January 2024 - Taiwan Special Weapons News

Taiwan Navy holds drills to test combat capabilities CNA 31 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan's Marine Corps. conducted a maritime exercise at the Zuoying Naval Base in Kaohsiung Wednesday, which featured a mine-laying ship and a locally-made assault boat carrying out maritime surveillance and combat missions in order to practice defending against a Chinese attack.
Flight path adjustments shows China rejects strait median line: Experts CNA 31 Jan 2024 -- China's unilateral adjustments to flight paths close to the Taiwan Strait median line are meant to further encroach on the formerly tacit boundary and put more pressure on Taiwan as it monitors airspace in its vicinity, according to experts.
China's revised flight paths could harm aviation safety: MOTC official CNA 31 Jan 2024 -- China's recent adjustments to its flight paths in the Taiwan Strait could potentially affect aviation safety around the Taiwan-controlled Kinmen and Matsu islands, Taiwan's transportation minister said Wednesday.
Mainland's adjustment to Straits flight route serves aviation safety, alleviate congestion: Taiwan Affairs Office Global Times 31 Jan 2024 -- The M503 flight path is for civil aviation in the Shanghai Flight Information Region, and operating the route is aimed at easing traffic congestion and ensuring flight safety, a Chinese mainland official said on Wednesday, in response to the secessionist Democratic Progressive Party (DPP)'s hype of and opposition to the mainland's adjustment to Taiwan Straits flight routes.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 31, 2024 ROC MND 31 Jan 2024
Taiwan protests China's unilateral adjustment of flight routes CNA 30 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan's Civil Aviation Administration (CAA) on Tuesday protested China's unilateral adjustment of flight routes close to the median line of the Taiwan Strait.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 30, 2024 ROC MND 30 Jan 2024
Tuvalu's Taiwan ties, Australia security treaty in focus following election Radio Free Asia 29 Jan 2024 -- Tuvalu's recognition of Taiwan and its contentious security treaty with Australia could be reviewed by a new government after elections in the Pacific island country produced significant changes for its 16-member parliament.
Coast Guard confirms completion of Taiping Island wharf upgrades CNA 29 Jan 2024 -- The Coast Guard Administration (CGA) on Monday confirmed that a dredging project to allow larger vessels to dock at a wharf serving the Taiwan-controlled Taiping Island in the South China Sea has been completed.
Taiwan lawmakers urge outgoing president to visit contested island Radio Free Asia 29 Jan 2024 -- Taipei has completed a dredging and pier renovation project on Taiping island - the biggest feature in the South China Sea to be occupied by Taiwan.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 29, 2024 ROC MND 29 Jan 2024
Chinese national flag raised in Nauru after nearly 19 years of hiatus People's Daily 29 Jan 2024 -- A Chinese national flag-raising ceremony was held on Monday in Nauru by a Chinese diplomatic team, marking the first time in nearly 19 years that the five-star red flag has been raised in the Pacific island country.
Indigenous Teng Yun 2 drone falls short in combat readiness testing CNA 28 Jan 2024 -- The indigenous unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) Teng Yun 2 has not passed its combat readiness testing phase, with initial results finding there was still room for improvement in its design, a source with knowledge of the matter said.
Taiwan thanks U.S. for supporting cross-strait peace at Sullivan-Wang meet CNA 28 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan's government on Sunday expressed gratitude toward the United States for reiterating its support for cross-strait peace following a round of high-level talks between National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi (王毅) held over the weekend.
Wang-Sullivan meeting creates momentum for future progress in China-US ties, contention on Taiwan question to persist: experts Global Times 28 Jan 2024 -- Senior Chinese and US diplomats Wang Yi and Jake Sullivan concluded meetings lasting more than 12 hours on Friday and Saturday in Bangkok, Thailand, which were characterized as "candid, substantive and fruitful" strategic communication on implementing the consensus reached by the two heads of state at the San Francisco summit. Chinese experts believe the latest talks signaled that both China and the US hope to stabilize bilateral relations through strategic dialogues, creating momentum for future progress, but the contention between the two countries over the Taiwan question is likely to persist, and potentially intensify.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 28, 2024 ROC MND 28 Jan 2024
Taipei civil defense drill simulates wartime scenarios CNA 27 Jan 2024 -- More than 100 Taiwanese attended a civil defense drill in Taipei on Saturday that simulated hostile wartime environments, preparing themselves for a potential conflict in the Taiwan Strait.
Taiwan congratulates Tuvalu on election amid diplomatic concerns CNA 27 Jan 2024 -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) on Saturday congratulated Tuvalu on completing its major elections smoothly while rejecting media reports that Taiwan might be dealing with yet another diplomatic blow in the Pacific region.
Wang Yi reiterates sensitivity of the Taiwan question in 'candid, substantive and fruitful' talks with Sullivan Global Times 27 Jan 2024 -- Senior Chinese diplomat Wang Yi held a new round of talks with US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan in Bangkok on Friday and Saturday, where the two sides engaged in "candid, substantive, and fruitful" strategic communication on implementing the consensus reached by the two heads of state at the San Francisco summit and properly handling important and sensitive issues relating to China-US relations.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 27, 2024 ROC MND 27 Jan 2024
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 26, 2024 ROC MND 26 Jan 2024
Conscripts starting 1-year military service report to boot camps CNA 25 Jan 2024 -- The first batch of new conscripts starting their one-year compulsory military service, extended from the previous four months starting 2024, reported to boot camps across Taiwan on Thursday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 25, 2024 ROC MND 25 Jan 2024
China's Military Escorts US Destroyer Transiting Through Taiwan Strait Sputnik 25 Jan 2024 -- The Chinese military escorted and monitored the USS John Finn that passed through the Taiwan Strait on Wednesday along its entire route, Shi Yi, the spokesperson for the Eastern Theater Command of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA), said.
USS John Finn transits Taiwan Strait CNA 25 Jan 2024 -- The Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS John Finn transited the Taiwan Strait on Wednesday, according to the U.S. Navy.
PLA deals with US warship transit in Taiwan Straits, confirms combat patrols Global Times 25 Jan 2024 -- The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) tracked and monitored a US destroyer as it made a transit through the Taiwan Straits on Wednesday, with experts saying on Thursday that the provocative US move, the first of its kind since separatist Lai Ching-te won the Taiwan regional election, sent a wrong signal and further raised tensions.
7th Fleet Destroyer Transits Taiwan Strait US Navy 24 Jan 2024 -- USS John Finn (DDG 113) conducted a Taiwan Strait transit on January 24 through waters where high-seas freedoms of navigation and overflight apply in accordance with international law.
1st post-election U.S. congressional delegation arrives in Taiwan CNA 24 Jan 2024 -- Democrat Ami Bera and Republican Mario Díaz Balart, co-chairs of the congressional Taiwan Caucus, arrived in Taiwan Wednesday for a three-day visit, becoming the first U.S. lawmakers to visit the nation since its presidential and legislative elections on Jan. 13.
China, Nauru establish diplomatic relations after Taiwan split Radio Free Asia 24 Jan 2024 -- China and Nauru formally established diplomatic relations on Wednesday following the Pacific island nation's decision earlier this month to sever ties with Taiwan.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 24, 2024 ROC MND 24 Jan 2024
Appeal by retired military officers in China spying case rejected CNA 24 Jan 2024 -- The convictions of retired military officers Lee Ching-hsien (李慶賢) and Yeh Jui-chang (葉瑞璋) have been finalized after their appeals were rejected by the Supreme Court on Wednesday.
China, Nauru officially resume diplomatic relations Global Times 24 Jan 2024 -- Ten days after Nauru announced it was severing "diplomatic relations" with China's Taiwan region, China and Nauru formally resumed diplomatic ties on Wednesday in Beijing, unveiling a new chapter for bilateral relations.
China, Nauru resume diplomatic relations, open a new chapter of bilateral ties Global Times 24 Jan 2024 -- In about one week after Nauru's announcement to sever "diplomatic relations" with China's Taiwan region, China and Nauru officially resumed diplomatic relations on Wednesday in Beijing, unveiling a new chapter in their bilateral ties and cooperation.
COVID-19 likely to have infected 90% of Taiwan's population: CDC CNA 23 Jan 2024 -- At least 90 percent of Taiwan's population has likely contracted COVID-19, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) said Tuesday, citing a seroprevalence study last year that looked into the prevalence of the disease and the recent spike in cases.
