April 2023 - Taiwan Special Weapons News

PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 30, 2023 ROC MND 30 Apr 2023
Taiwan, U.S. companies sign MOU on drone development CNA 30 Apr 2023 -- Thunder Tiger Corporation, a Taiwanese unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) manufacturer, said Sunday it signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on April 28 with American radar system developer Imsar Llc on the development of drones.
U.S. officials' participation in Taipei defense forum a 'major breakthrough': scholar CNA 30 Apr 2023 -- A Taiwanese defense expert said Sunday that an upcoming visit to Taiwan by 25 American defense contractors for a forum will be significant, because they will be accompanied by United States government representatives.
Taiwan's ex-president calls for dialogue with China after Greek forum CNA 30 Apr 2023 -- Former Republic of China (Taiwan) President Ma Ying-jeou (馬英九) called on all parties to urge the two sides of the Taiwan Strait to engage in dialogue to avoid war and strive for peace upon returning to Taiwan on Sunday after wrapping up a trip to Greece for a forum.
DPP's policy likely to provoke conflict between two sides of Taiwan Straits: Ma Ying-jeou Global Times 29 Apr 2023 -- Ma Ying-jeou, former regional leader of the Taiwan island, attended a forum in Greece on Friday and shared his experience of his latest trip to the Chinese mainland from March 27 to April 7, saying that the development of the mainland is far beyond his expectation and that the 1992 Consensus, which respects the one China principle, is "a guardrail" for the peace across Taiwan Straits.
U.S. help to Taiwan over Chinese threat should be 'fully global': Bolton CNA 29 Apr 2023 -- The United States should engage with other democracies around the world to help Taiwan fend off threats from China, former U.S. national security adviser and outspoken China hawk John Bolton told a pro-Taiwan independence event in Taipei on Saturday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 29, 2023 ROC MND 29 Apr 2023
China Flies Fighter Jets Around Taiwan VOA 28 Apr 2023 -- Taiwan's Defense Ministry said Friday 38 Chinese fighter jets and one TB-001 drone aircraft have circled the island.
Chinese military drone encircles Taiwan: MND CNA 28 Apr 2023 -- Nineteen Chinese military aircraft entered Taiwan's air defense identification zone (ADIZ) on Thursday and early Friday, including a TB-001 unmanned aerial vehicle that almost flew around the island, according to the Ministry of National Defense (MND).
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 28, 2023 ROC MND 28 Apr 2023
The Ministry of National Defense issues a press release about "the aerial navigation by a US P-8A anti-submarine aircraft" (April 28, 2023) ROC MND 28 Apr 2023
U.S. Navy reconnaissance aircraft transits Taiwan Strait CNA 28 Apr 2023 -- A U.S. Navy maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft transited the Taiwan Strait on Friday, in the wake of China sending 19 planes into Taiwan's air defense identification zone (ADIZ).
PLA Eastern Theater Command tracks, monitors US warplane's flight over Taiwan Straits: spokesperson Global Times 28 Apr 2023 -- The People's Liberation Army (PLA) has closely tracked and monitored a US Navy P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft that flew over the Taiwan Straits on Friday, a spokesperson from the PLA Eastern Theater Command said while warning that the theater command's troops remain on high alert to resolutely safeguard national sovereignty and regional peace and stability.
Defense spokesperson warns Taiwan's DPP against "inviting wolf into house" People's Daily 28 Apr 2023 -- A spokesperson of the Ministry of National Defense on Thursday warned Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities against letting in U.S. defense companies, comparing the move to "inviting a wolf into the house."
President Tsai lauds Taiwan-France parliamentary exchanges CNA 28 Apr 2023 -- Parliamentary exchanges between Taiwan and France have reached a new level, President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) said Friday during a meeting with a delegation from the French Senate.
Terry Gou blasts government's cross-strait policies in university speech CNA 27 Apr 2023 -- Business tycoon and Kuomintang (KMT) presidential hopeful Terry Gou (郭台銘) blasted the government's cross-Taiwan Strait policies on Thursday, while vowing to stop the "harassment" of Taiwan by Chinese warplanes if elected.
7th Fleet Aircraft Transits Taiwan Strait US Navy 27 Apr 2023 -- A U.S. Navy P-8A Poseidon transited the Taiwan Strait in international airspace on April 28, 2023 (local time). By operating within the Taiwan Strait in accordance with international law, the United States upholds the navigational rights and freedoms of all nations. The aircraft's transit of the Taiwan Strait demonstrates the United States' commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. The United States will continue to fly, sail, and operate anywhere international law allows including within the Taiwan Strait.
With final press conference, CECC set to disband CNA 27 Apr 2023 -- The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) held its final press conference Thursday ahead of its scheduled disbandment on May 1, when COVID-19 will be downgraded from a Category 5 to a Category 4 communicable disease.
25 U.S. defense contractors to visit Taiwan next week for forum: Source CNA 27 Apr 2023 -- Representatives from 25 U.S. defense contractors will arrive in Taiwan next Tuesday to attend an industry forum and meet with local officials, a military source told CNA Wednesday.
Taiwan inviting 'wolves' through US defense industry forum: China Press TV 27 Apr 2023 -- China has warned that the self-governing Taiwan island is inviting "wolves" into the homeland by hosting a US defense industry forum next week.
Mainland spokesperson slams DPP for undermining status quo across Taiwan Strait People's Daily 27 Apr 2023 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson said Wednesday that the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities blatantly advocated the "two states" theory, colluded with external forces to divide the country, and they were the destroyer of the status quo across the Taiwan Strait.
China Reveals It Arrested Taiwan-Based Book Publisher on National Security Charge VOA 27 Apr 2023 -- After days of speculation about the whereabouts of a Taiwan-based book publisher, Beijing revealed that authorities arrested the China critic for allegedly "endangering national security."
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 27, 2023 ROC MND 27 Apr 2023
The Ministry of National Defense issues a press release explaining the false speculation by the media regarding "Adjustment operations of important military positions in the Armed Forces" (April 27, 2023) ROC MND 27 Apr 2023
Taiwan sharing real-time intelligence with 'Five Eyes': NSB head CNA 26 Apr 2023 -- Taiwan's top intelligence chief on Wednesday said the nation has maintained "real-time" intelligence sharing with the "Five Eyes" alliance formed by the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
2023 Han Kuang drills to test response to latest PLA threats: MND CNA 26 Apr 2023 -- Taiwan's annual war games in 2023 will simulate responses to a potential Chinese invasion based on the latest threats posed by the People's Liberation Army (PLA) to test its combat readiness, the Ministry of National Defense (MND) said Wednesday.
French Senate delegation seeks deeper trade, investment ties with Taiwan CNA 26 Apr 2023 -- French Senate Vice President Alain Richard on Wednesday expressed hope of strengthening trade and investment cooperation with Taiwan, during a meeting with Premier Chen Chien-jen (陳建仁) in Taipei.
4 security teams assigned to protect 2024 presidential candidates: NSB CNA 26 Apr 2023 -- A total of four teams are to be assembled to provide security for candidates in Taiwan's presidential election, slated for Jan. 13, 2024, the country's top intelligence chief said Wednesday.
China on alert after EU calls for naval patrols in Taiwan Strait Press TV 26 Apr 2023 -- Chinese authorities is on high alert and prepared for any action posing a threat to China's sovereignty and territory, Beijing has declared after the EU's top diplomat called for European navy patrols in the Taiwan Strait.
Taiwan-based publisher under investigation in China: Chinese official CNA 26 Apr 2023 -- The founder of Taiwan-based Gūsa Publishing, Li Yanhe (李延賀), who has reportedly been detained in China since March, is under investigation for "suspected activities endangering national security," a Chinese official confirmed on Wednesday.
China probes Taiwan-based book publisher for 'endangering state security' Radio Free Asia 26 Apr 2023 -- China on Wednesday confirmed it is holding a Taiwan-based publisher under investigation for "activities that endangered state security," several days after he disappeared during a visit to Shanghai.
Taiwan to change COVID-19 classification People's Daily 26 Apr 2023 -- Taiwan plans to put COVID-19 in the same category of notifiable communicable diseases as influenza from May 1, the local disease monitoring agency said on Tuesday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 26, 2023 ROC MND 26 Apr 2023
Taiwan to downgrade classification of COVID-19, disband CECC (update) CNA 25 Apr 2023 -- Taiwan will reclassify COVID-19 from a Category 5 communicable disease to the lower Category 4 on May 1 and disband the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) after it was set up nearly 1,200 days ago, Deputy Health Minister Victor Wang (王必勝) said Tuesday.
Vulnerable to Chinese Air Attack, Taiwan Signs Deal With US to Maintain Fighter Aircraft VOA 25 Apr 2023 -- Taiwan and the U.S. have signed two deals worth close to $420 million for maintaining fighter aircraft operated by the self-governing island that China considers its own territory.
Taiwan Voters Consider US-China Tensions VOA 25 Apr 2023 -- When Taiwan's former and current presidents each embarked on overseas trips this month, their travels highlighted how rising tensions between the United States and China are seen by the islands' voters who will pick a new leader in January.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 25, 2023 ROC MND 25 Apr 2023
Taiwan, Guatemala leaders hold bilateral talks in Taipei CNA 25 Apr 2023 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) and her Guatemalan counterpart Alejandro Giammattei held bilateral talks in Taipei on Tuesday.
