July 2021 - Taiwan Special Weapons News

Taiwan reports 12 new COVID-19 cases, zero deaths for 4th straight day CNA 31 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Saturday reported 12 new cases of COVID-19 -- 11 transmitted domestically and one contracted overseas -- and zero deaths from the disease for the fourth consecutive day, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
COVID-19 vaccine donated by Lithuania arrives in Taiwan CNA 31 Jul 2021 -- A total of 20,000 doses of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine donated by Lithuania arrived in Taiwan on Saturday morning, with the donation being seen by some as a symbol of closer ties between the two countries.
Taiwan reports 25 new COVID-19 cases, including a factory cluster CNA 30 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Friday reported 25 new cases of COVID-19 -- 21 transmitted domestically and four contracted overseas -- and zero deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Delta variant identified in seven more imported COVID-19 cases CNA 30 Jul 2021 -- The more infectious Delta variant of the coronavirus was recently identified in seven COVID-19 patients who entered Taiwan in July, a health official said Friday.
Last Taiwanese official in Hong Kong forced home CNA 30 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan's representative office in Hong Kong no longer has any Taiwanese officials as the last of them was forced home Friday afternoon due to the refusal of Hong Kong authorities to extend his visa.
DPP official slammed for "Taiwan independence" remarks People's Daily 30 Jul 2021 -- A mainland spokesperson on Friday lashed out at separatist forces seeking "Taiwan independence," saying such attempts will lead to a dead end.
DPP authority's collusion with external forces only brings disgrace: spokesperson People's Daily 30 Jul 2021 -- The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authority's collusion with Japanese and U.S. legislators to seek "Taiwan independence" will be proven futile and will only bring disgrace, a Chinese mainland spokesperson said Thursday.
Taiwan reports 18 new COVID-19 cases, zero deaths for 2nd straight day CNA 29 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Thursday reported 18 new COVID-19 cases -- 16 transmitted domestically and two contracted overseas -- and zero deaths from the disease for the second consecutive day, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Mainland vows to keep eye on, punish elements seeking "Taiwan independence" People's Daily 29 Jul 2021 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Wednesday said the mainland will keep an eye on the moves of those elements seeking "Taiwan independence" on the island and punish them in accordance with the law.
US warships' Taiwan Straits transit, S.China Sea drill futile to contain China: observers Global Times 29 Jul 2021 -- A series of provocative moves by the US including sending a warship through the Taiwan Straits and holding a separate exercise in the South China Sea on Wednesday amid US officials' tours to Asia are an attempt to contain China not only politically but also militarily, but the tactic won't succeed because the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) holds unrivaled advantages on its doorsteps, Chinese analysts said on Thursday.
PLA monitors US warship movement in Taiwan Straits, ready against provocations Global Times 29 Jul 2021 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Eastern Theater Command monitored a US warship when it sailed through the Taiwan Straits in yet another provocative move on Wednesday, the command's spokesperson revealed on Thursday.
U.S. Navy ship sails through Taiwan Strait, 7th time under Biden CNA 29 Jul 2021 -- A U.S. Navy destroyer transited the Taiwan Strait on Wednesday, the seventh time a U.S. battleship has navigated the waterway separating Taiwan and China since U.S. President Joe Biden assumed office in January.
Taiwan adds 18 new domestic COVID-19 cases; no deaths reported CNA 28 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Wednesday reported 20 new cases of COVID-19, all but two of which were domestic infections, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Lithuania's COVID-19 vaccine donation to be delivered July 31 CNA 28 Jul 2021 -- A donation of 20,000 doses of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines from Lithuania is scheduled to arrive in Taiwan on July 31, Taiwan's representative office in Latvia said Wednesday.
Appointments open in Taiwan for 2nd Moderna shots CNA 28 Jul 2021 -- People in Taiwan can now book an online appointment for their second dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, as the government resumed online appointments Tuesday, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said Wednesday.
Rollout of domestic COVID-19 vaccine likely by August: CECC CNA 28 Jul 2021 -- A domestic COVID-19 vaccine that has been included as an option on the government's online vaccination appointment system is expected to be available by August, Minister of Health and Welfare Chen Shih-chung (陳時中) said Wednesday.
7th Fleet Destroyer Transits Taiwan Strait US Navy 28 Jul 2021 -- The Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) conducted a routine Taiwan Strait transit July 28 (local time) through international waters in accordance with international law.
US Guided Missile Destroyer Benfold Transits Taiwan Strait Sputnik 28 Jul 2021 -- A US guided missile destroyer transited the Taiwan Strait in accordance with international law, the US 7th Fleet announced on Wednesday.
Taiwan seals deal with U.S. to buy MS-110 reconnaissance pods CNA 28 Jul 2021 -- The Ministry of National Defense (MND) announced Wednesday that Taiwan has signed a contract with the United States to purchase six sets of MS-110 airborne reconnaissance systems, which experts said would significantly boost long-range air reconnaissance capability.
