September 2022 - Taiwan Special Weapons News

Taiwan slams Russia for referendums in Ukrainian regions CNA 30 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) on Friday condemned Russia for its annexation of Ukrainian territory after holding "fake" referendums last week, while also strongly protesting against Russia's military actions in Ukraine since invading it earlier this year.
Taiwan Navy takes delivery of locally-made Yushan landing platform dock CNA 30 Sep 2022 -- The Yushan landing platform dock (LDP) manufactured by CSBC Corp., Taiwan was officially handed over to the Republic of China's (ROC) Navy on Friday at a ceremony in Kaohsiung.
U.S. senators sponsor bill to seek Taiwan's inclusion in ICAO CNA 30 Sep 2022 -- United States Senators Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) on Thursday jointly introduced a bill in Congress that seeks to facilitate Taiwan's efforts to take part in the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
Taiwan reports 43,505 new COVID-19 cases, 50 deaths CNA 30 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan reported 43,505 new infections of COVID-19 and 50 deaths from the disease Friday, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Protesters warn of Chinese authoritarian expansion ahead of PRC National Day Radio Free Asia 30 Sep 2022 -- Hundreds of protesters took to the streets of democratic Taiwan on Friday in a warning over Beijing's authoritarian ambitions and territorial claims on Taiwan, ahead of China's Oct. 1 National Day holiday.
US House of Representatives introduces its own Taiwan bill Radio Free Asia 30 Sep 2022 -- A week after the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee passed a bill on U.S. policy toward Taiwan, the House of Representatives Foreign Affairs Committee introduced its own version.
Legislators from Japan to Europe Visit Taiwan to Talk Defense, Chips VOA 30 Sep 2022 -- Visits to Taiwan by its official and unofficial allies are returning to pre-pandemic levels with increasingly high-level officials and parliamentarians visiting to strengthen ties and show diplomatic support.
Taiwan reports 44,880 new COVID-19 cases, 53 deaths CNA 29 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan on Thursday reported 44,880 new COVID-19 infections, including 215 imported cases, and 53 deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Paraguay clarifies president's remarks asking Taiwan for US$1 billion: MOFA CNA 29 Sep 2022 -- Paraguayan Foreign Minister Julio Cesar Arriola has clarified remarks reportedly made by his President Mario Abdo Benítez asking Taiwan to invest US$1 billion in the South American country to maintain diplomatic ties, stressing that both allies are bound by common values instead of money, Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said Thursday.
France, Japan, New Zealand speak up for Taiwan at ICAO meet: MOFA CNA 29 Sep 2022 -- France, Japan and New Zealand have spoken up for Taiwan's inclusion in the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) on the second day of the United Nations agency's triennial assembly held in Montreal on Wednesday, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), even though none of them specifically mentioned Taiwan in their addresses.
U.S. House of Representatives introduces its version of Taiwan Policy Act CNA 29 Sep 2022 -- United States Congressman Michael McCaul introduced on Wednesday the House version of the Taiwan Policy Act (TPA), with the aim to "strengthen Taiwan's defense and deter the aggression of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)."
1 Chinese military aircraft enters Taiwan's ADIZ CNA 29 Sep 2022 -- A total of 11 Chinese military aircraft and four naval ships were detected in areas around Taiwan on Thursday, including one warplane that flew into the southwestern part of Taiwan's air defense identification zone (ADIZ).
PLA's military countermeasures won't stop if DPP sticks to seeking "Taiwan independence" by force PLA Daily 29 Sep 2022 -- The PLA's military countermeasures will not stop, as long as the DPP authorities and the "Taiwan independence" separatists continue to seek so-called independence by military means, said a Chinese defense spokesperson at a regular press conference on Thursday.
Taiwan receives 4th shipment of second-gen COVID-19 vaccine CNA 29 Sep 2022 -- A total of 605,000 doses of the second-generation Moderna Spikevax COVID-19 vaccine targeting the original virus from 2020 and the Omicron BA. 1 subvariant arrived in Taiwan early Thursday, the fourth shipment of the vaccine, Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) head Victor Wang (王必勝) announced the same day.
Taiwan to lift entry quarantine, reopen to all visitors Oct. 13 CNA 29 Sep 2022 -- Travelers to Taiwan will no longer be required to quarantine on arrival, with effect from Oct. 13, while visitors from all countries will again be allowed to enter, but the number of arrivals will be capped at 150,000 per week, Premier Su Tseng-chang (蘇貞昌) announced Thursday.
Measures to lift Taiwan's border controls take effect CNA 29 Sep 2022 -- The first stage of Taiwan's lifting of border controls took effect on Thursday as arriving travelers no longer are required to take saliva-based PCR tests at the airport.
6 Chinese planes cross Taiwan Strait median line: MND CNA 28 Sep 2022 -- A total of 6 Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) planes crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait on Wednesday, according to Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense (MND).
U.S. speaks up for Taiwan's participation at ICAO assembly CNA 28 Sep 2022 -- The United States called for Taiwan's inclusion in the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) on the opening day of the United Nations agency's triennial assembly that kicked off in Montreal on Tuesday.