Guatemalan president calls for support for Taiwan amid Chinese threat CNA 25 Apr 2023 -- The international community should support Taiwan in the face of threats from China, visiting Guatemalan President Alejandro Giammattei told Taiwan's Legislature on Tuesday.
MAC condemns China's arrest of Taiwanese activist CNA 25 Apr 2023 -- China's "willful" arrest of Taiwanese activist Yang Chih-yuan (楊智淵) severely hurts the rights of Taiwanese people and creates fear that will dampen cross-strait relations, Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) said Tuesday.
China approves arrest of Taiwanese activist: Beijing media CNA 25 Apr 2023 -- The Supreme People's Procuratorate has granted a request to arrest Taiwanese activist Yang Chih-yuan (楊智淵), who has been detained since Aug. 3, 2022 in Wenzhou on charges of secession, Chinese media reported Tuesday.
China to prosecute Taiwan pro-independence politician for 'secession' Radio Free Asia 25 Apr 2023 -- Chinese authorities have announced the formal arrest of a leading Taiwanese nationalist politician for 'secession' after holding him incommunicado for months, paving the way for a criminal trial over his activities on the democratic island.
Taiwan question not comparable to Korean Peninsula issue: Chinese Embassy in S.Korea Global Times 25 Apr 2023 -- The issue of the Korean Peninsula and the Taiwan question are not comparable as they have a different nature and an evolving process, the Chinese Embassy in South Korea said on Monday in response to South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol's Taiwan-related remarks.
Zhejiang procuratorate approves arrest of Taiwan resident suspected of endangering national security Global Times 25 Apr 2023 -- The Wenzhou procuratorate in East China's Zhejiang Province has approved the arrest of Yang Chih-yuan on suspicion of crimes of splitting the country, according to China's Supreme People's Procuratorate (SPP) on Tuesday. Yang, a resident from the Taiwan island, is suspected of engaging in separatist activities and endangering national security.
China approves arrest of Taiwanese activist: Beijing media CNA 24 Apr 2023 -- The Supreme People's Procuratorate has granted a request to arrest Taiwanese activist Yang Chih-yuan (楊智淵), who has been detained since Aug. 3, 2022 in Wenzhou on charges of secession, Chinese media reported Tuesday.
Taiwan to begin requiring female reservists to undergo military training CNA 24 Apr 2023 -- Taiwan's military will ask a first group of female veterans to undergo five-to-seven days of reservist training on May 8, a military source told CNA on Sunday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 24, 2023 ROC MND 24 Apr 2023
The Ministry of National Defense issues a press release in relation to "the vessel formation of the Shandong CCP aircraft carrier conducting navigation training in the Western Pacific" (April 24, 2023) ROC MND 24 Apr 2023
PLA aircraft carrier fleet seen not far from Taiwan: MND CNA 24 Apr 2023 -- A naval fleet including China's newest aircraft carrier, the Shandong, has been detected 120 nautical miles southeast of Taiwan's southernmost point, the Ministry of National Defense (MND) said Monday.
Guatemala president arrives in Taiwan for four-day state visit CNA 24 Apr 2023 -- President of Guatemala Alejandro Giammattei arrived in Taiwan on Monday for his first ever state visit to reaffirm his country's support for the ally amid intensified cross-strait tensions.
Taiwan, China can coexist as brothers: DPP presidential nominee CNA 23 Apr 2023 -- Taiwan and China can coexist as brothers and thrive together across the Taiwan Strait, Vice President Lai Ching-te (賴清德), who will represent the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) in the 2024 presidential election, said Sunday.
French Senate vice president to visit Taiwan next week CNA 23 Apr 2023 -- French Senate Vice President Alain Richard will lead a parliamentary delegation on a visit to Taiwan next week, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) announced Sunday.
Top EU diplomat calls for European navy patrols in Taiwan Strait amid tensions Press TV 23 Apr 2023 -- The European Union's foreign policy chief has called for maritime patrols along the Taiwan Strait in a sharp contrast to France's announcement that it is opposed to the EU being caught up in the escalation of tensions between China and the United States.
China lodges complaint with South Korea over Taiwan remarks Press TV 23 Apr 2023 -- China has lodged a complaint with South Korea over "erroneous" remarks made by the country's president about Chinese Taipei (Taiwan).
EU Foreign Policy Chief Urges European Navies to Patrol Taiwan Strait Amid Tensions Sputnik 23 Apr 2023 -- Borrell earlier dubbed Taiwan part of the EU's "geostrategic belt" to maintain peace, adding that the island is also of importance to the bloc "in economic terms."
Call of top EU diplomat for European navies to patrol the Taiwan Straits 'very dangerous' Global Times 23 Apr 2023 -- The latest remarks by the EU's top diplomat Josep Borrell, who called for European navies to patrol the Taiwan Straits, caused huge controversy on Sunday as some Chinese observers said the comments are "extremely dangerous" and signal "a retrogression" of the EU's stance on the Taiwan question following the recent G7 meeting during which the US tried to pressure its allies to take a tougher position on the matter.
Philippines raises concerns with China about spiraling Taiwan tensions Radio Free Asia 23 Apr 2023 -- The Philippines on Saturday raised concerns with China about soaring tensions related to neighbor Taiwan when the two countries' top diplomats met in Manila.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 23, 2023 ROC MND 23 Apr 2023
Blindly following US is bound to restrict S.Korea's room for diplomatic work, experts warn Global Times 23 Apr 2023 -- With controversy over South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol's Taiwan-related remarks continuing ahead of a US visit he is scheduled to make from April 24-29, Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong made solemn representations to South Korean Ambassador to China Chung Jae-ho over Yoon's erroneous remarks, the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Sunday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 22, 2023 ROC MND 22 Apr 2023
France Seeks to Calm Diplomatic Storm Over Macron's China-Taiwan Comments VOA 22 Apr 2023 -- France is trying to limit the diplomatic fallout after President Emmanuel Macron said Europe should reduce its dependence on the U.S. and avoid "getting caught up in crises that are not ours," following a state visit to China earlier this month.
PLA Navy releases anniversary celebration video, underscores resolution to shatter Taiwan secessionist forces Global Times 22 Apr 2023 -- One day ahead of its 74th founding anniversary, the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy released a celebration video on Saturday, revealing a large amount of information that experts said highlighted the country's resolution to shatter secessionist forces on the island of Taiwan and safeguard national sovereignty.
Proposed U.S. bill takes aim at PRC cyberattacks against Taiwan CNA 21 Apr 2023 -- Four United States senators and representatives introduced legislation Thursday that would enable the Pentagon to cooperate with Taiwan in fortifying its cybersecurity against China.
FM Qin says both sides of Taiwan Strait China's, warns against 'playing with fire' Press TV 21 Apr 2023 -- Chinese foreign minister Qin Gang said on Friday that both sides of the strategic Taiwan Strait belong to China while reaffirming Beijing's resolve to safeguard its sovereignty and international order.
Taiwanese students singing mainland Chinese 'propaganda song' sparks backlash Radio Free Asia 21 Apr 2023 -- The piece was titled "We Sing the Same Song," sung by elementary school students in Taiwan for a state-run television special in China over the Lunar New Year.
China hawk John Bolton to be first 2024 White House hopeful to visit Taiwan Radio Free Asia 21 Apr 2023 -- An outspoken China hawk who is seeking the White House is due to become the first 2024 presidential hopeful to visit Taiwan as American political positions toward Beijing harden ahead of next year's U.S. election.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 21, 2023 ROC MND 21 Apr 2023
Chinese yuan deposits in Taiwan banks fall to lowest in over 9 years CNA 21 Apr 2023 -- The value of Chinese yuan deposits held by the Taiwanese banking system continues to fall and reached the lowest level in more than nine years at the end of March, with the interest rate hike cycle by the U.S. Federal Reserve prompting investors to move to greenback-denominated assets, according to the local central bank.
7 indicted in espionage case involving retired Air Force captain CNA 21 Apr 2023 -- A retired Air Force captain and six active military officers in Taiwan's Air Force and Navy were indicted in Kaohsiung on Thursday for allegedly spying for communist China.
Is the Taiwan Strait open to international vessels under international law? Radio Free Asia 20 Apr 2023
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 20, 2023 ROC MND 20 Apr 2023
US, Taiwan Defense Firms to Explore Weapons Co-Production VOA 19 Apr 2023 -- Defense contractors from the U.S. and Taiwan will resume in-person conversations next month to discuss possibilities of co-producing weapons, a move likely to ignite protests from China.
Manila Refuses to Allow Storage of US Weapons Meant for Taiwan Defense at Philippine Bases Sputnik 19 Apr 2023 -- The Philippine government has said it will not allow the United States to use its bases in the country as staging places for potential operations against China in case of a war over Taiwan.
Taiwan will not be 'provocateur' in cross-strait relations: Tsai CNA 19 Apr 2023 -- Taiwan's government will not be a "provocateur" in cross-Taiwan Strait relations as it works with "democratic partners" to promote peace and stability in the region, President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) told the American business community in Taipei on Wednesday.