U.S. official opposes unilateral changes in cross-Strait status quo CNA 28 Jul 2021 -- The United States' secretary of defense has reaffirmed Washington's commitment to help Taiwan defend itself against a potential Chinese invasion and its opposition to a "unilateral change" to the cross-Taiwan Strait status quo.
Separatist forces advocating "Taiwan independence" doomed to fail: spokesperson People's Daily 28 Jul 2021 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Wednesday said that the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authority and separatist forces seeking "Taiwan independence" are doomed to fail if they dare to provoke.
Taiwan Navy receives new locally-made stealth corvette CNA 27 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan's Navy took delivery of its second Tuo Chiang-class stealth multi-mission corvette, the Ta Chiang (PGG-619), on Tuesday, as part of an ongoing effort to beef up the capability of Taiwan's military to deter external threats.
DPP's "Taiwan independence" attempts doomed to fail: spokesperson People's Daily 27 Jul 2021 -- All attempts by Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authority to seek "Taiwan independence" are futile and doomed to fail, a Chinese mainland spokesperson said Monday.
DPP's sport-related tricks to seek "Taiwan independence" are futile: mainland spokesperson People's Daily 27 Jul 2021 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Monday warned the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authority in Taiwan against taking advantage of sports events to seek "Taiwan independence".
Taiwan records 17 new COVID-19 cases, receives new AZ vaccine delivery CNA 27 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Tuesday reported 17 new COVID-19 infections, and took delivery of 582,000 doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan open to providing local COVID vaccines to allies: MOFA CNA 27 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan is open to the possibility of providing its locally-developed COVID-19 vaccines to diplomatic allies, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said Tuesday.
Czech Republic pledges vaccines to Taiwan CNA 27 Jul 2021 -- The Czech Republic on Monday announced it will donate 30,000 COVID-19 vaccine jabs to Taiwan, which Taipei described as a reflection of the true friendship between the two countries.
Taiwan-purchased 582,000 AstraZeneca jabs arrive CNA 27 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Tuesday received a shipment of 582,000 doses of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine, the fourth batch delivered from the 10 million AZ jabs the government purchased from the manufacturer.
Taiwan reports zero COVID-19 deaths for 2nd consecutive day CNA 26 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan reported 11 new COVID-19 infections but no deaths from the disease on Monday, the second consecutive day nobody in the country was reported to have died of the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan's borders to remain closed to non-residents CNA 26 Jul 2021 -- Travelers who are not citizens or legal residents of Taiwan will still not be permitted to enter the country when the COVID-19 alert level is lowered on Tuesday, Health Minister Chen Shih-chung (陳時中) said Monday.
Caution urged as Taiwan adds dozen local COVID-19 cases, zero deaths CNA 25 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Sunday reported 13 new COVID-19 infections -- 12 transmitted domestically, one contracted overseas -- and zero deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan-made vaccine to be included in rollout, vaccine-mixing approved CNA 25 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) approved Sunday the inclusion of a locally developed COVID-19 vaccine in the country's rollout, as well as for people who receive the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine to get a mRNA vaccine for their second dose.
U.S. official pledges continued support for Taiwan amid China's deterrence CNA 24 Jul 2021 -- Acting Assistant Secretary of State for Legislative Affairs Naz Durakoğlu on Friday said the United States will continue to express support for Taiwan as China seeks to deter the island's international standing.
Taiwan reports 25 new COVID-19 cases, most infection sources known CNA 24 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Saturday reported 25 new COVID-19 infections -- 24 transmitted domestically and one contracted overseas -- and two deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan reports 24 new COVID-19 cases, to lower alert level CNA 23 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Friday reported 24 new COVID-19 infections -- 23 transmitted domestically and one contracted overseas -- and laid out updated disease control measures as it prepares to lower the nationwide Level 3 COVID-19 alert to Level 2 from July 27.
Taiwan to lower COVID-19 alert to Level 2, further ease restrictions CNA 23 Jul 2021 -- Government restrictions will be further relaxed to allow more social activity after the current COVID-19 alert is lowered to Level 2 on July 27, Health Minister Chen Shih-chung (陳時中) said Friday.
Border controls to remain despite lowering of COVID-19 alert CNA 23 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan will lower the nationwide COVID-19 alert to Level 2 on July 27 to ease local disease prevention measures, but will still maintain tight border controls, Health Minister Chen Shih-chung (陳時中) said during a press conference Friday.
Taiwan opens appointments for second COVID-19 vaccine jab CNA 23 Jul 2021 -- The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said Friday that anyone who has had their first COVID-19 vaccine jab can now make an appointment for a second shot provided that 10-12 weeks have passed since their first shot.