New Marshall Islands president reaffirms Taiwan ties at inauguration CNA 23 Jan 2024 -- The inauguration of the Marshall Islands President Hilda Heine, which took place in the capital Majuro on Monday, was attended by dignitaries from around the world including Taiwan, and saw the new leader reaffirming her support for strong Marshall Islands-Taiwan ties.
Tuvalu affirms ties with Taiwan after warning of possible switch: MOFA CNA 23 Jan 2024 -- Senior officials in Tuvalu have affirmed that the Pacific island country will maintain formal diplomatic ties with Taiwan after a warning emerged on Jan. 19 of a possible severance of ties, a Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) official said Tuesday.
Cross-strait crisis likely to occur in 2024: Taiwan, U.S. experts CNA 23 Jan 2024 -- More than half of surveyed U.S. and Taiwan experts said they believed a cross-Taiwan Strait crisis was likely to occur in 2024, although there were mixed views on how exactly it would play out, a report released Monday by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) said.
US keeps hyping military tension around Taiwan Straits Global Times 23 Jan 2024 -- A US think tank released a report on Tuesday claiming that the "majority of experts" from the US and the island of Taiwan said they believe "a crisis in the Taiwan Straits is likely in 2024," with a "blockade" or "quarantine" of the island by the Chinese mainland seen as the most likely scenario, while analysts from the mainland said this is an old trick of the US to hype regional tensions to spread fear in the region to serve its hegemonic interests.
China unlikely to invade Taiwan in next 5 years: survey Radio Free Asia 23 Jan 2024 -- China is unlikely to invade Taiwan in the next five years, a survey released this week showed.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 23, 2024 ROC MND 23 Jan 2024
Embracing One-China principle 'inevitable trend of times' as Tuvalu reportedly mulls severing 'ties' with Taiwan Global Times 22 Jan 2024 -- Embracing the One-China principle is the general trend of the times and the inevitable choice of the international community, Chinese experts said on Monday, after a Tuvalu envoy's recent remarks that the Pacific island country may follow Nauru's decision to sever "ties" with the island of Taiwan.
Brainwashing still a global threat, new book on China says Radio Free Asia 22 Jan 2024 -- Brainwashing the public through mass propaganda campaigns by the Chinese Communist Party and other authoritarian regimes is a global threat, according to political scholars who recently published a new book on the topic.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 22, 2024 ROC MND 22 Jan 2024
Taiwan says it cherishes relations with Tuvalu amid warning ties at risk CNA 21 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan cherishes its diplomatic ties with Tuvalu and is willing to continue to enhance relations with the Pacific ally, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said in a statement Sunday.
US' manipulating politics in Taiwan to face restraints, counteracts: expert Global Times 21 Jan 2024 -- The US' thinly-veiled policy of playing the so-called Taiwan card to support its geopolitical strategy of containing China is continuing after the regional election of Taiwan island with US lawmakers reportedly scheduling to go to the island.
Lithuania sends 1st European delegation to visit Taiwan following Lai's victory CNA 21 Jan 2024 -- A Lithuanian parliamentarian group led by Matas Maldeikis, head of a Lithuanian-Taiwan friendship group, has arrived in the country for a six-day visit, making them the first European delegate to visit the country following the election of Vice President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) on Jan. 13.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 21, 2024 ROC MND 21 Jan 2024
Elections proof of Taiwan's democratic resilience: Foreign Minister Wu CNA 20 Jan 2024 -- Foreign Minister Joseph Wu (吳釗燮) said Saturday that Taiwan has shown the world its democratic resilience despite China's attempts to intervene in the country's national elections.
U.S. House committee advances bill that includes tax relief for Taiwan CNA 20 Jan 2024 -- A bill that proposes, among other initiatives, to provide tax incentives in the United States for Taiwan businesses and workers, received strong bipartisan support in the committee stage in Congress on Friday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 20, 2024 ROC MND 20 Jan 2024
Lai officially declared ROC president-elect, vows to foster unity CNA 19 Jan 2024 -- The Central Election Commission (CEC) on Friday officially declared Vice President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) president-elect of the Republic of China (Taiwan), and Lai pledged to promote unity in the country.
Taiwan drops one spot to rank 24th in global military power index CNA 19 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan is ranked as having the 24th most powerful military in the world in 2024, a drop of one spot from last year, according to an annual survey published by Global Firepower (GFP), a website that keeps track of global defense information.
Election outcome will not raise risk of Chinese invasion: U.S. expert CNA 19 Jan 2024 -- The outcome of Taiwan's presidential and legislative elections will not raise the risk of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan, former U.S. National Security Council China Director Ryan Hass said Wednesday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 19, 2024 ROC MND 19 Jan 2024
Taiwan Faces Foreign Policy Dilemma as China Turns Up Diplomatic Pressure VOA 18 Jan 2024 -- China has increased diplomatic pressure on Taiwan since the ruling Democratic Progressive Party won a third consecutive presidential term last Saturday, poaching a diplomatic ally from Taiwan and criticizing countries that congratulated the island's president-elect.
PLA warplanes, warships spotted in nighttime patrols around Taiwan island Global Times 18 Jan 2024 -- Recent nighttime exercises and patrols by the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) around the island of Taiwan are routine and aim to safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity from "Taiwan independence" secessionists and external interference forces, Chinese mainland experts said on Thursday, amid foreign media hype over the "first large-scale military activity" after the island's regional election.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 18, 2024 ROC MND 18 Jan 2024
Only 3% of Taiwanese see themselves as primarily Chinese: US survey Radio Free Asia 18 Jan 2024 -- Only 3% of adults in Taiwan see themselves as primarily Chinese, despite Beijing insisting that Taiwan is a Chinese province and should be reunified with the mainland, a new survey has found.
Only 3% of Taiwanese consider themselves Chinese: U.S. report CNA 18 Jan 2024 -- More than two-thirds of Taiwanese people see themselves as primarily Taiwanese, while only a small number consider themselves primarily Chinese, according to a research report released by the United States Pew Research Center on Tuesday.
Seeking to restore diplomatic ties with China right choice independently made by Nauru: spokesperson People's Daily 18 Jan 2024 -- Seeking to restore diplomatic relations with China is the collective decision of the Nauru cabinet and a right choice independently made by Nauru as a sovereign country, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Wednesday.
Palau pledges support for Taiwan after Nauru breaks ties CNA 17 Jan 2024 -- Palauan President Surangel Whipps Jr. congratulated President-elect Lai Ching-te(賴清德) on his Jan. 13 election victory during a phone call on Wednesday, saying bilateral ties between Palau and Taiwan remained robust.
Mainland to unswervingly advance reunification, oppose secessionism and uphold peace: Taiwan Affairs Office Global Times 17 Jan 2024 -- In 2024, the Chinese mainland will adhere to the principles of "peaceful reunification and One Country, Two Systems," continue to oppose Taiwan secession and external interference, continue to promote cross-Straits exchanges, cooperation and integrated development, and unswervingly advance reunification of the motherland, a mainland Taiwan affairs spokesperson said on Wednesday.
China will unswervingly advance national reunification: spokesperson People's Daily 17 Jan 2024 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Wednesday reiterated determination to unswervingly advance national reunification in response to a media query on the recently concluded Taiwan leadership and legislature elections.
The delicate dance: Taiwan's new path with China amid economic strains Radio Free Asia 17 Jan 2024 -- When choosing the independent-leading incumbent vice-president as their new leader, the Taiwanese people not only affirmed their commitment to their current political discourse but also voiced a strong desire for improved economic ties with the Chinese mainland.
'No honeymoon period' for Taiwan's new leader Radio Free Asia 17 Jan 2024 -- Lai Ching-te's victory in Taiwan's presidential election with just 40.1% of the total vote represents a "clear mandate" for the incoming leader but sends a message that his government must get moving swiftly on pressing social issues, a spokesman for Lai said on Wednesday.
After Taiwan election, Beijing vows to step up influence ops Radio Free Asia 17 Jan 2024 -- Since Taiwanese voters elected Beijing's least favorite candidate Lai Ching-te as their next president, China is responding with growing pressure towards what it terms "peaceful unification," in a bid to bring the island under its control through propaganda, threats and infiltration rather than armed invasion, analysts told Radio Free Asia.
Myanmar junta reaffirms support for China's Taiwan policy after elections Radio Free Asia 17 Jan 2024 -- Myanmar's junta has reaffirmed its support for China's claims over Taiwan following the democratic island's general election over the weekend, in what observers say is a bid to curry favor with Beijing as it seeks international backing.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 17, 2024 ROC MND 17 Jan 2024
China's Nationalists Urge War to Reintegrate Taiwan After Presidential Election VOA 17 Jan 2024 -- The record third win for Taiwan's most independence-leaning party in Saturday's presidential election has sparked calls for war from Chinese nationalists who are losing patience, despite more than 70 years of status quo, and want to see the island forcefully reunified with the mainland.
