February 2022 - Taiwan Special Weapons News

Taiwan Cabinet holds special meeting to discuss Russia-Ukraine crisis CNA 28 Feb 2022 -- The Cabinet on Monday held an extraordinary meeting to discuss the possible economic impact of the Russia-Ukraine crisis on Taiwan, which has joined Western countries in imposing sanctions on Moscow.
Taiwan reports 56 new COVID-19 cases, including 9 domestic CNA 28 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan reported 56 new COVID-19 cases -- nine domestically transmitted infections and 47 that originated abroad -- and no new deaths from the disease on Monday, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
COVID-19 cluster at three Taoyuan schools grows to 21 cases CNA 28 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan recorded nine new domestic COVID-19 cases on Monday, of which seven were connected to a cluster infection in Taoyuan involving two elementary schools and a preschool, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan reports 60 new COVID-19 cases People's Daily 28 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan reported 60 new COVID-19 cases on Sunday, including 16 locally-transmitted infections and 44 imported ones, the island's disease-monitoring agency said.
US sails through Taiwan Strait, China conducts drills on Hainan Radio Free Asia 28 Feb 2022 -- China has launched military training on Hainan island, its most southerly province, a day after the U.S. 7th Fleet announced that one of its destroyers transited the Taiwan Strait.
As Russia's Ukraine Campaign Escalates, US Reaches out to Taiwan and China VOA 28 Feb 2022 -- As Russia escalates its invasion of Ukraine, the United States is sending a delegation of former defense officials to Taiwan while keeping communication channels open with Russia's ally, China.
Taiwan hypes mainland weather balloon presence, 'reflects suspicious, frightened mindset' Global Times 28 Feb 2022 -- Media on the island of Taiwan on Sunday speculated that the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) has been deploying high-altitude balloons to the island this month, with the island's defense authority claiming that the balloons were more likely for meteorological research purposes.
PLA says US warship's Straits transit 'provocative' People's Daily 28 Feb 2022 -- The recent passage by a United States' warship through the Taiwan Straits amid the Russia-Ukraine crisis was a ploy to reassure Taiwan separatist forces that the US is committed to the island's security, but that's a wrong signal and will stir up tension in the Straits, experts said.
Taiwanese Semiconductor Producer Reportedly Suspends Supplies to Russia Due to Sanctions Sputnik 27 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has ceased supplies to Russia due to sanctions over its military operation in Ukraine, Taiwanese media reported on Sunday, citing its sources.
Chinese weather balloons identified in Taiwan airspace: military CNA 27 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan's military on Sunday confirmed media reports that multiple weather balloons used by the Chinese military passed over the country shortly after the Lunar New Year holiday, but stressed they posed no security threat and were being used for meteorological observations.
Taiwan reports 60 new COVID-19 cases, including 16 domestic CNA 27 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan reported 60 new COVID-19 cases -- 16 domestically transmitted infections and 44 that originated abroad -- and no new deaths from the disease on Sunday, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
16 new domestic COVID-19 cases linked to clusters of unknown origin CNA 27 Feb 2022 -- The 16 new domestically transmitted COVID-19 infections Taiwan reported on Sunday were all linked to previously recorded clusters of unknown origin, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan receives third Moderna vaccine shipment of 2022 CNA 27 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan received its third shipment of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine this year early Monday morning, which comprised 1.2246 million doses.
Taiwan's opposition parties condemn Russian invasion of Ukraine CNA 26 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan's opposition parties denounced Russian aggression after the Kremlin launched military operations in Ukraine on Thursday, while underlining the need for Taiwan to strengthen its defense capability.
Taiwan reports 69 new COVID-19 cases, including 6 domestic infections CNA 26 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan on Saturday reported 69 new COVID-19 cases, which included six domestically transmitted infections and 63 that originated abroad, but no new deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan sees 6 new local COVID-19 cases, one involving marine surveyor CNA 26 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan reported on Saturday six new domestic cases of COVID-19, one involving a man from Singapore who has recently been working in various harbor areas in central and southern Taiwan.
Chinese military slams US warship transit through Taiwan Strait PLA Daily 26 Feb 2022 -- "The US guided-missile destroyer USS Ralph Johnson (DDG-114) sailed through the Taiwan Strait on February 26 and hyped it up. The Eastern Theater Command of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) sent its forces to track and monitor the US warship's passage in the whole course," said Senior Colonel Shi Yi, spokesperson for the PLA Eastern Theater Command, in a written statement released on Saturday.
