October 2021 - Taiwan Special Weapons News

Taiwan reports 6 new COVID-19 cases, no deaths CNA 31 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan reported six new COVID-19 cases on Sunday, all contracted overseas, and no deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
U.S. donates 1.5 million more COVID-19 vaccine doses to Taiwan CNA 31 Oct 2021 -- An additional 1.5 million Moderna COVID-19 vaccine doses donated by the United States will arrive in Taiwan on Monday, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) has announced.
One-China principle allows no provocation: Chinese FM People's Daily 31 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan has no other international legal status than being part of China, Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi said.
European MPs Meet with Taiwan Envoy Despite China Risks VOA 31 Oct 2021 -- As Taiwan's Foreign Affairs Minister Joseph Wu made an unprecedented trip to Brussels on Friday, it remained unclear whether Europe will face repercussions from China for displaying closer ties with the self-ruled East Asian island claimed by China.
Taiwan reports 7 new COVID-19 cases, no deaths CNA 30 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan reported seven new COVID-19 cases on Saturday, all contracted overseas, and no deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
KMT vows to 'defend Taiwan, protect democracy, fight for future' CNA 30 Oct 2021 -- The Kuomintang (KMT) is determined to defend democracy and the Republic of China -- the formal name of Taiwan -- under the party's new policy platform, which opposes Beijing's proposal of "one country, two systems," said party chairman Eric Chu (朱立倫) Saturday.
Taiwan has no future other than reunification with mainland, no intl status other than being part of China: FM Wang Yi Global Times 30 Oct 2021 -- The island of Taiwan has no future other than reunification with the Chinese mainland, and it has no international legal status other than being part of China, Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi said in response to US calling for "meaningful participation" of Taiwan in the UN.
Taiwan's DPP authority slammed for lies, deception People's Daily 30 Oct 2021 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Friday slammed the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authority in Taiwan for misleading people of the island and deceiving the international community.
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Wang Wenbin's Remarks on Joint Letter by Presidents of Two EU Institutions on Taiwan-Related Issue Concerning Lithuania in Response to Letter by Some European Legislators PRC MofA 30 Oct 2021 -- "The one-China principle is a universal consensus of the international community and the political foundation for the development of relations between China and all countries having diplomatic ties with it. We firmly oppose the plots of Taiwan authorities to create "two Chinas" and "one China, one Taiwan" in the world."
China warns Lithuania not to make wrong decisions on having official ties with Taipei Press TV 30 Oct 2021 -- China has warned Lithuania to avoid disrupting its relations with Beijing through "irreversible wrong decisions" by the Baltic country and the Chinese Taipei (Taiwan) to open reciprocal representative offices.
Taiwan wants investment deal, foreign minister tells EU Radio Free Asia 29 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan's foreign minister Friday called on the European Union to strengthen business ties with the democratic island through a bilateral investment agreement.
Taiwan reports 5 new COVID-19 cases, no deaths CNA 29 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan on Friday reported five new COVID-19 cases, all contracted overseas, and no deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan reports first case of 'Delta plus' CNA 29 Oct 2021 -- The first imported case of the COVID-19 sub-variant dubbed "Delta plus" has been recorded in Taiwan, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) announced Friday.
More Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines arrive in Taiwan CNA 29 Oct 2021 -- A new shipment of Pfizer-BioNTech (BNT) COVID-19 vaccines arrived at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport early Friday morning, the 10th delivery Taiwan has received.
Taiwan eases more restrictions on mask wearing CNA 29 Oct 2021 -- The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) on Friday further eased mask-wearing requirements imposed to combat COVID-19, but with certain preconditions.
New vaccination round to offer second Pfizer-BioNTech jab CNA 29 Oct 2021 -- People who have gotten a Pfizer-BioNTech (BNT) COVID-19 vaccine shot will be able to get a second jab in the next round of vaccinations starting Nov. 5, six weeks after the brand was first administered in Taiwan.
Taiwan's fiscal revenue could be used to improve livelihoods after reunification: Taiwan Affairs Office Global Times 30 Oct 2021 -- A senior official from the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council said on Friday that after reunification, Taiwan's peace and tranquility will be fully guaranteed and its economic development will be enhanced.
America is 'deepening' its ties with Chinese Taipei: US diplomat Press TV 29 Oct 2021 -- A top US diplomat has said the United States is "deepening" its ties with Chinese Taipei, despite China's warning to Washington against interfering in Taipei's affairs.
Defying China, US signals military assistance to Taipei Press TV 29 Oct 2021 -- The United States says it is committed to assisting Chinese Taipei to defend itself in the face of a potential Chinese attack, in a move which China views a blatant instance of interference in its internal affairs.
'Think Twice': Taiwanese Foreign Minister Warns Countries About Being Too Dependent On China RFE/RL 29 Oct 2021 -- For countries in Europe and around the world that find themselves increasingly tied to China economically and politically, Taiwanese Foreign Minister Joseph Wu has a simple warning: "They should think twice."
US Reaffirms Taiwan Commitment VOA 29 Oct 2021 -- The top U.S. diplomat to Taiwan said Friday the United States has a commitment to help the self-ruled island provide for its self-defense as tensions intensify between Taiwan and mainland China.
As Lithuania faces China intimidation, EU leaders vow to push back CNA 29 Oct 2021 -- Senior EU leaders have described a punitive Chinese campaign against Lithuania as unjustified, stating that a proposed Vilnius Taiwan representative office does not breach the bloc's One China policy.
In debut press event, U.S. envoy reaffirms commitment to Taiwan CNA 29 Oct 2021 -- The de facto American ambassador to Taiwan has reaffirmed Washington's commitment to help Taipei defend itself, but offered few details on hot button bilateral issues in her first press conference since assuming office this summer.
Secessionist's distorted claims a cover-up for plotting independence: Taiwan Affairs Office Global Times 29 Oct 2021 -- The Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council on Friday responded to accusations made by secessionist Chiu Tai-san in the island of Taiwan, saying it was another attempt to sell the "two country" theory and confuse black with white, with the aim of deceiving the Taiwan people and misleading the international community.
Chinese PLA on high alert to safeguard national sovereignty: military spokesperson People's Daily 29 Oct 2021 -- The Chinese military is fully committed to its missions and responsibilities and remains on high alert to safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity, a military spokesperson said Thursday.
Tsai's CNN interview exposes her stubborn "Taiwan independence" effort: mainland spokesperson People's Daily 29 Oct 2021 -- A recent interview with Tsai Ing-wen has once again exposed her and the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authority's bigotry in seeking "Taiwan independence," a mainland spokesperson said Thursday.
Taiwan's DPP authority slammed for lies, deception People's Daily 29 Oct 2021 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Friday slammed the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authority in Taiwan for misleading people of the island and deceiving the international community.
China's NPC opposes Czech senate's invitation to Taiwan official People's Daily 29 Oct 2021 -- The National People's Congress (NPC), China's top legislature, on Thursday said it firmly opposes the Senate of the Parliament of the Czech Republic inviting the head of the foreign affairs department of the Taiwan authorities to visit the country.
Taiwan reports six new COVID-19 cases, zero deaths CNA 28 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan on Thursday reported six new COVID-19 cases, all contracted overseas, and zero deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Level 2 COVID-19 alert to be extended until Nov. 15 CNA 28 Oct 2021 -- With the domestic COVID-19 pandemic situation currently stable, Taiwan will further relax its mask mandate, eating and drinking rules and limits for gatherings from Nov. 2 while extending the current COVID-19 Level 2 alert to Nov. 15, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said Thursday.
Taiwan receives 9th batch of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine CNA 28 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan received on Thursday 902,100 doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, the ninth shipment it has taken delivery of so far.
Tsai confirms U.S. troop presence, expresses faith in Biden defense vow CNA 28 Oct 2021 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) confirmed for the first time the presence of U.S. military personnel in Taiwan, during an interview with CNN released Thursday.
