Groundbreaking Battle
“Despite Proximity to Mainland, China Has Never Conquered Taiwanese Islands, Suffering Two Decisive Losses” In his recent New Year speech, Chinese President Xi Jinping made a strong statement, asserting that “no one can stop the reunification” of Taiwan with China. His words were backed by a show of force as the People’s Liberation Army Navy […]
China Accuses Taiwan of Provoking Cross-Strait Tensions
China blames Taiwan for escalating tensions and rejecting dialogue, while Taiwan counters that China’s military actions and the ‘One China’ policy are responsible for the breakdown in relations. Taiwan has responded by arguing that China’s actions, particularly its military activities around Taiwan and the imposition of the ‘One China’ policy, are the real causes of […]
New Taiwan Board Game Challenges Players to Defend Against ‘Chinese Invasion’
The new board game “2045” immerses players in a fictional scenario where they must navigate the challenges of war. Set 10 days before a Chinese invasion of Taiwan, players use colorful action cards and role-play characters to strategize and respond to various military operations. A new board game titled 2045, set to be released in […]
Taiwan’s Ko Charged with Bribery and Donor Fund Mismanagement
“Former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je Indicted Over Property Development and Campaign Finance Scandals” Taiwan’s former presidential candidate, Ko Wen-je, has been charged with bribery and misusing political donations. The charges stem from investigations into alleged corruption during his tenure as mayor of Taipei and his 2024 presidential campaign. Prosecutors indicted Ko on Thursday, following an […]
China vs. Taiwan: Key Facts Explained Simply
China views Taiwan as a breakaway province that will eventually be reunited with the mainland, potentially by force if necessary. Beijing has maintained that reunification is inevitable. However, Taiwan sees itself as a separate entity with its own constitution and democratically-elected government, asserting its independence from China. Despite the political differences, Taiwan and China share […]
Increased Chinese Military Activity Near Taiwan Raises Regional Tensions
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defence detected five Chinese military aircraft and six naval vessels near Taiwan, with one aircraft crossing the Taiwan Strait’s median line. This marks a continuation of increased Chinese activity, leading to Taiwanese preparedness drills. NATO’s Secretary General condemned China’s actions, labeling them as bullying. Taipei [Taiwan]: The Taiwanese Ministry of National […]