China slams as 'provocative' passage of US warship through Taiwan Strait Press TV 26 Feb 2022 -- China has denounced as "provocative" the passage of a US warship through the strategically-sensitive Taiwan Strait, which separates the self-ruled Chinese Taipei (Taiwan) from mainland China.
Chinese Army Calls US Destroyer's Passage Through Taiwan Strait Hypocritical Sputnik 26 Feb 2022 -- The US guided-missile destroyer USS Ralph Johnson's passage through the Taiwan Strait is hypocritical and futile, the spokesman for the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA), Senior Colonel Shi Yi, said on Saturday.
PLA Eastern Theater Command tracks, monitors US warship in Taiwan Straits: spokesperson Global Times 26 Feb 2022 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) tracked and monitored a US warship which made a transit in the Taiwan Straits on Saturday, and while the voyage of the US vessel seemed to be a regular move, it sent a wrong signal to the Taiwan secessionists amid their concern that they could be abandoned by the US like Ukraine, Chinese mainland experts said.
Taiwan's DPP accused of exploiting Ukraine issue People's Daily 26 Feb 2022 -- A mainland spokesperson on Friday accused Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authority of exploiting the Ukraine issue.
U.S. warship transits Taiwan Strait CNA 26 Feb 2022 -- A United States Navy destroyer sailed through the Taiwan Strait Saturday to show the nation's "commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific," the 7th Fleet under the U.S. Pacific Command said in a statement.
U.S. warship transit a signal to China not to move on Taiwan: experts CNA 26 Feb 2022 -- The transit of a United States naval vessel through the Taiwan Strait Saturday was meant as a warning to China not to make any rash moves on Taiwan in the wake of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine this week, defense experts told CNA Saturday.
Taiwan wary of potential ripples created by Ukraine crisis: defense minister CNA 25 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan's Minister of National Defense Chiu Kuo-cheng (邱國正) said on Friday the military is closely monitoring the crisis in Ukraine and remains cautious of any ripples it might create in the Taiwan Strait.
Taiwan evacuates citizens from Kyiv by bus amid Ukraine crisis CNA 25 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said Friday it had evacuated 13 people by bus from the Ukrainian capital Kyiv following the commencement of Russian military operations in the country Thursday.
Taiwan reports 68 new COVID-19 cases, one new death CNA 25 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan on Friday reported 68 new COVID-19 cases -- three domestically transmitted infections and 65 that originated abroad -- and one new death from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan reports two domestic cases of unknown origin, one death CNA 25 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan reported two domestic cases Friday whose source of infection remained unknown, which were among a total of 68 new COVID-19 cases, according to Health Minister Chen Shih-chung (陳時中).
Taiwan to join international sanctions against Russia (update) CNA 25 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan on Friday announced that it will join the United States and other countries in imposing sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, but did not immediately provide details.
Taiwan joins sanctions against Russia, including semiconductor export ban Radio Free Asia 25 Feb 2022 -- Democratic Taiwan on Friday said it would join the U.S. and its allies in imposing sanctions on Russia following its invasion of Ukraine, in a move that will disrupt exports of cutting-edge technology from the world's biggest contract chipmaker, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC).
Taiwan to join international sanctions against Russia CNA 25 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan on Friday announced that it will take part in international sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, but did not provide any details immediately.
Taiwan eases COVID-19 prevention measures People's Daily 25 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan will relax several of its COVID-19 prevention measures from March 1, given that the local epidemic situation is stable and under control, the island's disease-monitoring agency said Thursday.
Taiwan accuses Russia of 'changing status quo' over Ukraine actions CNA 24 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan on Thursday accused Russia of "changing the status quo" and reiterated a call for a peaceful resolution to disputes after Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the commencement of military operations in Ukraine.
Taiwan reports 80 new COVID-19 cases, including 7 domestic CNA 24 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan on Thursday reported 80 new COVID-19 cases -- seven domestically transmitted infections and 73 that originated abroad -- and no new deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan to shorten quarantine, grant entry to business travelers from March 7 (update) CNA 24 Feb 2022 -- Beginning March 7, Taiwan will shorten the quarantine period for all arrivals in the country and those who come into contact with anyone who tests positive for COVID-19, from 14 to 10 days, as well as grant entry to business travelers, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said Thursday.
Taiwan Foreign Minister Calls US Help Critical to Deterring War with China VOA 24 Feb 2022 -- As Taiwan continues to face a military threat from China, Foreign Minister Joseph Wu said this week the Taiwanese government continues to focus on its "asymmetric defense" capability — including U.S. assistance — to make it an unattractive target, despite its limited military power.