Chinese Taipei confirms presence of US troops Press TV 28 Oct 2021 -- Chinese Taipei's president Tsai Ing-wen has confirmed that a small number of American forces are stationed in the self-ruled island to purportedly train soldiers.
Taiwan's president confirms US military presence, expects support in case of war Radio Free Asia 28 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan president Tsai Ing-wen has confirmed that U.S. military personnel are currently on the democratic island as part of "military exchanges," as she said the country's 23 million residents wouldn't "bow to pressure" in the face of the growing military threat from China.
Tsai confirms US military presence in Taiwan, 'to face consequences for breaking red line' Global Times 28 Oct 2021 -- In a recent interview with CNN published on Thursday, Taiwan's regional leader Tsai Ing-wen confirmed for the first time that US troops are present on the island.
Tsai shows off US military presence in Taiwan,'will be punished evetually' Global Times 28 Oct 2021 -- In a recent interview with CNN published on Thursday, Taiwan's regional leader Tsai Ing-wen confirmed for the first time that US troops are present on the island for "training purposes." Experts said that this provocative announcement is for Taiwan secessionists to show off that they have got "protection" from the US, but in fact, there is no chance for them to escape punishment.
Redline: US troops must not station in Taiwan: Global Times editorial Global Times 28 Oct 2021 -- In an interview with CNN, the leader of the Taiwan region, Tsai Ing-wen, admitted the presence of US military trainers on the island for the first time. She claimed that US military personnel in Taiwan are "not as many as people thought," while emphasizing that the island has "a wide range of cooperation with the US aiming at increasing our defense capability."
Taiwan Coast Guard takes delivery of third missile corvette CNA 28 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan's Coast Guard Administration (CGA) on Thursday took delivery of its third Anping-class missile corvette, the Tamsui (淡水艦), in a ceremony held in Kaohsiung on Thursday.
Containing "Taiwan independence" precondition of ensuring peace across Strait: spokesperson People's Daily 28 Oct 2021 -- Only when the provocative moves seeking "Taiwan independence" are curbed can the peace across the Taiwan Strait be guaranteed and the cross-Strait relations return to the right track, a Chinese mainland spokesperson said on Wednesday.
Commentary: One-China principle non-negotiable People's Daily 28 Oct 2021 -- Washington has recently been seeking every possible opportunity to blatantly challenge the one-China principle. The latest political stunt is shouting support for the Taiwan region's participation in the United Nations (UN) system.
Commentary: Washington should stop playing with fire on Taiwan People's Daily 28 Oct 2021 -- U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken's clamor for Taiwan's "robust, meaningful participation throughout the United Nations system has once again crossed China's red line over the Taiwan question.
US ties with Taiwan region harm China-US military relations: Defense Spokesperson PLA Daily 28 Oct 2021 -- "China strongly opposes any official contacts and military ties between the US and China's Taiwan region. Any attempt to obstruct national reunification and rejuvenation by slavishly soliciting and depending on foreign support is doomed to fail," said a Chinese defense spokesperson at a regular press conference on Thursday.
Taiwan reports 8 new COVID-19 cases, zero deaths CNA 27 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan on Wednesday reported eight new COVID-19 cases, all contracted overseas, but no deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Sixth batch of Japan-donated COVID-19 vaccine doses arrive in Taiwan CNA 27 Oct 2021 -- A sixth shipment of COVID-19 vaccines donated by Japan to Taiwan, consisting of 300,000 doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine, arrived in Taiwan on Wednesday.
China's Xi looks to allies at UN as global support grows for Taiwan Radio Free Asia 27 Oct 2021 -- Ruling Chinese Communist Party (CCP) leader Xi Jinping has called for reform at the United Nations amid signs that Washington is increasingly keen to stand up for democratic Taiwan, which lost its place in the U.N. on Oct. 25, 1971, to be replaced by the People's Republic of China.
Taipei thanks Blinken for backing Taiwan's participation in U.N. CNA 27 Oct 2021 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) on Tuesday thanked United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken for voicing support for Taiwan's participation in the United Nations system.
US risks jeopardizing improving ties with China with Blinken's Taiwan remarks Global Times 27 Oct 2021 -- The US is burying the possibility of easing China-US tensions and even escalating tensions due to US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's remarks on support for the island of Taiwan's involvement in the UN. Although the US attempt will fail eventually, China still needs to take tougher action, especially military ones, to further warn the US about how dangerous it could be if it continues to challenge China's bottom-line on the Taiwan question, experts said.
Some people from Czech Republic will suffer consequences if they don't change: Chinese FM said on Taiwan DPP official's visit Global Times 27 Oct 2021 -- China will make legitimate and necessary response to Czech Republic's invitation of Taiwan's leader of external affairs for a visit, and urges them to make changes otherwise they will suffer the consequences, Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday.
'Quasi-war-like situation' claims made by Taiwan authorities only reveal hypocrisy of the DPP in creating confrontation across Straits Global Times 27 Oct 2021 -- Is there a "quasi-war-like situation" in the Taiwan Straits as Taiwan authorities claimed? The Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council responded on Wednesday that the claim only reveals hypocrisy of the DPP in creating confrontation across the Straits.
Chinese Embassy in US refutes US' support for Taiwan's involvement in UN Global Times 27 Oct 2021 -- China resolutely refutes US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's remarks calling on support for the island of Taiwan's involvement in the United Nations (UN), spokesperson of the Chinese Embassy in the US said on Wednesday, pointing out that the question is not one of values, but one of politics, and that the US' support for Taiwan secessionists in "seeking international space" is the biggest threat to the peace and stability across the Taiwan Straits.
Future of Taiwan lies in China's complete reunification: spokesperson People's Daily 27 Oct 2021 -- It is an ironclad fact that the future of Taiwan lies in the complete reunification of China, a Chinese mainland spokesperson said Wednesday.
FM spokesperson slams DPP official's overseas visit for touting "Taiwan independence" People's Daily 27 Oct 2021 -- A foreign ministry spokesperson on Tuesday lashed out at the visit to Europe by Joseph Wu, an official with Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authority, saying that any attempt to seek "Taiwan independence" by brownnosing foreign forces is doomed to fail.
Japan pledges donation of more COVID-19 vaccines to Taiwan CNA 26 Oct 2021 -- The Japanese government on Tuesday pledged to donate another 300,000 COVID-19 vaccines to Taiwan, which would bring the total doses it has donated to date to 4.2 million.
New U.S. vaccine requirements leave Taiwan's Medigen out CNA 26 Oct 2021 -- The United States will soon require all non-U.S. nationals to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before boarding a flight to the U.S., but those who got the Taiwan-developed Medigen vaccine could be left behind because it is not among the list of accepted vaccines.
Taiwan reports four new COVID-19 cases, zero deaths CNA 26 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan on Tuesday reported four new COVID-19 cases, all contracted overseas, as well as zero deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine eligibility expanded for latest round CNA 26 Oct 2021 -- The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) on Tuesday expanded eligibility for the latest round of COVID-19 vaccinations, allowing more people to get their first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine and their second dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine.
Taiwan FM emphasizes democracy, trust in Slovakia speech CNA 26 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan's Foreign Minister Joseph Wu (吳釗燮) called on like-minded countries to create a "democratic supply chain" for the post-pandemic era, during a visit to Slovakia Tuesday.
Supporting Taiwan's Participation in the UN System US Dept. of State 26 Oct 2021 -- "Taiwan has become a democratic success story. Its model supports transparency, respect for human rights, and the rule of law – values that align with those of the United Nations (UN)."
US Calls for Renewed Taiwan Participation at UN VOA 26 Oct 2021 -- U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Tuesday urged member states of the United Nations to support Taiwan's "robust" participation in U.N. agencies.