State security organs intensify efforts to combat subversion, espionage related to China's Taiwan island Global Times 17 Jan 2024 -- China's state security organs continue to intensify efforts to combat subversion, espionage, and separatist activities related to China's Taiwan island, and will based on the rule of law, prevent, stop, and punish the infiltration, sabotage activities of hostile forces, China's Ministry of State Security said in an article published on Wednesday.
China firmly opposes U.S. passing of Taiwan-related act: FM spokesperson People's Daily 17 Jan 2024 -- China strongly deplores and firmly opposes the United States passing the so-called Taiwan-related act, and has made serious representations to the U.S. side, a foreign ministry spokesperson said on Tuesday.
U.S. post-election group affirms bipartisan support for Taiwan: AIT CNA 16 Jan 2024 -- A just-concluded trip to Taiwan by former American officials was meant to congratulate Taiwan on its latest democratic elections and to show bipartisan support for bilateral ties, the visiting chair of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) said Tuesday.
Xi calls for strengthening patriotic united forces as security authority warns secessionists Global Times 16 Jan 2024 -- The united front work should strengthen the patriotic united forces in Taiwan, and oppose the separatist acts of "Taiwan independence" forces, Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, said in an article published in the flagship magazine of the CPC Central Committee on Tuesday.
FM opposes US House bill promoting Taiwan membership in IMF Global Times 16 Jan 2024 -- China firmly opposes US' so-called bill supporting the Taiwan island as an IMF member and has lodged a solemn representation with the US, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Tuesday.
Philippine President should read more to develop a proper understanding of the Taiwan question: Chinese FM Global Times 16 Jan 2024 -- China suggests Philippines' President Ferdinand Marcos Jr read more to develop a proper understanding of the ins and outs of the Taiwan question, the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson stated on Tuesday, in response to Marcos' comments on the Taiwan regional election results, with Chinese experts noting that there is disagreement within the Philippines on how to handle relations with China, and Marcos might be considering how to use the situation across the Taiwan Straits as a bargaining chip toward China.
China issues warning to Philippines over Manila's Taiwan remarks Press TV 16 Jan 2024 -- China has issued a warning to the Philippines over Manila's recent remarks after Chinese Taipei elected a new president.
China Warns Philippines 'Not to Play With Fire' Over Taiwan VOA 16 Jan 2024 -- China summoned the ambassador of the Philippines Tuesday to officially protest President Ferdinand Marcos' message of congratulations to Taiwan's newly elected president.
China strongly rebukes US' remarks on Nauru severing 'diplomatic ties' with Taiwan region Global Times 16 Jan 2024 -- China expressed strong dissatisfaction and firm opposition on Tuesday toward the US State Department's latest remarks on Nauru severing "diplomatic ties" with the Taiwan authorities.
US: Nauru's Decision to Break with Taiwan 'Disappointing' VOA 16 Jan 2024 -- The United States said Monday that the government of Nauru's severing diplomatic ties with Taiwan is "disappointing," despite it being a sovereign decision.
AIT chair disappointed by U.N.-resolution distortion in Nauru move CNA 16 Jan 2024 -- The United States was disappointed by Nauru's decision to cut ties with Taipei on Monday and that a 1971 United Nations resolution was "distorted" to justify the move, the visiting chairwoman of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) said Tuesday.
Taiwan makes public Medigen COVID-19 vaccine contract CNA 16 Jan 2024 -- The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) on Tuesday published the contract it used to purchase the COVID-19 vaccine made by Taiwan-based Medigen Vaccine Biologics Corp. in 2021, in an effort to put an end to ongoing accusations that the deal lacked transparency.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 16, 2024 ROC MND 16 Jan 2024
Nauru makes right decision: China's State Council Taiwan Affairs Office People's Daily 16 Jan 2024 -- A spokesperson for China's State Council Taiwan Affairs Office said on Monday that the Nauru government has made the right decision to sever the so-called "diplomatic ties" with Taiwan.
Nauru Officially Breaks Ties with Taiwan US Dept. of State 15 Jan 2024 -- "While the Government of Nauru's action on January 15 to sever its diplomatic relationship with Taiwan is a sovereign decision, it is nonetheless a disappointing one."
Taiwan Loses Nauru to China Following Ruling Party's Election Victory VOA 15 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan announced that it will sever diplomatic ties with Nauru effective immediately Monday after the Pacific island nation announced its decision to switch diplomatic recognition from Taiwan to China.
Taiwan, Nauru end diplomatic relations CNA 15 Jan 2024 -- The Republic of China (Taiwan) has terminated diplomatic relations with the Republic of Nauru with immediate effect after the Pacific island nation announced Monday it would recognize the People's Republic of China (PRC).
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson's Remarks on the Government of the Republic of Nauru's Announcement to Break Diplomatic Ties with the Taiwan Region and Seek to Reestablish Diplomatic Ties with China PRC MofA 15 Jan 2024
Nauru severs diplomatic ties with Taiwan, to seek full relations with China Radio Free Asia 15 Jan 2024 -- Nauru will switch its diplomatic recognition to Beijing from Taiwan, the government of the Pacific island country of 10,000 people said Monday, reducing Taiwan's diplomatic allies to just a dozen nations.
Nauru Severs Diplomatic Relations With Taiwan, Moves to One-China Principle Sputnik 15 Jan 2024 -- The Republic of Nauru (island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean) has decided to sever diplomatic relations with Taiwan in line with the UN resolution that recognizes China as the sole legal government representing the whole of China and seeks to resume full diplomatic relations with China, the country's government said.
China's post-election poaching of Nauru 'an assault on democracy': MOFA CNA 15 Jan 2024 -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) on Monday accused China of plotting to poach diplomatic ally Nauru two days after Taiwan's presidential election as part of a calculated "assault on democracy."
Government, opposition parties denounce Nauru's diplomatic pivot CNA 15 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan's government and opposition parties condemned Nauru on Monday for its decision to shift diplomatic recognition to China, a move that came shortly after the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) secured a third term in power.
Nauru's financial demands key to breaking ties with Taiwan: Official CNA 15 Jan 2024 -- Nauru asked Taiwan for around 125 million Australian dollars (US$83.23 million) to keep an immigration detention facility going but it switched diplomatic recognition to China before Taipei gave a final answer, a Taiwanese diplomatic source said.
Nauru to sever 'diplomatic ties' with Taiwan region, showing one-China principle a prevailing consensus Global Times 15 Jan 2024 -- Chinese Foreign Ministry said China appreciates and welcomes Nauru's decision of severing "diplomatic ties" with the Taiwan region, which was announced on Monday on the heels of the regional election in the island, reflecting that the one-China principle is a prevailing consensus among the international community. The decision is also considered a slap in the face to some ill-intentioned moves made by very few US-led Western countries aiming to turn the Taiwan question into an international topic and to continue playing "the Taiwan card" in containing the Chinese mainland, experts said.
'Major reforms' needed for KMT to return to power: Ex-VP candidate CNA 15 Jan 2024 -- The Kuomintang (KMT) needs to undertake "major reforms" and clarify its messaging if it wants to win future elections, Jaw Shau-kong (趙少康), the vice presidential candidate on the KMT's ticket in Saturday's presidential election, said Monday.
U.S. to keep working with Taiwan for regional peace: Ex-U.S. officials CNA 15 Jan 2024 -- Two former U.S. officials met with President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) in Taipei on Monday, two days after Taiwan's presidential election, and affirmed the United States' policy of working with Taiwan for peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait.
Results of Taiwan regional elections spur concerns over cross-Straits business, trade Global Times 15 Jan 2024 -- Following Taiwan's regional elections, concerns have risen regarding cross-Straits trade, given the island's new leaders' adoption of a hostile and separatist policy toward the Chinese mainland.
Elections won't change fact that Taiwan belongs to China: Beijing IRNA 15 Jan 2024 -- China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi has reiterated his country's sovereignty over Taiwan, saying the recently-held election and its results there will not change the basic fact that the self-ruled island is a part of China.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 15, 2024 ROC MND 15 Jan 2024
Taiwan's president-elect hopes US can continue to support the island Radio Free Asia 14 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan's president-elect Lai Ching-te told a visiting delegation of former senior U.S. officials on Monday that he hopes the United States can continue to support Taiwan.