DPP mocked of being 'pathetic, desperate' to connect Taiwan with Ukraine for US protection Global Times 24 Feb 2022 -- While the secessionist Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authority in Taiwan is "self-indulging" in expressing so-called empathy for Ukraine's situation and vowed to enhance military readiness in the island, netizens from across the Taiwan Straits seem to have clearer minds as they mocked the DPP for being pathetic and desperate to believe that the US will stand with them if a war breaks out in the Straits one day, as Taiwan is not Ukraine.
Many in China draw parallels between Ukraine and Beijing's claim on Taiwan Radio Free Asia 24 Feb 2022 -- Beijing on Thursday called for restraint following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, but said the movement of troops wasn't an invasion, and came against "a very complicated historical background."
China's national reunification must, will surely be realized: spokesperson People's Daily 24 Feb 2022 -- Through joint efforts from compatriots on both sides of the Taiwan Strait, China's national reunification must be and will surely be realized, noted a mainland spokesperson Wednesday.
Taiwan reports 56 new COVID-19 cases, including 2 domestic CNA 23 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan on Wednesday reported 56 new COVID-19 cases -- two domestically transmitted infections and 54 that originated abroad -- and no new deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan reports 2 new domestic COVID cases; Farglory FTZ cluster ends CNA 23 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan's Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) on Wednesday reported two new domestically transmitted COVID-19 cases and said that the cluster infections in Taoyuan's Farglory Free Trade Zone (FTZ) had ended.
89 hospitals in Taiwan offer special clinics to treat long COVID CNA 23 Feb 2022 -- A total of 89 hospitals in Taiwan are now offering special clinics to treat people who suffer from post-COVID-19 conditions, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said Wednesday.
Taiwan condemns Russia for violation of Ukraine's sovereignty CNA 23 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan's government condemns Russia for undermining Ukraine's sovereignty and calls for peaceful means to resolve disputes, President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) said Wednesday.
DPP's Taiwan-Ukraine comparison self-indulging: mainland official Global Times 23 Feb 2022 -- The secessionist Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) in Taiwan is self-indulging in expressing so-called empathy for Ukraine's situation, which hides the DPP's malicious intent to "internationalize" the Taiwan question, a purely internal affair, and hype anti-mainland sentiments on the island, mainland authorities said Wednesday.
DPP's so-called sympathy for Ukraine 'self-serving': spokesperson Global Times 23 Feb 2022 -- The secessionist DPP authority's so-called "sympathy" for Ukraine's situation is 'self-serving,' Ma Xiaoguang, spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, commented on Wednesday.
Chinese Foreign Ministry: Taiwan Is 'Not Ukraine' RFE/RL 23 Feb 2022 -- China's Foreign Ministry has said that Taiwan is "not Ukraine" and has always been a part of China, following Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen's call to bolster vigilance in the face of the territorial crisis in Eastern Europe.
'Taiwan not a provocateur,' foreign minister says to ex-U.S. official CNA 23 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan will not be a "provocateur" across the Taiwan Strait but continues to beef up its defense capabilities to protect its democratic way of life in the event of a Chinese invasion, its foreign minister told a former United States defense chief Tuesday.
Taiwan's DPP urged to stop obstructing Kinmen-Xiamen ferry links People's Daily 23 Feb 2022 -- A State Council Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson on Wednesday urged Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authority to stop obstructing ferry links between Kinmen and Xiamen.
Taiwan reports 44 new COVID-19 cases, including 5 domestic CNA 22 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan on Tuesday reported 44 new COVID-19 cases -- five domestically transmitted infections and 39 that originated abroad -- and no new deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
All new domestic COVID-19 cases tested positive in quarantine: CECC CNA 22 Feb 2022 -- The five new domestic COVID-19 cases recorded in Taiwan Tuesday all tested positive during quarantine, and are related to previously reported clusters of unknown origin, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan to retire M41A3 'Walker Bulldog' tanks after over six decades CNA 22 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan's military will officially decommission its M41A3 "Walker Bulldog" tanks this Friday after more than six decades of service, a military officer told CNA Tuesday.
Taiwan reports 49 new COVID-19 cases, including 4 domestic CNA 21 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan on Monday confirmed 49 new COVID-19 cases -- four domestically transmitted infections and 45 that originated abroad -- and no new deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan reports 4 new domestic cases, identifies origins of 3 others CNA 21 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan's Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) reported four new domestically transmitted COVID-19 cases on Monday and said three previously recorded cases thought to be imported or spread by close contacts actually originated in quarantine hotels.