China firmly opposes discussions about Taiwan's participation in UN activities People's Daily 26 Oct 2021 -- China firmly opposes discussions about Taiwan's participation in United Nations (UN) activities, a spokesperson of the Chinese Embassy in the United States said here on Monday.
Taiwan reports 8 new COVID-19 cases, one death CNA 25 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan on Monday reported eight new COVID-19 cases, all but two of them contracted overseas, and one death from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
60% full vaccination needed to lift border controls: Taiwan official CNA 25 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan can only afford to consider loosening its border restrictions once 70 percent of the population has received at least one COVID-19 vaccine shot and over 60 percent are fully vaccinated, Health and Welfare Minister Chen Shih-chung (陳時中) said Monday.
Level 2 COVID-19 alert to remain in place past Nov. 2: Minister CNA 25 Oct 2021 -- The current Level 2 COVID-19 alert, which is set to expire on Nov. 1, will be extended, Health and Welfare Minister Chen Shih-chung (陳時中) said Monday.
Taiwan's foreign minister departs for rare European trip CNA 25 Oct 2021 -- Foreign Minister Joseph Wu (吳釗燮) departed Taiwan late Sunday to visit the Slovak Republic and Czech Republic in a rare public trip to countries with which Taiwan has no official diplomatic relations.
'One-China principle' only route for Taiwan island to attend international events Global Times 25 Oct 2021 -- As the Chinese mainland celebrated on Mondaythe 50th anniversary of the restoration of the People's Republic of China's (PRC's) lawful seat in the United Nations (UN), Taiwan secessionist authorities and the US have used the occasion to hype the topic of "seeking international space" for the island of Taiwan to challenge the widely recognized "one-China principle" and provoke the PRC on the issue of sovereignty.
China urges US to stop sending wrong signals to 'Taiwan independence' forces Press TV 25 Oct 2021 -- China has urged the United States to stop sending wrong signals in any form to the so-called "independence" forces of the Chinese Taipei after Washington said it attempts to enable the self-ruled island to take part meaningfully at the United Nations.
PLA conducts 1st underwater port demolition test providing data for future combat Global Times 25 Oct 2021 -- In the first of its kind in China, the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) recently conducted an underwater explosion test which simulated an attack on a hostile high-piled wharf.
Taiwan reports 4 new COVID-19 cases, no deaths CNA 24 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan reported four new COVID-19 cases on Sunday, all of which were contracted overseas, and no deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan, U.S. hold high-level meeting on U.N., int'l participation CNA 24 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan and the United States on Friday held a high level meeting on expanding Taiwan's participation at the United Nations and in other international organizations so that it can contribute to the world on global challenges.
Taiwan reports 7 imported COVID-19 cases and no deaths CNA 23 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan reported seven new COVID-19 cases on Saturday, all of which were contracted overseas, and zero deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
U.S. senators introduce bill to 'avoid miscalculation' in the Taiwan Strait CNA 23 Oct 2021 -- Two U.S. senators on Wednesday introduced a bipartisan legislation which they say is aimed at lowering tensions and reducing the risk of conflict in the Taiwan Strait.
'Strategic Ambiguity' on Taiwan Apparent as White House Walks Back Biden Comments VOA 23 Oct 2021 -- White House press secretary Jen Psaki on Friday appeared to walk back President Joe Biden's statement on Thursday that the United States was committed to defending Taiwan should it come under Chinese attack.
US State Department official is blasted for challenging 'one China' principle Global Times 23 Oct 2021 -- China has expressed its firm opposition and lodged a solemn representation with the US after a senior US State Department official criticized Beijing for using UN Resolution 2758 to block Taiwan from participating in UN activities, which is a blatant challenge to the one-China principle and a serious political provocation to China, spokesperson of the Chinese Embassy in the US said.
U.S. – Taiwan Working Group Meeting on International Organizations (IO Talks) US Dept. of State 23 Oct 2021 -- On October 22, 2021, the American Institute in Taiwan and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO) convened high-level representatives of the U.S. Department of State and the Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs for a virtual forum on expanding Taiwan's participation at the United Nations and in other international fora.
China gains support for its sovereignty PLA Daily 23 Oct 2021 -- China's ambassador to the United Nations on Thursday bluntly told the United States, France and a few other Western countries that they are "in no position to make choices for the Chinese people, let alone lecture China", with more than 80 countries expressing their support for China's sovereignty.
New COVID cases suggest hidden community infection: Health minister CNA 22 Oct 2021 -- The two new locally transmitted COVID-19 cases reported on Friday indicate there are likely more unidentified community infections in Taiwan, Health Minister Chen Shih-chung (陳時中) said.
Taiwan to open mix-and-match COVID-19 vaccine approach to public CNA 22 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan will soon allow the general public to mix-and-match COVID-19 vaccines for the first time, starting as early as the first half of November, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said Friday.
US Senator Warns Beijing: Do Not Take Taiwan for Next Hong Kong VOA 22 Oct 2021 -- A U.S. senator who sits on the Armed Services Committee is warning a violent, military takeover of Taiwan by Beijing would markedly change the world order, and he is calling on world leaders to support democratic Taiwan.
Biden Does Not Want to See Cross-Strait Issues Between China, Taiwan Come to Blows - Psaki Sputnik 22 Oct 2021 -- US President Joe Biden does not want to see cross-Strait issues between China and Taiwan come to blows, White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki told reporters on Friday.
US Defense Secretary: US Will Continue to Help Taiwan Defend Itself VOA 22 Oct 2021 -- U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Friday while the country remains committed to its "one China" policy, it will continue to help Taiwan defend itself.
Pentagon chief reiterates US 'commitment' to defend Chinese Taipei Press TV 22 Oct 2021 -- The Pentagon's chief says the United States will continue to help Chinese Taipei with resources and capabilities, including potent military hardware, even though it acknowledges China's sovereignty over the self-ruled island.
Pentagon Chief Claims US Committed to One China Policy, But Will Help Taiwan to Defend Itself Sputnik 22 Oct 2021 -- This comes after China earlier in the day urged the international community to call on the United States to stop dragging Taiwan into a war.
Biden affirms U.S. would defend Taiwan if China attacks CNA 22 Oct 2021 -- The United States would come to Taiwan's defense in the event of an attack by China, U.S. President Joe Biden said Thursday during a CNN town hall in Baltimore.
Biden says US would come to Taipei's defense Press TV 22 Oct 2021 -- US President Joe Biden says the United States would come to Taipei's defense, claiming it had a commitment to defend the self-ruled island China asserts sovereignty over.
'Defend Taiwan' can hardly be seen as a slip of the tongue, but Biden has yet to say how or dare to 'stand against 1.4b Chinese' Global Times 22 Oct 2021 -- The US would come to Taiwan's defense if the island faces a Chinese mainland "incursion," US President Joe Biden confirmed on Thursday. The strongest comments from the 78-year-old leader were believed as challenging Chinese mainland's redline and also deviating from Washington's "strategic ambiguity" on the Taiwan question.
China urges US to abide by 'One China' policy, says won't compromise on core interests Press TV 22 Oct 2021 -- China has called on the United States to strictly abide by the "One China" principle when handling issues related to Chinese Taipei, stressing that Beijing would not compromise on its core interests.
US Should Stop Dragging Taiwan Into War, China Says Sputnik 22 Oct 2021 -- The international community should call on the United States to stop dragging Taiwan into a war, China's Ambassador to the United Nations Zhang Jun said.
Resolution 'misused' by Beijing to block Taiwan at U.N.: U.S. official CNA 22 Oct 2021 -- Beijing has inaccurately interpreted a United Nations resolution adopted in 1971 to exclude Taiwan from playing a role in the international organization and its affiliates, an official with the United States Department of State said Thursday.
French Lawmakers Reach Out to Taiwan Despite Risk of Angering Beijing VOA 22 Oct 2021 -- A visit by a group of French senators to Taiwan earlier this month is just the latest sign that European countries are willing to engage with the East Asian democracy even at the risk of angering China, according to regional experts.
