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Taiwan reports near doubling of Chinese warships nearby: TAIPEI (Reuters) -- Taiwan's defense ministry said on Sunday that China had nearly doubled the ...
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Pacific tour aimed at building 'democratic alliances': Lai's office - Focus Taiwan
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Number of Chinese warships off Taiwan doubled: The number of Chinese warships off the island has doubled to 16. Taiwan rejects Beijing's sovereignty claims.
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Drier weather forecast in most of Taiwan - Focus Taiwan: Due to the effects of northeasterly winds, there was plenty of moisture in the air before early Sunday ...
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Taiwan thanks Paraguay for expelling PRC envoy over recognition issue - Focus Taiwan
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Taiwanese influencers warned against making illegal pro-CCP content - Focus Taiwan
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Taiwan signs customs agreement with Canada | Taiwan News | Dec. 8, 2024 14:53
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Quick Glance: Jensen Huang's Billion-Dollar Tax Avoidance Revealed
- Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, takes advantage of legal loopholes to avoid $8 billion in estate taxes.
- His strategies are common among the ultra-wealthy and have contributed to the erosion of the estate tax in the U.S.
- By utilizing complex financial vehicles like irrevocable trusts and GRATs, Huang has significantly protected his wealth.
- The methods he employs illustrate how the richest individuals exploit the tax system to their benefit.
MAC cautions Taiwanese influencers not to collude with CCP | Taiwan News | Dec. 8, 2024 16:41
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Taiwan-made e-buses heading to Paraguay - Focus Taiwan: Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung (林佳龍) saw off a shipment of domestically made electric buses to Paraguay ...
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Japan grows more considerate to foreign residents with children: TOKYO -- Japan is adapting to the educational and child-rearing needs of Taiwanese, Indians ...
asia.nikkei.com/Life-Arts/Life/Japan-grows-more-considerate-to-foreign-residents-with-children
Vietnam Signs Agreement with Nvidia to Establish AI Research and Data Centers: Last year, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said that he wanted to make Vietnam the AI ...
thediplomat.com/2024/12/vietnam-signs-agreement-with-nvidia-to-establish-ai-research-and-data-centers/
Quick Glance: Vietnam and Nvidia Launch Partnership for AI Research
- Vietnam and Nvidia have signed an agreement to establish an AI research and development center, marking a significant step towards becoming a regional tech hub.
- The center will expand the existing AI data center owned by Viettel Group, which already utilizes Nvidia technology, and Nvidia has acquired healthcare startup VinBrain.
- Vietnam's Investment Minister Nguyen Chi Dung highlighted that Nvidia's support will help advance the country's high-tech and AI development goals.
- Nvidia plans to expand partnerships with leading Vietnamese tech firms and support talent training for AI and digital infrastructure development.
Mass production of Taiwan's Wan Chien cruise missiles nears completion | Taiwan News | Dec. 8, 2024 11:30
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What Do the Latest Purges Mean for China’s Military?: The dismissal of senior commanders creates a sense of “chaos and disarray,” says a leading defense expert.
thediplomat.com/2024/12/what-do-the-latest-purges-mean-for-chinas-military/
Taiwan ships electric buses to Paraguay | Taiwan News | Dec. 8, 2024 10:33
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The Overlooked Trend in China’s Military Violations of Taiwan’s ADIZ: The world should focus not only on the PLA’s daily violation sorties but also on the ...
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Quick Glance: China's Military Threats to Taiwan's Airspace
- PLA activities in Taiwan's ADIZ have stabilized in recent months, despite rising military expenditures in China.
- Joint combat readiness patrols have been recognized as a serious threat to Taiwan, yet their frequency has decreased.
- The PLA has increased the intensity of incursions by raising the proportion of aircraft crossing the median line while maintaining the total number of sorties.
- Future developments may lead to more frequent nighttime patrols, especially if logistical support and PLA troop strength increase.
US TikTok content creators warn followers to find them on Instagram, YouTube: Many said they doubted that the platform will survive.
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Quick Glance: TikTok Creators Urge Followers to Switch Platforms
- US content creators on TikTok are urging followers to subscribe to rival platforms like Instagram and YouTube due to the impending possibility of a ban.
- The app has amassed 170 million US users, particularly among younger audiences, leading to a shift of advertisers from major US companies.
- US lawmakers have enacted a law requiring TikTok's Chinese owners to divest the platform to avoid a ban.
- Amid uncertainty, many creators are expressing concerns about TikTok's future and encouraging their followers to engage on other social media.
How one of the world’s richest men is avoiding US$8 billion in taxes: The tax dodging by the Nvidia chief executive is likely to be one of the biggest in the US.
straitstimes.com/world/united-states/how-one-of-the-worlds-richest-men-is-avoiding-us8-billion-in-taxes
Kaohsiung recognized with award for light rail | Taiwan News | Dec. 7, 2024 11:30
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Bed of pink - Focus Taiwan: One of the highlights of this year's Chiayi Flower Festival is this field of cosmos flowers in bloom in Chiayi City ...