China imposes sanctions against Raytheon, Lockheed firms over Taipei arms deal Press TV 21 Feb 2022 -- China says it will impose sanctions on two major military contractors of the United States that have already drawn sanctions from Beijing over their arms sales to the Chinese Taipei (Taiwan), the self-governed Chinese island.
China to Take Measures Against US Over Sale of Weapons to Taiwan - Foreign Ministry Sputnik 21 Feb 2022 -- On 11 February, the Biden administration unveiled its new Indo-Pacific strategy that focuses on strengthening US partnerships and Washington's presence in the region amid the increasing "challenges" posed by Chinese activity.
China vows to take countermeasures against Raytheon, Lockheed Martin for US' arms sale plan to Taiwan Global Times 21 Feb 2022 -- China decided to take countermeasures against Raytheon and Lockheed Martin after the two US defense firms acted as the main contractors in the latest US arms sale to the island of Taiwan, the Chinese Foreign Ministry announced on Monday.
Taiwan reports 70 new COVID-19 cases, including four domestic CNA 20 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan reported 70 new COVID-19 cases on Sunday, consisting of four domestically transmitted infections and 66 originating from overseas, with no new deaths from the disease, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said.
Taiwan reports 73 new COVID-19 cases, including eight domestic infections CNA 19 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan reported 73 new COVID-19 cases on Saturday, consisting of eight domestically transmitted infections and 65 originating from overseas, with no new deaths from the disease, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said.
CECC focusing on two new COVID-19 cases of unknown origin CNA 19 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan reported 73 new COVID-19 cases on Saturday, consisting of eight domestically transmitted infections and 65 originating from overseas, with the source of two further infections yet to be determined, according to Health Minister Chen Shih-chung (陳時中).
Taiwan reports 67 new COVID-19 cases, including 16 domestic CNA 18 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan reported 67 new COVID-19 cases on Friday, consisting of 16 domestically transmitted cases and 51 originating overseas, and no deaths from the disease, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said.
CECC closely monitoring religious group COVID-19 cluster CNA 18 Feb 2022 -- A growing cluster of COVID-19 cases that started at a religious gathering in Taipei has become an issue of major concern, as all but one of the 16 new domestic cases recorded Friday were linked to the group, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said.
Taiwan welcomes criticism of China's 'saber-rattling' from European Parliament Radio Free Asia 18 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan on Friday welcomed the passage of a foreign policy report through the European Parliament hitting out at China's military "saber-rattling" near the democratic island and its support for the will of its 23 million citizens.
Taiwan sees 14 new local COVID-19 cases, 10 tied to real estate cluster CNA 17 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan reported on Thursday 14 new domestic COVID-19 cases, of which 10 have been linked to a recently identified cluster involving a Taipei real estate agency, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan reports 68 new COVID-19 cases, including 14 domestic CNA 17 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan reported 68 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday, consisting of 14 domestically transmitted cases and 54 originating from abroad, and no new deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Amid Ukraine crisis, U.S. reaffirms commitment to Taiwan CNA 17 Feb 2022 -- The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to Taiwan amid concerns that a rumored Russian invasion of Ukraine could have knock-on effects for Indo-Pacific security.
European Parliament adopts security policies with Taiwan provisions CNA 17 Feb 2022 -- The European Parliament on Thursday adopted two security policies which include provisions that support Taiwan's meaningful participation in international organizations and call for peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait.
Chinese anti-sub helicopter enters Taiwan ADIZ for first time Radio Free Asia 17 Feb 2022 -- A Chinese anti-submarine helicopter was spotted inside Taiwan's air defense identification zone (ADIZ) for the first time this week, the island's Ministry of National Defense said.
Cabinet approves bill to toughen penalties for economic espionage CNA 17 Feb 2022 -- The Cabinet on Thursday approved draft amendments to the National Security Act to make economic espionage a crime punishable by a jail term of up to 12 years and a fine of NT$100 million (US$3.59 million).
Taiwan to change law to prevent 'economic espionage' by China Radio Free Asia 17 Feb 2022 -- The democratic island of Taiwan on Thursday laid out plans to defend its semiconductor industry from "economic espionage," boosting penalties for anyone leaking its cutting-edge technologies to China or other hostile countries.