EU, US send wrong signals on Taiwan, risking miscalculation Global Times 21 Oct 2021 -- With EU lawmakers pushing forward a resolution in deepening so-called "political and economic ties" with the island of Taiwan and the Biden administration's pick for ambassador to China vowing to make the island "a tough nut to crack," some European and US politicians have continued sending the wrong signals on the Taiwan question, creating a false image of West-led pressure on the Chinese government at a time when tensions have been rising in the Taiwan Straits.
Taiwan reports two imported COVID-19 cases, zero local ones CNA 21 Oct 2021 -- The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) reported on Thursday two new imported COVID-19 cases and zero local infections and deaths from the disease.
Border controls to remain until 7 million fully vaccinated: official CNA 21 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan's COVID-19 border control measures will remain unchanged until at least 30 percent of the population have been fully vaccinated, Deputy Minister of Health and Welfare Shih Chung-liang (石崇良) said Thursday.
Taiwan's foreign minister to visit Slovakia, Czech Republic CNA 21 Oct 2021 -- Foreign Minister Joseph Wu (吳釗燮) will visit the Slovak Republic and Czech Republic next week to enhance closer ties with the two Central European countries, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) announced Thursday.
European Parliament passes report on enhancing Taiwan-EU relations CNA 21 Oct 2021 -- The European Parliament passed a report Wednesday on enhancing European Union-Taiwan relations, including calling on the EU to begin preparing for the possible signing of a Bilateral Investment Agreement (BIA) with Taiwan and to change the name of the EU representative office in Taipei.
China expresses dissatisfaction with planned trip by Chinese Taipei min. to Europe Press TV 21 Oct 2021 -- China expresses strong dissatisfaction with a plan by Chinese Taipei's foreign minister Joseph Wu to visit Europe and make a virtual address to a forum in Rome next week.
U.S.' China envoy pick decries 'unjust' bullying of Taiwan CNA 21 Oct 2021 -- The U.S.' presumptive ambassador to China said his government has "every right" to expand arms provisions to Taiwan in the face of military intimidation from Beijing.
4 new imported COVID cases Wednesday include 3 breakthrough infections CNA 20 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan on Wednesday reported four new cases of COVID-19, all contracted abroad, including three breakthrough infections, and zero deaths from the disease, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said in a statement.
EU to engage with Taiwan despite China's pressure: European official CNA 20 Oct 2021 -- The European Union will further its engagement with Taipei at a time when China is ramping up its pressure on Taiwan and the island's partners, European Commission Executive Vice-President Margrethe Vestager said Tuesday.
DPP's self-deceiving "int'l support" stunt doomed to failure: spokesperson People's Daily 20 Oct 2021 -- The attempts by Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authority to create a false narrative of "international support" for its "Taiwan independence" agenda are doomed to failure, Ma Xiaoguang, a spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, said Tuesday.
Taiwan reports 6 six new COVID-19 cases, one locally transmitted CNA 19 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan on Tuesday reported six new COVID-19 cases, all but one contracted overseas, and no deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan closely watching China's latest weapon development: military CNA 19 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan is closely monitoring China's latest advanced weapon development, a military spokesman said Tuesday, in response to media reports that Beijing tested a nuclear-capable hypersonic missile earlier this year, raising concerns of the United States.
Taiwan's foreign minister planning trip to Europe: MOFA CNA 19 Oct 2021 -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) confirmed Tuesday that Foreign Minister Joseph Wu (吳釗燮) is planning to visit Europe, but did not provide any further details, saying his itinerary was still being arranged.
Taiwan's Tien Lung drill 'just a show' that will wear out its outmoded military Global Times 18 Oct 2021 -- The annual Tien Lung drill in Taiwan island aimed at bolstering its defense and morale was mocked by military experts as a show that will take a toll on its outmoded jets and wear out its pilots. They said it won't change the sharp military disparity between Taiwan and the Chinese mainland.
Level 2 alert extended to Nov. 1, one new imported COVID-19 case reported CNA 17 Oct 2021 -- The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) has extended Taiwan's Level 2 COVID-19 alert to Nov. 1, after reporting one imported case, no new domestic infections, and no deaths from the disease Sunday.
Level 2 alert extended to Nov. 1, one new imported COVID-19 case reported CNA 17 Oct 2021 -- The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) on Sunday extended the currently Level 2 COVID-19 alert for another two weeks to Nov. 1, but announced more, if somewhat vague, exceptions to face mask-wearing requirements.
Foreign missions urge Taiwan to ease COVID-19 border restrictions CNA 17 Oct 2021 -- Several foreign missions in Taiwan are urging the government to ease its strict COVID-19 border control measures that they say are hurting people-to-people exchanges and the running of businesses.
PLA practices cross-sea troop transport with large civilian ferry Global Times 17 Oct 2021 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) recently held an integrated military-civilian cross-sea troop maneuvering exercise using a large civilian ferry with a displacement of 45,000 tons, much larger than similar vessels used in previous practices. The move aimed to enhance the troops' transport efficiency in future battlefields, analysts said on Sunday.
Air Force to start annual defense drills Monday CNA 17 Oct 2021 -- The Air Force will hold its annual Tien Lung drills from Monday until Oct. 29, with the bulk of the exercises taking place in Jiadong, Pingtung County, according to military sources.
US, Canadian warships sail through Taiwan Strait 'to provoke' China Press TV 17 Oct 2021 -- The US military has announced that an American warship and a Canadian warship sailed through the Taiwan Strait last week in what China called an attempt "to provoke and stir up trouble" in the strait.
Taiwan reports 11 new COVID-19 cases, zero deaths CNA 16 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan on Saturday reported 11 new COVID-19 cases, including the first locally infected patient in the last five days.
Renewed Greek-US Defense Pact Expected to Roil Turkey VOA 16 Oct 2021 -- Greece is lauding a renewed defense pact with the United States as a "resounding vote of confidence" from Washington to Athens. The deal is seen by Greece as an added swipe against its age-old foe -- but NATO ally -- Turkey, in a long-running dispute over sea and air rights in the Aegean, eastern Mediterranean and beyond.
WMA approves resolution to support Taiwan's participation in WHA CNA 16 Oct 2021 -- The World Medical Association (WMA) has passed a resolution supporting Taiwan's participation in the World Health Organization (WHO) and World Health Assembly (WHA) while rejecting a counter motion proposed by China.
US, Canadian warships presence in Taiwan Straits won't deter China's momentum to maintain natl unity: experts Global Times 16 Oct 2021 -- The US military may have reportedly for the first time in recent years allied with warships of other countries to transit the Taiwan Straits as it explores ways to flex its military muscles in fresh provocations in the region amid the tense Straits situation. Chinese experts said on Saturday that the reported move showed US incapability to contain China and that its efforts to rally allies to deter China's momentum of growing strength to maintain national unity are futile.
Taiwan reports 4 new COVID-19 cases, no deaths CNA 15 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan on Friday reported four new imported cases of COVID-19 but no new domestic infections or deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
US in no position to point figures over Taiwan question: Chinese FM Global Times 14 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan island is China's territory and the US is in no position to point fingers over the Taiwan question, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said, slamming US Defense Department Spokesperson John Kirby's statement on recent military exercises conducted by the Chinese People's Liberation Army near the island of Taiwan.
Taiwan reports 8 new imported COVID-19 cases, zero deaths CNA 14 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan on Thursday recorded eight new imported cases of COVID-19 but no new domestic infections or deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
New batch of Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine arrives in Taiwan CNA 14 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan on Thursday received a new shipment of the Pfizer-BioNTech (BNT) COVID-19 vaccine, comprising 827,000 doses, from the manufacturer in Germany.
As China targets 'separatists,' Taiwan defense chief warns: Bullets don't discriminate CNA 14 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan's defense chief has warned war would have no regard for political affiliation, after China claimed recent People's Liberation Army (PLA) exercises were targeted only at those seeking independence.
