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China to lift Taiwan tourism restrictions for Fujian residents
BEIJING -- Tourist visits to Taiwan by residents of China's Fujian province will be permitted to resume, the mainland's Ministry of Culture and Tourism said Sunday.
$8 billion US military aid package to Taiwan will ‘boost confidence’ in region: president-elect
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — A $8 billion defense package approved by the U.S. House of Representatives over the weekend will “strengthen the deterrence against authoritarianism in the West Pacific ally chain,” Taiwan’s President-elect Lai Ching-te said Tuesday, in a reference to key rival China.
Firmer, less peaceful language on Taiwan reunification
It was less than two days into 2024 when Song Tao, the director of China’s Taiwan Affairs Office, called on all Taiwanese to promote “peaceful reunification” with the mainland.
Taiwan says 6 Chinese balloons flew through its airspace and warplanes and ships also detected
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Taiwan said Monday that six Chinese balloons either flew over the island or through airspace just north of it, while Chinese warplanes and navy ships were also detected in the area.
Taiwan country profile
Taiwan is an island that has for all practical purposes been independent since 1950, but which China regards as a rebel region that must be reunited with the mainland - by force if necessary.
Nauru cuts diplomatic ties with Taiwan in favour of China
Nauru has become Taiwan's first ally to make a diplomatic switch to Beijing, just days after the island's presidential election.
Taiwan election: China criticises US for congratulating new leader
China has accused the US of sending "a gravely wrong signal" to those pushing for Taiwan's independence after Saturday's election result.
Ko Wen-je: The dark horse who has shaken up Taiwan's politics
As the dust settles from the fiercely fought Taiwan presidential election won by William Lai, another unlikely winner has emerged.