Taiwan reports 67 new COVID-19 cases, including 14 domestic CNA 16 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan on Wednesday confirmed 67 new COVID-19 cases, including 14 domestically transmitted and 53 that originated abroad, with no new deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Ex-legislative aide gets 10-month jail term in national security case CNA 16 Feb 2022 -- The Taiwan Supreme Court has upheld a decision by a lower court sentencing former legislative aide Chen Wei-jen (陳惟仁) to 10 months imprisonment for national security offenses by developing a spy network for China, according to court documents released Wednesday.
Mainland aircraft spotted near Taiwan-occupied island 'exposes weak air defense' Global Times 16 Feb 2022 -- The defense authority on the island of Taiwan on Tuesday confirmed that a Chinese mainland civilian aircraft recently approached Dongyin Island, a Taiwan-occupied island not far from the Chinese mainland, and Taiwan side speculated that the Chinese mainland was testing Taiwan's response measures.
Taiwan records 1st COVID-19 Omicron death, 45 new cases (update) CNA 15 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan on Tuesday recorded its first COVID-19 death, an Omicron variant infection, and reported 45 new cases of the disease, including five that were domestically transmitted, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan receives second shipment of Moderna COVID-19 vaccine in 2022 CNA 15 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan on Tuesday took delivery of its second shipment of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine this year, comprising 1.4048 million doses, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan mulls easing border controls to let in foreign travelers CNA 15 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan is considering easing its COVID-19 related border restrictions, starting with the entry of foreign tourists and then lifting the ban on overseas travel by tour groups, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said Tuesday.
Chinese aircraft flying near Taiwan island a provocation, test: MND CNA 15 Feb 2022 -- The flight of a Chinese civilian aircraft near a Taiwan-held island not far from the Chinese coast earlier this month was likely meant to serve as provocation or a test of Taiwan's combat readiness, military officials said Tuesday.
Taiwan refutes French presidential candidate's 'Taiwan part of China' remark CNA 15 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan's government refuted on Tuesday a recent statement made by a French presidential candidate that Taiwan is part of the People's Republic of China (PRC) and should follow the "one country, two systems" arrangement proposed by Beijing.
Chinese mainland opposes Taiwan-related content in "U.S. Indo-Pacific Strategy" People's Daily 15 Feb 2022 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson Monday voiced firm opposition against the Taiwan-related content in a so-called "U.S. Indo-Pacific Strategy" report recently released by the U.S. administration.
Taiwan reports 54 new COVID-19 cases, including four domestic CNA 14 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan on Monday confirmed 54 new COVID-19 cases, consisting of four domestically transmitted cases and 50 that originated abroad, with no new deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Four new domestic COVID-19 cases reported in Miaoli, Kaohsiung CNA 14 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan reported four new domestic COVID-19 cases on Monday, involving residents of Miaoli County and Kaohsiung, bringing the number of clusters or individual cases with unknown sources being monitored by the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) to 11.
CECC outlines plan to shorten quarantine, relax border restrictions CNA 14 Feb 2022 -- The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) on Monday outlined its plan to shorten quarantine for those arriving in Taiwan and relax border restrictions for business travelers, though it did not provide a date as to when the new policies will be implemented.
Taipei to ease COVID-19 restrictions from Tuesday CNA 14 Feb 2022 -- The ban on eating in movie theaters is to be lifted from Tuesday, while junior and senior high schools will be allowed to hold pre-summer graduation trips for their students, the Taipei City government announced Monday.
China did not enter airspace of South China Sea island: defense ministry CNA 14 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense (MND) has denied that Chinese warplanes breached the airspace of the Taiwan-controlled Pratas Islands in the disputed South China Sea.
DPP, US link Ukraine crisis with Taiwan island, will only 'draw China, Russia closer' Global Times 14 Feb 2022 -- As tensions rise in Ukraine and attract the world's attention, Taiwan, an island that has been largely ignored for a while, has begun to link its discourse to the Ukrainian crisis, along with collaboration from some US officials who recently claimed that the Biden administration believes that the US' response to the Ukrainian crisis would be seen as a "proxy" for how it would respond to the Taiwan question.