Taiwan reports 48,613 new COVID-19 cases, 38 deaths CNA 28 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan on Wednesday reported 48,613 new COVID-19 infections, including 192 imported cases, and 38 deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan reports 45,850 new COVID-19 cases, 28 deaths CNA 27 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan reported 45,850 new COVID-19 infections and 28 deaths from the disease Tuesday, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Nauru calls on United Nations to recognize Taiwan CNA 27 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan's Pacific ally Nauru called on the United Nations on Monday to recognize and include Taiwan in the U.N. system as the 77th General Assembly's General Debate held in New York came to an end.
Taiwan's inclusion in ICAO vital to regional aviation safety: Officials CNA 27 Sep 2022 -- The continued incursions by Chinese military aircraft into the skies near Taiwan pose a threat to its aviation safety and that of neighboring countries, which makes it imperative for Taiwan to be included in the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), Taiwanese government officials said Monday.
U.S. does not take position on Taiwan's sovereignty: official CNA 27 Sep 2022 -- U.S. State Department spokesperson Ned Price said Monday that the U.S. does not take a position on the sovereignty issue between China and Taiwan, a position not often explicitly stated by U.S. officials.
US Does Not Take a Position on Taiwan's Sovereignty, State Department Says VOA 26 Sep 2022 -- The United States does not take a position on Taiwan's sovereignty under Washington's "One China" policy, the State Department said Monday.
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson's Remarks on US Senator's Visit to Taiwan PRC MofA 26 Sep 2022
U.K. will work with allies to ensure Taiwan can defend itself: PM Truss CNA 26 Sep 2022 -- The new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Liz Truss said Sunday that her country is determined to work with its allies to make sure Taiwan can defend itself, a pledge that drew expressions of gratitude from the Taiwan government.
Attack on Taiwan could devastate global economy: Blinken CNA 26 Sep 2022 -- United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken warned that if Taiwan is attacked, the global economy could face devastation as most semiconductors in the world are produced there.
Taiwan reports 28,785 new COVID-19 cases, 56 deaths CNA 26 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan reported 28,785 new COVID-19 infections and 56 deaths from the disease Monday, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan's weekly COVID-19 infections down 3%, mostly BA.5 CNA 26 Sep 2022 -- The number of COVID-19 infections in Taiwan dropped last week for the first time in over a month, falling by 3 percent from a week earlier, with cases caused by the BA.5 subvariant making up 80 percent of the total, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan reports 38,980 new COVID-19 cases, 34 deaths CNA 25 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan reported 38,980 new infections of COVID-19 and 34 deaths from the disease Sunday, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
China vows 'most forceful steps' to oppose external interference in affairs of Taipei Press TV 25 Sep 2022 -- China has vowed to strongly confront any foreign support for the Chinese Taipei's independence from the mainland as the United States keeps courting the separatist forces on the Chinese-owned island.
Taiwan delegation signs US$2.6 billion deals for U.S. corn, soybeans CNA 25 Sep 2022 -- An agricultural delegation from Taiwan has signed letters of intent (LOI) with U.S. representatives to purchase more than US$2.6 billion of corn and soybeans from farmers in the states of Minnesota, Iowa, and Illinois.
Taiwan accuses China of misinterpreting U.N. Resolution 2758 CNA 25 Sep 2022 -- The Republic of China (Taiwan) government has condemned the People's Republic of China (PRC) for "intentionally misinterpreting" a 1971 United Nations resolution and using it as a pretext to argue against Taiwan being part of the U.N. system.
Taiwan thanks Philippine president for cross-strait peace appeal CNA 25 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan's government has thanked Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for his speech in New York on Friday in which he appealed for a peaceful solution to the situation across the Taiwan Strait.
Blinken reaffirms Taiwan Strait commitment in meeting with Chinese minister CNA 24 Sep 2022 -- United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken reiterated on Friday Washington's commitment to "peace and stability" in the Taiwan Strait during a meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi (王毅), according to the U.S. Department of State.
ROC Army to get its first female lieutenant general CNA 24 Sep 2022 -- Chen Yu-lin (陳育琳), the deputy director of the Ministry of National Defense's (MND) Political Warfare Bureau, will soon become the first female lieutenant general in the history of the Republic of China (ROC) Army.
EU, four allies speak in favor of Taiwan at U.N. general assembly CNA 24 Sep 2022 -- The leaders of the European Union and of Taiwan's four diplomatic allies on Friday expressed concern over the stability of the Taiwan Strait or voiced support for Taiwan's inclusion in the United Nations' system during the General Debate of the U.N. General Assembly.
Wang: China's Reunification Key to Peace in Taiwan Strait VOA 24 Sep 2022 -- China's foreign minister told the U.N. General Assembly Saturday that only when China is "completely reunified" can there be "enduring peace" across the Taiwan Strait.
Taipei starts rollout of second-generation Moderna vaccine CNA 24 Sep 2022 -- Taipei began offering Moderna's second-generation Spikevax COVID-19 vaccine to eligible recipients on Saturday amid a new surge of COVID-19 infections driven by the BA.5 subvariant.
Taiwan reports 38,371 new COVID-19 cases, 51 deaths CNA 24 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan reported 38,371 new infections of COVID-19 and 51 deaths from the disease Saturday, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan reports 40,025 new COVID-19 cases, 41 deaths CNA 23 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan reported 40,025 new infections of COVID-19 and 41 deaths from the disease Friday, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Italy's PM hopeful has concerns over China, vows closer ties with Taiwan CNA 23 Sep 2022 -- The politician favored to be Italy's next prime minister would reverse course on her country's support for China's Belt and Road Initiative and strengthen ties with Taiwan if a coalition headed by her party wins the country's general election on Sunday.