Taiwan to ease domestic travel rules as COVID numbers stabilize CNA 23 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan will loosen its travel restrictions to allow larger domestic tour groups, when the nationwide COVID-19 alert is lowered to Level 2 on July 27, the Tourism Bureau said Friday.
U.S. Senate committee passes defense bill with Taiwan provisions CNA 23 Jul 2021 -- The United States Senate Armed Services Committee on Thursday voted to advance the Fiscal Year 2022 (FY2022) National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which includes provisions aimed at strengthening the defense cooperation between the U.S. and Taiwan.
Taiwan reports 33 new COVID-19 cases, 30 domestic cases in the north CNA 22 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Thursday reported 33 new COVID-19 cases -- 30 transmitted domestically and three contracted overseas -- and four deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan reports first death from COVID-19 Delta variant CNA 22 Jul 2021 -- A 72-year-old woman in Pingtung County died Wednesday of the COVID-19 Delta variant, the first fatality in Taiwan caused by the highly contagious virus strain, the county government said Thursday.
Taiwan signs new deal to buy 36 million Moderna vaccines CNA 22 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan's government has signed a new contract to purchase 36 million doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, the Cabinet said Thursday.
Taiwan reports 25 new COVID-19 cases, latest on vaccine appointments CNA 21 Jul 2021 -- The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) on Wednesday said Taiwan recorded 25 new cases of COVID-19 and that 1.21 million people have made appointments to get their first COVID-19 vaccine shot between Friday and next Thursday.
Tzu Chi has signed contract to buy 5 million doses of BNT vaccine CNA 21 Jul 2021 -- Tzu Chi Foundation said Wednesday that it has signed a deal to purchase 5 million doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, which it noted will be donated to government authorities in charge of COVID-19 vaccination.
Taiwan to expand COVID vaccination program to 12-18 age group CNA 21 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan's government said Wednesday that its COVID-19 vaccination rollout will extend to young people aged 12-18 when it receives a pledged donation of 15 million Pfizer-BioNTech doses from three private entities.
Taiwan mulls mix-and-match trial with local COVID-19 vaccine CNA 21 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan is considering conducting a clinical trial that would test the viability of mixing a newly approved locally made COVID-19 vaccine with imported ones, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said Wednesday.
U.S. senators propose National Guard-Taiwan partnership program CNA 21 Jul 2021 -- A bipartisan group of 13 U.S. senators has introduced a resolution calling for the establishment of a partnership program between the U.S. National Guard and Taiwan's defense forces.
Taiwan reports 24 new COVID-19 cases, lowering of alert level 'likely' CNA 20 Jul 2021 -- The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) on Tuesday said that Taiwan recorded 24 new cases of COVID-19, and that if case numbers continue to be stable, it is "very likely" that the nationwide Level 3 alert will be lowered next week.
Taiwan to open representative office in Lithuania: foreign minister CNA 20 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan is opening a representative office in Lithuania to expand its relations with the Baltic state and other Central European countries, Taiwan's Foreign Minister Joseph Wu (吳釗燮) announced Tuesday in a virtual press conference.
'Taiwan representative office' shows 'malicious intent' of Lithuania that impacts foundation of China ties Global Times 20 Jul 2021 -- The island of Taiwan said Tuesday it has reached an agreement with Lithuania to establish a Taiwanese representative office" in its capital, Vilnius, a provocative move criticized by the international community, as Chinese experts said it's a violation of the one-China principle and could lead to changing formal ties between China and the Baltic country.
China slams Chinese Taipei's plan to open embassy in Lithuania Press TV 20 Jul 2021 -- China has slammed a plan by Chinese Taipei to open an embassy in Lithuania, urging Vilnius to respect Chinese sovereignty over the self-ruled island.
Hong Kong Bans Broadcaster From Saying 'Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen' Radio Free Asia 20 Jul 2021 -- Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK), a government department that enjoyed editorial independence before a draconian national security law banned criticism of the authorities in July 2020, has been ordered to stop referring to Taiwan president Tsai Ing-wen as president.
Taiwan reports 21 new COVID cases, restrictions to be lifted gradually CNA 19 Jul 2021 -- The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) on Monday said that Taiwan recorded 21 new cases of COVID-19, and that COVID-19 restrictions imposed under the Level 3 alert will be lifted gradually if the alert level is lowered next week.
Over 8.86 million people registered for COVID-19 vaccine CNA 19 Jul 2021 -- Nearly 8.87 million people in Taiwan aged 18 or over were registered to get a COVID-19 vaccine through the government's online vaccination appointment system by a Monday noon deadline for the third round of registration, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Peace in Taiwan Strait a global concern: Taiwan's foreign minister CNA 19 Jul 2021 -- Peace in the Taiwan Strait has become a global concern, rather than simply an issue between Taiwan and China, Taiwan's Foreign Minister Joseph Wu (吳釗燮) told a Spanish newspaper recently.