Taiwan reports 52 new COVID-19 cases, including 12 domestic CNA 13 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan recorded 52 new COVID-19 cases on Sunday, consisting of 12 domestically transmitted cases and 40 that originated abroad, with no new deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Seven of 11 new local COVID cases linked to Kaohsiung gravel supplier CNA 12 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan reported on Saturday a total of 60 new COVID-19 cases, including 11 locally transmitted infections, most of which were linked to a cluster centered on a gravel supplier in Kaohsiung, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
60 new COVID-19 cases reported in Taiwan Saturday, including 11 domestic CNA 12 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan on Saturday recorded 60 new COVID-19 cases, consisting of 11 domestically transmitted cases and 49 that originated abroad, with no new deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
U.S. unveils new Indo-Pacific strategy, vows to work with Taiwan CNA 12 Feb 2022 -- The United States will defend its interests and deter military aggression against both itself and its partners in the Indo-Pacific region, according to a key strategy report released by the White House on Friday.
Taiwan tells citizens to leave Ukraine amid mounting tensions CNA 12 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) has advised Taiwanese nationals to leave Ukraine as soon as possible, after the United States warned that Russia could invade the Eastern European country soon.
Taiwan reports 79 new COVID-19 cases, identifies 2 new hotel clusters CNA 11 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan on Friday reported 18 new locally transmitted and 61 imported COVID-19 cases, and reclassified three previously confirmed cases as domestic infections involving guests who stayed in quarantine hotels in Taoyuan and Kaohsiung, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan Ranks Among Top 10 Democracies in Annual Index VOA 11 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan ranked as the eighth-strongest democracy in the world last year, according to the Economist Intelligence Unit's new 2021 Democracy Index, and as the second strongest in Asia and Australasia, even as democracies elsewhere continue to struggle.
Taiwan extends Harpoon missile maintenance deal with U.S. to 2025 CNA 11 Feb 2022 -- A maintenance contract with the United States for Taiwan's Harpoon missiles will increase by over US$27 million after it was extended to 2025, the Ministry of National Defense (MND) announced Thursday.
Taiwan reports 83 new COVID-19 cases, including 37 domestic CNA 10 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan on Thursday recorded 83 new COVID-19 cases, consisting of 37 domestically transmitted cases and 46 that originated abroad, with no new deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Booster shot rate, COVID-19 situation key to reducing quarantine: Chen CNA 10 Feb 2022 -- A potential plan to shorten quarantine length for arrivals to Taiwan from 14 to 10 days will depend on the overall COVID-19 pandemic situation and the booster shot vaccination rate in Taiwan, Minister of Health and Welfare Chen Shih-chung (陳時中) said Thursday.
Taiwan, Somaliland understand isolation, will enhance ties: FM CNA 10 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan's Foreign Minister Joseph Wu (吳釗燮) on Wednesday vowed deeper cooperation with Somaliland to help overcome the shared predicament of international isolation.
Taiwan calls on world to back Lithuania after latest Beijing sanctions CNA 10 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan on Thursday called on the world to stand in solidarity with Lithuania following China's suspension of beef imports from the Baltic state over its closer ties with Taipei.
Lithuania should adhere to one-China principle and reflect on human rights abuses: Foreign Ministry Global Times 10 Feb 2022 -- Lithuania should adhere to the one-China principle and reflect on its human rights abuses, a spokesperson from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Thursday.
Taiwan reports 54 new COVID-19 cases, including 10 domestic CNA 09 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan on Wednesday recorded 54 new COVID-19 cases, consisting of 10 domestically transmitted cases and 44 that originated abroad, with no new deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Four COVID-19 infections of unknown origin reported in Kaohsiung CNA 09 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan on Wednesday recorded 10 new domestic COVID-19 cases, with four of them linked to a family cluster in Kaohsiung, and the source of that cluster has not yet been determined, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
China slams US recent approval of arms sale to Taiwan PLA Daily 09 Feb 2022 -- "The move by the United States grossly interferes in China's internal affairs and undermines the relations of the two countries," said Chinese Defense Spokesperson Senior Colonel Wu Qian on Wednesday when responding to the statement made by the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) of the US Department of Defense on Feb. 7 saying that the US has approved a $100 million sale of the Patriot missile defense system and its supporting services to Taiwan.
Chinese Military Vows to Thwart Foreign Meddling as US Sells $100Mln Worth of Arms to Taiwan Sputnik 09 Feb 2022 -- Beijing previously urged Washington to stop meddling in China's internal affairs, and pledged to take all the necessary actions to protect its sovereignty.
China censures $100-million US arms sale deal with Chinese Taipei Press TV 09 Feb 2022 -- China's Defense Ministry has denounced a $100-million US arms sale to Chinese Taipei.