SCO chief makes remarks on result of Taiwan leadership election People's Daily 15 Jan 2024 -- Zhang Ming, secretary-general of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), on Sunday made remarks on the result of Taiwan leadership election.
Mainland spokesperson comments on Taiwan election results People's Daily 15 Jan 2024 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Saturday commented on the outcomes of Taiwan leadership and legislature elections.
New Taiwan Government Faces Challenges in Policy, China Pressures VOA 14 Jan 2024 -- Taiwanese voters handed Taiwan's pro-sovereignty ruling Democratic Progressive Party, or DPP, a historic victory in the island's presidential election over the weekend, despite pressure from China.
Voters backing TPP's Ko shows distrust of DPP and KMT: Analyst CNA 14 Jan 2024 -- The 3.69 million votes garnered by Taiwan People's Party (TPP) Chairman Ko Wen-je (柯文哲) in Saturday's presidential election reflected the "distrust" felt by many young people towards the country's two major parties, a Malaysian analyst said Sunday.
Election shows approval of Tsai's 8 years in office: DPP official CNA 14 Jan 2024 -- The results of Saturday's presidential and legislative elections showed voters approved of President Tsai Ing-wen's (蔡英文) stewardship of Taiwan over the past eight years, according to a senior Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) official.
Taiwan urges Beijing to 'face reality' and accept its election results CNA 14 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) on Sunday called on Beijing to "face reality" and respect the results of its election, after a Chinese government official referred to Taiwan-related matters as an "internal affair" for China.
Taiwan's Newly Elected Head of Administration Says Intends to Jointly Promote Democracy With US Sputnik 14 Jan 2024 -- Newly elected regional leader of Taiwan Lai Ching-te on Sunday thanked US Secretary of State Antony Blinken for his congratulations on the election victory and declared an intention to jointly promote democracy and peace in the Indo-Pacific region.
Int'l community congratulates Taiwan on elections, eyes more exchanges CNA 14 Jan 2024 -- More foreign government officials and elected representatives congratulated Taiwan on Sunday after the country held elections for its president and legislators, while expressing optimism over further exchanges.
Statement by the Federal Foreign Office on the elections in Taiwan on 13 January 2024 Germany Federal Foreign Office 14 Jan 2024
Iran reiterates support for One China principle IRNA 14 Jan 2024 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has stressed Iran's support for One China principle.
Iran says supports 'One China' policy as Taiwan counts election votes Press TV 14 Jan 2024 -- Iran has once again reaffirmed its support for the "One China" policy, saying Beijing has a definite right to defend its national sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Statement on the Philippines' One China Policy Philippines DFA 14 Jan 2024 -- The Department of Foreign Affairs reaffirms the principles contained in the Joint Communique of the Government of the Republic of the Philippines and the Government of the People's Republic of China signed by President Ferdinand E. Marcos and Premier Zhou Enlai on 9 June 1975.
U.S. delegation arrives in Taiwan for post-election talks CNA 14 Jan 2024 -- A U.S delegation including former National Security Advisor Stephen Hadley arrived in Taiwan on Sunday evening, one day after Vice President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) was elected the country's new leader.
US to send delegation to Taiwan despite China's warnings IRNA 14 Jan 2024 -- A US congressional delegation will travel to Taiwan in May to announce America's solidarity with the island, a move that risks deteriorating the already tense relations between Washington and Beijing.
'Taiwan independence' a dead-end, sabotages peace in Straits Global Times 14 Jan 2024 -- China has made serious representations to the US over the US State Department's statement on Taiwan's regional election, and opposes the US having any form of official interaction with the island, China's Foreign Ministry stated on Sunday. As the risks of Taiwan secessionists' provocation and cross-Straits conflicts overshadow peace and stability in the Straits with Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) remaining in power, experts said it is necessary to caution the US against indulging Taiwan secessionists to prevent an unwanted clash.
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson's Remarks on US State Department's Statement on the Election in China's Taiwan Region PRC MofA 14 Jan 2024 -- The US State Department's statement on the election in China's Taiwan region seriously violates the one-China principle and the three China-US joint communiqués, and goes against the US' own political commitment to maintaining only cultural, commercial, and other unofficial relations with the people of Taiwan.
China Rebukes US State Dept for Sending 'Gravely Wrong Signal' to Taiwan Sputnik 14 Jan 2024 -- China resolutely opposes any official interaction between the US and Taiwan and any American interference in Taiwan's internal affairs, regardless of the reasons, and calls on Washington to strictly adhere to the one-China principle and the joint communiques.
Beijing says Taiwan issue is China's internal affair Press TV 14 Jan 2024 -- The Chinese Foreign Ministry in a statement has reaffirmed the "One China" policy, saying that the Taiwan issue is China's internal affair and irrespective of changes in the island Taiwan is part of China.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 14, 2023 ROC MND 14 Jan 2024
DPP wins presidency but loses majority in Legislature CNA 14 Jan 2024 -- Taiwanese voters on Saturday kept the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) in power for another four years but elected a new legislature that cost the DPP its absolute majority in the 113-seat body.
Taiwan elections Australia DFAT 14 Jan 2024 -- Australia congratulates Dr Lai Ching-te on his victory in the Taiwan elections held on 13 January.
U.S, Japan, EU congratulate Taiwan on elections, emphasize cross-strait peace CNA 14 Jan 2024 -- The United States, Japan, United Kingdom and the European Union offered congratulations to Taiwan on Saturday, following the completion of the presidential and legislative elections, while emphasizing the importance of peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait.
Chinese coercion expected to continue with Lai's win: Foreign scholars CNA 14 Jan 2024 -- Chinese strategies involving economic coercion and psychological warfare against Taiwan are expected to continue following the victory of Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) candidate Lai Ching-te (賴清德) in the presidential election, scholars said Saturday.
MAC urges China to 'respect' Taiwan's election results CNA 14 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan's top government agency handling cross-Taiwan Strait affairs has called on Beijing to "respect" the results of the presidential and legislative elections held on Saturday, saying they had showcased the resolve of Taiwanese society to safeguard freedom and democracy.
Scholars predict rising China pressure, political gridlock after Taiwan election CNA 14 Jan 2024 -- The victory of Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential candidate Lai Ching-te (賴清德) on Saturday will likely bring increased pressure from China, as well as gridlock in the legislature after no party won a majority, according to scholars.
President-elect Lai Ching-te promises to maintain cross-strait status quo CNA 14 Jan 2024 -- President-elect Lai Ching-te (賴清德) said Saturday night he would commit to working to maintain the status quo in the Taiwan Strait and urged Beijing to change its approach towards Taipei in this "new situation."
Lai Ching-te Wins Taiwan Presidential Election VOA 13 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party secured an unprecedented third consecutive presidential term on Saturday, with the party's candidate, current Taiwan Vice President Lai Ching-te, winning 40% of the ballot.
On Taiwan's Election US Dept. of State 13 Jan 2024 -- The United States congratulates Dr. Lai Ching-te on his victory in Taiwan's presidential election. We also congratulate the Taiwan people for once again demonstrating the strength of their robust democratic system and electoral process.
Taiwan chooses Vice President Lai as new leader in rebuke to China Radio Free Asia 13 Jan 2024 -- Taiwanese voters elected Vice President Lai Ching-te from the ruling Democratic Progressive Party, or DPP, as their new president on Saturday, signaling a continuation of the island's policies aimed at preserving its de facto independence, despite increasing tensions with China.
Taiwan's Pro-Independence Candidate Lai Ching-te Wins Election With 40.05% - Election Body Sputnik 13 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan held regional leadership election on Saturday. The regional leader is elected by a simple majority of votes for a four-year term.
Taiwan ruling party's Lai Ching-te wins crucial presidential election Press TV 13 Jan 2024 -- Ruling-party candidate William Lai Ching-te has won Taiwan's presidential election, securing a total of more than 5 million votes.
DPP's Lai wins over 5.58 million votes in Taiwan presidential election CNA 13 Jan 2024 -- The Central Election Commission (CEC) on Saturday confirmed the vote count in Taiwan's presidential election, with Vice President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) and his running mate Hsiao Bi-khim (蕭美琴) of the Democratic Progressive Party winning more than 5.58 million votes.
No party gets legislative majority; small TPP to play key role CNA 13 Jan 2024 -- Neither of Taiwan's two major parties won an absolute majority in the Legislative Yuan on Saturday, leaving the upstart Taiwan People's Party in a position to influence the inner workings of the 113-seat body.