Taiwan, Czech Republic ink six cooperation agreements CNA 23 Sep 2022 -- Representatives from Taiwan and the Czech Republic have signed six memorandums of understanding (MOU) and cooperation agreements that will serve as a basis for bilateral cooperation on technology, education and culture.
US, Chinese Diplomats Discuss Tensions Over Taiwan VOA 23 Sep 2022 -- U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and his Chinese counterpart discussed on Friday the need to maintain open lines of communication to manage the relationship between Beijing and Washington, especially during times of tension.
Taiwan reports 42,470 new COVID-19 cases, 59 deaths CNA 22 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan reported 42,470 new COVID-19 infections and 59 deaths from the disease on Thursday, according to the Central Epidemic Command Centers (CECC).
Taiwan Policy Act unlikely to pass in current term of US Congress Radio Free Asia 22 Sep 2022 -- Taiwanese officials believe it is unlikely that the Taiwan Policy Act, which was passed by the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee last week, will clear the U.S. Congress before the end of the current term, the official Central News Agency (CNA) reported.
U.S. congressmen introduce bill to give Taiwan war reserve stockpile CNA 22 Sep 2022 -- Two American congressmen have introduced a bill to expedite the transfer and delivery of weapons to Taiwan and allow the creation of a war reserve stockpile there for better defense in the event of an attack by China.
Biden reaffirms opposition to changing cross-strait status quo in U.N. address CNA 22 Sep 2022 -- United States President Joe Biden reiterated the U.S. government's stance on upholding peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait and opposing unilateral changes to the cross-strait status quo in his address to the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Wednesday.
Taiwan Policy Act unlikely to clear current Congress: Taiwan official CNA 22 Sep 2022 -- It is unlikely that the proposed Taiwan Policy Act (TPA), which was approved by a U.S. Senate committee last week, will clear the U.S. Congress before the end of the current term, according to a senior Taiwanese official with knowledge of the issue.
3 major U.S. banks to exit China if Beijing faces sanctions for invading Taiwan CNA 22 Sep 2022 -- The heads of three major American banks pledged in a congressional hearing on Wednesday that if China was slapped with sanctions by the United States due to an invasion of Taiwan, they would withdraw from the Chinese market.
Taiwan records 46,902 new COVID-19 cases, 39 deaths CNA 21 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan reported 39 deaths from COVID-19 and 46,902 new infections on Wednesday, including 229 imported cases, with the youngest fatality being just three years of age, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said.
Canadian warship makes rare Taiwan Strait transit CNA 21 Sep 2022 -- A Canadian warship made a rare transit through the Taiwan Strait, a narrow waterway separating Taiwan and China, with a U.S. counterpart on Tuesday, marking the first time a Canadian military vessel has done so in nearly a year.
Chinese military slams US, Canadian warships' transit through Taiwan Strait PLA Daily 21 Sep 2022 -- The US navy destroyer USS Higgins (DDG 76) and Canadian navy frigate HMCS Vancouver (FFH-331) sailed through the Taiwan Strait on September 20 and hyped it up publicly. Army Senior Colonel Shi Yi, spokesperson for the Eastern Theater Command of the Chinese PLA, denounced such provocative move in a written statement released on Wednesday.
China calls US-Canada Taiwan Strait transit 'provocative' Radio Free Asia 21 Sep 2022 -- China on Wednesday denounced a Taiwan Strait transit conducted the previous day by two warships from the U.S. and Canada, calling it a “provocative move.”
USS Higgins (DDG 76) Conducts Operations with Royal Canadian Navy in South China Sea US Navy 21 Sep 2022 -- Royal Canadian Navy Halifax-class frigate HMCS Vancouver (FFH 331) concluded exercises in the South China Sea with Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins (DDG 76) Sept. 18.
US Opposes Unilateral Changes in Taiwan Strait Status Quo, Biden Says VOA 21 Sep 2022 -- The United States seeks peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and continues to "oppose unilateral changes in the status quo by either side,” U.S. President Joe Biden told the U.N. General Assembly on Wednesday.
Total number of COVID-19 cases in Taiwan exceeds 6 million CNA 20 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan reported 33 deaths from COVID-19 and 44,747 new infections on Tuesday, which pushed the total number of cases in the country since the start of the pandemic past 6 million, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan blockade could prompt international action: U.S. Navy official CNA 20 Sep 2022 -- China's navy has the ability to blockade Taiwan, but doing so could prompt a coordinated response by the international community to intervene to resolve the crisis for the island, said U.S. Vice Admiral Karl Thomas, commander of the Seventh Fleet, in a recent interview.
Biden's remarks that U.S. would defend Taiwan 'speak for themselves': Campbell CNA 20 Sep 2022 -- President Joe Biden's latest remarks that United States troops would help defend Taiwan in the event of a Chinese invasion "speak for themselves" while U.S. policy remains consistent and unchanged, a senior American official said Monday.
Taiwan's security chief's Thai visit leaked on social media in 'cognitive warfare' Radio Free Asia 20 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan has dismissed social media posts leaking sensitive details of an alleged trip by its national security director to Thailand as 'cognitive warfare.'