US military aircraft landing on Taiwan a provocation, must not become routine: experts Global Times 19 Jul 2021 -- Landing a civilian variant of military aircraft on the island of Taiwan is yet another "salami-slicing" provocation by the US, and it sent a wrong signal to Taiwan secessionists, Chinese mainland analysts said, after the US reportedly landed a civilian variant of a warplane on the island on Monday.
Taiwan adds 15 new domestic COVID-19 cases, but says trend stable CNA 18 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan reported 15 new domestic cases of COVID-19 and four deaths on Sunday, but the trend of lower case numbers appeared stable, with only a few cases having unknown sources of infection, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
CECC to mull lowering Level 3 alert after fall in COVID-19 cases CNA 17 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Saturday reported eight new domestic cases of COVID-19, the lowest case number recorded in a single day since a nationwide Level 3 alert was declared in mid-May, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan's first-dose vaccination rate at 20% CNA 17 Jul 2021 -- One in five people in Taiwan have now received at least one COVID-19 vaccine shot after the number of doses administered in one day hit a new high of 280,006 on Friday, Health Minister Chen Shih-chung (陳時中) said at a press conference Saturday.
Taiwan may allow mixing vaccines within three months CNA 17 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan may allow people to get one dose each of the AstraZeneca and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines in the coming months if studies show such an approach works, Health Minister Chen Shih-chung (陳時中) said Saturday.
Taipei sets new quarantine rule for contacts of COVID-19 patients CNA 17 Jul 2021 -- Taipei residents listed as contacts of people confirmed as having COVID-19 are now required to isolate themselves for 14 days at designated quarantine hotels, Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-che (柯文哲) announced at a press briefing Saturday.
KMT willing to help with COVID-19 vaccine procurement: KMT chairman CNA 17 Jul 2021 -- The main opposition Kuomintang (KMT) is more than willing to help procure more COVID-19 vaccines for Taiwan, even if it means having to discuss the issue with President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文), KMT Chairman Johnny Chiang (江啟臣) said Saturday.
Taiwan's army conducts live-fire drill to test combat readiness CNA 17 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan's Army has recently carried out a live-fire artillery drill at a training ground in Pingtung County to demonstrate the combat readiness and firepower of the armed forces.
COVID-19 trend moving in positive direction despite fluctuations CNA 16 Jul 2021 -- Despite fluctuating COVID-19 case numbers in Taiwan over the past few days, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) on Friday said the trend was still moving in a positive direction.
Taiwan reports 32 new COVID-19 cases, four deaths CNA 16 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Friday reported 32 new cases of COVID-19, all but three of which were domestic infections, as well as four deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Alpha variant dominant strain in Taiwan's COVID outbreak: CECC CNA 16 Jul 2021 -- The Alpha variant of the coronavirus has been the main strain found in most COVID-19 cluster infections and Taiwan's current outbreak since mid-May, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Arrivals from Myanmar to face stricter quarantine rules CNA 16 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan has added Myanmar to its list of high-risk COVID-19 countries, meaning that travelers arriving from there will be quarantined in government-designated quarantine facilities for 14 days.
Taiwan asks other APEC members for help on COVID-19 vaccines CNA 16 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Friday urged APEC members with large vaccine production capabilities to help Taiwan and other countries in the region meet urgent vaccine needs, according to Morris Chang (張忠謀), Taiwan's representative to this year's Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum.
Taiwan thanks Slovakia for pledging COVID-19 vaccine donation CNA 16 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) on Friday expressed gratitude to Slovakia after it pledged to donate 10,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses to Taiwan, the second European Union member state to do so after Lithuania.
Domestic COVID-19 cases drop to 14, lowest in 2 months CNA 15 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Thursday reported 18 new cases of COVID-19, including 14 domestic infections and four imported ones, as well as six deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan receives three COVID-19 vaccine shipments CNA 15 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Thursday took delivery of 560,000 doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine and 350,000 doses of the Moderna vaccine bought from the two manufacturers, as well as 970,000 doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine donated by Japan.
Taiwan receives three COVID-19 vaccine shipments CNA 15 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan has donated 200 oxygen concentrators for the treatment of severe COVID-19 cases to Indonesia, where daily cases since July have surged to over 20,000, Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said in a statement on Wednesday.
CECC plans to administer over 3 million AstraZeneca doses next 3 weeks CNA 15 Jul 2021 -- The 3.2 million people who have indicated their willingness to receive the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine will likely be able to receive their first dose in the next three weeks, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said Thursday.