KMT's Hou calls for national unity post-election CNA 13 Jan 2024 -- Opposition Kuomintang (KMT) presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih (侯友宜), who lost the 2024 presidential race to Vice President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) of the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), on Saturday urged all political parties to unite after the election to address the challenges facing Taiwan.
Election result shows TPP has ushered in three-party politics in Taiwan: Ko CNA 13 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan People's Party (TPP) founder Ko Wen-je (柯文哲) said on Saturday that despite losing the election, the TPP has ushered in a new era of Taiwanese politics that includes three major parties, with the TPP set to become a "critical minority" in the legislature.
KMT's Hou concedes defeat in Taiwan presidential election (update) CNA 13 Jan 2024 -- Opposition Kuomintang (KMT) presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih (侯友宜) has conceded defeat in the 2024 presidential campaign after losing to Vice President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) of the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP).
No party gets majority in Legislature; KMT wins most seats CNA 13 Jan 2024 -- No party won a majority in Taiwan's Legislative Yuan for the first time since 2004, after Saturday's elections saw the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) win 51 seats, the Kuomintang (KMT) 52, and the Taiwan People's Party (TPP) eight.
DPP's Lai Ching-te elected as Taiwan's new president CNA 13 Jan 2024 -- Vice President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has won Taiwan's presidential election, helped by a split of the opposition vote that gave him a victory even without an absolute majority of the ballots cast.
TPP's Ko urges supporters not to lose faith after election defeat CNA 13 Jan 2024 -- Former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je (柯文哲) of the Taiwan People's Party (TPP) urged his supporters not to be disheartened but to continue their hard work to secure victory for Taiwan at the next election, after finishing third in Saturday's presidential election.
DPP's Lai claims victory in Taiwan presidential election CNA 13 Jan 2024 -- Vice President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) declared victory in Taiwan's presidential race on Saturday, garnering an unprecedented third consecutive term for his party.
Taiwan: Statement by the Spokesperson on the elections European External Action Service (EEAS) 13 Jan 2024 -- The European Union welcomes the elections held in Taiwan on 13 January, and congratulates all the voters who participated in this democratic exercise. Our respective systems of governance are founded on a shared commitment to democracy, the rule of law and human rights.
Mainland spokesperson comments on Taiwan election results Global Times 13 Jan 2024 -- A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Saturday commented on the outcomes of Taiwan leadership and legislature elections.
China hopes U.S. will handle Taiwan-related issues prudently, properly: spokesperson People's Daily 13 Jan 2024 -- A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson on Friday said that China hopes the United States will honor commitments, handle Taiwan-related issues prudently and properly, and refrain from interfering in the elections of the Taiwan region in any form.
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson's Remarks on the Election in Taiwan PRC MofA 13 Jan 2024 -- "The Taiwan question is China's internal affair. Whatever changes take place in Taiwan, the basic fact that there is only one China in the world and Taiwan is part of China will not change (...)"
Taiwan Elections, January 2024: Foreign Secretary's Statement UK FCDO 13 Jan 2024 -- Foreign Secretary offers his congratulations to Dr Lai Ching-te following presidential and legislative elections in Taiwan.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 13, 2023 ROC MND 13 Jan 2024
Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova's answer to a media question regarding Russia's position on the Taiwan issue Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 13 Jan 2024
China to Firmly Oppose Actions Aimed at Promoting Taiwan's Independence Sputnik 13 Jan 2024 -- China will firmly oppose any actions aimed at promoting Taiwan's independence and interference by external forces in the country's internal affairs, spokesman for China's Taiwan Affairs Office Chen Binhua said on Saturday, commenting on the results of the island's elections.
Taiwan Detects 8 Chinese Aircraft, 6 Vessels Near Island Over 24 Hours Sputnik 13 Jan 2024 -- The Taiwanese armed forces spotted 8 Chinese military aircraft and six vessels near the island over the past 24 hours, the Taiwanese Defense Ministry said on Saturday.
U.S. carrier in Pacific to deter China as Taiwanese vote: Scholars CNA 13 Jan 2024 -- The current deployment of a United States aircraft carrier, the USS Carl Vinson, east of Taiwan is meant to serve as a deterrent to China during Taiwan's election period, when voters are picking a new president, two defense scholars said Saturday.
U.S. House oks bills to safeguard Taiwan's participation in int'l financial institutions CNA 13 Jan 2024 -- The United States House of Representatives on Friday passed the "Taiwan Non-Discrimination Act of 2023" and "Pressure Regulatory Organizations To End Chinese Threats to (PROTECT) Taiwan Act" aimed at countering efforts by China to exclude Taiwan from participating in international financial institutions.
China hopes U.S. will handle Taiwan-related issues prudently, properly: spokesperson People's Daily 13 Jan 2024 -- A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson on Friday said that China hopes the United States will honor commitments, handle Taiwan-related issues prudently and properly, and refrain from interfering in the elections of the Taiwan region in any form.
Counting underway in Taiwan's pivotal presidential election Radio Free Asia 12 Jan 2024 -- Voting has ended and counting is underway in Taiwan's presidential election, a ballot that will shape its future relationship with China and stance on independence and stability.
Millions of Voters Head to Polls as Taiwan Election Gets Under Way VOA 12 Jan 2024 -- Following weeks of intense campaigning and numerous rallies, more than 19 million voters across Taiwan headed to the polls on Saturday to determine who will be the next president to lead the democratic island amid heightened tension across the Taiwan Strait.
DPP heavyweights rally behind Lai-Hsiao ticket on eve of election day CNA 12 Jan 2024 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) and other Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) leaders rallied in New Taipei on Friday evening to drum up support for the party's presidential candidate Lai Ching-te (賴清德), hours before Taiwanese head to the polls to choose the country's next leader.
TPP's Ko vows to defeat KMT, DPP in final election push CNA 12 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan People's Party (TPP) presidential candidate Ko Wen-je (柯文哲) made an emotional appeal to tens of thousands of supporters on the eve of election day Friday night, urging them to vote so the party can end the pan-blue and pan-green camp monopoly of power in Taiwan.
KMT election eve rally calls for peace and a change of government CNA 12 Jan 2024 -- The Kuomintang's (KMT) final election eve campaign rally on Friday night, held in Banqiao, focused on "winning back the Republic of China (ROC)" and peace.
Stable U.S. relations key to opening communications with China: TPP's Ko CNA 12 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan People's Party (TPP) presidential candidate Ko Wen-je (柯文哲) said Friday that if elected, he would first ensure that Taiwan's relationship with the United States remains solid before attempting to open communications with China.
The basic fact that Taiwan is part of China will not change regardless of the elections result of the region: FM Global Times 12 Jan 2024 -- The elections of the Taiwan region are China's internal affairs and regardless of the result, it will not change the basic fact that Taiwan is part of China and there is only one China in the world, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said at a press conference on Friday.
Blinken Meets Top China Foreign Minister Candidate Before Taiwan Elections VOA 12 Jan 2024 -- U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken held talks with veteran Chinese diplomat Liu Jianchao on Friday morning, a day before Taiwan's presidential and legislative elections — a test for efforts to stabilize tensions between the United States and China.
China urges U.S. to stop interfering in elections in Taiwan region People's Daily 12 Jan 2024 -- A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Thursday said that the elections in the Taiwan region are purely China's internal affairs, which brook no external interference, and China urges the U.S. side to stop interfering in elections in the Taiwan region in any form.
Taiwan election: Balancing economic hopes and China relations Radio Free Asia 11 Jan 2024 -- For 40-year-old Taiwanese driver Hsiao Min-yu, Saturday's presidential election is about picking a leader who can improve his economic prospects. Like others in his community, Hsiao has struggled with stagnant salaries and rising costs of living over the past few years. He hopes the next president can boost the economy so that his financial stress is lessened.
China launches 2 more rockets Thursday; no threat to Taiwan: MND CNA 11 Jan 2024 -- China on Thursday launched another two rockets, which were carrying satellites, but neither of them passed near Taiwan and therefore did not pose any threat to the country, according to Taiwan's defense ministry.
U.S. lawmakers introduce resolution commending Taiwan ahead of elections CNA 11 Jan 2024 -- Dozens of lawmakers in the United States House of Representatives introduced a bipartisan resolution Wednesday commending Taiwan for its commitment to democratic elections and institutions in the face of ongoing threats from China before election day on Jan. 13.