US, Canada Warships Transit Taiwan Strait VOA 20 Sep 2022 -- American and Canadian warships sailed through the Taiwan Strait on Tuesday, in the first military freedom of navigation operation since U.S. President Joe Biden said the U.S. would defend Taiwan if it were attacked by China.
Stability in Taiwan Strait in Spotlight Ahead of US-Pacific Summit VOA 20 Sep 2022 -- The United States has been increasing its military activities in Palau in recent months amid rising tensions with China, according to Palau's top diplomat who is visiting the United States ahead of the first U.S.-Pacific Island Country Summit next week in Washington.
Taiwan reports 28,210 new COVID-19 cases, 31 deaths CNA 19 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan reported 31 COVID-19 deaths and 28,210 new cases on Monday, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan's latest COVID-19 wave forecast to peak in late September CNA 19 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan's current surge in COVID-19 cases, which is being driven by infections of the BA.5 subvariant of the virus, is expected to peak in late September at a daily number of around 50,000, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said Monday.
Biden's statement meant to assure Taipei, deter Beijing: Scholars CNA 19 Sep 2022 -- United States President Joe Biden's latest statement that U.S. troops would help defend Taiwan in the event of a Chinese invasion is meant to reaffirm Washington's commitment to Taipei and to deter Beijing, two Taiwanese scholars said Monday.
Military to spend over NT$190 million on precision airdrop systems CNA 19 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense will be spending over NT$190 million (US$6.04 million) over the next two years on precision airdrop systems in a bid to improve the military's aerial delivery capability.
U.S. troops will defend Taiwan if China attacks, Biden reaffirms CNA 19 Sep 2022 -- United States President Joe Biden on Sunday reaffirmed that U.S. troops would defend Taiwan in the event of a Chinese invasion, in the clearest statement he has made on this issue since taking office.
US President reaffirms pledge to defend Taiwan from Chinese invasion Radio Free Asia 19 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan once again expressed its “sincere gratitude” after U.S. President Joe Biden said during an interview his country's military would defend Taiwan in the event of a Chinese invasion.
Biden's Taiwan Comments Raise Questions About US Stance VOA 19 Sep 2022 -- Officials in the administration of President Joe Biden keep insisting that nothing about the United States' policy toward Taiwan has changed, but the president's own repeated statements that the U.S. would defend the self-governing island in the event of an attack by China are making those assurances difficult for many to accept.
Taiwan reports 39,569 new COVID-19 cases, 39 deaths CNA 18 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan reported 39 deaths from COVID-19 and 39,569 new cases on Sunday, according to Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) data.
Taiwan reports 39,628 new COVID-19 cases, 40 deaths CNA 17 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan reported 39,628 new cases of COVID-19 and 40 deaths from the disease on Saturday, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan receives 1st shipment of second-gen COVID-19 vaccine CNA 17 Sep 2022 -- The first shipment of 804,000 doses of second-generation Moderna Spikevax COVID-19 vaccine targeting the original virus from 2020 and the Omicron BA. 1 subvariant arrived in Taiwan late Friday night and is scheduled to be distributed to local governments starting Sept. 24.
Chinese Rainbow CH-4 UCAV detected near Taiwan for first time CNA 17 Sep 2022 -- Two Chinese aircraft flew into the southwestern part of Taiwan's air defense identification zone on Saturday, one of which one was the Rainbow CH-4 unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV), reportedly detected for the first time operating near Taiwan.
Taiwan reports 41,430 new COVID-19 cases, 46 deaths CNA 16 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan reported 46 deaths from COVID-19 and 41,430 new cases Friday, the fourth straight day in which there were more than 40,000 new COVID-19 cases, according to Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) data.
China to sanction US weapon giants over arming Chinese Taipei Press TV 16 Sep 2022 -- China has decided to impose sanctions against two American weapon industry behemoths for their contribution to the Pentagon's arms sales to Chinese Taipei (Taiwan).
Taiwan suspends trial of visa-free entry for Russians CNA 16 Sep 2022 -- A trial program introduced in 2018 to offer Russian passport holders visa-free entry to Taiwan has not been extended after it expired on July 31, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) told CNA Friday.
Proposed U.S. Taiwan Policy Act draws mixed views from experts CNA 16 Sep 2022 -- Taiwanese experts on Friday were divided over the implications for Taiwan-China relations of a bill in the United States Senate that its sponsors have said would restructure U.S. policy toward Taiwan.
President Tsai pledges to deepen ties with like-minded democracies CNA 15 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan will continue to deepen cooperation with democratic nations to safeguard common values and freedoms amid authoritarian expansion in the world, President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) said Thursday at an event in Taipei that marked the 201st anniversary of the independence of five Central American nations.
European Parliament passes 'silicon shield' pro-Taiwan resolution CNA 15 Sep 2022 -- The European Parliament on Thursday overwhelmingly passed a non binding pro-Taiwan resolution, calling for the boosting of Taiwan's security by strengthening its "silicon shield."
Taiwan Policy Act would help Taiwan boost defense more swiftly: Scholars CNA 15 Sep 2022 -- A proposed bill that cleared the U.S. Senate Committee on Wednesday, which contains a promise to provide Taiwan up to US$6.5 billion to purchase arms and to regard Taipei as if it were a non-NATO ally of Washington, could help the country boost its defense capability more swiftly, Taiwanese defense experts said Thursday.