Taiwan is U.S. valued friend and important partner: New AIT chair CNA 19 Apr 2023 -- The new chair of the de facto U.S. embassy to Taiwan on Wednesday told President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) that Taiwan is an important friend and partner of America.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 19, 2023 ROC MND 19 Apr 2023
Navy Command issues a press release in response to media reports that "the delivery of Harpoon missiles the United States sold to Taiwan has been delayed" (April 19, 2023) ROC MND 19 Apr 2023
U.S. must be ready to 'fight and win' against China over Taiwan: Admiral CNA 19 Apr 2023 -- The head of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, Admiral John C. Aquilino, has warned Washington must be ready to "fight and win" if it fails to deter China from taking military action against Taiwan.
EU foreign policy chief highlights importance of Taiwan Strait peace CNA 19 Apr 2023 -- European Union (EU) Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell on Tuesday underscored the importance to Europe of maintaining peace in the Taiwan Strait, singling out Taiwan's location along one of the world's key shipping routes and its role as a semiconductor manufacturing hub.
Taiwan welcomes U.S. military instructor help with training CNA 18 Apr 2023 -- Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense (MND) on Tuesday said it welcomes the ongoing efforts of the United States to help the country train its troops after a source told CNA Monday that nearly 200 active duty American military instructors are currently in Taiwan training military personnel.
US sends scores of military advisers to Taiwan as China threat continues Radio Free Asia 18 Apr 2023 -- Around 200 U.S. military advisers have been deployed to Taiwan, reportedly to train local troops against potential attacks from China, five times the number of American personnel based on the island at the end of last year.
Taiwan's Navy commander appointed new chief of the general staff CNA 18 Apr 2023 -- Commander of the Republic of China (Taiwan) Navy Mei Chia-shu (梅家樹) will take office as chief of the general staff, the top commanding post in Taiwan's military, on May 1, the Ministry of National Defense (MND) announced on Tuesday.
Reported US anti-ship missile sales to island of Taiwan slammed as 'playing with fire' Global Times 18 Apr 2023 -- The island of Taiwan will reportedly buy as many as 400 land-launched anti-ship Harpoon missiles from the US, a move Chinese mainland experts said on Tuesday is akin to playing with fire, and that the missiles could be destroyed before they have the chance to launch if a conflict breaks out.
Taiwan to buy 400 anti-ship missiles from US amid tensions with China: Report Press TV 18 Apr 2023 -- Taiwan is reportedly in the process of buying 400 land-launched Harpoon anti-ship missiles from the US in a move that is expected to draw condemnation from China which considers the self-ruled island part of its own territory.
Visiting French lawmaker meets VP Lai, relays Macron message CNA 18 Apr 2023 -- A delegation from the French National Assembly met with Vice President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) in Taipei on Tuesday and brought with it a message from French President Emmanuel Macron reaffirming support for the status quo in the Taiwan Strait.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 18, 2023 ROC MND 18 Apr 2023
Beijing Confirms Entry Ban Against Lockheed and Raytheon Execs Over Taiwan Arms Sales Sputnik 18 Apr 2023 -- The restrictions complement measures imposed in February which labeled the US weapons makers as "unreliable entities" and prohibited them from carrying out a range of export/import activities, investing in China's economy, and having employees living or working there.
G7 talks tough on Ukraine, Taiwan and Korea during Blinken's Asia trip Radio Free Asia 17 Apr 2023 -- U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in Japan where he, together with other foreign ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) nations, discussed a common approach to the war in Ukraine Monday, confirming "that they remain committed to intensifying, fully coordinating and enforcing sanctions against Russia, as well as to continuing strong support for Ukraine," according to a Japanese Foreign Affairs Ministry statement.
Military sources say around 200 U.S. advisers currently in Taiwan CNA 17 Apr 2023 -- Around 200 U.S. military advisers are currently stationed at bases across Taiwan, sources within the armed forces said Monday.
7th Fleet Destroyer Transits Taiwan Strait US Navy 17 Apr 2023 -- The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69) conducted a routine Taiwan Strait transit April 16 (local time) through waters where high-seas freedoms of navigation and overflight apply in accordance with international law.
U.S. warship sails through Taiwan Strait CNA 17 Apr 2023 -- The U.S. Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Milius sailed through the Taiwan Strait on Sunday with the U.S. Navy calling the voyage a "routine" transit.
US warship's Taiwan Straits transit 'powerless' under PLA watch after island encirclement drills Global Times 17 Apr 2023 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) kept a US warship under watch as it made a transit through the Taiwan Straits on Sunday, with experts saying on Monday that such US provocations are no longer significant after the PLA again displayed its capabilities in the latest island encirclement patrols and joint drills.
US warship sails through Taiwan Strait days after Chinese military drills Press TV 17 Apr 2023 -- The US Navy has said its guided-missile destroyer, the USS Milius, had sailed through the Taiwan Strait in a so-called "freedom of navigation" operation days after China staged massive military maneuvers around the self-ruled island.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 17, 2023 ROC MND 17 Apr 2023
Visit to show support for Taiwan, for maintaining status quo: French lawmaker CNA 17 Apr 2023 -- Their visit is meant to show support toward Taiwan and to reiterate that France's stance favoring maintaining the Taiwan Strait status quo has not changed, French lawmaker Eric Bothorel told reporters at the Taoyuan International Airport Monday.
Philippine govt, opposition slam Chinese envoy for comments on Manila's Taiwan policy Radio Free Asia 17 Apr 2023 -- The Philippine government and opposition have slammed the Chinese envoy for his statements on Manila's policy on Taiwan and its workers on the neighboring island, saying they will not brook any attempts at intimidation by Beijing.
2 French parliamentary groups to visit Taiwan in coming weeks CNA 16 Apr 2023 -- Two French parliamentary delegations are set to visit Taiwan in the coming weeks amid rising tensions across the Taiwan Strait, according to Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Debris from China's satellite launch poses no threat to Taiwan: MND CNA 16 Apr 2023 -- China launched a meteorological satellite from its north-central Gansu Province at 9:36 a.m. Sunday with some rocket wreckage later detected falling into a no-fly zone off the coast of northern Taiwan, which Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense said did not pose a safety threat.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 16, 2023 ROC MND 16 Apr 2023
The island of Taiwan unsure of how to respond to US' scathing assessment of its armed forces Global Times 16 Apr 2023 -- Citing previously leaked documents, The Washington Post reported on Saturday that the military of the island of Taiwan is "unlikely to thwart Chinese mainland military air superiority in a cross-strait conflict," highlighting a series of shortcomings in the Taiwan military's equipment and training. In response, the defense authority on the island of Taiwan stated that it "respects outside opinions about its military preparedness," but military experts said the "Taiwan military" is being slapped in the face by its master, yet still has to smile.
'No room for ambiguity' on support for Taiwan: French lawmakers CNA 15 Apr 2023 -- French lawmakers said Friday that they unequivocally support Taiwan and retention of the status quo in the Taiwan Strait, following their meeting with a visiting delegation of Taiwanese legislators in Paris earlier in the day.
DPP presidential nominee reiterates importance of cross-strait peace CNA 15 Apr 2023 -- Vice President Lai Ching-te (賴清德), who will represent the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) in the 2024 presidential election, reiterated the importance of peace between Taiwan and China on Saturday amid cross-strait tensions.
Mainland notice concerning space activities a customary practice: Taiwan Affairs Office People's Daily 15 Apr 2023 -- The Chinese mainland's recent notice concerning space activities was intended to warn air traffic service departments and airspace users of the possible effects of the activities -- a "responsible and customary practice to ensure flight safety," a mainland spokesperson said on Friday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 15, 2023 ROC MND 15 Apr 2023
Being sanctioned by China after Taiwan visit is 'badge of honor': McCaul CNA 14 Apr 2023 -- United States House Representative Michael McCaul said Thursday that China's sanctions against him in the wake of his recent visit to Taiwan were a "badge of honor."
China refutes European politicians' erroneous remarks on Taiwan question as pro-US camp reacts to Macron's 'strategic autonomy' call Global Times 14 Apr 2023 -- China on Friday refuted erroneous remarks on the Taiwan question made by some European politicians, whose provocative words were also seen as reactions from the pro-US camp toward French President Emmanuel Macron's recent comments that Europe must resist pressure to become the US' followers and avoid getting dragged into a confrontation between China and the US over the Taiwan question.
Reports on no-fly zone to north of Taiwan island inaccurate: FM Global Times 14 Apr 2023 -- Reports saying Chinese mainland is setting up a no-fly zone to the north of the island of Taiwan are inaccurate, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin said at a press conference on Friday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 14, 2023 ROC MND 14 Apr 2023
EU's Cooperation With Taiwan Not Implying Possible Diplomatic Recognition Sputnik 14 Apr 2023 -- The European Union's continuous deepening of cooperation with Taiwan is not indicative of any plans to recognize the island's independence, European Commission spokeswoman Nabila Massrali said on Friday.
Macron Backs Down on Taiwan for Beijing's Support on Ukraine, Experts Say VOA 14 Apr 2023 -- French President Emmanuel Macron has stunned allies by saying that Europe must reduce its dependency on the United States and avoid getting dragged into a confrontation between China and the U.S. over Taiwan, a position experts say is calibrated to persuade China to mediate the ongoing crisis in Ukraine.
Taiwan set to recruit 5,000 more military police: Source CNA 13 Apr 2023 -- Taiwan is expected to double the number of its military police in the coming years in a bid to beef up protection for the president and other top government leaders, a military source told CNA Thursday.