Taipei 'won't start war with China but will defend itself full on if attacked' Press TV 14 Oct 2021 -- Chinese Taipei has ruled out the possibility of starting a war with China but stressed it will defend itself "full on" if attacked, as tensions between the two sides continue to escalate after a record number of Chinese fighter jets flew into the self-ruled island's self-designated air defense zone.
Defense Minister: Taiwan 'Absolutely Will Not Start a War' With China Sputnik 14 Oct 2021 -- Tensions between China and Taiwan - the latter officially known as the Republic of China - have remained at an all-time high following a series of flyby operations conducted by Chinese forces that saw aircraft cross into the island nation's air defense identification zone.
Spokesperson slams Taiwan DPP's "de-Sinicization" history-distorting textbook People's Daily 14 Oct 2021 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Wednesday slammed attempts by Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authority to push forward a revised middle school history textbook that takes a de-Sinicization approach and contains "Taiwan independence" content.
DPP authority slammed for touting false "two states" theory People's Daily 14 Oct 2021 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Wednesday slammed the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authority in Taiwan for making remarks touting the so-called "two states" theory.
Taiwan reports 4 new imported COVID-19 cases; zero local cases, deaths CNA 13 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan on Wednesday recorded four new imported COVID-19 cases but no new domestic infections and no new deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan reports 4 new imported COVID-19 cases; zero local cases, deaths CNA 13 Oct 2021 -- A new round of COVID-19 vaccinations scheduled for Oct. 22-Nov. 3 will be open to eligible first-dose Pfizer-BioNTech (BNT) and second-dose AstraZeneca (AZ) and Moderna recipients, Health Minister Chen Shih-chung (陳時中) said during a press briefing Wednesday.
Pentagon affirms commitment to Taiwan's self-defense amid tensions CNA 13 Oct 2021 -- The United States Department of Defense has reaffirmed its pledge to help Taiwan defend itself against Chinese military coercion, after Taiwan's defense chief warned last week that Taiwan Strait tensions are at their "grimmest in more than 40 years."
France confirms naval presence in Taiwan Strait CNA 13 Oct 2021 -- France's defense minister has warned escalating tensions between Taiwan and China could have dramatic consequences, after revealing one of the country's naval vessels had been present in the Taiwan Strait.
China defends recent drills near Taipei Press TV 13 Oct 2021 -- China says recent military drills near Chinese Taipei were a "just" move aimed at protecting the country's sovereignty and integrity against Taipei's "collusion" with foreign forces.
China Says Its Military Drills Near Taiwan Aimed at Preventing Outside Interference Sputnik 13 Oct 2021 -- China conducts military exercises near the border with Taiwan to guard its national sovereignty and prevent foreign interference in the relations between mainland and the island, Ma Xiaoguang, spokesman for China's Taiwan Affairs Office, said on Wednesday.
PLA drills target secessionists, foreign interference amid despicable DPP moves: Taiwan Affairs Office Global Times 13 Oct 2021 -- Recent military exercises launched by the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) in the Taiwan Straits aimed at "Taiwan independence" secessionist moves and interference by foreign forces, and they are necessary actions to safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity, the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council said on Wednesday.
Xi's speech sets direction for Taiwan-related work: spokesperson People's Daily 13 Oct 2021 -- The speech by Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, at the meeting marking the 110th anniversary of the Revolution of 1911 on Oct. 9 has set the direction for work related to Taiwan, a spokesperson of the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office said Wednesday.
Taiwan secessionists stage 'doomsday madness' in seeking foreign support Global Times 13 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan secessionist authorities continue to seek support, including military ones, from the US to disrupt the national reunification of China, and this proves that the message of the Chinese mainland of a peaceful solution toward Taiwan compatriots and the serious warning to authorities on the island have been ignored, with experts from both sides of the Taiwan Straits saying this is "the last madness" of the secessionists before their doomsday, and the hope of a peaceful solution to the Taiwan question is declining sharply.
Taiwan reports 4 new imported COVID-19 cases, zero deaths CNA 12 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan recorded four new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, all of which were imported, with no new deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
U.S. reiterates commitment toward Taiwan after Sullivan-Yang meet: MOFA CNA 12 Oct 2021 -- The United States government has reaffirmed its commitment toward Taiwan in a recent briefing following a meeting between National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and senior Chinese diplomat Yang Jiechi (楊潔篪) in Switzerland earlier this month, a Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) official said Tuesday.
While China's Intimidation of Taiwan Continues, U.S. Remains Committed to Taiwanese Self-Defense DoD News 12 Oct 2021 -- Since October 1, more than 100 Chinese military aircraft have moved provocatively through the air defense identification zones of nearby Taiwan — just over 100 miles to the east. Those military maneuvers serve only to create uncertainty in a part of the world where the U.S. wants to see stability and peace, Pentagon Press Secretary John F. Kirby said.
US Cautions Beijing Over 'Pressure' Campaign vs. Taiwan VOA 12 Oct 2021 -- U.S. military officials warned Tuesday that China's unrelenting pressure campaign against Taiwan is only increasing the chances for mistakes and, perhaps, an unintended fight.
Taiwan's Army chief in U.S. for annual event: Defense minister CNA 12 Oct 2021 -- Defense Minister Chiu Kuo-cheng (邱國正) has confirmed a report that the chief of Taiwan's Army is in the United States as part of an annual exchange program between the two sides' militaries.
Taiwan reports 11 new COVID-19 cases, zero deaths CNA 11 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan reported 11 new cases of COVID-19 -- one contracted locally and the other 10 overseas -- and zero deaths from the disease Monday.
Taiwan further eases COVID-19 restrictions on hospital visits CNA 11 Oct 2021 -- Visits to patients in chronic disease wards are now allowed during designated time slots, in view of the improving COVID-19 situation in Taiwan, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) announced Monday.
Taiwan President Says China Threatens Regional Peace, Vows Not to Give Way Radio Free Asia 11 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan president Tsai Ing-wen has vowed not to cave in to growing military threats from China, after Chinese Communist Party (CCP) general secretary Xi Jinping once more insisted that the democratic island must "unify" with China, contrary to the wishes of most of its 23 million residents.
Tsai calls Taiwan indispensable partner to EU, appeals for BIA CNA 11 Oct 2021 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) has called on the European Union (EU) to establish a bilateral investment agreement (BIA) with Taiwan because of the role it can play as a democratic and economic partner.
French senators depart Taiwan after 5-day visit CNA 11 Oct 2021 -- A delegation of French senators departed Taiwan Sunday after concluding a five-day visit that included meetings with President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) and other high-level government officials.
China urges Australia to drop 'Cold War mentality' after ex-PM Abbott visited Taipei, pledged support Press TV 11 Oct 2021 -- China has called on Australia to abandon its "Cold War mentality" and re-evaluate its relationship with Beijing, following former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott's visit to Chinese Taipei, during which he pledged that Canberra would support the self-ruled island against Beijing.
China lodges solemn representations to Australia over Abbott's 'immoral, ridiculous' comments on Taiwan Global Times 11 Oct 2021 -- China lodged solemn representations to Australia over recent "immoral, irresponsible and ridiculous" speeches made by former Australian prime minister Tony Abbott on Taiwan-related affairs, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian said on Monday, stressing that the one-China principle is a universally recognized norm governing international relations and the consensus of the international community.
DPP authority slammed for remarks touting "Taiwan independence" People's Daily 11 Oct 2021 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Sunday slammed the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authority in Taiwan for making remarks touting "Taiwan independence" and instigating confrontation.
China conducts beach landing drills in province opposite Taipei Press TV 11 Oct 2021 -- China's military has carried out beach landing and assault drills in the province directly across the sea from the Chinese Taipei amid a dramatic spike in tensions between the mainland and the self-ruled island.