Taiwan lawmakers talk defense, trade with U.S. members of Congress CNA 15 Sep 2022 -- A delegation of lawmakers from Taiwan Wednesday met with their U.S. counterparts in Washington and exchanged views on recent developments in U.S.-Taiwan relations, cross-strait relations, and bilateral trade.
Taiwan Policy Act clears U.S. Senate committee CNA 15 Sep 2022 -- The Taiwan Policy Act (TPA) -- described by its sponsors as "the most comprehensive restructuring of U.S. policy towards Taiwan since the Taiwan Relations Act (TRA) of 1979" -- cleared the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee Wednesday in a 17-5 bipartisan vote.
U.S., Japan defense chiefs condemn China aggression against Taiwan CNA 15 Sep 2022 -- Defense ministers from the United States and Japan condemned China's recent aggressive behavior in the Taiwan Strait and the region, at a meeting in Washington Wednesday.
China's WZ-7 UAV detected near Taiwan for the first time CNA 15 Sep 2022 -- Four Chinese warplanes crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait on Thursday, according to the Ministry of National Defense (MND), which also reported for the first time that the Guizhou WZ-7 Soaring Dragon, a high-altitude unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), was detected operating near Taiwan.
Taiwan reports 45,470 new COVID-19 cases, 57 deaths CNA 15 Sep 2022 -- COVID-19 cases in Taiwan exceeded 40,000 for the third consecutive day Thursday, with the country recording 45,470 new infections and 57 deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan Policy Act welcomed by Taipei for enhancing relations with the U.S. Radio Free Asia 15 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan has expressed its “sincerest gratitude” to the U.S. Congress after the Senate Foreign Relations Committee passed a bill that would see a boost in military aid to the democratic island amid China’s increased aggression.
Latest US Congressional Delegation Reaffirms Taiwan Support VOA 15 Sep 2022 -- The U.S. Congress is moving ahead on bipartisan action strengthening trade and defense ties with Taiwan, as the self-governing island faces new threats from China.
Daily number of new COVID-19 in Taiwan approaches 50,000 CNA 14 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan reported 37 deaths from COVID-19 on Wednesday and 49,708 new COVID-19 cases, the second day in a row the number of new cases exceeded 40,000 as the Omicron BA.5 variant takes hold, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan Policy Act to receive bipartisan support in committee: Senator CNA 14 Sep 2022 -- A bill described by its sponsors as "the most comprehensive restructuring of U.S. policy towards Taiwan since the Taiwan Relations Act (TRA) of 1979," should receive bipartisan support at Wednesday's committee hearing, one of its initiators said Tuesday.
Taiwan reports 47,051 new COVID-19 cases, 17 deaths CNA 13 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan reported 47,051 new cases of COVID-19 and 17 deaths from the disease on Tuesday, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan lawmakers to hold talks with officials in Washington CNA 13 Sep 2022 -- Five Taiwanese lawmakers arrived in Washington on Monday for a visit during which they will meet American members of Congress and hold closed-door meetings with officials in the United States government who deal with issues related to Taiwan.
Taiwan man indicted over alleged illegal business for Chinese firm CNA 13 Sep 2022 -- A Taiwan national has been charged for allegedly engaging in business activities for a Chinese semiconductor firm without regulatory approval, according to prosecutors in Taipei on Tuesday.
Taiwan: Remarks by High Representative/Vice-President Josep Borrell at the EP debate on the recent developments European External Action Service (EEAS) 13 Sep 2022
Lithuania Deepens Relations With Taiwan Amid China Tensions VOA 13 Sep 2022 -- Lithuania's new representative office in Taiwan has begun operations although it has yet to physically open its doors due to delays, according to media reports.
Taiwan reports 25,583 new COVID-19 cases, 28 deaths CNA 12 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan reported 25,583 new cases of COVID-19 and 28 deaths from the disease on Monday, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Chinese drones now almost a daily appearance over Taiwan Radio Free Asia 12 Sep 2022 -- The Chinese military has intensified its drone incursions into the skies above Taiwan with almost daily flights of combat and reconnaissance unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
Taiwan Forces Fire Flares at Drone Near Kinmen Islands Sputnik 12 Sep 2022 -- Taiwanese forces on Monday fired flares at a drone that approached the Kinmen Islands, the Defense Ministry said.
Taiwan authorities likely failed to detect PLA helicopters as they announced first ever detection of a KVD-001 reconnaissance UAV Global Times 12 Sep 2022 -- The Taiwan authorities had likely failed to detect helicopters of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Army Aviation Force, observers said, as Taiwan armed forces authority announced on Sunday that they had for the first time detected a KVD-001 Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), which usually serves as communication relay for helicopters.
Taiwan reports 32,128 new COVID-19 cases, 29 deaths CNA 11 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan on Sunday reported 32,128 new cases of COVID-19 and 29 deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
2 Chinese planes, 1 drone cross Taiwan Strait median line: MND CNA 11 Sep 2022 -- Two Chinese fighter jets and an unmanned aerial vehicle crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait on Sunday, according to Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense (MND).