Background Press Call by a Senior Administration Official on Taiwan Elections The White House 11 Jan 2024
Overseas Chinese influencers decry ex-President Ma's cross-strait stance CNA 11 Jan 2024 -- Former president Ma Ying-jeou's (馬英九) recent controversial take on navigating the relationship between Taiwan and China was a focal point during a forum in Taipei on Thursday that featured an election observer group comprised of media personalities.
KMT presidential nominee Hou rules out unification talks with China CNA 11 Jan 2024 -- Kuomintang (KMT) presidential nominee Hou Yu-ih (侯友宜) on Thursday ruled out holding talks with Beijing over unification between Taiwan and China if elected president.
4 Kaohsiung ward chiefs indicted over involvement in China trip CNA 11 Jan 2024 -- Prosecutors on Thursday indicted four ward chiefs in Kaohsiung for their alleged involvement in a recent Beijing trip subsidized in part by the Chinese government.
China to US: Stop sending wrong signals to 'Taiwan independence' separatists Press TV 11 Jan 2024 -- China has reiterated its firm opposition to any official contact between the United States and the Chinese Taipei, urging Washington to stop sending wrong signals to separatist forces in the self-ruled island.
US, S Korea vow to cooperate on Taiwan as election nears Radio Free Asia 11 Jan 2024 -- The United States and South Korea have reaffirmed their commitment to work together in maintaining stability in the Taiwan Strait, as cross-strait tensions show signs of escalation in light of the upcoming presidential election in the self-governing island on Saturday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 11, 2023 ROC MND 11 Jan 2024
So-called new situation advocated by separatist Lai would create dangerous situation with 'rough waves' in Taiwan Straits: mainland spokesperson Global Times 11 Jan 2024 -- The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) separatist candidate Lai Ching-te's latest remarks to advocate the fallacy of "Taiwan independence" as well as his previous remarks indicate that if he was elected as the leader of Taiwan region, he will further promote "Taiwan independence" and separatist activities and the so-called "new situation" that Lai wants to create will be a dangerous situation with rough waves in the Taiwan Straits, Chen Binhua, a spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office told a press conference on Wednesday.
Mainland 'legitimate' in mulling halting tariff cuts on more Taiwan imports; 'DPP's hostile policy root cause of friction' Global Times 11 Jan 2024 -- The Chinese mainland's plan to contemplate suspending tariff concessions for more products imported from Taiwan in response to the island's trade restrictions and political maneuvering is legitimate and in line with WTO rules, experts said, urging the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities to take concrete measures to lift trade restrictions on the mainland and avoid hurting Taiwan residents and businessmen's interests.
"Taiwan independence" and peace across Taiwan Strait cannot coexist: mainland spokesperson People's Daily 11 Jan 2024 -- "Taiwan independence" and peace across the Taiwan Strait cannot coexist, as the former is also incompatible with the interests and welfare of Taiwan compatriots, a Chinese mainland spokesperson said Wednesday.
Presidential hopefuls address national affairs as campaign draws to close CNA 10 Jan 2024 -- With only two days remaining until the presidential election, the three candidates weighed in on different issues as they continued campaigning around Taiwan Wednesday.
US to Send Delegation After Taiwan Election VOA 10 Jan 2024 -- Ahead of the presidential and legislative election on Saturday in Taiwan, where cross-strait relations and how to deal with Beijing's policy toward the self-ruled island are a central theme, Washington announced it will be sending a "high-level unofficial delegation" after the Taiwan election.
Biden to send delegation to Taiwan after election Radio Free Asia 10 Jan 2024 -- U.S. President Joe Biden will send an "unofficial" delegation of former officials to Taiwan following Saturday's presidential election, a White House official said Wednesday, labeling the practice "nothing new."
House speaker says U.S. stands with Taiwan in meeting with new envoy CNA 10 Jan 2024 -- In his first official meeting with Taiwan's representative to the United States Alexander Yui (俞大㵢), House Speaker Mike Johnson said the U.S. stands with Taiwan.
China warns US will 'never compromise' on Taiwan Press TV 10 Jan 2024 -- China has reiterated Beijing's steadfastness regarding Taiwan, telling the United States to stop providing military aid ahead of a key election on the self-ruled island.
Ma's 'trust' comment about Xi draws rebuke from DPP CNA 10 Jan 2024 -- The ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) on Wednesday described former President Ma Ying-jeou's (馬英九) comment that Taiwan has no choice but to trust Chinese leader Xi Jinping (習近平) on cross-strait relations as a "departure from reality."
Former KMT lawmaker released on bail in alleged Chinese interference case CNA 10 Jan 2024 -- Former Kuomintang (KMT) lawmaker Chang Hsien-yao (張顯耀) was released on NT$1 million (US$32,129) bail Wednesday after being questioned on suspicion of being involved in cases of Chinese interference in the Jan. 13 elections, according to the Ciaotou District Prosecutors Office.
Security priorities in Taiwan's presidential election Radio Free Asia 10 Jan 2024 -- On Tuesday, Jan. 9 at around 3 p.m., everybody in Taiwan received a presidential alert via text message, warning them about an imminent satellite launch by China. The text in English, however, reads "Missile flyover Taiwan airspace, be aware."
China targets Taiwan's temples, Matsu worshippers in influence ops Radio Free Asia 10 Jan 2024 -- All three candidates in Taiwan's forthcoming presidential election have made a point of showing their devotion to the sea goddess Matsu, who is hugely popular on both sides of the Taiwan Strait, amid warnings that the deity is being used as a vehicle for the Chinese Communist Party's United Front operation to influence and persuade the democratic island's 23 million people to accept "peaceful unification."
China emphasizes Taiwan question, South China Sea issue in resumed defense policy coordination talks with US Global Times 10 Jan 2024 -- China and the US resumed the previously suspended defense policy coordination talks with a meeting this week, in which the Chinese side stressed its positions on the Taiwan question and the South China Sea issue, as well as maritime and air security issues.
Chinese mainland mulls halting tariff cuts on more Taiwan imports People's Daily 10 Jan 2024 -- The Chinese mainland is contemplating suspending tariff concessions for more products imported from Taiwan, in response to the island's trade restrictions and political maneuvering, the mainland's Ministry of Commerce said Tuesday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 10, 2023 ROC MND 10 Jan 2024
Air Force says no decision yet on T-34C trainer replacement plan CNA 09 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan's Air Force said Tuesday that it has not made a final decision on whether to choose locally designed and built jet trainers to replace its aging T-34C fleet.
Opposition demands gov't explain China satellite launch missile alert CNA 09 Jan 2024 -- Opposition parties on Tuesday demanded the government fully review and explain why a national alert warning of a "missile flyover" in English was sent in response to the preplanned launch of a Chinese low-orbit satellite.
Taiwan's military apologizes over 'missile flyover' message mishap CNA 09 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense (MND) has apologized for sending a nationwide emergency alert on Tuesday that warned of a "missile flyover" in English when it was actually a Chinese satellite launching in airspace over Taiwan.
Alert sent out after Chinese rocket diverged from expected path: MND CNA 09 Jan 2024 -- The Ministry of National Defense (MND) on Tuesday said it decided to send out a nationwide alert message after a rocket carrying a satellite launched from China diverged from its anticipated flight path in the direction of Taiwan.
Chinese launches satellite, triggers emergency alert in Taiwan CNA 09 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan's military on Tuesday afternoon sent a nationwide emergency alert message informing the public that China's government had just launched a satellite with its trajectory passing through airspace over southern Taiwan at 3:04 p.m. Tuesday.
Chinese Satellite Launch Triggers Island-Wide Alert in Taiwan VOA 09 Jan 2024 -- China says it successfully launched a science satellite into orbit Tuesday, an event that triggered an island-wide alert in Taiwan.
No need to shoot down all Chinese balloons: Defense official CNA 09 Jan 2024 -- A senior Taiwanese defense official on Tuesday said the military will not shoot down all Chinese balloons found flying across Taiwan because doing so would waste of ammunition and is "exactly what the Chinese want."
Global support for Taiwan 'strong deterrence' against China: FM CNA 09 Jan 2024 -- Support for Taiwan's democracy from the international community serves as "a very strong deterrent against possible Chinese action," Foreign Minister Joseph Wu (吳釗燮) said Tuesday.
DPP's Lai urges Beijing to engage in talks with Taipei CNA 09 Jan 2024 -- Lai Ching-te (賴清德), the presidential candidate of the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), has called on China's leaders to assume responsibility for regional stability and engage in dialogue with Taiwan.