Visiting U.S. senator pledges expedite weapons delivery to Taiwan CNA 13 Apr 2023 -- A visiting member of the U.S. Senate Defense Appropriations Committee on Thursday said lawmakers were working on expediting weapons sales to Taiwan amid concerns over Chinese military coercion.
China's no-fly zone near Taiwan flouts norms, poses threat: Experts CNA 13 Apr 2023 -- China's short-notice announcement it will implement a no-fly zone north of Taiwan between April 16 and 18 shows its disregard for international rules and poses a threat to regional flight security, Taiwanese experts told CNA late Wednesday.
China's no-fly zone north of Taiwan linked to satellite launch: officials CNA 13 Apr 2023 -- A no-fly zone in the East China Sea north of Taiwan, announced recently by Chinese authorities, is linked to China's planned launch of a weather satellite on April 16, Taiwanese national security officials said Thursday.
China's modified no-fly zone to affect 33 flights CNA 13 Apr 2023 -- China's amended plan to close airspace north of Taiwan for 27 minutes on April 16 between 9:30 a.m. and 9:57 a.m. will affect about 33 flights, the Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MOTC) said Thursday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 13, 2023 ROC MND 13 Apr 2023
China Sanctions US Congressman for Visiting Taiwan Sputnik 13 Apr 2023 -- China has imposed sanctions against US Congressman Michael McCaul, Chair of the US House Foreign Affairs Committee, for violating the one-China principle while visiting Taiwan, the Chinese Foreign Ministry said Thursday.
China sanctions US anti-China hawk for his frequent interference in Taiwan question, signals deterrence Global Times 13 Apr 2023 -- China's Foreign Ministry on Thursday imposed sanctions on the anti-China US lawmaker Michael McCaul, who has frequently interfered in China's internal affairs and sent wrong signals to "Taiwan independence" separatists.
China sanctions senior US lawmaker over visit to Chinese Taipei Press TV 13 Apr 2023 -- China has sanctioned a senior US lawmaker who recently visited Chinese Taipei to convey Washington's support for the secessionist movement on the island.
Ma Ying-jeou's mainland visit positive for promoting peaceful development of cross-Strait relations: spokesperson People's Daily 13 Apr 2023 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson said on Wednesday that the visit of Ma Ying-jeou, former chairman of the Chinese Kuomintang party, to the mainland is of positive significance for promoting exchanges between compatriots on both sides of the Taiwan Strait and peaceful development of cross-Strait relations.
Macron rejects US policy on Taiwan, says France is not US 'vassal' Press TV 13 Apr 2023 -- French President Emmanuel Macron has reaffirmed his country's stance on Taiwan, saying that France is not a follower of the US policies and that being a US ally does not mean being a "vassal".
Taiwan to stage the year's first civil defense drill in Taichung CNA 12 Apr 2023 -- Taiwan will stage the first civil defense drill this year in Taichung on Thursday and will focus more on wartime preparation and key infrastructure protection, according to the All-Out Defense Mobilization Agency under the Ministry of National Defense.
U.S. defense contractors to visit Taiwan, discuss weapons production: Experts CNA 12 Apr 2023 -- A reported visit by a group of United States defense contractors to Taiwan in May would involve discussions of the stockpiling of weapons needed to enable Taiwan to hold out in the event of an attack and blockade by China's military as well as the possibility of producing U.S. weapons on the island, local experts said on Wednesday.
Taiwan aware of recent French warship Taiwan Strait transit CNA 12 Apr 2023 -- Taiwan's military is aware of the recent Taiwan Strait transit by a French warship, a senior official said Wednesday, after local and international media reported the rare transit by a Naval vessel from the European country.
French office says position on Taiwan 'not changed' CNA 12 Apr 2023 -- France's position on Taiwan "has not changed," the French representative office in Taipei told local media on Wednesday, just days after French President Emmanuel Macron cautioned against Europe being dragged into a war between the United States and China over Taiwan.
VP Lai picked as DPP's candidate for 2024 presidential election CNA 12 Apr 2023 -- Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) on Wednesday officially selected Vice President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) as its candidate for the 2024 presidential election.
2024 election a choice between 'democracy and autocracy': DPP nominee Lai CNA 12 Apr 2023 -- Taiwan's 2024 presidential election is not a matter of "war and peace" but a choice between "democracy and autocracy," Vice President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) said Wednesday, after being named as the presidential candidate of the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP).
China reduces duration of no-fly zone after Taiwan protest: MOTC CNA 12 Apr 2023 -- Taiwan's Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MOTC) said Wednesday that it protested to China over its plan to impose a no-fly zone north of Taiwan from April 16-18, adding that in response, Beijing decided to reduce the duration of the closing to 27 minutes on April 16.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 12, 2023 ROC MND 12 Apr 2023
Provocations of DPP authority seeking "independence" biggest threat to Taiwan Strait peace: mainland spokesperson People's Daily 12 Apr 2023 -- The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authority's provocative actions to seek "independence" in collusion with external forces have posed the biggest threat to peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait, a Chinese mainland spokesperson said Wednesday.
Tsai's transit through US reveals DPP's selfishness in sacrificing public welfare for political purposes: Taiwan Affairs Office of State Council Global Times 12 Apr 2023 -- Former chairperson of the Chinese Kuomintang (KMT) party Ma Ying-jeou's visit to the mainland fully demonstrates that the 1992 Consensus is the key plank for the peaceful development of both sides of the Taiwan Straits, a spokesperson of Taiwan Affairs Office of State Council said on Wednesday, while the transit of Taiwan regional leader Tsai Ing-wen through the USonly reveals the essence of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) is to sacrifice the public welfare for their own political aims.
Ministry launches probe into Taiwan authorities' trade restrictions against Chinese mainland Global Times 12 Apr 2023 -- The Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) on Wednesday launched a trade barriers investigation into the Taiwan region's trade restrictions imposed on more than 2,000 imports from the Chinese mainland, after reviewing a request made by three industry associations.
Ma Ying-jeou's mainland visit shows cross-Strait kinship: spokesperson People's Daily 12 Apr 2023 -- A spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office noted that the visit of Ma Ying-jeou, former chairman of the Chinese Kuomintang party, to the Chinese mainland showed that compatriots on both sides of the Taiwan Strait are Chinese and of one family.
Legislature condemns China's military exercises around Taiwan CNA 11 Apr 2023 -- Lawmakers across party lines on Tuesday condemned China for conducting military drills around Taiwan and urged Beijing to immediately stop its "intimidation."
14 Chinese military aircraft spotted in Taiwan's ADIZ in 5 hours CNA 11 Apr 2023 -- The Ministry of National Defense (MND) said it detected 14 Chinese military aircraft entering Taiwan's air defense identification zone (ADIZ) Thursday morning, with some of the planes also crossing the median line of the Taiwan Strait.
Taiwanese working in China has steadily dropped since 2014: Report CNA 11 Apr 2023 -- The number of Taiwanese working in China fell for the eighth consecutive year in 2021, a government report said recently.
PLA continues routine patrols around Taiwan island after joint drills encircling island concludes Global Times 11 Apr 2023 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Eastern Theater Command continued routine patrols and exercises around the island of Taiwan on Tuesday despite the conclusion of its combat alert patrols and "Joint Sword" exercises, with experts saying the PLA will continue to carry out military operations until "Taiwan independence" forces no longer exist.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 11, 2023 ROC MND 11 Apr 2023
Chinese mainland officials meet Taiwan business leaders, urge closer cross-Straits cooperation Global Times 11 Apr 2023 -- Despite rising tension in the Taiwan Straits stirred up by the secessionist Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities' collusion with US politicians, senior Chinese officials have in recent days been meeting with business leaders from the Taiwan region and have called for strengthened cross-Straits cooperation.
Top political advisor pledges benefits for people, enterprises from Taiwan People's Daily 11 Apr 2023 -- During a meeting with a delegation from Taiwan on Monday, China's top political advisor Wang Huning stressed that the mainland will always respect, care for and work to bring benefits to Taiwan compatriots.
PLA Eastern Theater Command concludes patrol, military exercises around Taiwan Island People's Daily 11 Apr 2023 -- The Eastern Theater Command of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) has accomplished all tasks in the combat readiness patrol and military exercises carried out from April 8 to 10 around the island of Taiwan.
Shandong aircraft carrier group hosts J-15 fighter sorties on final day of PLA drills encircling Taiwan island, forming blockade Global Times 10 Apr 2023 -- he Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Eastern Theater Command has successfully wrapped up all missions in the combat alert patrols and "Joint Sword" exercises encircling the island of Taiwan from Saturday to Monday, and a comprehensive testing of the integrated joint operational capabilities of multiple military services and branches under realistic combat scenarios, said Senior Colonel Shi Yi, a spokesperson at the PLA Eastern Theater Command, in a statement on Monday evening.
Chinese aircraft carrier stages drills near Taiwan, Okinawa islands Radio Free Asia 10 Apr 2023 -- China's Shandong aircraft carrier continues to take part in a multi-branch exercise around Taiwan, staged in response to the recent meeting between Taiwan's president and the U.S. House speaker, the Chinese military said Monday.
Chinese Forces Successfully Fulfilled All Tasks Set During Drills Near Taiwan: Military Sputnik 10 Apr 2023 -- The Chinese forces have successfully fulfilled all tasks that were set during recent military exercises and patrols near Taiwan, Shi Yi, the spokesperson for the Eastern Theater Command of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA), said on Monday.