Taiwan reports 35,830 new COVID-19 cases, 30 deaths CNA 10 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan reported 35,830 new cases of COVID-19 and 30 deaths from the disease on Saturday, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
17 Chinese planes cross Taiwan Strait median line: MND CNA 10 Sep 2022 -- A total of 17 Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) planes crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait on Saturday, according to Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense (MND).
Taiwan reports 34,260 new COVID-19 cases, 55 deaths CNA 09 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan reported 34,260 new cases of COVID-19 and 55 deaths from the disease on Friday, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Latest US Delegation Departs Taiwan Following Recent Wave of Visits VOA 09 Sep 2022 -- A bipartisan U.S. congressional delegation led by Representative Stephanie Murphy, a Democrat from Florida, concluded a trip Taiwan on Friday, the latest in a string of high-profile trips by U.S. officials in recent weeks.
Taiwan president pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II's leadership CNA 09 Sep 2022 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) on Friday paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, who has died at the age of 96.
Taiwan reports 35,124 new COVID-19 cases, 29 deaths CNA 08 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan on Thursday reported 35,124 new cases of COVID-19 and 29 deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
19 Chinese planes cross Taiwan Strait median line CNA 08 Sep 2022 -- A total of 45 Chinese military aircraft and seven naval ships were detected in areas around Taiwan on Thursday, of which 18 warplanes and a drone crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait, according to the Ministry of National Defense (MND).
Taiwan Should Shoot Down Chinese Drones, Military Expert Says VOA 08 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan military experts are divided over how the self-governed territory should respond to Chinese drones, which have been entering the airspace over islands under its control near the Chinese mainland with increasing frequency.
Taiwan won't yield to China's threats, Tsai tells U.S. lawmakers CNA 08 Sep 2022 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) told a visiting delegation of American lawmakers on Thursday that Taiwan will not back down in the face of China's growing military coercion and will continue to work closely with the United States to safeguard regional peace and security.
US urged to 'slam the brakes' on Congress' provocation as lawmakers land on Taiwan following military sales Global Times 08 Sep 2022 -- The Chinese Foreign Ministry urged US politicians to immediately stop any form of official exchanges with China's Taiwan region, and stop sending wrong signals to Taiwan secessionists, in response to the ongoing trip by a US bipartisan delegation led by Representative Stephanie Murphy, vice chair of the House Subcommittee on Intelligence and Special Operations.
Taiwan trip a show of 'support': Visiting French lawmaker CNA 08 Sep 2022 -- French Senator Cyril Pellevat's visit with a parliamentarian delegation is a demonstration of the group's support for Taiwan, Pellevat said during a meeting with Legislative Yuan speaker You Si-kun (游錫堃) in Taipei on Thursday.
Taiwan in contact with Vatican amid rumors of Xi-Pope meet: MOFA CNA 08 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said Thursday that it was maintaining close contact with the Holy See, amid rumors of a potential meeting between Pope Francis and Chinese President Xi Jinping (習近平) in Kazakhstan.
Japan responds to rising China-Taiwan tensions by militarizing its remote islands Radio Free Asia 08 Sep 2022 -- Japan plans to beef up defenses on its remote islands in the East China Sea in preparation for a Taiwan Strait crisis, a move reflecting official strategic thinking but one likely to annoy China.
Taiwan reports 41,296 new COVID-19 cases, 26 deaths CNA 07 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan on Wednesday reported 41,296 new cases of COVID-19 and 26 deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan eyeing late September for rollout of updated COVID vaccines CNA 07 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan expects to receive 3 million doses of Moderna's second-generation COVID-19 vaccine in the coming weeks and begin administering them by late September, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) said Wednesday.
Fighter jets, helicopters conduct live-fire drill during Taiwan Army exercise CNA 07 Sep 2022 -- Apache helicopters and Taiwan's indigenous IDF fighter jets on Wednesday fired live ammunition during an Army exercise in southern Taiwan, which is being held over four days to test the combat readiness of the nation's troops amid rising tensions with China.
China calls on US to immediately stop military contact with Taiwan Press TV 07 Sep 2022 -- China has strongly objected to a potential sale of arms by the United States to Chinese Taipei, urging the US to immediately stop its military contact with the island.
Arms sales to Taiwan to continue despite China protests: US spokesman CNA 07 Sep 2022 -- The United States will continue to provide defensive weapons to Taiwan despite protests by Beijing over the recent approval by Washington of the sale of weapons systems to Taipei, a U.S. government spokesman said Tuesday.
Taiwan reports 36,707 new COVID-19 cases, 21 deaths CNA 06 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan on Tuesday reported 36,707 new cases of COVID-19 and 21 deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
President lauds Hualien troops' China drill response at inspection CNA 06 Sep 2022 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) thanked military personnel stationed on Taiwan's east coast for their response to nearby Chinese live-fire drills held in August, during a visit to Hualien Air Force Base on Tuesday.
Taiwan to ask countries to support its U.N. inclusion as assembly nears CNA 06 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan's government will again ask its diplomatic allies and like-minded countries to voice support for the nation's inclusion in the United Nations system, as the annual U.N. General Assembly is set to kick off next week, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said Tuesday.
Candidates in Taiwan's local elections could pledge to defend the democratic island Radio Free Asia 06 Sep 2022 -- Pro-independence groups in the democratic island of Taiwan have called on candidates in November's elections to sign pledges never to surrender in the event of a Chinese invasion.
