China’s spy bases in Cuba could be key in a Taiwan war
China’s secret spy bases in Cuba signal a new front in Beijing’s global intelligence game by targeting America’s southeastern seaboard.
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The few can beat the many, Taiwan president says ahead of annual war games
TAIPEI — There are many examples in history of smaller militaries beating larger opponents, Taiwan President Lai Ching-te told air force officers in comments released on Tuesday (July 9), offering encouragement ahead of annual war games being held later this month.
Taiwan opposition seeks top court rule change as key decisions loom
TAIPEI -- A proposal by Taiwan's opposition to change the rules governing the top court is raising concerns that the bench may become unable to function, as seven judges are scheduled to step down later this year.
Taiwan foreign minister steps up economic diplomacy under China pressure
TAIPEI -- Taiwan's new foreign minister is making a fresh push on economic diplomacy, with plans to set up industrial zones overseas and support small businesses' expansion abroad, according to several government officials and foreign diplomats in Taipei.
Indian opposition asks Modi government to question Foxconn hiring practices
NEW DELHI (Reuters) -- India's opposition Congress urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government on Saturday to question Foxconn about its hiring practices after Reuters reported that the Apple supplier rejects married women from iPhone assembly jobs in the country.
China slams Taiwan for travel warning, says visitors need not worry
BEIJING - Most Taiwanese can visit China with no need to worry and can come "in high spirits", the Chinese government said, condemning Taiwan for warning its citizens not to go following a threat from Beijing to execute "die-hard" separatists.
China tells Taiwanese to visit 'in high spirits', despite execution threat
BEIJING - Most Taiwanese can visit China with no need to worry and can come "in high spirits", the Chinese government said, condemning Taiwan for warning its citizens not to go following a threat from Beijing to execute "die-hard" separatists.