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Newly elected Taiwan President Lai Ching Te pledged to perpetuate the memory of the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown, marking its 35th anniversary on Tuesday. What Happened: Lai expressed his commitment to preserving the historical memory and reaching out to those who value Chinese democracy. The...

In a move that could signal easing tensions, the defense chiefs of the U.S. and China have met for the first time in person since last year. The meeting took place against a backdrop of strained relations over Taiwan and the South China Sea. What Happened: In a significant diplomatic engagement,...

China’s communication channels with the Biden administration could face new challenges if Donald Trump wins the upcoming U.S. presidential election, according to a Chinese expert. What Happened: Jia Qingguo, a professor at Peking University, warned of increased confrontations if former...

Beijing has called on Washington to stop meddling in China’s maritime disputes with its neighbors. What Happened: Hong Liang, the Chinese foreign ministry's director general for boundary and ocean affairs, and Mark Lambert, the U.S. State Department's China coordinator, held a virtual meeting...

Thousands of protesters are gathering in Taipei as opposition lawmakers attempt to pass controversial legislation that could curb President Lai Ching-te’s authority. What Happened: Thousands of demonstrators assembled in Taipei on Tuesday, Bloomberg reported on Tuesday. The protests erupted...

A senior U.S. lawmaker has confirmed that the weapons Taiwan ordered are en route. This announcement comes in the wake of China’s recent military exercises, which have been described as “intimidating.” What Happened: Rep. Michael McCaul (R-Texas), revealed on Monday that the...

The relationship between U.S. and Russia continues to worsen as Russia pursues its war against Ukraine. An escalation of this geopolitical rivalry recently rose to Earth’s upper atmosphere. U.S. Department of Defense Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder confirmed on Tuesday that the U.S....

In the face of growing threats from China's Xi Jinping administration, Taiwan’s new Minister of Science and Technology, Wu Cheng-wen, is confident that the island’s most crucial company, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (NYSE:TSM), will be able to protect its proprietary advanced...

In a move that is largely seen as symbolic, China has imposed sanctions on three U.S. defense contractors, including Boeing Co. (NYSE:BA), for their involvement in arms sales to Taiwan. What Happened: The sanctions were announced by China’s Commerce Ministry on Monday, targeting Boeing...

Lai Ching-te has been sworn in as the new president of Taiwan, the global semiconductor powerhouse, succeeding Tsai Ing-wen and pledging to continue the island’s policy of de facto independence while strengthening its defenses against China. What Happened: Lai, 64, was inaugurated on Monday,...

The soaring stock of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (NYSE:TSM) has led to restrictions on single-stock exposure for some investors, potentially forcing them to seek alternative investments. What Happened: TSMC’s shares have surged by 42% in Taipei this year, largely due to its dominant...

Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.), the former speaker of the House of Representatives, has publicly urged the World Health Organization to reinstate Taiwan’s observer status in the upcoming World Health Assembly. What Happened: In a post on X, formerly Twitter, on Thursday, Pelosi expressed her...

Taiwan's Hon Hai Precision (OTC:HNHPF) operating as Foxconn Technology Group has reported a significant increase in its first-quarter net profit, despite a decline in revenue attributed to weakened consumer electronics demand. What Happened: The Taiwan-based contract manufacturer, known...

Chinese President Xi Jinping concluded his trip to Serbia without visiting the site of the former Chinese embassy, which was bombed by NATO forces. This decision comes after Xi’s public vow to “never forget” the attack, raising speculation about a possible visit. What Happened: Xi...

Taiwan’s exports for April fell short of expectations, primarily due to weakened demand from China. Despite this, the United States saw a record surge in shipments, a trend that is expected to continue, according to the Finance Ministry. What Happened: The island’s exports increased by...