Taiwan reports seven new COVID-19 cases, zero deaths CNA 10 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan reported on Sunday seven new cases of COVID-19, all contracted overseas, and zero deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
China, Taiwan Trade Barbed Statements over Future of Island Territory VOA 10 Oct 2021 -- China and Taiwan traded barbed comments Sunday over the future of the island territory, with Beijing pressing for reunification and Taipei engaging in a rare display of its military capabilities after months of Chinese overflights.
Tsai pledges to defend Taiwan amid China threat in National Day speech CNA 10 Oct 2021 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) pledged on Sunday in her National Day address to defend the country's sovereignty and democracy amid "unprecedented challenges" brought by China's increasing military coercion and to make sure Taiwan will not be forced to take the path China has laid for the country.
Full text of President Tsai Ing-wen's National Day address CNA 10 Oct 2021 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) delivered her National Day address Sunday, in which she pledges to defend Taiwan's sovereignty and democracy amid "unprecedented challenges" brought by China's increasing military coercion.
Tsai's Double Ten speech a political farce Global Times 10 Oct 2021 -- One day after Chinese President Xi Jinping warned Taiwan secessionists and stressed that the Taiwan question will be resolved along with national rejuvenation in his speech on Saturday marking the 110th anniversary of the 1911 Revolution, Taiwan regional leader Tsai Ing-wen continued to deceive the international community and Taiwanese people by hiding the truth that secessionist authorities on the island are the root cause of cross-Straits tensions.
Tsai's 'Double Ten' speech is a carefully choreographed performance: Global Times editorial Global Times 10 Oct 2021 -- The leader of the Taiwan region Tsai Ing-wen delivered her "Double Ten" (October 10) speech on Sunday morning. In her remarks, Tsai used inflammatory language to create an image of Taiwan as "standing on democracy's first line of defense" against authoritarianism. She concealed the fact that the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) administration's attempts to split China have led to constant tensions in the Taiwan Straits. What Tsai has done is a carefully choreographed performance to deceive the international community and Taiwan residents.
DPP authority returning to 1992 Consensus premise of cross-Strait relations improvement: spokesperson People's Daily 10 Oct 2021 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Saturday said that cross-Strait relations will only improve and develop when the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authority in Taiwan returns to the political basis of 1992 Consensus and stops aggressive moves seeking "independence."
Mainland spokesperson refutes DPP authority's interpretation of 1911 Revolution People's Daily 10 Oct 2021 -- A mainland spokesperson Saturday refuted Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authority's defamation of the mainland's activities marking the 110th anniversary of the 1911 Revolution. The spokesperson said the DPP had a twisted interpretation of the Revolution.
DPP authority returning to 1992 Consensus premise of cross-Strait relations improvement: spokesperson People's Daily 10 Oct 2021 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Saturday said that cross-Strait relations will only improve and develop when the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authority in Taiwan returns to the political basis of 1992 Consensus and stops aggressive moves seeking "independence."
Taipei president vows to bolster military, not 'let our guard down' against China Press TV 10 Oct 2021 -- Striking a defiant tone against Beijing, the president of Chinese Taipei has vowed to bolster the self-ruled island's military capabilities in the face of what she called China's attempt to "compromise its sovereignty."
Taiwan Vows It Won't Bow to China's Pressure After Beijing Reiterates 'Reunification' Push Sputnik 10 Oct 2021 -- On Saturday, Chinese President Xi Jinping promised that his country's drive for a peaceful "reunification" with Taiwan under a "one country, two systems" policy will "definitely" be implemented.
Goodwill pivotal to easing cross-strait tensions: academics CNA 10 Oct 2021 -- Several domestic China experts on Sunday called on the two sides across the Taiwan Strait to extend goodwill to each other, saying it is crucial for easing cross-strait tensions.
Taiwan rejects Beijing's 'one country, two systems' unification formula CNA 09 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan is an independent state and Taiwanese oppose the "one country, two systems" political arrangement proposed by Beijing, Presidential Office spokesman Xavier Chang (張惇涵) said Saturday hours after China's leader Xi Jinping (習近平) reiterated his goal of unifying Taiwan during a speech.
Xi says Taiwan question will be resolved as national rejuvenation becomes reality People's Daily 09 Oct 2021 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Saturday that the Taiwan question arose out of the weakness and chaos of the Chinese nation, and it will be resolved as national rejuvenation becomes a reality.
China's complete reunification will be and can be realized: Xi People's Daily 09 Oct 2021 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Saturday that the complete reunification of China will be and can be realized.
Compatriots across Taiwan Strait should stand on right side of history: Xi People's Daily 09 Oct 2021 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Saturday that compatriots on both sides of the Taiwan Strait should stand on the right side of history and join hands to achieve China's complete reunification and the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.
Xi: Taipei's reunification with China 'must be fulfilled' Press TV 09 Oct 2021 -- China's President Xi Jinping has reiterated opposition to the Chinese Taipei's "independence separatism" and vowed to realize a peaceful reunification with the self-ruled island.
China's Reunification With Taiwan 'Will Definitely Be Fulfilled', Xi Jinping Says as Tensions Grow Sputnik 09 Oct 2021 -- China continues to perceive Taiwan as a breakaway province, while the authorities in Taipei have repeatedly rejected Beijing's proposal to stick to the "one country, two systems" principle.
Taiwan reports 4 new COVID-19 cases, one death CNA 09 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan reported four new COVID-19 cases, consisting of three patients infected abroad and the first locally infected patient recorded in October, and one death from the disease on Saturday, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
2nd COVID-19 vaccine donation from Lithuania arrives in Taiwan CNA 09 Oct 2021 -- A second batch of AstraZeneca (AZ) COVID-19 vaccine donated by Lithuania, totaling 235,900 doses, arrived in Taiwan on Saturday evening.
Xi stresses peaceful reunification, calls Taiwan secessionists 'serious threat' to national rejuvenation Global Times 09 Oct 2021 -- At a gathering marking the 110th anniversary of the 1911 Revolution held at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Saturday, Chinese President Xi Jinping said the Taiwan question will be resolved along with national rejuvenation and warned that secessionists are a serious threat to that mission, and that those who betray the country will face the trial of history.
Taiwan reports 12 new imported COVID-19 cases, one death CNA 08 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan recorded 12 new imported COVID-19 cases and one death Friday, with zero new domestic cases for the ninth consecutive day.
Health minister gives no date for ending of COVID-19 border restrictions CNA 08 Oct 2021 -- Health Minister Chen Shih-chung (陳時中) gave no definitive timeline for ending COVID-19 border restrictions when quizzed by lawmakers Friday, stating vaccination rates and medical preparedness would play a decisive role.
More Moderna vaccines to arrive; BNT vaccine eligibility expanded CNA 08 Oct 2021 -- Another shipment of 1.13 million doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine is due to arrive in Taiwan by early Saturday, while the next round of administering Pfizer-BioNTech (BNT) vaccines will be expanded to include people aged 45 and over.
Why China Sends Warplanes Into Taiwan's Airspace But Doesn't Attack VOA 08 Oct 2021 -- University student Feng Hao of Taiwan and his parents worry increasingly of an attack from mainland China, just 60 kilometers from their island. The number of Chinese military planes flown through a corner of Taiwan's air defense identification zone surged to 125 in the first days of October.
U.S. defense link with Taiwan aligned against China threat: Pentagon CNA 08 Oct 2021 -- The Pentagon said Thursday that the United States' defense relationship with Taiwan is guided by the island's defense needs and the threat posed by China.
Australia, U.S. should not allow China to engulf Taiwan: Tony Abbott CNA 08 Oct 2021 -- Australia and the United States should not stand by and watch Taiwan being "swallowed up" by China, visiting former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott said Friday in Taipei.
U.S. State Department reiterates basis of 'One China' policy CNA 08 Oct 2021 -- The United States reiterated Thursday that its "One China" policy is guided by the Taiwan Relations Act, the three joint communiques and the six assurances.