Taiwan reports 18 new COVID-19 cases, six deaths CNA 15 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Thursday reported 18 new cases of COVID-19, all but four of which were domestic infections, as well as six deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
No comment from Taiwan, U.S. on U.S. military stopover in Taipei CNA 15 Jul 2021 -- Neither Taiwan nor the United States has commented on reports that a U.S. Air Force C-146A Wolfhound transport aircraft made a brief stopover in Taipei on Thursday morning.
US, DPP warned as military aircraft lands in Taipei Global Times 15 Jul 2021 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) can expel, fire warning shots or even shoot down foreign military aircraft that trespass upon China's airspace, Chinese military observers warned Thursday, after a second US air force plane landed on the island of Taiwan in less than two months, which also triggered stern responses from the Chinese Defense Ministry and the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council.
PLA will defeat any attempt toward "Taiwan independence":Defense Spokesperson PLA Daily 15 Jul 2021 -- "Any foreign military aircraft are forbidden to land on China's territory without the approval of the government of the People's Republic of China (PRC), and any unauthorized entry into China's territorial air space by foreign military vessels and aircraft will lead to serious consequences", said Senior Colonel Wu Qian, a spokesperson for China's Ministry of National Defense, in a written statement released Thursday on the official website of the ministry.
Chinese spy ship, U.S. destroyer detected near Taiwan: source CNA 14 Jul 2021 -- A Chinese spy ship and a United States Navy destroyer were detected in waters off eastern Taiwan early Wednesday, a military source told CNA.
Taiwan reports 27 new COVID-19 cases; adult daycare centers can open CNA 14 Jul 2021 -- The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) on Wednesday said Taiwan recorded 27 new cases of COVID-19 and six deaths from the disease, and announced that adult daycare centers are now allowed to reopen as long as certain COVID-19 prevention measures are taken.
4 KMT counties aim to buy 5 million doses of Pfizer-BNT vaccine CNA 14 Jul 2021 -- The main opposition Kuomintang (KMT) is joining with four counties governed by the party to have licensed drug companies apply to purchase 5 million doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech (BNT) COVID-19 vaccine, KMT Chairman Johnny Chiang (江啟臣) said Wednesday.
Government not considering new Pfizer-BNT COVID-19 purchase plan CNA 14 Jul 2021 -- The government will approve no further plans to purchase additional doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech (BNT) COVID-19 vaccine on a case-by-case basis, given that Taiwan will likely take delivery of 15 million doses of the vaccine in the near future, enough to inoculate Taiwanese until late this year or early next year, Cabinet spokesman Lo Ping-cheng (羅秉成) said Wednesday.
Taiwan reports 28 domestic COVID-19 cases in 4 cities, 1 county CNA 13 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Tuesday reported 29 new cases of COVID-19, including 28 domestic cases identified in northern and central Taiwan, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
COVID-19 vaccine platform open for all adults CNA 13 Jul 2021 -- All Taiwanese nationals and residents born in or before 2003 can now use the nationwide COVID-19 vaccine appointment system to choose the brand of vaccine they wish to take and where they want to take it, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said on Tuesday.
End-of-quarantine tests help keep virus from spreading: CECC CNA 13 Jul 2021 -- The policy of giving people in quarantine a COVID-19 test at the end of their isolation period has helped contain the spread of the virus, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said Tuesday.
Japan to donate more COVID-19 vaccines to Taiwan this week CNA 13 Jul 2021 -- Japan will make a third COVID-19 vaccine donation to Taiwan of 1 million AstraZeneca doses on July 15, Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi said on Tuesday.
Report highlights threat of ransomware attacks on government agencies CNA 13 Jul 2021 -- An annual report by the Cabinet has found that the number of information security incidents involving Taiwan government agencies decreased last year, but warned that the widespread threat of ransomware attacks requires additional response measures to limit their duration and severity.
Japan defense paper mentions importance of Taiwan peace for first time CNA 13 Jul 2021 -- Japan for the first time mentioned the importance of maintaining stability around Taiwan in its annual defense report released Tuesday as Taiwanese scholars said the move shows Tokyo is now taking a clearer stance over the Taiwan issue.
Japan would 'lose badly' if it defends Taiwan secessionists Global Times 13 Jul 2021 -- Japan is continuing to provoke China on the Taiwan question as its annual defense white paper released on Tuesday mentioned Taiwan stability for the first time.
Taiwan reports 24 new COVID-19 cases, Rt value under 1 for 3 weeks CNA 12 Jul 2021 -- The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said Monday that Taiwan recorded 24 new cases of COVID-19, and that the number of people each patient infects on average has been fewer than one for the past three weeks.
Taiwan could receive Pfizer-BNT vaccine in September CNA 12 Jul 2021 -- Two Taiwanese tech firms that have purchased a combined 10 million doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech (BNT) COVID-19 vaccine for the people said on Monday that the first shipment could arrive as early as the end of September, while the Cabinet announced that Taiwan is planning to purchase more doses of the Moderna vaccine.