Taiwan Watches Third Day of Chinese Military Exercises VOA 10 Apr 2023 -- China declared Monday that it is "ready to fight" after completing three days of extensive combat drills encircling the island of Taiwan, simulating sealing off the island in protest of President Tsai Ing-wen's meetings last week with U.S. lawmakers.
China says it has 'successfully completed' military drills around Taiwan Press TV 10 Apr 2023 -- China says it has "successfully completed" three days of military drills around Taiwan, amid boiling tensions between Beijing and Washington over the self-ruled island.
Record-breaking 91 Chinese planes detected around Taiwan in 12 hours CNA 10 Apr 2023 -- A record-breaking 91 Chinese military aircraft and 12 naval ships were detected around Taiwan Monday in a 12-hour period, with 54 crossing the Taiwan Strait median line and entering Taiwan's air defense identification zone (ADIZ), including multiple jets which took off from the Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong, according to Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense (MND).
Chinese aircraft carrier drills pose threat to eastern Taiwan: Experts CNA 10 Apr 2023 -- Warplanes from the Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong, which is currently located about 200 nautical miles east of Taiwan, successfully conducted takeoff and landing drills on Sunday, which local military specialists warned could pose a serious threat to eastern Taiwan if a war breaks out.
US warship sails in S. China Sea as Chinese drills near Taiwan enter third day Press TV 10 Apr 2023 -- The US Navy says one of its warships carried out what it called "a navigational rights and freedoms mission" in the South China Sea at the same time as Chinese military drills around Taiwan entered their third day.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 10, 2023 ROC MND 10 Apr 2023
Taiwan Spots Over 90 Chinese Aircraft Approaching Island - Defense Ministry Sputnik 10 Apr 2023 -- The Taiwanese Defense Ministry said on Monday that it had recorded the approach of 91 aircraft and 12 vessels of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA).
Russia: China has every right to carry out Taiwan drills, respond to provocations Press TV 10 Apr 2023 -- Russia says China has every right to conduct military drills around Taiwan and to respond to repeated provocations against Beijing.
China trying to snatch away Paraguay as presidential election nears: MOFA CNA 10 Apr 2023 -- Vice Foreign Minister Alexander Yui (俞大㵢) on Monday said China has been doing its best to try to snatch away Paraguay, Taiwan's only diplomatic ally in South America.
Canadian parliamentary delegation arrives in Taiwan CNA 10 Apr 2023 -- A 10-member Canadian parliamentary delegation arrived in Taiwan on Monday for a week-long visit that will include meetings with President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) and other senior government officials, according to the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei.
Philippine foreign secretary sees hope for Taiwan Radio Free Asia 10 Apr 2023 -- Philippine Foreign Secretary Enrique Manalo said Monday he holds out hope for peace in Taiwan, even as China carries out war games near the island after the recent trip by its leader to the United States.
Taiwan Watches Third Day of Chinese Military Exercises VOA 10 Apr 2023 -- Taiwan said Monday it is closely monitoring as China carried out a third day of military exercises.
China kicks off second day of military drills near Taiwan amid tensions Press TV 09 Apr 2023 -- China has commenced the second day of its military drills near Taiwan amid escalated tensions over the Taiwanese president's trip to the United States and her meetings with US senior government officials.
Chinese Army Simulates Strikes on 'Key Targets' in Taiwan Amid Drills Sputnik 09 Apr 2023 -- The Chinese military announced that it would hold three-day air and naval military exercises in the Taiwan Strait and around the island on Saturday morning. The drills kicked off shortly after Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen returned from a visit to the US.
PLA conducts mock strikes on Taiwan island on 2nd day of encirclement drills Global Times 09 Apr 2023 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Eastern Theater Command organized its multiple affiliated military services and branches and conducted joint precision strike simulations on the island of Taiwan on Sunday, the second day of its Taiwan Island encirclement combat alert patrols and "Joint Sword" exercises, continuing to pressure "Taiwan independence" forces and safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity.
China sends warplanes, warships near Taiwan as PLA drills enter 2nd day CNA 09 Apr 2023 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) continued sending warplanes and warships to conduct drills around Taiwan on Sunday as its three-day, around-the-island exercises entered their second day, according to Taiwan's military.
35 Chinese warplanes cross Taiwan Strait median line: MND CNA 09 Apr 2023 -- The Ministry of National Defense (MND) said 35 Chinese military aircraft crossed the Taiwan Strait median line Sunday, as drills launched in response to a meeting between President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) and U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy continued for a second day.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 9, 2023 ROC MND 09 Apr 2023
PLA drills aimed at appeasing Chinese nationalists: Scholar CNA 09 Apr 2023 -- China's ongoing military exercises around Taiwan are aimed at appeasing nationalists in China who were upset by the meeting between Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) and U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Kevin McCarthy, a Taiwanese scholar said Sunday.
UPDATE: PLA deploys aircraft carrier, rockets, vessels, fighter jets, missiles in drills around Taiwan island Global Times 09 Apr 2023 -- Kicking off the encirclement combat alert patrols and "Joint Sword" exercises around the island of Taiwan, the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Eastern Theater Command on Saturday pressured the island from all four directions by deploying an aircraft carrier, long-range rockets, vessels, fighter jets and conventional missiles.
US ready to go to war with China over Taiwan: Congressman Michael McCaul Press TV 09 Apr 2023 -- The US Congress would authorize a direct military confrontation with China if Beijing launched an attack on the self-ruled island of Taiwan, said the Republican chairman of the House of Representatives Foreign Affairs Committee.
'We will deliver those weapons,' U.S. lawmaker promises President Tsai CNA 08 Apr 2023 -- Visiting U.S. Representative Michael McCaul on Saturday promised President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) that lawmakers in Washington would work to clear a backlog of weapons it has yet to deliver to Taiwan.
China launches war games around Taiwan Radio Free Asia 08 Apr 2023 -- Seventy-one Chinese warplanes and nine ships were detected around Taiwan on Saturday, officials said, as Beijing launched three days of war games and patrols near the island after the Taiwanese president met with the U.S. house speaker in California.
China Begins Military Exercises Near Taiwan VOA 08 Apr 2023 -- China said Saturday it has begun three days of military exercises near Taiwan, a move widely viewed as a retaliatory measure for the Taiwanese president's recent meeting in California with U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 8, 2023 ROC MND 08 Apr 2023
The Ministry of National Defense issues a press release about reports that "Eastern Theater Command of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) announced it will carry out military exercises around the periphery of Taiwan, and the Armed Forces shall continue to strengthen its vigilance" (April 8, 2023) ROC MND 08 Apr 2023
The Ministry of National Defense issues a press release about reports that "The CCP marshalled aircraft and warships in the morning, and crossed the median line of the Strait from the north, center, and south" (April 8, 2023) ROC MND 08 Apr 2023
The Ministry of National Defense issues a press release about "Eastern Theater Command of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) announced that it will carry out war preparedness and surveillance patrols as well as military exercises around the periphery of Taiwan" (April 8, 2023) ROC MND 08 Apr 2023
Taiwan will not answer China's drills with provocations: Premier CNA 08 Apr 2023 -- Premier Chen Chien-jen (陳建仁) on Friday said Taiwan will not respond to China's unspecified "united sword" military drills around Taiwan with provocations, and he called for rationality from Beijing.
71 Chinese warplanes fly in vicinity of Taiwan Saturday: MND CNA 08 Apr 2023 -- A total of 71 Chinese military aircraft and nine naval ships were detected in the general vicinity of Taiwan on Saturday as of 4 p.m., as China appeared to ramp up its deployment of aircraft missions in the area, according to Taiwan's military.
PLA starts 3 days of military drills around Taiwan Saturday CNA 08 Apr 2023 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) launched three days of military exercises around Taiwan on Saturday, one day after President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) returned from a 10-day overseas trip that included a meeting with U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in California.
Taiwan Says Detected 71 Chinese Military Jets, 9 Vessels Approaching Island on April 8 Sputnik 08 Apr 2023 -- The Taiwanese Defense Ministry said that it had detected 71 jets and nine vessels of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) approaching Taiwan on Saturday as part of the Chinese air and naval military exercises around the island.
China launches major drill after Tsai's US visit, rehearses 'encirclement' of Taiwan Press TV 08 Apr 2023 -- China has launched a three-day military exercise around Taiwan in what it described as a "stern warning" to the self-ruled island after President Tsai Ing-wen paid a visit to the US, holding talks with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy.
PLA Eastern Theater Command launches patrol, military exercises around Taiwan Island People's Daily 08 Apr 2023 -- The Eastern Theater Command of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) on Saturday launched combat readiness patrol and military exercises around the Taiwan Island, which will last from April 8 to 10 Beijing time as scheduled.
China Announces Military Drills Near Taiwan After McCarthy-Tsai Meeting Sputnik 08 Apr 2023 -- The drills come after Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen met with US politicians during a tour of Central America.
China justified in taking countermeasures against Tsai's U.S. "transit" trip People's Daily 08 Apr 2023 -- The leader of China's Taiwan region Tsai Ing-wen made a "transit" trip to the United States, met with U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and openly preached "Taiwan independence." This was another attempt toward creating tension in the Taiwan Strait.