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Eyeing global market, Taiwan consolidating drone resources: AIDC - Focus Taiwan: Taiwan is bringing together dozens of drone companies to forge a drone ...
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Relive that moment with us as Hong Kong, China makes it to Stage 3 in an epic 8-7 thriller!
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Artist showcases anti-authoritarian art in 228 memorial museum - Focus Taiwan: The National 228 Memorial Museum on Saturday opened an art show featuring the ...
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4 Taiwan soldiers charged with spying for China: Four Taiwanese soldiers were charged Friday for photographing and leaking confidential information to China.
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Past martial law greatly harms Taiwan, must not be repeated: Lai - Focus Taiwan: President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) told an event in New Taipei on Saturday that ...
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Moderate earthquake strikes east of Taiwan | Taiwan News | Dec. 7, 2024 16:04
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Taiwan complains to Malaysia about airport removing national flag | Taiwan News | Dec. 7, 2024 14:09
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Quick Glance: Super Micro Computer Secures Extension for Filing Reports
- Super Micro Computer has received an extension until February 25 to file its delayed annual and quarterly reports.
- The announcement led to a 5% increase in the company's shares during extended trading.
- In August, the company cited the need to assess internal controls over financial reporting as the reason for the delay.
- Super Micro aims to submit all required reports by the deadline while also searching for a new finance chief.
Rain expected for north Taiwan over weekend | Taiwan News | Dec. 7, 2024 10:10
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In ASEAN, the kids aren't alright: Kristy Tsun Tzu Hsu is director at the Taiwan ASEAN Studies Center at the Chung Hua Institution for Economic Research (CIER) ...
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Jeremy Lin wins first TPBL monthly MVP; Lioneers to have new head coach - Focus Taiwan
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Australia and New Zealand oppose unilateral changes in Taiwan Strait | Taiwan News | Dec. 7, 2024 10:51
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Mediterranean-style vegetarian restaurant bakes Taiwan’s biggest madeleine | Taiwan News | Dec. 7, 2024 11:01
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TSMC market share up in Q3, leaves Samsung further behind: TrendForce - Focus Taiwan
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Taiwan, Canada sign arrangement for mutual AEO recognition - Focus Taiwan: Taiwan and Canada have signed a mutual recognition arrangement on Authorized Economic ...
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Taiwanese soldiers charged with spying for China
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Balenciaga releases ‘Zero’ shoes that look more like a ‘toe cap’ to the Internet: If the Zero feels like a step too far, remember, this is Balenciaga—the brand ...
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Early screenings a must to hit lower cancer mortality goals: Experts - Focus Taiwan
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Foreign arrivals top 7 million, but still well off original target - Focus Taiwan
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Anti-bullying protesters demand union rights for civil servants - Focus Taiwan: Hundreds of protesters led by the Taiwan People's Party (TPP) gathered on ...
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Xi unlikely to invade Taiwan during Trump's 2nd term: Scholars - Focus Taiwan: With Donald Trump set to begin his second term as president of the United States ...
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South Korea's martial law gambit has no place in Taiwan: Scholars - Focus Taiwan: "I am sincerely sorry and apologize to the people who must have been very ...
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Taiwan calls out Malaysia for removing display of ROC flag at airport - Focus Taiwan
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Should China Be Worried About the Biden Administration’s Growing Africa Engagement?
thediplomat.com/2024/12/should-china-be-worried-about-the-bidens-administration-growing-africa-engagement/
Zii Jia grouped with Antonsen, Shifeng in World Tour Finals: PETALING JAYA: Men's singles shuttler Lee Zii Jia was handed a tricky draw in the World Tour ...
thestar.com.my/sport/badminton/2024/12/07/zii-jia-grouped-with-antonsen-shifeng-in-finals
Taiwanese American Lisa Su makes Financial Times influential women list | Taiwan News | Dec. 7, 2024 09:16
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'Breathless' dad died at home after NHS bosses cancelled his ambulance: "When we got there, there was a police officer sat in the passenger seat of ...
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[PHOTO] A 3-meter-high #christmastree decorated with retired #baseball bats and gloves is displayed at the Vakangan Hot Spring Park in Taitung County's Indigenous Hongye ... Show more
Forex reserves stop a 2-month falling streak - Focus Taiwan: Taiwan's foreign exchange reserves ended a two-month falling streak in November on the back of an ...
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Expect sizzling show in Finals with Siwei and others set for last act: PETALING JAYA: The prestigious World Tour Finals will be the last dance for several ...