DPP arms deals would only push Taiwan towards disaster: spokesperson People's Daily 09 Feb 2022 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Tuesday lashed out at Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authority over its potential purchase of arms from the United States, saying that such a provocative action would only "push Taiwan towards disaster."
China urges U.S. to halt arms sale to Taiwan: spokesperson People's Daily 09 Feb 2022 -- China firmly opposes and strongly condemns the United States' plan for the sale of arms worth 100 million U.S. dollars to Taiwan and urges its immediate cancellation, a Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Tuesday.
Taiwan reports 48 new COVID-19 cases, including 26 domestic CNA 08 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan on Tuesday recorded 48 new COVID-19 cases, consisting of 26 domestically transmitted cases and 22 that originated abroad, and no new deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Four of 26 new domestic COVID-19 cases of unknown origin CNA 08 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan reported 26 new domestic COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, 22 of which were linked to previously reported clusters and four whose infection source is unknown, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said.
China vows to take powerful measures against US' latest arms sale to Taiwan island Global Times 08 Feb 2022 -- China on Tuesday vowed to take countermeasures after the US announced a plan to sell $100 million worth of Patriot missile upgrades to the island of Taiwan, which would be the first US arms sale to the island in 2022 and the second under the Biden administration.
China condemns US weapons deal with Taipei, warns of counteract Press TV 08 Feb 2022 -- China has condemned the $100 million US arms sale to Chinese Taipei, warning that it "seriously" undermines peace and stability in the region.
China Says US Should Cancel $100 Mln Deal on Weapons Supply to Taiwan Sputnik 08 Feb 2022 -- The US should cancel a $100 million deal on weapons supply to Taiwan, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Zhao Lijian said on Tuesday, adding that China will take necessary actions to protect its sovereignty,
Movement to Lower Taiwan's Voting Age to 18 Gains Momentum VOA 08 Feb 2022 -- At age 18, Taiwanese can live independently, get married, stand trial as an adult, and even get called up to serve in the military — but they cannot vote in presidential and legislative elections. A quarter of a century after democratization, Taiwan's national voting age has remained at 20 despite years of discussion and slow changes designed to enfranchise 18-year-olds.
U.S. announces sale of Patriot missiles support deal to Taiwan CNA 08 Feb 2022 -- The United States government announced on Monday that it has approved the sale to Taiwan of equipment and services aimed at improving the island's missile defense system for an estimated cost of US$100 million.
Taiwan thanks U.S. for approval of Patriot missile support package CNA 08 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan has thanked the United States after the Department of State approved the possible sale of equipment and services to Taiwan in support of its Patriot missiles program, a deal expected to be worth US$100 million.
Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States - International Engineering Services Program (IESP) and Field Surveillance Program (FSP) Support DSCA 07 Feb 2022 -- The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States (TECRO) of equipment and services to support participation in the Patriot International Engineering Services Program (IESP) and Field Surveillance Program (FSP) for five years, including engineering services support, designed to sustain, maintain, and improve the Patriot Air Defense System for an estimated cost of $100 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today.
Taiwan reports 49 new COVID-19 cases, extends Level 2 alert CNA 07 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan reported 49 new COVID-19 cases on Monday, consisting of two domestic and 47 imported cases, and extended the Level 2 COVID-19 alert currently in place until the end of February, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said.
Taiwan extends Level 2 alert, keeps Lunar New Year quarantine rules CNA 07 Feb 2022 -- The current Level 2 COVID-19 alert and eased quarantine rules for travelers returning to Taiwan for the Lunar New Year holiday will remain in place until the end of February, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said Monday.
Taiwan reports two new COVID-19 cases, two quarantine hotel clusters CNA 07 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan on Monday reported two new domestic COVID-19 cases, and reclassified three previously recorded cases as domestic after confirming the individuals involved were infected during stays in quarantine hotels.
Taiwan reports 43 new COVID-19 cases, including 14 domestic CNA 06 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan on Sunday reported 43 new COVID-19 cases, including 14 domestic, 29 originating abroad, and no new deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
14 new domestic COVID-19 cases all linked to existing clusters: CECC CNA 06 Feb 2022 -- The 14 new domestic COVID-19 cases confirmed in Taiwan on Sunday are all linked to previously reported clusters of the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan reports 72 new COVID-19 cases People's Daily 06 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan on Saturday reported 72 new COVID-19 cases, including 40 locally-transmitted infections and 32 imported ones, the island's disease-monitoring agency said.