Mainland spokesperson vows no room for "Taiwan independence" separatist activities People's Daily 08 Apr 2023 -- A spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office on Friday stressed that there will be no room for "Taiwan independence" separatist activities in any form.
Ma Ying-jeou calls for adhering to 1992 Consensus as he returns to Taiwan after mainland trip People's Daily 08 Apr 2023 -- Ma Ying-jeou, former chairman of the Chinese Kuomintang party, said adherence to the 1992 Consensus best serves the interests of Taiwan people as he returned to Taiwan after a trip to the Chinese mainland.
Taiwan plans to lift public transport mask mandate on April 17 CNA 08 Apr 2023 -- Passengers taking public transportation in Taiwan will no longer be required to wear a face mask starting on April 17, if the COVID-19 situation remains stable, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) announced on Friday.
Senior US Lawmaker Calls for More Weapons to Taiwan to Deter China VOA 08 Apr 2023 -- House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Michael McCaul said Friday he and other U.S. officials are "doing everything in our power" to expedite weapons deliveries to Taiwan. But, he said, if those deliveries are slowed by the war in Ukraine, other countries could export arms to the island with U.S. government permission.
Beijing slaps deterrent sanctions on diehard separatist, Taiwan and US groups following Tsai's 'transit' Global Times 08 Apr 2023 -- Beijing on Friday imposed a package of sanctions on a diehard "Taiwan independence" separatist, two Taiwan organizations, as well as US Hudson Institute and the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and four US individuals, as countermeasures, signaling a resolute response to the latest meeting between Taiwan regional leader Tsai Ing-wen and the US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in California.
PLA holds combat alert patrols, joint drills encircling Taiwan island after Tsai-McCarthy meeting Global Times 08 Apr 2023 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Eastern Theater Command announced on Saturday morning that it has started encircling the island of Taiwan from four directions with combat alert patrols and joint exercises, which are scheduled to last from April 8 to 10. Experts have stated that this move marks a powerful response to the recent meeting between Taiwan regional leader Tsai Ing-wen and US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, in addition to sanctions.
MAC defends review of HK district councilors' applications to visit Taiwan CNA 08 Apr 2023 -- The Mainland Affairs Council (MAC), Taiwan's top government agency in charge of cross-Taiwan Strait affairs, on Friday defended its process of reviewing applications from Hong Kong district councilors who had applied to visit Taiwan but had not yet gotten approval.
The Ministry of National Defense issues a press release about media reports that "The special return plane of the President was interfered with by unknown sources" (April 7, 2023) ROC MND 07 Apr 2023
Taiwan's National Defense University partners up with Czech counterpart CNA 07 Apr 2023 -- Taiwan's National Defense University (NDU) on Friday said its president traveled to Czech Republic in February to formalize a partnership with the university's counterpart in the Central European country, which could include joint research and regional security evaluations.
U.S. 'absolutely needs' to expedite weapons delivery to Taiwan: McCaul CNA 07 Apr 2023 -- The members of a visiting American congressional delegation believe that the United States "absolutely needs" to expedite weapons deliveries to Taiwan, U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul said Friday in Taipei.
U.S. 'actively reviewing' arms deliveries to Taiwan: State Department CNA 07 Apr 2023 -- The U.S. Department of State said Thursday that the Biden Administration is looking to speed up weapons deliveries to ensure Taiwan is better able to defend itself.
Asia Fact Check Lab: Did Tsai's McCarthy meeting violate the 'One-China' principle? Radio Free Asia 07 Apr 2023 -- Lee Teng-hui, Chen Shui-bian, Ma Ying-jeou and Tsai - have transited through the United States.
President Tsai returns to Taiwan after 10-day overseas trip CNA 07 Apr 2023 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) returned to Taiwan on Friday night, after a 10-day overseas trip with stops in Taiwan's diplomatic allies Guatemala and Belize, as well as New York and California in the United States.
President Tsai hopes successor will follow her foreign policy CNA 07 Apr 2023 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) told a press conference in the United States on Thursday that her foreign policy is in the best interest of Taiwan and she hopes her successor will follow in her footsteps.
China takes countermeasures against Hudson Institute, Reagan library People's Daily 07 Apr 2023 -- China has decided to take countermeasures against the Hudson Institute, the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and the relevant people in charge of these organizations, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Friday.
China Sanctions Two American Entities Over Taiwan Sputnik 07 Apr 2023 -- The Chinese authorities have sanctioned two US entities, namely the Hudson Institute and the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, for violation of the one-China principle, the Chinese Foreign Ministry said.
Barred from China...again. Beijing sanctions Taipei's de facto US ambassador Radio Free Asia 07 Apr 2023 -- Beijing on Friday announced further sanctions against the Taiwanese de facto ambassador to the United States following the meeting between Taiwan's president and the U.S. House speaker, China's Taiwan Affairs Office said.
MAC protests China's sanctions against Taiwan's U.S. envoy, 2 groups CNA 07 Apr 2023 -- The Mainland Affairs Council (MAC), the top government agency in Taiwan handling relations with China, strongly protested China's blacklisting Friday of Taiwan's representative to the United States Hsiao Bi-khim (蕭美琴) and two Taiwanese groups.
China imposes sanctions on two US organizations over hosting Taiwan's President Press TV 07 Apr 2023 -- China has ordered sanctions against two American organizations for hosting Taiwan's visiting President Tsai Ing-wen during a recent trip to the United States.
Taiwan's legislative speaker thanks Xi for helping his country grab eyeballs CNA 07 Apr 2023 -- Legislative Speaker You Si-kun (游錫堃) on Friday thanked Chinese President Xi Jinping (習近平) for helping Taiwan gain international media coverage by ramping up pressure on Taipei before and after the meeting between President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) and U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy.
Ma concludes China trip, reaffirms '1992 consensus' CNA 07 Apr 2023 -- Former Republic of China (ROC, Taiwan) President Ma Ying-jeou (馬英九) on Friday wrapped up his 12-day trip to China, reaffirming the importance of the "1992 consensus" after returning to Taiwan.
Ma Ying-jeou's trip to mainland aids cross-Strait relations: official People's Daily 07 Apr 2023 -- A Chinese mainland official on Thursday commended Ma Ying-jeou, former chairman of the Chinese Kuomintang party, on his visit to the mainland, saying the trip has aided cross-Strait relations.
Ma Ying-jeou concludes mainland visit People's Daily 07 Apr 2023 -- A delegation led by Ma Ying-jeou, former chairman of the Chinese Kuomintang party, left for Taiwan from Shanghai on Friday, concluding their visit to the Chinese mainland.
China deploys warships, aircraft near Taiwan for second day after Tsai-McCarthy meet Press TV 07 Apr 2023 -- China has deployed warships and aircraft near Taiwan for a second day, Taiwanese officials said on Friday, as tensions mount between Beijing and the self-ruled island over a meeting between President Tsai Ing-wen and US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 7, 2023 ROC MND 07 Apr 2023
Ma Ying-jeou concludes mainland trip with farewell by senior Taiwan affairs official from mainland; constructive for peace, exchanges Global Times 07 Apr 2023 -- All issues at home can be properly resolved through consultation, and the Chinese mainland will facilitate exchanges and contacts between compatriots on both sides of the Taiwan Straits, a senior mainland Taiwan affairs official told former chairperson of the Chinese Kuomintang (KMT) party Ma Ying-jeou on Thursday during a farewell dinner in Shanghai, the last stop of Ma's maiden visit to the mainland before his return to Taiwan island on Friday.
Update: China's top office on Taiwan affairs sanctions diehard separatist, two institutions advocating 'Taiwan independence' Global Times 07 Apr 2023 -- China's top office on the Taiwan affairs - the Taiwan Work Office of Communist Party of China Central Committee - announced on Friday to sanction diehard "Taiwan independence" separatist Hsiao Bi-khim, who colluded with the US and provoked confrontation between the two sides of the Taiwan Straits. Hsiao and her family members are prohibited from entering the Chinese mainland, Hong Kong and Macao.
Tsai Ing-wen's "transit" trips through U.S.: Truths and Facts People's Daily 07 Apr 2023 -- In disregard of China's strong opposition and solemn representation, the United States has allowed Taiwan leader Tsai Ing-wen's "transit" trip through the United States and the high-profile meeting between Tsai and U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy.
Sanctions against diehard "Taiwan independence" separatist Bi-khim Hsiao announced People's Daily 07 Apr 2023 -- A spokesperson for the Taiwan Work Office of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee on Friday announced sanction measures against diehard "Taiwan independence" separatist Bi-khim Hsiao.
China sanctions two institutions advocating 'Taiwan independence' Global Times 06 Apr 2023 -- China announced sanctions on two institutions - the Prospect Foundation and the Council of Asian Liberals and Democrats - which used "democracy," "freedom" & "cooperation" as excuses to advance "Taiwan independence" and collude with anti-China forces.
U.S. House committee chair arrives in Taiwan CNA 06 Apr 2023 -- Michael McCaul, chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee in the United States House of Representatives, on Thursday said his visit to Taiwan is meant to send a signal to China that Taiwan has U.S. support.
US Delegation Led by House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair on Visit to Taiwan Sputnik 06 Apr 2023 -- A bipartisan group of US lawmakers led by House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul has arrived in Taiwan on a visit, the committee said.