Keelung ward chief indicted for arranging subsidized China trip CNA 09 Jan 2024 -- Prosecutors on Tuesday indicted a ward chief in Keelung for his alleged involvement in organizing a trip to Shandong Province "disproportionately subsidized" by the Chinese government.
Chinese mainland issues sweeping plan to boost integrated development with Taiwan region Global Times 09 Jan 2024 -- Chinese mainland authorities have released sweeping guidelines to support East China's Fujian Province in exploring new paths for cross-Straits integrated development, outlining a flurry of specific measures to boost economic and trade cooperation between Fujian and Taiwan region in a wide range of areas from services trade and small businesses to high-tech industrial clusters.
'No need' to declare independence, Taiwan presidential hopeful says Radio Free Asia 09 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan doesn't need to declare independence, incumbent vice president and presidential hopeful Lai Ching-te told a press conference ahead of Saturday's general election, as the Ministry of Defense issued an air-raid alert over a Chinese rocket launch.
Japan must fight in Taiwan Strait in the event of conflict: Ex-PM Aso Radio Free Asia 09 Jan 2024 -- China's claims over Taiwan will "definitely become an existential crisis situation" for Japan, and Tokyo must fight in the Taiwan Strait in the event of conflict to rescue its citizens, former Japanese Prime Minister Taro Aso warned on Monday.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 9, 2023 ROC MND 09 Jan 2024
Taiwan planning next-generation indigenous jet fighters: President Tsai CNA 08 Jan 2024 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文), who is nearing the end of her final term in office, said Sunday that Taiwan is preparing to develop the next generation of indigenous jet fighters, to ensure continuity of her administration's national defense policy.
Locally designed jet trainer prototype may be ready in 2028: Developer CNA 08 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan's main domestic aircraft developer said Monday it has completed the first stage of design for a military trainer aircraft destined to replace the Air Force's Beechcraft T-34C trainers, which are near the end of their service life.
Taiwan to allow charter flights from 13 locations in China over LNY CNA 08 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan will allow charter passenger flights from 13 additional locations in China to meet the increased travel demand around the upcoming Lunar New Year holiday, the Civil Aeronautics Administration (CAA) said Monday.
Taiwan at crossroads: Who will be the island's next president? Radio Free Asia 08 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan is gearing up for a pivotal presidential election on Saturday that will shape its future relationship with China and its stance on independence. The election will decide whether to continue on the path set by the current President Tsai Ing-wen of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), known for her independence-minded approach.
Taiwan Prepares for Contentious Presidential Election VOA 08 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan will hold its contentious presidential and legislative election on January 13, with millions of Taiwanese voters expected to vote and elect a new president to lead the democratic island amid heightened tensions across the Taiwan Strait.
Chinese Balloons Aim to Influence Taiwan's Election, Experts Say VOA 08 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan's defense ministry said it detected three more balloons from mainland China flying over the Taiwan Strait on Monday, the latest in a spate of such balloons the ministry has spotted over the past month.
US Opposes 'Malign Influence' in Taiwan's Elections VOA 08 Jan 2024 -- The United States says it opposes "outside interference or malign influence" in Taiwan's elections, ahead of the island's hotly contested presidential and legislative elections on January 13.
Premier requested by lawmakers to discuss Medigen vaccine case CNA 08 Jan 2024 -- The Legislative Yuan passed a motion on Monday to hold a special session on Tuesday, in which Premier Chen Chien-jen (陳建仁) and relevant Cabinet ministries will be asked questions regarding the government's purchase of the COVID-19 vaccine made by Taiwan-based Medigen Vaccine Biologics Corp.
China decides to sanction five U.S. defense industry companies People's Daily 08 Jan 2024 -- China has decided to sanction five U.S. defense industry companies, a foreign ministry spokesperson said on Sunday.
DPP's Lai slams KMT for 'aligning with China' on cross-strait issues CNA 07 Jan 2024 -- Vice President Lai Ching-te (賴清德), the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) 2024 presidential candidate, said Saturday that a major problem with the main opposition Kuomintang (KMT) is its consistent alignment with China's views on cross-strait issues.
TPP's Ko calls 2024 election a choice between 'new politics,' 'old forces' CNA 07 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan People's Party (TPP) presidential candidate Ko Wen-je (柯文哲) on Sunday called the 2024 presidential election a showdown between "new politics" and "old forces," while urging voters to elect a president "who can solve problems."
DPP canvases for support at 'Super Sunday' Pingtung campaign rally CNA 07 Jan 2024 -- Ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) legislative nominees gathered for a "Super Sunday" event in Pingtung County Sunday, with presidential candidate Lai Ching-te (賴清德) making a push to consolidate support in an area generally considered a DPP stronghold.
Hou calls for end to DPP rule at final weekend rally in Kaohsiung CNA 07 Jan 2024 -- Opposition Kuomintang (KMT) presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih (侯友宜) held a rally in Kaohsiung Sunday, on the last weekend of the election campaign, at which he called on voters to support the party and end the Democratic Progressive Party's (DPP) eight years in power.
Chinese balloons being used to 'maintain pressure' on Taiwan: Analyst CNA 07 Jan 2024 -- The Chinese balloons recently detected floating over Taiwan are likely intended to "maintain pressure" on Taipei without unduly escalating tensions, a Taiwanese scholar said Sunday.
Infrastructure, combat readiness key to Taiwan defense: Think tank CNA 07 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan's military should give priority to protecting the country's crucial infrastructure, maintaining combat readiness, and decentralizing its military command, to build an effective national defense against a possible full-scale invasion by China, a military think tank said in an annual report released recently.
'We've been in this situation for a long time' Radio Free Asia 07 Jan 2024 -- As Taiwan gears up for presidential and legislative elections next Saturday, voters on the streets of the democratic island's capital Taipei say a Chinese invasion isn't at the top of their list of concerns.
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson's Remarks on Countermeasures on US Arms Sales to China's Taiwan Region and Sanctions on Chinese Entities PRC MofA 07 Jan 2024
China sanctions five US arms manufacturers over Taiwan weapons sales Press TV 07 Jan 2024 -- China has announced sanctions against five US arms manufacturers in reaction to weapons sales to Taiwan and US sanctions on Chinese companies and individuals.
China Sanctions Five US Defense Companies in Response to New Arms Sales to Taiwan Sputnik 07 Jan 2024 -- China has sanctioned five US defense industry companies in response for new US arms sales to Taiwan by freezing those entities' property in China and barring organizations and individuals in the Asian nation from transactions and cooperation with them, the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Sunday.
China sanctions five US companies in upgraded response to Washington's arms sales to Taiwan island Global Times 07 Jan 2024 -- As countermeasures against US' arms sales to China's Taiwan region and the country's sanctions on Chinese entities, the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Sunday that China has decided to impose sanctions on five US defense companies, including freezing movable and immovable assets and other types of property held within China, as well as prohibiting organizations and individuals within China from engaging in transactions, cooperation, and other activities with these companies.
China imposes sanctions on five US companies as countermeasures against arms sales to Taiwan island Global Times 07 Jan 2024 -- As countermeasures on US arms sales to China's Taiwan region and the country's sanctions on Chinese entities, the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Sunday that China has decided to impose sanctions on five US defense companies, including freezing movable and immovable assets and other types of property held within China, as well as prohibiting organizations and individuals within China from engaging in transactions, cooperation, and other activities with these companies.
China has imposed sanctions on five US defense companies in response to the US arms sales to the island of Taiwan Global Times 07 Jan 2024 -- In response to the US arms sales to the island of Taiwan, the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that China has decided to impose sanctions on five US defense companies. These sanctions include freezing movable and immovable assets, as well as other types of property held within China. Additionally, organizations and individuals within China are prohibited from engaging in transactions, cooperation, and other activities with these companies.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 7, 2023 ROC MND 07 Jan 2024
DPP's Lai vows to bring Taiwan forward, denounces dependence on China CNA 06 Jan 2024 -- Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential nominee Lai Ching-te (賴清德) said Saturday he would "lead Taiwan forward steadily," criticizing his opponents' alleged endorsement of increased dependence on China.
KMT calls on Ko supporters to vote strategically and prevent DPP presidency CNA 06 Jan 2024 -- Kuomintang (KMT) presidential candidate and New Taipei Mayor Hou Yu-ih (侯友宜) returned to the city on Saturday as part of his campaign trail, urging Taiwan People's Party supporters to vote for him and prevent the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) from retaining power.