Health workers, cabin crew to get priority for 2nd Moderna shot CNA 12 Jul 2021 -- Health workers, cabin crew and pregnant women will be able to receive a second dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine within the recommended 28-day period, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said Monday.
Over 2.84 million people registered to get COVID-19 vaccine CNA 12 Jul 2021 -- More than 2.84 million people in Taiwan had expressed their desire to get vaccinated against COVID-19 by Monday's 5 p.m. deadline, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan reports 31 new COVID-19 cases, 'relatively low' number CNA 11 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Sunday reported 31 new cases of COVID-19, all but three of which were domestic infections, as well as four deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan's COVID-19 vaccination rate edges past 14% CNA 11 Jul 2021 -- The COVID-19 vaccination rate in Taiwan has now reached just over 14 percent, with 3.482 million people having received at least one shot, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said Sunday.
Taiwan adds 33 new COVID-19 cases; Taipei, Pingtung clusters 'contained' CNA 10 Jul 2021 -- The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) on Saturday reported 33 new cases of COVID-19, including 31 domestic infections in the north of the country, but said the recent infection clusters in Taipei and Pingtung had been brought under control.
Advanced respirators delivered to hospitals for severe COVID cases CNA 10 Jul 2021 -- A total of 550 new high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) machines, an oxygen supply system used in hospitals, have been delivered to 97 hospitals across Taiwan to enable them to treat patients with severe COVID-19 symptoms more effectively, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said on Friday.
Tzu Chi signs deal to procure Pfizer vaccines for Taiwan CNA 10 Jul 2021 -- Tzu Chi Foundation said Saturday it has signed an agreement with the government to represent Taiwan in negotiations to purchase up to 5 million doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine.
Tzu Chi signs deal to procure Pfizer vaccines for Taiwan CNA 10 Jul 2021 -- Tzu Chi Foundation said Saturday it has signed an agreement with the government to represent Taiwan in negotiations to purchase up to 5 million doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine.
Some local governments backtrack on on-site dining decisions CNA 10 Jul 2021 -- Several cities and counties in central and southern Taiwan decided Saturday to retain their bans on on-site dining, backtracking on their announcements the previous day to adopt the central government's guidelines on the resumption of such services from July 13.
Japanese FM vaguely responds to question about Japan's position on the island of Taiwan Global Times 09 Jul 2021 -- Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a reply to the Global Times on Thursday that they have no comments on the Japanese Deputy Prime Minister Taro Aso's wrong remarks on the island of Taiwan, but said it is "expected the parties concerned to peacefully resolve [the issue] through direct dialogue, which is the government's position from the past to the present."
Taiwan reports 32 domestic COVID-19 cases; all in the north CNA 09 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Friday reported 36 new cases of COVID-19, all but four of which were domestic infections, as well as 12 deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Genome sequencing finds 3 COVID-19 variants in Taiwan CNA 09 Jul 2021 -- Genome sequencing conducted by the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) has identified three variants of the COVID-19 virus imported into Taiwan, officials said Friday.
Over 3 million people in Taiwan receive at least one COVID-19 shot CNA 09 Jul 2021 -- The number of people, who have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine in Taiwan, has passed 3 million, according to data released by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Friday.
Taiwan reports 18 new domestic COVID-19 cases, all in Greater Taipei CNA 08 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Thursday reported 18 new domestic cases and three imported cases of COVID-19 as well as three deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan extends Level 3 COVID alert to July 26, will ease some restrictions CNA 08 Jul 2021 -- The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said Thursday the nationwide Level 3 COVID-19 alert will be extended to July 26, but some regulations will be relaxed next week to allow more social activities.
Taiwan receives 2nd donation of COVID-19 vaccines from Japan CNA 08 Jul 2021 -- A shipment of 1.13 million AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine doses were delivered to Taiwan on Thursday as a donation from Japan, its second in recent weeks.
CORONAVIRUS/Taiwan's new guidelines under extended Level 3 alert CNA 08 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan will ease some of its COVID-19 restrictions, starting July 13, to allow for more daily and social activities, such as onsite dining and sports, even though the nationwide Level 3 COVID-19 alert will be extended at least until July 26, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
U.S. warns against using force to change status quo across Taiwan Strait CNA 08 Jul 2021 -- The U.S. State Department on Wednesday reiterated that the use of force by any party to change the status quo across the Taiwan Strait will be a "profound mistake."
Taiwan reports 40 new COVID-19 cases, sees flat trend CNA 07 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Wednesday reported 39 new domestic cases and one imported case of COVID-19 as the outbreak continues to follow a stable trend, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan receives another batch of 626,000 AZ vaccine doses CNA 07 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Wednesday took delivery of another shipment of AstraZeneca (AZ) brand vaccine it bought from the British pharmaceutical company, this time containing 626,000 doses.