US troops' secret presence in Taiwan island 'no real threat,' but could 'bring China's reunification closer' Global Times 08 Oct 2021 -- Chinese Foreign Ministry vowed to take all necessary measures to safeguard the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and urged the US to fully recognize the high sensitivity of the Taiwan question, following US media reports that there were two dozen US troops deployed on the island of Taiwan, helping train local troops in secret.
US' revelation of troops in Taiwan will only hasten cross-Straits war: Global Times editorial Global Times 08 Oct 2021 -- The Wall Street Journal's Thursday report that about two dozen members of US special operations and support troops "secretly operating in Taiwan to train military forces there" for at least a year has attracted extensive attention. Both the Pentagon and Taipei declined to comment on the report, but since the US has exposed the news through anonymous officials, it has taken a step forward to undermine, from covertly to semi-overtly, the key conditions for the establishment of diplomatic relations between Chinese mainland and the US.
US special operations forces secretly training Taiwanese troops since 2020: Report Press TV 08 Oct 2021 -- In a stunning disclosure, which risks further escalation of tensions with China, US special operations forces and marines have been secretly training Taiwanese troops since 2020, according to reports.
Taiwan reports 4 new COVID-19 cases, all imported CNA 07 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan recorded four new COVID-19 cases on Thursday, all of which were imported, with no new deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
More Pfizer-BNT doses arrive; two vaccine shipments to come Friday CNA 07 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan received a sixth shipment of the Pfizer-BioNTech (BNT) COVID-19 vaccine on Thursday, with another shipment of the same brand, as well as a batch of the Moderna vaccine, scheduled to arrive on Friday, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Pentagon Won't Confirm Reports of US Special Forces in Taiwan VOA 07 Oct 2021 -- U.S. Defense Department officials are refusing to confirm reports that American forces are in Taiwan, secretly training Taiwanese troops to prepare them in case of an attack from China.
US Soldiers Secretly Stationed in Taiwan Trained Troops to Defend Against China, Reports Say Sputnik 07 Oct 2021 -- US Marines and special operations forces have been secretly training Taiwanese soldiers on the island to defend against possible Chinese aggression, the Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday.
U.S. Secretary of State urges China to stop coercion aimed at Taiwan CNA 07 Oct 2021 -- U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has urged Beijing to cease pressure and coercion toward Taiwan, following record numbers of Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) military sorties near the island.
PLA presence around Taiwan 'targets secessionism, foreign forces' Global Times 07 Oct 2021 -- While the people of the Chinese mainland have been celebrating the October 1 National Day and enjoying the weeklong national holidays, the People's Liberation Army (PLA) has conducted massive military actions in the airspace near the island of Taiwan to deter secessionism and foreign forces, especially the US, who support the secessionist authorities in the island, and the latest remarks made by US senior officials and the secessionist Taiwan authorities showed that the tensions are unlikely to ease.
French delegation travels to Chinese Taipei, meets with island's president Press TV 07 Oct 2021 -- A delegation from the French senate, led by former Minister of Defense Alain Richard, has traveled to Chinese Taipei and met with president Tsai Ing-wen, days after a dramatic spike in tensions between Beijing and Taipei.
US-China Tensions Rising Over Trade, Taiwan VOA 06 Oct 2021 -- The White House said Wednesday a virtual summit between President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping is being planned for later this year.
Taiwan reports 5 new COVID-19 cases, no deaths CNA 06 Oct 2021 -- The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) on Wednesday reported five new COVID-19 cases, all listed as imported, though one of the new cases involved an airline crew member who also spent time in Taiwan during the possible incubation period.
New COVID-19 case leads to Taipei elementary school class suspensions CNA 06 Oct 2021 -- A co-pilot at a Taiwanese airline was one of five imported COVID-19 cases confirmed Wednesday, leading to the suspension of classes at the two elementary schools attended by her children as a precautionary measure, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) and Taipei City government's Department of Health.
China Will Have Capacity For 'Full-Scale Invasion' of Taiwan by 2025: Defense Minister Radio Free Asia 06 Oct 2021 -- China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) will have the capacity for a "full-scale invasion" of Taiwan by 2025, the democratic island's defense minister warned on Wednesday.
China capable of full scale Taiwan invasion by 2025: Defense minister CNA 06 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan's Minister of National Defense Chiu Kuo-cheng (邱國正) on Wednesday said that China will be militarily capable of launching a full-scale invasion of Taiwan by 2025.
Taiwan military confirms 'Yun Feng' missile's existence CNA 06 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan's military has publicly confirmed for the first time the existence of the "Yun Feng" (Cloud Peak) medium-range surface-to-surface missile, which has been under development since the 1990s.
Construction begins on Navy's second Tuo Chiang-class vessel CNA 06 Oct 2021 -- The construction of Taiwan's second Tuo Chiang-class corvette began in Yilan County Wednesday, with the navy aiming to have six of the vessels by the end of 2023, said Navy Commander Admiral Liu Chih-pin (劉志斌).
US, China agree to abide by Chinese Taipei agreement: Biden Press TV 06 Oct 2021 -- US President Joe Biden says he and his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, have agreed to abide by an agreement on Chinese Taipei, after they talked about the self-ruled island amid heightened tensions between the two sides.
Taipei Says US' Commitment 'Rock Solid' After Cryptic 'Taiwan Agreement' Remark by Biden Sputnik 06 Oct 2021 -- Taiwanese officials seeking clarification on ambiguous comments by US President Joe Biden reported on Wednesday that Washington's commitment to the autonomous island was "rock solid."
China should abide by 'Taiwan agreement': U.S. president CNA 06 Oct 2021 -- United States President Joe Biden has responded to China's military sorties near Taiwan for the first time since taking office, saying that China's leader Xi Jinping should stick to the "Taiwan agreement."
French senate delegation touches down in Taiwan CNA 06 Oct 2021 -- A delegation of French senators led by Alain Richard, head of the French Senate's Taiwan Friendship Group, arrived in Taiwan early Wednesday morning for a five-day visit.
Australia Urged to Boost Military Cooperation with Taiwan VOA 06 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan has asked has Australia for help following the increase in recent days of incursions by Chinese jet fighters into Taiwan's air defense identification zone.
Taiwan reports no new domestic COVID-19 cases for sixth straight day CNA 05 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan on Tuesday marked six consecutive days without any new domestically transmitted COVID-19 infections, but it recorded seven new imported cases, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said.
Taiwan donates oxygen generators to Somaliland CNA 05 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan has recently donated a batch of domestically produced oxygen generators to Somaliland, as part of its continued assistance to the self-governing territory in combating the COVID-19 pandemic.
U.S. voices concern over China's incursions into Taiwan's ADIZ CNA 05 Oct 2021 -- The White House has called out China's "provocative military activity" near Taiwan following its recent deployment of a record number of military aircraft in Taiwan's air defense identification zone (ADIZ).
Taiwan will do whatever it takes to defend itself: President Tsai CNA 05 Oct 2021 -- President Tsai Ing-wen has emphasized that Taiwan will do whatever it takes to defend itself if its democracy is threatened, alluding to recent actions taken by China, in an article published Tuesday in the U.S. international relations outlet Foreign Affairs.
Taiwan's Tsai Warns of 'Catastrophic Consequences' of Chinese Takeover as PLA Planes Buzz Island Sputnik 05 Oct 2021 -- The Biden administration sparked an instant crisis with Beijing by inviting Taiwan's de facto ambassador to the White House for the president-elect's inauguration in January. The People's Republic considers the island an inseparable part of China destined for eventual peaceful reunification with the mainland.
French senators to arrive in Taiwan Wednesday for 5-day visit: MOFA CNA 05 Oct 2021 -- A delegation of French senators led by Alain Richard, head of the French Senate's Taiwan Friendship Group, will arrive in Taiwan on Wednesday on a five-day visit, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) announced on Tuesday.