Taiwan's continued progress hinges on DPP legislative majority: Lai CNA 06 Jan 2024 -- Vice President Lai Ching-te (賴清德), the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) 2024 presidential candidate, urged supporters Friday to ensure that the party maintains its legislative majority, saying that is crucial to Taiwan's continued development.
TPP expels independent legislative candidate over alleged China funding CNA 06 Jan 2024 -- The Taiwan People's Party (TPP) on Saturday expelled independent legislative candidate Ma Chih-wei (馬治薇) after she was detained on suspicion of having received campaign funding from China.
Reunification Alliance Party officials detained over China trip case CNA 06 Jan 2024 -- Two officials from the Reunification Alliance Party have been detained on suspicion of breaching election interference rules by organizing trips to China at the request of the Chinese government, Pingtung District Prosecutors Office said on Saturday.
'No Real Relations': Georgia Pivots Toward China As Taiwan Readies For Crucial Vote RFE/RL 06 Jan 2024 -- With China applying economic and military pressure in the lead-up to Taiwan's elections, Beijing's policy toward the island nation is again in the spotlight and being closely watched by the United States and Europe.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 6, 2023 ROC MND 06 Jan 2024
Defense ministry urges public not to be influenced by Chinese balloons CNA 06 Jan 2024 -- The Ministry of National Defense (MND) on Saturday urged the public not to be influenced by "gray zone" tactics after an uptick in Chinese balloons detected floating over Taiwan.
Taiwan accuses China of gray zone tactics by flying balloons Radio Free Asia 06 Jan 2024 -- After Taiwan spotted Chinese balloons flying over its main island, the Ministry of National Defense (MND) in Taipei accused Beijing of conducting 'cognitive warfare' against Taiwanese people just days before the general election.
Taiwanese Troops Detect 13 Chinese Military Aircraft, 5 Vessels, 2 Balloons Near Island Sputnik 06 Jan 2024 -- The Taiwanese armed forces have detected 13 Chinese military aircraft, five vessels and two balloons near the island nation over the past day, the Taiwanese Defense Ministry said on Saturday.
Cross-strait crisis rated as Tier 1 contingency in U.S. report CNA 05 Jan 2024 -- A potential crisis across the Taiwan Strait was rated as a "Tier 1 contingency" in a report by the United States Council on Foreign Relations released Thursday for the fourth straight year.
Fresh indictment of South Koreans sparks war of words between DPP, KMT CNA 05 Jan 2024 -- The latest probe by South Korean authorities into alleged submarine technology leaks to Taiwan has sparked a spat between lawmakers of Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) and main opposition Kuomintang (KMT).
First-Time Voters Could Swing Taiwan's Election VOA 05 Jan 2024 -- More than a million young Taiwanese who just turned 20 will vote for the first time in this month's presidential election.
Q&A: Taiwan AI Labs Founder Warns of China's Generative AI Influencing Election VOA 05 Jan 2024 -- China has ramped up efforts to influence Taiwan's January 13 presidential and legislative election in recent weeks, with some experts pointing to the dangers of disinformation campaigns created by generative artificial intelligence - which can produce text and other types of content.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 5, 2023 ROC MND 05 Jan 2024
CDC urges public to get XBB vaccine for fast changing COVID-19 CNA 05 Jan 2024 -- People should get at least one shot of the XBB vaccine due to the evolution of COVID-19 subvariants, Taiwan's Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommended on Friday.
Taiwan military to spend NT$10.2 billion on Mirage 2000-5s engine spare parts CNA 04 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan's military has committed to spending NT$10.2 billion (US$328 million) on purchases of engine spare parts for the Air Force's Mirage 2000-5s fleet, to ensure the combat readiness of the French-made fighters after more than two-decades in service, a source told CNA Thursday.
Mainland weather balloons drifting over Taiwan island unintentional, should not be sensationalized as threat: experts Global Times 04 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party(DPP) authorities have continuously sensationalized Chinese mainland balloons flying over the island since the start of 2024 despite knowing that they were for meteorological purposes and drifted due to seasonal winds, a move experts said on Thursday aims to hype up the "mainland threat" theory, stir up confrontation and snare votes in the upcoming regional election.
Taiwan spots Chinese balloons in its airspace Radio Free Asia 04 Jan 2024 -- Chinese balloons have been detected in Taiwan's airspace three days in a row, according to the Ministry of National Defense (MND) in Taipei, just days before the election.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 4, 2023 ROC MND 04 Jan 2024
Taiwan commits to US$12.8m missile parts deal for Mirage jets: Source CNA 03 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan's government has committed to buy from France parts and components of air-to-air missiles for a model that is part of the country's Mirage 2000 fighter jet fleet for NT$396.8 million (US$12.8 million), to ensure aircraft combat readiness, according to a source with knowledge of the matter.
Presidential vote a choice for Taiwan's continued progress or decline: Tsai CNA 03 Jan 2024 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) called for support for Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential candidate Lai Ching-te (賴清德) at a rally in New Taipei on Wednesday evening, saying that the Jan. 13 elections are a choice for Taiwan's continued progress or decline.
Chinese balloons cross over Taiwan for second day in a row: Military CNA 03 Jan 2024 -- Another four Chinese balloons were detected crossing the median line of the Taiwan Strait on Tuesday, with three of them later flying over the island of Taiwan, the Ministry of National Defense (MND) said Wednesday.
China Ramps Up Intimidation Campaign Ahead of Taiwan Election VOA 03 Jan 2024 -- China is increasing pressure on Taiwan ahead of the island's hotly contested presidential and legislative election on Jan. 13, doubling down on the rhetoric that reunification with China is inevitable and conducting military maneuvers in areas around Taiwan.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 3, 2023 ROC MND 03 Jan 2024
Myanmar shadow govt voices support for China's Taiwan policy Radio Free Asia 03 Jan 2024 -- Myanmar's shadow government has issued a New Year statement in support of China's claim of sovereignty over Taiwan, which analysts say is a symbolic move aimed at currying favor with Beijing as it vies with the ruling junta for recognition as the country's authority.
Presidential candidates ramp up campaigning as election day draws near CNA 02 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan's presidential candidates and their parties launched a new round of campaign activities on Tuesday, as they look to win over voters in the final two weeks before election day on Jan. 13.
Mainland official calls for promoting peaceful development of cross-Strait relations People's Daily 02 Jan 2024 -- A senior Chinese mainland official has called for staying committed to the right direction of peaceful development of cross-Strait relations as well as shared efforts to advance the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.
Deferred prosecution for 2 men who helped Chinese firms operate in Taiwan CNA 02 Jan 2024 -- Two Taiwanese nationals were given three years deferred prosecution for their roles in helping two leading Chinese tech companies operate illegally in the country, according to the Taipei Prosecutors Office.
Man indicted for activities on behalf on China-based digital company CNA 02 Jan 2024 -- A Chinese national has been indicted for illegally setting up an office in Taiwan on behalf of a Chinese security camera giant and conducting commercial activities from that office, according to the Taipei District Prosecutors Office.
DPP record slated by KMT, TPP candidates at vice presidential debate CNA 01 Jan 2024 -- Taiwan's two opposition vice presidential candidates used a debate forum to criticize the ruling Democratic Progressive Party's (DPP) record in office Monday, with the DPP nominee adopting a more defensive posture.
Taiwan VP candidates clash over diplomacy, China in debate CNA 01 Jan 2024 -- Vice presidential candidates of the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) and main opposition Kuomintang (KMT) clashed over foreign policy during a televised debate Monday in the run up to the Jan. 13 election.
Taiwan President Calls for Resumption of Cross-Strait Exchanges in New Year's Address VOA 01 Jan 2024 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping said in a New Year's address that China would "surely be reunified" with the self-ruled territory of Taiwan, renewing Beijing's threat to militarily take over the island but setting no timetable for gaining control.
Full text of President Tsai's 2024 New Year Day's address CNA 01 Jan 2024 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) delivered her 2024 New Year's Day address Monday, the last one in her eight-year tenure as president of the Republic of China.
Tsai urges China not to use ECFA to politically threaten Taiwan CNA 01 Jan 2024 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) on Monday urged China not to use a commercial mechanism as a political means to threaten Taiwan, citing Beijing's recent suspension of preferential tariffs on 12 petrochemical products under the Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement (ECFA).
Tsai calls for return of 'healthy' cross-strait exchanges in final New Year address CNA 01 Jan 2024 -- President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) used her final New Year's Day address on Monday to reiterate a call for the resumption of "healthy exchanges" with China.
PLA activities in the waters and airspace around Taiwan Jan. 1, 2023 ROC MND 01 Jan 2024

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