Taiwan reports 72 new COVID-19 cases, including 40 domestic CNA 05 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan reported 72 new COVID-19 cases on Saturday, 40 domestically transmitted, 32 originating abroad, and no new deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
COVID-19 situation in Taiwan remains stable, despite uptick: CECC CNA 05 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan reported a noticeable increase in domestically transmitted COVID-19 cases on Saturday, but the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said the situation remains relatively stable.
U.S. House passes China competition bill, backs closer ties with Taiwan CNA 05 Feb 2022 -- The U.S. House of Representatives on Friday passed the America COMPETES Act to strengthen U.S. economic competitiveness with China, while demonstrating support for stronger relations with Taiwan.
Taiwan reports 71 new COVID-19 cases, including 25 domestic CNA 04 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan reported 71 new COVID-19 cases on Friday, consisting of 25 domestically transmitted cases and 46 originating from abroad, and no new deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan reports 71 new COVID-19 cases People's Daily 04 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan reported 71 new COVID-19 cases on Friday, including 25 locally-transmitted infections and 46 imported ones, the island's disease-monitoring agency said.
US should not misjudge 'rare warning' from China on Taiwan question: Global Times editorial Global Times 05 Feb 2022 -- In a recent interview with US media, Chinese Ambassador to the US Qin Gang said that if the Taiwan island authority, emboldened by the US, keeps going down the road for independence, it would most likely involve China and the US "in a military conflict." He also compared the Taiwan question to "the biggest tinderbox" between China and the US.
Taiwan thanks U.S. lawmakers for initiative to rename de facto embassy CNA 04 Feb 2022 -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) on Friday expressed gratitude after four United States lawmakers introduced bills to rename Taiwan's de-facto embassy in Washington the "Taiwan Representative Office."
Honduras says it will keep 'fluid' ties with Taiwan CNA 04 Feb 2022 -- Honduras' Foreign Minister Eduardo Enrique Reina has said the Central American nation will maintain its diplomatic ties with Taiwan while describing the relationship as "fluid".
US Counters China's 'Economic Coercion' Against Lithuania in Taiwan Dispute VOA 04 Feb 2022 -- A senior U.S. delegation visited Lithuania this week in a show of support for the Baltic state in its growing dispute with China involving Taiwan.
Taiwan reports 56 new COVID-19 cases, including 22 domestic CNA 03 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan reported 56 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday, consisting of 22 domestically transmitted cases and 34 imported, with no new deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan reports 22 domestic COVID-19 cases in Taoyuan, Kaohsiung CNA 03 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan reported 22 domestic COVID-19 cases on Thursday, including seven from Taoyuan and 15 from Kaohsiung, the two disease hotspots in the country, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan reports 53 new COVID-19 cases CNA 02 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan reported 53 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, consisting of 16 domestically transmitted cases and 37 originating abroad, and no new deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Experts call for rethink after large number of fatal Air Force crashes CNA 02 Feb 2022 -- On the afternoon on Jan. 11, a newly-upgraded F-16V fighter jet piloted by 27-year-old Captain Chen Yi (陳奕) disappeared from radar screens about 30 minutes after it took off from southwestern Chiayi air base on a routine training mission.
Does Taiwan need diplomatic allies? CNA 02 Feb 2022 -- On Dec. 10, 2021, Nicaragua severed diplomatic ties with Taiwan. It was the eighth country lost to China under President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) and the second time Nicaragua had dumped Taiwan under a Daniel Ortega presidency.
Taiwan reports 60 new COVID-19 cases, including 16 domestic CNA 01 Feb 2022 -- Taiwan reported 60 new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, consisting of 16 domestic and 44 imported cases, with zero deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
1 source unknown, 15 of 16 new domestic cases linked to known clusters CNA 01 Feb 2022 -- Fifteen of the 16 new domestic cases reported in Taiwan Tuesday have been linked to known cluster infections, but the source of one case reported in Kaohsiung remains unclear, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
U.S. Navy conducts Taiwan Strait transit days before VP Lai's Honduras trip CNA 01 Feb 2022 -- The United States Navy conducted a routine transit through the Taiwan Strait on Jan. 22, just three days before Taiwan's Vice President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) left for Honduras via the U.S. on Jan. 25.
Taiwan Closely Watches US Actions Toward Russia, Ukraine VOA 01 Feb 2022 -- Many in Taiwan are carefully watching the U.S. response to the Russia-Ukraine crisis, seeing parallels to Taipei's embattled relationship with China, which tests Taiwan's air defenses almost daily.

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