Taoyuan military hospital cluster grows to 45 cases CNA 07 Jul 2021 -- Taoyuan recorded 11 domestic COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, five of which are considered part of a cluster infection linked to Taoyuan Armed Forces General Hospital, increasing the number of cases connected to the cluster to 45, the city government announced that day.
Taiwan's new batch of Moderna vaccines ready for distribution: FDA CNA 07 Jul 2021 -- Some 410,000 doses of Moderna COVID-19 vaccine that Taiwan received recently from the American manufacturer have been inspected and are ready for distribution, Taiwan's Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said Wednesday.
Pentagon sidesteps Japan official's call to 'defend' Taiwan CNA 07 Jul 2021 -- The Pentagon on Tuesday reiterated its Taiwan policy but stopped short of openly backing the Japanese deputy prime minister's call made earlier this week for Japan and the United States to defend Taiwan if it is invaded by China.
Taiwan, Czech think tanks ink MOU on defense research cooperation CNA 07 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan's Institute for National Defense Security Research (INDSR) said Wednesday it has signed a memorandum of understanding with a Czech think tank to strengthen exchanges and cooperation on research in the areas of security and national defense.
Pursuit of Taiwan independence will 'lead nowhere': KMT chair CNA 07 Jul 2021 -- Johnny Chiang (江啟臣), chairman of Taiwan's main opposition Kuomintang (KMT), said Wednesday it is not feasible for Taiwan to seek independence, as it would be a futile effort.
Taiwan reports 29 new COVID-19 cases, 1 more in Delta cluster CNA 06 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Tuesday reported 29 new cases of COVID-19, including one new infection in a cluster caused by the Delta variant of the virus in Pingtung County, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Japan to donate another 1.13 million COVID vaccines to Taiwan CNA 06 Jul 2021 -- Japan will make a second COVID-19 vaccine donation to Taiwan of 1.13 million AstraZeneca shots on July 8, Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi said Tuesday.
Taiwan mulling wider vaccination when new AstraZenca shipments arrive CNA 06 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan's Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said Tuesday it hopes to expand its COVID-19 vaccination program after a total 1.75 million AstraZeneca doses arrive in two shipments this week.
Taiwan military to produce anti-tank rounds for new armored vehicle CNA 06 Jul 2021 -- A military munitions factory has won a contract to produce anti-tank rounds for the new variant of Taiwan's locally-developed armored vehicles called the Cloud Leopard, which will be mounted with 105mm mortars.
Japanese politicians slammed over 'wrong and dangerous' remarks on Taiwan, urged to learn lesson from history Global Times 06 Jul 2021 -- Japanese Deputy Prime Minister Taro Aso, who recently said Japan would defend the island of Taiwan together with the US if a war erupts cross the Taiwan Straits, was slammed by the Chinese Foreign Ministry as wrong and dangerous, with experts saying that the politician's political manipulation looks pale in the face of national strength.
Tokyo, Washington Should Protect Taiwan Against 'Existential Threat', Japanese Deputy PM Says Sputnik 06 Jul 2021 -- Beijing considers Taiwan an integral part of China and has threatened to take action against both its "separatist" politicians and their foreign supporters.
Taiwan reports 31 new COVID-19 cases, Delta cluster grows to 16 cases CNA 05 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Monday reported 31 new cases of COVID-19, including one new case in a cluster infection caused by the Delta variant of the virus in Pingtung County, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
No decision yet on lifting Level 3 COVID alert, but changes possible CNA 05 Jul 2021 -- A final decision on whether to lift Taiwan's Level 3 COVID-19 alert, set to end on July 12, has yet to be made but plans are being made to adjust some existing restrictions, Health Minister Chen Shih-chung (陳時中) said Monday.
Taiwan to extend interval for Moderna vaccine shots past 28 days CNA 05 Jul 2021 -- Health and Welfare Minister Chen Shih-chung (陳時中) said Monday that people in Taiwan will not receive their second dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine within the recommended 28-day period because the country has limited supplies and is focusing on expanding its vaccination coverage as wide as possible.
Next AstraZeneca vaccine shipment to arrive soon: health minister CNA 05 Jul 2021 -- Health Minister Chen Shih-chung (陳時中) on Monday refused to provide any specifics on when the next shipment of AstraZeneca (AZ) brand vaccine doses will arrive in Taiwan, but said it should happen soon.
Japan to unveil specifics of 2nd donation of COVID-19 vaccines to Taiwan CNA 05 Jul 2021 -- Japan will confirm in the next two days the number of additional COVID-19 vaccine doses it will donate to Taiwan later this month and when they will be delivered, Taiwan's representative to Japan Frank Hsieh (謝長廷) said Monday.
