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US, Taiwan close to trade pact amid Donald Trump’s new tariff spree

In pic: Taiwan President Lai Ching-te. A US official said Taiwan’s proposal was well received, and both sides are close to finalising an agreement.

Published on Aug 1, 2025, 11:07 AM IST

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te postpones Americas visit after typhoon

Taiwan's Lai had also been expected to make stops in Belize and the United States.

Updated on Jul 29, 2025, 11:05 PM IST

Bid to oust one-fifth of Taiwan lawmakers seen as China-friendly fails

Taiwanese voters turned out at schools, churches and community centres on July 26 to cast their ballots in a high-stakes recall election that could have given President Lai Ching-te's party control of the parliament.

Updated on Jul 27, 2025, 8:02 AM IST

Taiwan heads to the polls for recall election amid tensions with China

A supporter of Taiwan's main opposition party, Kuomintang (KMT), waves the country's national flag during a rally against the recall election in front of the Presidential Office in Taipei

Published on Jul 26, 2025, 6:43 AM IST

Taiwan coach accused of forcing students to donate blood for credits

In Taiwan, a scandal erupted after students were allegedly coerced into donating blood to secure graduation credits.

Published on Jul 18, 2025, 4:21 PM IST

Taiwan ‘not seeking conflict’, says will not provoke confrontation with China

Taiwan Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim has stated that Taipei does not seek conflict with China.

Published on Jul 18, 2025, 1:29 PM IST

'No troops…': Australia responds as US seeks clarity over potential Taiwan war

The US has called on its allies - Australia and Japan - to clarify their stance in case of a potential war with China over the Taiwan dispute, The call also comes as Taiwan reports an increase in Chinese surveillance.

Published on Jul 13, 2025, 9:12 AM IST

Taiwan says it detected 11 aircraft, 7 naval vessels and 1 ship from China

On June 28, Taiwan President Lai Ching-te highlighted China's use of influence warfare and military intimidation aimed at annexing Taiwan

Published on Jul 13, 2025, 8:49 AM IST

China flaunts ‘tank boats’ in viral video as Taiwan launches largest drill ever

Fleet of Chinese ‘tank boats’ in the sea right across from Taiwan.

Updated on Jul 12, 2025, 1:02 PM IST

China increases military incursions, Taiwan responds by deploying vessels

In response to China's action, Taiwan's armed forces deployed aircraft, naval ships, and coastal missile systems to monitor the situation.

Published on Jul 12, 2025, 10:39 AM IST

Taiwan begins 10-day military exercises amid China tensions

Taiwan’s Defence Minister Wellington Koo responds after inspecting reservist training during the annual Han Kuang drills in New Taipei City on July 9, 2025.

Updated on Jul 10, 2025, 8:14 AM IST

Did Trump threaten to ‘bomb the s**t out’ of Moscow, Beijing? Audio goes viral

President Donald Trump speaks to reporters on board Air Force One, en route from Joint Base Andrews

Updated on Jul 9, 2025, 12:21 PM IST

China plotted car collision to ‘intimidate’ Taiwan V-P? What Beijing said

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim was allegedly the target of the Chinese government during her visit to Prague in 2024

Published on Jun 30, 2025, 1:50 PM IST

Taiwan records heightened military activity around its territory

(Image for representation) Three out of the six sorties crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern and southwestern ADIZ.

Published on Jun 30, 2025, 9:00 AM IST

Maize from Prayagraj set for export to Taiwan

Maize crop in a field in Prayagraj. (HT File)

Updated on Jun 28, 2025, 8:49 PM IST

Taiwan detects 12 Chinese military aircraft, 7 naval vessels near territory

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te instructed the Taiwanese military to bolster its security surveillance amid rising tensions between Israel and Iran

Published on Jun 24, 2025, 7:35 AM IST

China sends warplanes near Taiwan after US lawmakers visit Taipei

The Chinese military activity comes with the US deciding whether to attack Iran.

Published on Jun 20, 2025, 11:26 AM IST

Taiwan parents hire pole dancers to celebrate son's graduation, police intervene

A Taiwan couple arranged a pole dance show for their son’s graduation.

Published on Jun 20, 2025, 11:09 AM IST

Taiwan on alert over China's military activities in Pacific

Chinese and Taiwanese flags are seen in this illustration.

Published on Jun 19, 2025, 10:16 PM IST

Did you know making your own boba pearls at home was THIS simple?

Make your own boba pearls (and bubble tea!) at home — and it's super simple too!

Published on Jun 18, 2025, 6:11 PM IST

China heightens military activity around Taiwan

Three Taiwanese non-governmental organisations reportedly participated in a tabletop exercise on Tuesday that simulated dramatic escalations in Chinese military activity near Taiwan in 2030.

Published on Jun 12, 2025, 9:12 AM IST

Earthquake of magnitude 6.4 hits Taiwan's east coast

The quake had a depth of 30.9 km.

Updated on Jun 11, 2025, 6:20 PM IST

Taiwan thinks the unthinkable: resisting China without America

Tourists look on as a Chinese military helicopter flies past Pingtan island, one of mainland China's closest point from Taiwan, in Fujian province on August 4, 2022, ahead of massive military drills off Taiwan following US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to the self-ruled island. China is due on August 4 to kick off its largest-ever military exercises encircling Taiwan, in a show of force straddling vital international shipping lanes following a visit to the self-ruled island by US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.

Published on Jun 11, 2025, 6:37 AM IST

In Trump-Xi phone call, China urges US to 'carefully handle' Taiwan issue

US President Donald Trump (L) and Chinese President Xi Jinping (R)

Published on Jun 5, 2025, 9:49 PM IST

New COVID variant NB.1.8.1 found at US airports amid global surge

Early studies suggest that NB.1.8.1 may spread more easily than other variants.

Published on May 26, 2025, 8:17 AM IST

Taiwan calls for 'peace' with China; Beijing agrees but sets a condition

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te and Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim taking part in a flag-raising ceremony at the Presidential office in Taipei, on the first day of the new year.

Updated on May 20, 2025, 6:00 PM IST

Is ‘Zero Day’ a Preview of Taiwan’s Future?

Is ‘Zero Day’ a Preview of Taiwan’s Future?

Updated on May 16, 2025, 7:27 AM IST

Taiwan eyes more US investment, removal of trade barriers after Trump tariffs

Speaking to SME leaders at his residence, Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te admitted Taiwan's trade reliance may pose challenges but expressed optimism about minimising the impact. (File)

Published on Apr 6, 2025, 6:12 PM IST

Man steals ex-girlfriend’s father’s urn, blackmails her to reconcile

He threatened that if she didn’t reconcile, she would “never see her father again”.

Updated on Apr 5, 2025, 6:08 PM IST

‘Closing in’: China launches military drills around Taiwan

This handout photo taken on May 23, 2024 and released by Taiwan's Defence Ministry on May 24, 2024 shows Chinese military vessels sailing in an unknown location.

Published on Apr 1, 2025, 6:32 AM IST

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