Taiwan leader's visit lays bare US-China schism Radio Free Asia 06 Apr 2023 -- Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen departs the United States on Thursday after an eventful trip that appeared to shore up her island's relationship with Washington but prompted threats of a "confrontation" from Beijing.
Tsai-McCarthy meet reflects bipartisan support for Taiwan: Analysts CNA 06 Apr 2023 -- The meeting between Republic of China (Taiwan) President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) and United States House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in California on Wednesday reflected bipartisan support for Taiwan by U.S. lawmakers amid efforts not to anger China based on Washington's "one China policy," analysts said on Thursday.
Taiwan politicians across party lines view Tsai-McCarthy meeting positively CNA 06 Apr 2023 -- Politicians across party lines in Taiwan expressed positive views Thursday about the meeting between President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) and United States House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, and they all said they supported efforts to strengthen bilateral ties.
Ma Ying-jeou hails mainland's development, calls for cross-Strait cooperation People's Daily 06 Apr 2023 -- Ma Ying-jeou, former chairman of the Chinese Kuomintang party, has spoken highly of the mainland's development during his recent visit.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 6, 2023 ROC MND 06 Apr 2023
China Will Not Make Any Concessions on Taiwan Issue, Xi Jinping Says Sputnik 06 Apr 2023 -- Anyone who expects China to make concessions on the Taiwan issue is thinking unrealistically, Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Thursday.
US asks China to choose 'diplomacy' after Beijing sent warships near Taiwan Press TV 06 Apr 2023 -- The United States called on China to choose diplomacy over military pressure against Chinese Taipei. The call came after Beijing deployed warships following a meeting by the self-ruled island's leader with the US House speaker.
Taiwan Military Says Chinese Aircraft Carrier Shandong Enters Waters Close to Island Sputnik 06 Apr 2023 -- The Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong has entered waters about 200 nautical miles east of Taiwan's southernmost point, launching military exercises in the vicinity of the island, the Taiwanese Defense Ministry said.
China aircraft carrier 200 nautical miles off Taiwan on training mission: Defense chief CNA 06 Apr 2023 -- A Chinese aircraft carrier named the Shandong (山東艦) is currently on what is expected to be a long-range training exercises about 200 nautical miles east of Taiwan, and Taiwanese naval frigates are keeping close tabs on its every move, Taiwan's Defense Minister Chiu Kuo-cheng (邱國正) said Thursday.
China sends warships near Taiwan before Tsai-McCarthy meeting Press TV 06 Apr 2023 -- China has sent warships through waters around Chinese Taipei in a "resolute response" to the meeting of the self-governed island's president and US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in California.
China Firmly Opposes US-Taiwan Contacts Following Meeting Between McCarthy, Tsai Sputnik 06 Apr 2023 -- A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Thursday that Beijing firmly opposes and strongly condemns official contacts between the United States and Taiwan.
China promises resolute response after Tsai-McCarthy meeting Radio Free Asia 06 Apr 2023 -- China vowed Thursday to take "strong and resolute measures" after a meeting between Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen and U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in California, as a Chinese aircraft carrier sailed near Taiwan, putting the island's military on guard.
China's countermeasures in gear against Tsai-McCarthy's sneaky meeting Global Times 06 Apr 2023 -- China will adopt firm and resolute measures to safeguard the sovereignty and territorial integrity in responding to the latest meeting between the regional leader of the Taiwan island and the US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy - an erroneous move that delivered a heavy blow to the already strained US-China relations, damaging the political foundation of the two countries and making the cross-Straits situation more intense.
Meeting with President Tsai not meant to escalate tensions with China, McCarthy says CNA 06 Apr 2023 -- U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Kevin McCarthy said Wednesday that his meeting with Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) was not meant to escalate tensions between Beijing and Washington.
House Speaker McCarthy States 'Unwavering' US Support for Taiwan VOA 06 Apr 2023 -- U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy pledged "resolute, unwavering and bipartisan" support for Taiwan after he held talks Wednesday with Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen in California.
House Speaker McCarthy Praises Taiwan Leader as 'Great Friend to America' VOA 06 Apr 2023 -- U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy met Wednesday with Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen in California, calling her "a great friend to America."
Remarks by China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Tsai Ing-wen's 'transit' trip through US Global Times 06 Apr 2023 -- Spokesperson of China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Thursday delivered remarks regarding Taiwan leader Tsai Ing-wen's "transit" trip through the United States. The following is the full text of the remarks:
Chinese defense ministry delivers remarks on Tsai Ing-wen's 'transit' trip through US Global Times 06 Apr 2023 -- Spokesperson of China's Ministry of National Defense delivered remarks on Thursday concerning the "transit" trip of Taiwan leader Tsai Ing-wen through the United States. The following is the full text of the remarks:
China's top legislature issues statement on meeting between US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, Tsai Ing-wen Global Times 06 Apr 2023 -- The Foreign Affairs Committee of the National People's Congress, China's top legislature, on Thursday issued a statement in response to the meeting between U.S. congressional members including House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and the Taiwan leader Tsai Ing-wen in the United States. The following is the full text of the statement:
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson's Statement on Tsai Ing-wen's "Transit" Through the United States PRC MofA 06 Apr 2023 -- "Through the past few days, in disregard of China's serious representations and repeated warnings, the United States deliberately greenlighted the transit of Tsai Ing-wen, leader of the Taiwan region, through the United States. US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, the number three in the US government, had a high-profile meeting with Tsai."
Tsai, McCarthy reaffirm strong Taiwan-U.S. bond after historic meeting CNA 06 Apr 2023 -- Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) and U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy reaffirmed the strong partnership between Taiwan and the United States and their commitment to safeguarding regional stability, following their historic meeting in California on Wednesday (U.S. time).
No reason for China to overreact to Tsai-McCarthy meeting: White House CNA 06 Apr 2023 -- The White House said Wednesday there is no reason for China to overreact to Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen's (蔡英文) meeting with United States House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in California that day.
President Tsai meets U.S. speaker McCarthy in California CNA 06 Apr 2023 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) met with United States House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in a historic meeting in California on Wednesday morning (U.S. time) despite Beijing's repeated protests.
Tsai to set milestone in meeting with U.S. house speaker CNA 06 Apr 2023 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) is set to become the first Republic of China (Taiwan) president to meet with a United States House speaker on U.S. soil when she meets with Kevin McCarthy on Wednesday morning U.S. time.
Tensions rise as China says it will check Taiwan's vessels CNA 06 Apr 2023 -- Taiwan has asked locally-flagged vessels to not cooperate with Chinese maritime police attempting to make on-board inspections of commercial ships in the wake of President Tsai-Ing Wen's (蔡英文) meeting with U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy.
China vows to take resolute response to Tsai-McCarthy meeting; US' insidious manipulation on Taiwan question will ignite more conflicts with China: experts Global Times 06 Apr 2023 -- Multiple Chinese authorities including China's top legislature, the Taiwan Work Office of CPC Central Committee, Chinese defense ministry and Chinese foreign ministry firmly opposed and condemned the latest meeting between the regional leader of China's Taiwan island and US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy on Wednesday in California, vowing to take resolute and effective measures to safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity, in response to the seriously erroneous acts of collusion between the US and Taiwan secessionist authorities.
Taiwan Work Office of CPC Central Committee issues statement on Tsai Ing-wen's 'transit' trip to US Global Times 06 Apr 2023 -- The spokesperson of the Taiwan Work Office of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee on Thursday issued a statement on the meeting between Taiwan leader Tsai Ing-wen and Kevin McCarthy, speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives. The following is the full text of the statement:
US House Speaker McCarthy Praises Taiwan Leader as 'Great Friend to America' VOA 05 Apr 2023 -- U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy met Wednesday with Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen in California, calling her "a great friend to America."
Taiwan's leader praises US ties: 'We are not alone' Radio Free Asia 05 Apr 2023 -- Bucking increasingly bellicose threats from Beijing, Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen met with a bipartisan congressional delegation led by House Speaker Kevin McCarthy just outside of Los Angeles on Wednesday, declaring "we are not isolated, and we are not alone."
PLA vows to safeguard sovereignty ahead of Tsai-McCarthy meet Global Times 05 Apr 2023 -- Ahead of a planned meeting between Taiwan regional leader Tsai Ing-wen and US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in California on Wednesday, the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Eastern Theater Command vowed to safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity, with multiple land, naval, air exercises focusing on amphibious landing missions underway.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 5, 2023 ROC MND 05 Apr 2023
The Ministry of National Defense issues a press release that "The formation of the CCP aircraft carrier, Shandong, and vessels passed through the Bashi Channel" (April 5, 2023) ROC MND 05 Apr 2023
China Launches Patrols Near Taiwan Ahead of Meeting Between McCarthy, Tsai Sputnik 05 Apr 2023 -- China has launched military patrols in two areas of the Taiwan Strait ahead of the meeting between US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen in Los Angeles during her transit trip to the United States, the Chinese Maritime Safety Administration in the province of Fujian said on Wednesday.
Top House Foreign Affairs Lawmaker to Visit Taiwan Thursday VOA 05 Apr 2023 -- Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen's talks this week with members of Congress will continue following Speaker Kevin McCarthy's historic meeting with the head of the self-governing island Wednesday in California.
Chinese Embassy Warns US Lawmakers Against Meeting With Taiwanese President VOA 05 Apr 2023 -- U.S. lawmakers Wednesday dismissed a warning from the Chinese Embassy that they should not meet with Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen, who is visiting California.