Eric Chu stresses unity as he takes over leadership of KMT CNA 05 Oct 2021 -- New Kuomintang (KMT) Chairman Eric Chu (朱立倫) stressed unity at a handover ceremony for the party's new leader at its headquarters Tuesday, vowing to prepare the party for political combat and bring alienated members back into the fold.
China calls on US to withdraw support for separatist forces in Chinese Taipei Press TV 05 Oct 2021 -- China has called on the United States to withdraw support for anti-Beijing separatist forces in Chinese Taipei.
CORONAVIRUS/Taiwan extends Level 2 COVID-19 alert two weeks, reports five new cases CNA 04 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan's current Level 2 COVID-19 alert, which was due to expire Monday, is to be extended for two weeks until Oct. 18, though some disease-related restrictions will be eased, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan receives fifth shipment of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine CNA 04 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan took delivery of a fifth shipment of the Pfizer-BioNTech (BNT) COVID-19 vaccine early Monday morning, the third batch to arrive in the country in the past week.
COVID-19 restrictions at religious, dining venues, to be eased CNA 04 Oct 2021 -- Certain restrictions on religious gatherings and indoor dining will be eased starting Tuesday even though Taiwan's current Level 2 COVID-19 alert is being extended until Oct. 18, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
People 47 and over to be eligible for Pfizer-BioNTech jab in October CNA 04 Oct 2021 -- A new round of COVID-19 vaccinations, providing first doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech (BNT) vaccine and second doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine, will begin on Oct. 15, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said Monday.
Taiwan: China Sends More Fighter Jets into Its Air Defense Zone VOA 04 Oct 2021 -- China dispatched at least 56 fighter jets into Taiwan's air defense zone on Monday, the island territory claimed, as it scrambled its own air force for the fourth straight day to ward off the intruding aircraft.
56 China military planes enter Taiwan's ADIZ, setting another record CNA 04 Oct 2021 -- A total of 56 Chinese military aircraft flew into Taiwan's air defense identification zone (ADIZ) in two separate sorties on Monday, the highest-number in a single day since Taiwan began issuing a tally of such actions in September 2020, according to the Ministry of National Defense (MND).
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Hua Chunying's Remarks on Taiwan-related Statement Issued by US State Department Spokesperson PRC MofA 04 Oct 2021
US Calls on China to Stop Sending Planes, Vows to Stand by Taiwan Radio Free Asia 04 Oct 2021 -- The United States has hit out at "provocative" military action by China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) near the democratic island of Taiwan, which it says risks destabilizing the situation and undermines regional peace and stability.
U.S. 'very concerned' by China's military pressure against Taiwan CNA 04 Oct 2021 -- The United States on Sunday expressed grave concern over China's increased military activity near Taiwan, in the wake of Beijing's deployment of a record number of military aircraft in Taiwan's air defense identification zone (ADIZ) for three consecutive days.
U.S. capable of 'tamping down' potential China invasion of Taiwan: U.S. official CNA 04 Oct 2021 -- Kathleen Hicks, Deputy Defense Secretary of the United States, said on Friday that her country has the capability of "tamping down" China's potential invasion of Taiwan.
UPDATE: PLA sends 'record-breaking 56 aircraft near Taiwan island in a single day' in consecutive drills Global Times 04 Oct 2021 -- For the third time in just four days, the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) again broke its record in the number of aircraft dispatched for drills near the island of Taiwan in a single day on Monday, sending a whopping 56 warplanes consisting mainly of fighters and bombers, a day after the US voiced "concern" over the Chinese mainland's military activity near the island, claiming it was provocative.
Time to warn Taiwan secessionists and their fomenters: war is real: Global Times editorial Global Times 04 Oct 2021 -- The US State Department issued a statement on Sunday, saying the PLA was conducting intensive training exercises over Taiwan island's self-proclaimed southwest air defense identification zone in the past few days. The statement accused the PLA of carrying out "provocative military activities" that "undermines regional peace and stability", adding "the US commitment to Taiwan is rock solid." The Taiwan foreign affairs department immediately expressed gratitude to the Biden administration.
Increasing People's Republic of China Military Pressure Against Taiwan Undermines Regional Peace and Stability US Dept. of State 03 Oct 2021 -- The United States is very concerned by the People's Republic of China's provocative military activity near Taiwan, which is destabilizing, risks miscalculations, and undermines regional peace and stability.
39 Chinese military planes enter Taiwan's ADIZ, setting a record CNA 03 Oct 2021 -- The single-day number of Chinese military aircraft that flew into Taiwan's southwestern air defense identification zone (ADIZ) continued to rise, with 39 recorded on Saturday, the highest since Taiwan began issuing a tally of such actions in September 2020, according to the Ministry of National Defense (MND).
PLA expands drills near Taiwan island only one day after setting new record Global Times 03 Oct 2021 -- Only one day after the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) dispatched 38 warplanes near the island of Taiwan for exercise on National Day, breaking the previous record set in June, it again refreshed this record on Saturday, sending a total of 39 aircraft of different types near the island during both day and night, according to defense authorities on the island.
China's latest incursions a show of joint combat capabilities: experts CNA 03 Oct 2021 -- China's deployment of a record number of military aircraft to Taiwan's air defense identification zone (ADIZ) for two consecutive days was a display of its joint combat capabilities, defense experts said Sunday.
US says 'concerned' about China's 'military activity' near Taipei Press TV 03 Oct 2021 -- The United States has criticized what it called China's "provocative military activity near Taiwan" following Beijing's most recent show of airpower near Chinese Taipei, which Beijing considers a breakaway province that should be reunited with the mainland.
Taiwan reports zero new domestic cases, relaxes mask mandate CNA 03 Oct 2021 -- The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) on Sunday reported zero new domestically transmitted COVID-19 cases, adding that Taiwan's outdoor face mask mandate would be partially relaxed.
38 Chinese military planes enter Taiwan's ADIZ Friday, setting a record CNA 02 Oct 2021 -- A total of 38 Chinese military aircraft flew into Taiwan's air defense identification zone (ADIZ) on Friday, the highest-number in a single day since Taiwan began issuing a tally of such actions in September 2020, according to the Ministry of National Defense (MND).
Chinese military planes enter Taiwan's ADIZ for 11th consecutive day CNA 02 Oct 2021 -- A fleet of 20 Chinese military aircraft flew into Taiwan's southwestern air defense identification zone (ADIZ) on Saturday, marking the 11th consecutive day of such intrusions since Sept. 22, according to the Ministry of National Defense (MND).
PLA holds record-breaking drill near Taiwan island on National Day, 'routine but significant' Global Times 02 Oct 2021 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) reportedly dispatched a record-breaking number of 38 warplanes, mostly fighters and bombers, near the island of Taiwan for exercise on Friday with activities during both day and night on Friday.
China flies 25 fighter jets after incursion by British warship Press TV 02 Oct 2021 -- China has flown 25 fighter jets over Taipei's airspace after Britain sent a warship through the Taiwan Strait in a move aimed at challenging Beijing's claim to the strategic waterway.
Taiwan reports 10 new COVID-19 cases, all imported CNA 02 Oct 2021 -- Taiwan recorded 10 new COVID-19 cases on Saturday, all of which were imported, and they included two breakthrough infections, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
25 Chinese military planes enter Taiwan's ADIZ CNA 01 Oct 2021 -- As many as 25 Chinese military aircraft flew into the southwestern part of Taiwan's air defense identification zone (ADIZ) Friday, according to the Ministry of National Defense.
Hongkongers Spray Chinese Leader's Portrait Black at Protest in Democratic Taiwan Radio Free Asia 01 Oct 2021 -- Hong Kong pro-democracy activists marked China's Oct. 1 National Day on Friday with protests in Taiwan against oppressive behavior by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and warnings of its ongoing attempts to infiltrate the democratic island's media and political life.

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