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#Taiwan 's government presented Guo-guang Athletic Medals to the country's #athletes for their achievements at international level in 2024 ... Show more
Taiwan's sporting stars honored with national awards - Focus Taiwan
Taiwan's sporting stars honored with national awards - Focus Taiwan
Paraguay expels Chinese diplomat for urging lawmakers to sever ties to Taiwan: Paraguay has expelled a senior Chinese diplomat, accusing him of trying to ...
yahoo.com/news/paraguay-expels-chinese-diplomat-urging-093000596.html
Taiwan telecom union camps out for higher wages | Taiwan News | Dec. 6, 2024 18:02
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Taiwanese bring home 15 taekwondo medals: Bringing Taiwan to the World and the World to Taiwan
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4 Taiwan ex-military personnel indicted for trading intel to China | Taiwan News | Dec. 6, 2024 14:48
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Team Japan vs Hong Kong, China - every game matters in this Stage 3 race!
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Taiwan headline news - Focus Taiwan: The lead stories in major Taiwan dailies on Saturday are as follows:
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Ministry thinking of creating a bullying hotline for public: Bringing Taiwan to the World and the World to Taiwan
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US lawmakers fire back at government's chip sanctions against China, alleging glaring loopholes that let China access the latest technology
tomshardware.com/tech-industry/us-lawmakers-fire-back-at-governments-chip-sanctions-against-china-alleging-glaring-loopholes-that-let-china-access-the-latest-technology
TikTok’s future in U.S. uncertain after court upholds law that could ban it: The U.S. appeals court denied TikTok's petition to overturn the law ...
globalnews.ca/news/10905929/tiktok-ban-law-us-court-decision/
#VantageOnFirstpost : China Warns US Against Meddling in Taiwan Following President Lai's Trip
China has warned the United States to stop "meddling in Taiwan" ... Show more
Legislative bill places cloud of uncertainty over Constitutional Court - Focus Taiwan
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Chinese ‘fairy sister’ student in Taiwan delegation celebrated for ‘pure beauty’: A student from a mainland Chinese university delegation visiting Taiwan has ...
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Taiwanese band Sodagreen to hold 20th anniversary concert in Singapore in March: This will be the tour’s only stop in South-east Asia.
straitstimes.com/life/entertainment/taiwanese-band-sodagreen-to-hold-20th-anniversary-concert-in-singapore-in-march
Taiwan's Lai wraps up Pacific tour as region eyes China's next move: TAINAN -- Taiwan President Lai Ching-te on Friday was concluding the first overseas trip of ...
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Quick Glance: Taiwan Calls for De-escalation from China
- Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te urged China to cease its aggressive actions.
- He spoke during his Pacific tour, warning of upcoming Chinese military drills.
- Lai emphasized that Taiwan has made the best preparations for the security of the Taiwan Strait.
- He expressed optimism about cooperation with the incoming U.S. administration to counter authoritarian expansion.
Trump taps former Georgia senator David Perdue as US envoy to China : US President-elect Donald Trump named political ally and former Georgia senator David ...
wionews.com/world/trump-taps-former-georgia-senator-david-perdue-as-us-envoy-to-china-781944
Quick Glance: Trump Appoints David Perdue as China Ambassador
- Donald Trump has nominated former Senator David Perdue as the ambassador to China to improve US-China relations.
- Perdue, with extensive international business experience, will play a key role in implementing Trump's strategy for regional peace.
- His confirmation is anticipated as Republicans hold a majority in the Senate.
- Trump plans to impose tariffs on Chinese goods in response to escalating trade tensions between the two nations.
Woman struck and killed by High Speed Rail train in Kaohsiung | Taiwan News | Dec. 6, 2024 14:31
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Woman killed by arriving train after falling onto tracks in Kaohsiung - Focus Taiwan
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Paraguay expels Chinese envoy over Taiwan 'interference' : Paraguay cancelled a low-level Chinese diplomat's visa and ordered him to leave ...
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Quick Glance: Paraguay Expels Chinese Envoy Over Taiwan Pressure
- Paraguay expelled Chinese diplomat Xu Wei for alleged interference in internal affairs.
- Xu was declared persona non grata after urging lawmakers to sever ties with Taiwan in favor of China.
- Paraguay is among the few nations maintaining diplomatic relations with Taiwan, while China pressures countries to choose sides.
- Taiwan expressed anger over Xu's actions, viewing them as an attempt to undermine its relationship with Paraguay.
A Ukraine war deal that puts the energy squeeze on China: Six weeks before Donald Trump’s return to the White House, speculation is rising over how exactly he ...
asiatimes.com/2024/12/a-ukraine-war-deal-that-puts-the-energy-squeeze-on-china/
Burger Yellow Serves Taiwan’s First Venison Burgers
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President Lai addresses Palauan legislature, highlights democracy: Bringing Taiwan to the World and the World to Taiwan
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Taiwan’s president urges China to unclench fists as wargames loom | Taiwan News | Dec. 6, 2024 17:05
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Trump's China envoy pick has been vocal on Taiwan | Taiwan News | Dec. 6, 2024 16:26
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Chinese citizen spouses should not hold office: poll: Bringing Taiwan to the World and the World to Taiwan
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Peace and quiet: Dinner at Ce La Vi Taipei | Taiwan News | Dec. 6, 2024 14:14
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