Taiwan
Powerful earthquakes hit Taiwan, TSMC evacuates employees
The world’s largest contract chipmaker was forced to evacuate employees from multiple facilities after a series of strong earthquakes hit central and southern Taiwan.
China signals willingness for dialogue with US as Beijing accepts invite to attend Trump’s inauguration
China has confirmed that Vice President Han Zheng will attend the inauguration of US President-elect Donald Trump, representing President Xi Jinping as his "special representative".
Taiwan's first execution in five years sparks human rights backlash
Taiwan has faced renewed international scrutiny following its first execution in nearly five years, as human rights groups condemn the move as a significant setback.
Trump to give thumbs up on expedited arms supply to Taiwan
Donald Trump plans to accelerate the delivery of US weapons and military hardware to Taiwan, according to incoming national security advisor Mike Waltz
A surge in influenza cases, rare COVID symptom hit Taiwan as Lunar New Year approaches
Taiwan’s healthcare system is grappling with a sharp rise in flu cases, as the Centers for Disease Control reported the highest number of visits to emergency departments and outpatient clinics for influenza-like illnesses in the past decade.
China denies involvement in Taiwan's undersea cable damage amid rising tensions
Taiwan’s investigation into damage to an undersea communications cable has sparked heightened tensions, with a Chinese-registered vessel emerging as a key figure in the case.
Pompeo eyes continuity in US-Taiwan policy under Trump’s second term
Mike Pompeo, former US Secretary of State, has expressed confidence that the US will continue its robust stance on Taiwan under President-elect Donald Trump’s upcoming administration
BYD sales soar signalling a shift in global EV market dynamics
Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD is tightening its grip on the global EV market. In the process it is closing in on Tesla Inc as sales surged in 2024.