Taiwan reports 39 new COVID-19 cases, pushing total case numbers past 15,000 CNA 04 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan reported 39 new COVID-19 cases on Sunday, the lowest number recorded since May 14, pushing the total number of cases reported in the country past 15,000, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taoyuan reports 3 local COVID-19 cases, 2 linked to hospital cluster CNA 04 Jul 2021 -- Taoyuan on Sunday reported three new domestic COVID-19 cases, including two linked to a cluster at Taoyuan Armed Forces General Hospital in northern Taiwan.
CECC reiterates need for strict disease controls in markets CNA 04 Jul 2021 -- Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) head Chen Shih-chung (陳時中) on Sunday once again reiterated the importance of following COVID-19 control measures currently in place at local markets, in the wake of a recent increase in foot traffic increasing the risk of disease transmission.
Taiwan's defense strategy guidelines remain unchanged: MND CNA 04 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan's military strategy guidelines remain "solid defense with multi-layered deterrence," the Ministry of National Defense (MND) said Sunday.
Independence cannot be decided by Taiwanese alone: DPP heavyweight CNA 04 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan has to face the reality that the decision on whether to officially declare independence cannot be made by Taiwanese alone given the possible reaction of China and United States opposition, ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) heavyweight Chiou I-jen (邱義仁) said Sunday.
Taiwan adds 80 new COVID-19 cases, driven by Taipei market cluster CNA 03 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Saturday reported 80 new cases of COVID-19, as well as 10 deaths from the disease, and continued to battle a cluster of infections at wholesale markets in Taipei, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taipei hospital sends team to Wanhua market to do COVID-19 testing CNA 03 Jul 2021 -- A medical team from Taipei Veterans General Hospital has been deployed to the First Fruit & Vegetable Wholesale Market in Wanhua District to assist Taipei with its large-scale COVID-19 testing on Saturday.
Record 184,000 COVID vaccine shots administered in a day CNA 03 Jul 2021 -- Over 184,000 people received a COVID-19 vaccine shot on Friday, the highest number in a single day since Taiwan rolled out its vaccination program in March, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan reports 58 new cases, outbreak in Taipei market CNA 02 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan on Friday reported 58 new cases of COVID-19, falling under 100 for the eighth straight day, but 15 more people died of the disease and other cases discovered at a Taipei wholesale market created some uncertainty over the outbreak's path.
Taipei reports 41 COVID-19 cases at Huannan Market in Wanhua district CNA 02 Jul 2021 -- The Huannan Market in Taipei's Wanhua District is undergoing a large-scale disinfection of its premises after 41 vendors there tested positive for COVID-19, the city's Market Administration Office said on Friday.
KMT local governments seeking permission to procure COVID vaccines CNA 02 Jul 2021 -- The chairman of Taiwan's main opposition Kuomintang (KMT) and four KMT local government heads sent a joint letter to President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) Friday, asking for permission to purchase COVID-19 vaccines.
U.S. urges 'peaceful resolution' of cross-strait issues CNA 02 Jul 2021 -- The United States on Thursday reiterated its support for a "peaceful resolution" of cross-strait issues after Chinese President Xi Jinping (習近平) vowed to crush any Taiwan independence attempts as well as forces meddling with its unification goal.
Taiwan reports 50 new COVID-19 cases, link in Delta cases confirmed CNA 01 Jul 2021 -- The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said Thursday that Taiwan recorded 50 new cases of COVID-19, and the infection source of two patients infected with the Delta variant of the virus in Pingtung County has been confirmed.
Taiwan to test all travelers for COVID-19 on arrival CNA 01 Jul 2021 -- Starting Friday, Taiwan will administer COVID-19 PCR tests to all arriving travelers, and will require them to test negative two more times before the end of their quarantine, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Government, Tzu Chi reach consensus on BNT vaccine purchase CNA 01 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan's government has assembled a task force to facilitate Tzu Chi Foundation's proposed procurement of Pfizer-BioNTech (BNT) COVID-19 vaccines, following a meeting earlier in the week between representatives of the two sides, a Cabinet spokesman said Thursday.
Taiwan admonishes Beijing after China's Xi pledges reunification CNA 01 Jul 2021 -- Taiwan's top government agency handling relations with China on Thursday admonished the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) after its leader Xi Jinping (習近平) pledged to reunify with Taiwan, during an event to celebrate the centenary of the CCP.
Xi tackles Taiwan question, shows steel-like determination and confidence in reunification Global Times 01 Jul 2021 -- Prolonged applause rose in Beijing's Tiananmen Square after General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee Xi Jinping expressed steel-like determination and confidence in reunification, as part of his speech at a grand ceremony to mark the centennial of the Party.
U.S. senators urge gov't to lay groundwork for FTA with Taiwan CNA 01 Jul 2021 -- Forty-two United States senators across party-lines have urged U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai to lay the groundwork for negotiating a free trade agreement (FTA) with Taiwan.

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