Taiwan reports 24,103 new COVID-19 cases, 31 deaths CNA 05 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan on Monday reported 24,103 new cases of COVID-19 and 31 deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan to resume visa-free entry for multiple countries from Sept. 12 CNA 05 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan will resume visa-free entry privileges from Sept. 12 for travelers from the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Taiwan's 14 diplomatic allies, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) announced Monday.
Taiwan approves updated Moderna vaccine as booster CNA 05 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) on Monday approved the use of Moderna's second-generation COVID-19 vaccine as a booster shot for recipients at high risk of infection or severe disease.
F-16s upgrade on schedule despite weapons system delay: Air Force CNA 05 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan's Air Force said Monday that the upgrade of its F-16 A/Bs fighters will meet the scheduled deadline next year, but they will be fitted with alternative weapons systems, as there had been a delay in the delivery of the system being purchased from the United States.
China vows firm countermeasures against US' $1.1b arms sales to Taiwan island: FM Global Times 05 Sep 2022 -- China vows to take firm countermeasures against the US's latest approval of $1.1 billion in arms sales to the island of Taiwan, the largest since US President Joe Biden took office, and China has long urged the US to halt arms sales and military interactions with the island, including the mega-deal this time, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Monday.
China: US Arms Sales to Taipei Send Gravely Wrong Signal to 'Taiwan Independence Separatist Forces' Sputnik 05 Sep 2022 -- Beijing calls on Washington to stop building up tensions in the Taiwan Strait and also expresses strong opposition to the sale of US weapons and any foreign military contacts with the island, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said on Monday.
Tuvalu stands firm to remain Taiwan's lasting and loyal ally: Prime minister CNA 05 Sep 2022 -- Visiting Tuvaluan Prime Minister Kausea Natano on Monday pledged to "stand firm to remain a lasting and loyal ally" of Taiwan during a ceremony held in Taipei to welcome his first-ever visit to the country as the head of the Pacific island government.
Taiwan reports 34,358 new COVID-19 cases, 35 deaths CNA 04 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan on Sunday reported 34,358 new cases of COVID-19 and 35 deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan's Army to hold live-fire drills next week: military source CNA 04 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan's Army is scheduled to hold live-fire military exercises in southern Taiwan next week that will test the combat capabilities of its various units, including its combat helicopters and armored vehicles, amid rising tensions with China, a military source told CNA on Sunday.
China vows countermeasures against US' arms sales to Taiwan; provocative move only 'accelerates' reunification Global Times 04 Sep 2022 -- China urged the US to stop arms sales and military interactions with the island of Taiwan and immediately revoke the latest approval of $1.1 billion in arms sales to the Chinese region, vowing to resolutely take legitimate and necessary countermeasures against the package, the largest since US President Joe Biden took office.
U.S. announces US$1.1 billion missiles sales, logistics support for Taiwan CNA 03 Sep 2022 -- The United States government has approved three proposals to supply Taiwan with a total of US$1.1 billion worth of defense articles that include Harpoon anti-ship missiles and Sidewinder short-range air-to-air missiles, the Pentagon said Friday.
Latest U.S. arms sale to ensure Leshan radar station performance: source CNA 03 Sep 2022 -- A US$655.4 million surveillance radar contract extension proposed by the administration of U.S. President Joe Biden is aimed at ensuring the performance of Taiwan's Leshan Radar Station, which played an important role in detecting the 11 ballistic missiles fired by China into waters near Taiwan in early August, according to a source in Taiwan's military with knowledge of the matter.
China vows 'counter-measures' as US okays $1.1bn Taiwan arms sales Press TV 03 Sep 2022 -- China has warned the US of impending "counter-measures" following the Biden administration's approval of yet another $1.1 billion in weapons sales to Taiwan.
Taiwan president vows to engage with world despite Beijing's threats CNA 03 Sep 2022 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) pledged on Friday Taiwan's resolve to engage with the world to counter "a resurgence of authoritarianism," despite Beijing's threats, in her video speech delivered at an international forum.
Taiwan surpasses 10,000 COVID-19 deaths CNA 03 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan reported more than 30,000 new cases of COVID-19 for a fifth consecutive day Saturday and 42 deaths from the disease, which brought the total since the pandemic began to 10,028, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Biden asks Congress to approve $1 billion arms deal with Taiwan Press TV 03 Sep 2022 -- The administration of US President Joe Biden asked Congress to approve more than $1 billion in arms sales to Chinese Taipei (Taiwan), despite China's objections.
Taiwan approaches 10,000 COVID-19 deaths CNA 02 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan reported more than 30,000 new cases of COVID-19 for a fourth consecutive day Friday, and the 36 deaths from the disease brought the total since the pandemic began to 9,986, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
Taiwan grants EUA for 2nd-generation Moderna COVID-19 vaccine (update) CNA 02 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan's Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted emergency use authorization (EUA) for Moderna's second-generation COVID-19 vaccines for adults aged 18 years old and above, after a meeting of experts Friday.
U.S. drone package completion date of 2029 later than anticipated CNA 02 Sep 2022 -- Delivery of four MQ-9B "SeaGuardian" drones and ancillary systems purchased by Taiwan from the United States is expected to be completed by the end of 2029, about a year later than anticipated, according to a public notice on the package.
Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States - AIM-9X Block II Sidewinder Missiles DSCA 02 Sep 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 of AIM-9X Block II Sidewinder Missiles and related equipment for an estimated cost of $85.6 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today.
Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States - AGM-84L-1 Harpoon Block II Missiles DSCA 02 Sep 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 of AGM-84L-1 Harpoon Block II Missiles and related equipment for an estimated cost of $355 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today.
Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States - Contract Logistics Support for Surveillance Radar Program (SRP) DSCA 02 Sep 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 of Contract Logistics Support for the Surveillance Radar Program (SRP) and related equipment for an estimated cost of $665.4 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today.
US Approves Possible Sale of Over $1Bln in Military Equipment to Taiwan - Pentagon Sputnik 02 Sep 2022 -- The Biden administration is approving the sale of approximately $1.1 billion in military equipment including Harpoon and Sidewinder missiles to Taiwan, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DCSA) said in a series of statements.
Taiwan soldiers fire warning flares to expel Chinese drones CNA 02 Sep 2022 -- Soldiers stationed on Taiwan's Lieyu Islet fired warning flares after several civilian-operated Chinese drones were spotted in the vicinity at two separate intervals on Friday.
Taiwan Military Discloses More Data on Record Number of Chinese Flights VOA 02 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan's National Defense Ministry has started sharing more information about Chinese military activities as incursions across the median line of the Taiwan Strait hit a record high of 300 flights in August, according to publicly available data.
French senators' planned visit to Taiwan island aims at 'extracting profit' Global Times 02 Sep 2022 -- A few days after US-based Boeing Co sealed an aircraft deal worth $4.6 billion with Taiwan island's largest airline to replace aging Airbus planes, a French Senate delegation was reportedly about to start a visit to the island next week, as observers said the salespeople-like politicians aim to squeeze profits from the secessionist Taiwan authorities, who conventionally pursue those countries' "support" by offering economic incentives in any form.
Separatist forces full of tricks to stall reunification underestimate resolve of Chinese people: analysts Global Times 02 Sep 2022 -- The island of Taiwan has been an integral part of China's territory since ancient times. However, Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities, who have adopted a separatist stance, refusing to recognize the one-China principle, distorting and denying the 1992 Consensus, have even colluded with external forces in successive provocative actions designed to divide the country.
Taiwan reports new 34,118 COVID-19 cases, 36 deaths CNA 01 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan on Thursday reported 34,118 new cases of COVID-19 and 36 deaths from the disease, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC).
New COVID-19 resurgence in Taiwan on the way People's Daily 01 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan's disease monitoring agency has warned against another round of COVID-19 on the island as the number of new local infections reported in a single day has surpassed 30,000 for three consecutive days.
Readout of the Meeting of the United States, Japanese and Republic of Korea Trilateral National Security Advisors The White House 01 Sep 2022
Separatist forces full of tricks to stall reunification underestimate resolve of Chinese people: analysts Global Times 02 Sep 2022 -- The island of Taiwan has been an integral part of China's territory since ancient times. However, Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities, who have adopted a separatist stance, refusing to recognize the one-China principle, distorting and denying the 1992 Consensus, have even colluded with external forces in successive provocative actions designed to divide the country.
Taiwan downs 'Chinese drone' over outlying islet Radio Free Asia 01 Sep 2022 -- The Taiwanese military shot down an "unidentified drone" on Thursday that was spotted flying over Lion islet in Kinmen, the first time after days of drone incursions from China.
Taiwan troops on Kinmen shoot down Chinese drone for first time CNA 01 Sep 2022 -- Troops on Kinmen's Shi Island (獅嶼) shot down a Chinese civilian-operated drone Thursday, the first such shootdown since Taiwan ordered a more robust response to unauthorized incursions.
Taiwan Shoots Down Unidentified Drone by China Coastline VOA 01 Sep 2022 -- Taiwan's military on Thursday shot down an unidentified civilian drone off China's coastline, according to Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense.
53 Chinese planes detected around Taiwan, with 14 having crossed median line CNA 01 Sep 2022 -- A total of 53 Chinese military aircraft and eight naval ships were detected in areas around Taiwan on Thursday, with 14 of the planes having crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait, according to the Ministry of National Defense (MND).
Tycoon reclaims Taiwan citizenship, donates NT$1 billion to defense against China CNA 01 Sep 2022 -- Robert Tsao (曹興誠), founder of contract chipmaker United Microelectronics Corp. (UMC), said Thursday that he had regained Taiwanese citizenship and was donating NT$1 billion (US$32.79 million) to train a 3.3 million-strong militia in support of Taiwan's defense efforts against China.
Taiwan authorities' hyping of tense atmosphere is meaningless, FM says after reports alleging civilian drones were shot down Global Times 01 Sep 2022 -- Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin said that the Taiwan authorities are just trying to hype up a tense atmosphere after media reported that Taiwan armed forces had allegedly shot down a civilian drone from the mainland that visited the Kinmen islands around Thursday noon.
China Says Highly Appreciates Russia's Position on US Provocations in Taiwan Strait Sputnik 01 Sep 2022 -- China highly appreciates Russia's position regarding US provocations in the Taiwan Strait and its commitment to the One China principle, which is shared by over 170 countries around the world, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin said on Thursday.

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