Shanghai Party chief meets Ma Ying-jeou, 'peace, cooperation the common voice across Straits' Global Times 05 Apr 2023 -- Chen Jining, the secretary of the Shanghai Municipal Committee of the Communist Party of China, met with former chairperson of the Chinese Kuomintang (KMT) party Ma Ying-jeou on Wednesday.
Virginia governor to visit Taiwan in late April CNA 05 Apr 2023 -- Virgina Governor Glenn Youngkin will visit Taiwan later in April as part of a wider tour to Asia, his office said in a press release Tuesday.
Tsai met with members of Congress in New York: Presidential office CNA 05 Apr 2023 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) met with Hakeem Jeffries, the top Democrat in the House of Representatives, and had a breakfast meeting with U.S. senators while in New York last week before heading to Central America.
China's latest drills attempt to eliminate 'median line:' Expert CNA 06 Apr 2023 -- China's announced maneuvers east of the median line in the Taiwan Strait are intended to underscore the fact that China no longer accepts the previously tacit agreement on the median line between the two sides and reassert its territorial claim over Taiwan, an expert said Wednesday.
China sails new aircraft carrier into West Pacific: Taiwan CNA 06 Apr 2023 -- China sailed its newest aircraft carrier, the Shandong (山東艦), through waters south of Taiwan into the West Pacific Ocean for a long-range exercise on Wednesday, according to Taiwan's military, less than a day before President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) is scheduled to meet United States House of Representatives Speaker Kevin McCarthy in California.
Taiwan monitoring Chinese drill ahead of Tsai-McCarthy meeting CNA 06 Apr 2023 -- Taiwan's military is closely watching a Chinese drill in the Taiwan Strait that began Wednesday morning, less than a day before President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) was scheduled to meet United States House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in California.
PLA Navy's aircraft carrier Shandong sails past Taiwan island, starts 1st far sea drill in West Pacific Global Times 05 Apr 2023 -- The aircraft carrier Shandong of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy reportedly started its first exercise in the West Pacific on Wednesday after sailing past the island of Taiwan, breaking the first island chain, with analysts saying that the voyage shows the PLA Navy's second aircraft carrier is fully ready for far sea operations and safeguarding China's national sovereignty and territorial integrity.
China firmly opposes U.S. arrangement for Tsai Ing-wen's "transit" trip People's Daily 05 Apr 2023 -- China firmly opposes the U.S. arrangement for Tsai Ing-wen's "transit" trip to the United States and a meeting between her and U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, the third highest-ranking official of the U.S. government, a Foreign Ministry spokesperson said Tuesday.
Chinese military planes enter ADIZ, as Tsai set to meet McCarthy CNA 04 Apr 2023 -- A total of 20 Chinese military aircraft and three warships were detected in areas around Taiwan from 6 a.m. Monday to 6 a.m. Tuesday, according to the Ministry of National Defense (MND).
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 4, 2023 ROC MND 04 Apr 2023
McCarthy ignores previous lessons and intl community's widespread support for one-China principle in reported meeting with Tsai: spokesperson Global Times 04 Apr 2023 -- China resolutely opposes Taiwan regional leader engaging in secessionist activities in the name of "transit" which damages China-US ties, spokesperson of China's Consulate General in Los Angeles said in a statement on Tuesday.
China warns US House speaker against hosting Taiwan president Press TV 04 Apr 2023 -- China has warned Republican US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy against a planned meeting with Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen, urging him to avoid repeating "disastrous past mistakes."
'Don't Repeat Mistakes': China Condemns Taiwan Leader's Meeting With US House Speaker Sputnik 04 Apr 2023 -- Despite the fact that Beijing has been opposing any form of official tie between the US and Taiwan that violates the "one China" principle, a meeting between Taiwan's leader Tsai Ing-wen and US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is scheduled to take place on Wednesday.
China slams plan for Taiwan president to meet US House Speaker Radio Free Asia 04 Apr 2023 -- China on Tuesday reacted angrily to an announcement that U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy will meet with Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen in California, saying the meeting will "further damage" China-U.S. relations.
Tsai reaffirms Taiwan's commitment to relations with Belize CNA 04 Apr 2023 -- President Tsai Ing-Wen (蔡英文) reaffirmed Taiwan's steadfast commitment to ties with Belize, hailing the benefits brought to people in both countries by the relationship during an address to the Caribbean country's National Assembly Monday.
Tsai to meet with U.S. House Speaker McCarthy in California CNA 04 Apr 2023 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) will meet with U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in California on Wednesday, Taiwan's Presidential Office confirmed on Monday.
US top Republican McCarthy to host Taiwanese president Press TV 03 Apr 2023 -- US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy says he would meet Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen in California, amid stern warnings from China.
US-China Relations Under Scrutiny as Taiwan Leader Stops in California VOA 03 Apr 2023 -- Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen returns to the United States this week where she will meet with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and other lawmakers in an event that Beijing has said it firmly opposes.
Tsai's activities in US will make it 'more difficult' for Biden to engage China Global Times 03 Apr 2023 -- The Chinese Foreign Ministry said Monday that "China will take firm measures to safeguard its sovereignty and territorial integrity," in response to a question over how it would react if US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy meets Tsai Ing-wen, leader of the separatist authorities on the island of Taiwan.
U.S. House committee chair to visit Taipei Thursday: Lawmaker CNA 03 Apr 2023 -- Michael McCaul, chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee in the United States House of Representatives, is expected to arrive in Taiwan on Thursday for a visit, during which he will meet with President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文), a Taiwanese lawmaker told CNA Sunday.
Tsai begins 3-day visit to Belize after wrapping up Guatemala tour CNA 03 Apr 2023 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) arrived in Belize Sunday on a three-day visit that followed a similar trip to Guatemala, on the second leg of her state visit to Taiwan's two remaining allies in Central America.
China-Russia ties aimed at challenging U.S., squeezing Taiwan: NSB CNA 03 Apr 2023 -- China's deepening alignment with Russia is aimed at launching a full-scale competition with the United States while further squeezing Taiwan globally, a National Security Bureau (NSB) report submitted to the Legislative Yuan has said.
Ex-President Ma says cross-strait youth exchanges must continue CNA 03 Apr 2023 -- Former President Ma Ying-jeou (馬英九) told the top Chinese Communist Party official in Chongqing on Monday that both sides of the Taiwan Strait have a responsibility to ensure that exchanges between their young people continue.
Ma Ying-jeou expresses high expectations for cross-Straits exchanges while meeting with mainland officials in Chongqing Global Times 03 Apr 2023 -- Former chairperson of the Chinese Kuomintang (KMT) party Ma Ying-jeou on Monday expressed high expectations for exchanges and cooperation between Taiwan island and Chongqing Municipality while meeting with mainland officials, as his 12-day ancestral trip in the Chinese mainland entered its fourth major city.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 3, 2023 ROC MND 03 Apr 2023
F-16V collision avoidance system final test due next year: Source CNA 02 Apr 2023 -- An American-made Automatic Ground Collision Avoidance System (GCAS) that Taiwan bought for its F-16V fighter jets is scheduled to undergo final testing next year, before going online, a source told CNA Sunday.
Ex-president tells Chinese students ROC Constitution covers Taiwan, mainland CNA 02 Apr 2023 -- Former Republic of China (Taiwan) President Ma Ying-jeou (馬英九) told a group of Chinese students in the Chinese city of Changsha on Sunday that Taiwan and mainland China are "both China" under an amendment to the Republic of China (ROC) Constitution.
PLA holds intensive drills prior to Tsai's planned meeting with McCarthy Global Times 02 Apr 2023 -- Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) forces close to the island of Taiwan recently held intensive maritime and air exercises and commissioned new weapons and equipment prior to Taiwan regional leader Tsai Ing-wen's planned meeting with US house speaker McCarthy in the US later this week.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 2, 2023 ROC MND 02 Apr 2023
Can Former Taiwan President Help Avoid War with China? VOA 01 Apr 2023 -- At almost every stop on former Taiwanese President Ma Ying-jeou's visit to mainland China this week, Chinese citizens line the streets and gather outside venues, waiting for a chance to see him.
Taiwan President Visits Guatemala VOA 01 Apr 2023 -- Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen arrived in Guatemala on Friday on a visit to the Central American region meant to tighten her country's alliances with the region's countries that have not fallen under the influence of China.
Guatemalan president meets with Tsai, backs Taiwan as sovereign nation CNA 01 Apr 2023 -- After holding a meeting with visiting Republic of China (Taiwan) President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文), Guatemalan President Alejandro Eduardo Giammattei on Friday (local time) voiced his support for Taiwan as a sovereign nation and the country's territorial integrity.
Chinese FM spokesperson urges Guatemala to make right choice People's Daily 01 Apr 2023 -- Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Friday that Honduras' establishment of diplomatic ties with China brings the total number of countries having diplomatic ties with China to 182, and it is hoped that Guatemala will see the trend of the world and make the right choice as early as possible.
Ex-President Ma mentions 'ROC' during ancestor worship in China (update) CNA 01 Apr 2023 -- Former President Ma Ying-jeou (馬英九) on Saturday referred to Taiwan by its official name, Republic of China (ROC), during an ancestor worship ritual in China, which does not recognize the ROC.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan April 1, 2023 ROC MND 01 Apr 2023

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