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Minister of Culture Shih Che says Taiwan ‘more than microchips’ | Taiwan News | Mar. 28, 2024 10:46
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Magnitude 6.1, 5.8 earthquakes strike northeast Taiwan | Taiwan News | Apr. 27, 2024 02:34
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Ben-Gvir, Israeli far-right minister, in car accident: The controversial National Security Minister was taken to hospital after his car overturned.
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Cheerleading victory in US 'brought glory to Taiwan’ | Taiwan News | Apr. 27, 2024 12:34
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Heineken announces NT$13.5 billion investment in Taiwan - Focus Taiwan: Dutch brewing company Heineken N.V. announced Friday an investment of NT$13 ...
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Japan should be worrying about Taiwan, not Ukraine: Brahma Chellaney is professor emeritus of strategic studies at the Centre for Policy Research in New Delhi ...
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Google to expand hardware R&D team in Taiwan: NEW TAIPEI CITY, Taiwan -- Google is expanding its research and development hub for hardware in Taiwan as the ...
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Asia's largest wind farms start operations in Taiwan | Taiwan News | Apr. 26, 2024 09:43
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Israeli minister Ben-Gvir slightly hurt in car accident: Israel's hardline security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir was slightly hurt in a car accident and taken to ...
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CSU general on nuclear files: Habeck "no longer acceptable" as minister: An influential network of the Greens has evidently secured the nuclear phase-out in ...
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Quick Glance: CDU Official Demands Halt to Nuclear Power Plant Decommissioning
- A revelation from "Cicero" magazine indicates that the decision for Germany's nuclear phase-out was primarily driven by green anti-nuclear activists, sparking harsh criticism towards Economy Minister Robert Habeck.
- The Economy Ministry refutes the "Cicero" portrayal, emphasizing that decisions were based on transparent and open-ended evaluations.
- The CDU and FDP criticize Habeck, calling for clarification and a reassessment of the nuclear power plant decommissioning.
- Experts and politicians express concerns over potential public misrepresentation and the erosion of trust in the government due to the revelations from the documents.
Ukraine Detains First Minister in Zelenskiy’s Graft Crackdown: Ukraine’s agriculture minister became the first cabinet member under Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s ...
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Paid articlePaid Through Aramco, Peak China courts Peak Oil: Exchanges between China and Arab states stretch back centuries along the ancient Silk Road. More recently ...
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Google Taiwan opens new AI workspace in Taipei | Taiwan News | Apr. 26, 2024 15:05
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Poland’s foreign minister says Putin should fear a war with NATO: In a speech Thursday, Poland’s Foreign Minister, Radoslaw Sikorski said Russian President ...
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Taiwan 2024 GDP forecast is 3.29% | Taiwan News | Apr. 25, 2024 14:16
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Watch live: Senate to vote on Ukraine, Israel aid package that includes TikTok bill
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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
Man faces NT$1 million fine for jumping onto Taipei MRT track | Taiwan News | Apr. 26, 2024 11:40
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Here’s the defense tech at the center of US aid to Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan: This is what the priorities in the $95 billion spending package tell us about ...
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Quick Glance: Billion-Dollar Package for Long-Term Ukraine Weapon Contracts
- The United States announced a $6 billion weapons package for Ukraine on Friday, its largest military aid package to date for Kyiv’s forces.
- The weapons and equipment will include critical interceptors for Ukraine’s Patriot and NASAM air defense systems, significant amounts of artillery ammunition, air-to-ground munitions, counterdrone weapons, and maintenance and sustainment support.
- In addition to previous aid packages, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is seeking additional Patriot batteries to create a shield around Ukrainian cities and defend against further Russian missile attacks.
Biden signs aid package with $17B for Israel, $1B extra humanitarian aid for Gazans
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China says US military aid bill for Taiwan 'sends wrong signal' | Taiwan News | Apr. 25, 2024 10:59
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Humza Yousaf says he won’t resign as Scotland’s First Minister amid threats of being ousted
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Majority leader of Taiwan legislature leads KMT delegation to Beijing | Taiwan News | Apr. 26, 2024 18:07
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Why Russia and Iran can dodge Western sanctions: Iran has been living with Western sanctions for almost 40 years, and never have so many sanctions been imposed ...
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Ukraine agriculture minister released on bail in $7m corruption case: Ukraine has pledged to bolster its anticorruption efforts as part of its bid for European ...
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Featured photo: Buddha statue loses head in Taiwan quake | Taiwan News | Apr. 25, 2024 14:52
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Controversy over the nuclear phase-out: Habeck claims to have discussed extending the life of nuclear power plants before the outbreak of war
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Traditional medicine doctor reported missing in east Taiwan | Taiwan News | Apr. 26, 2024 20:14
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High school student 18th death from Taiwan's 7.2 quake | Taiwan News | Apr. 26, 2024 10:35
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Apple moves closer to China despite supply chain shifts: TAIPEI -- Apple is deepening its ties with China even as it further expands production in Southeast Asia ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Apple deepens ties with China amidst supply chain shifts
- Apple is increasing the number of China-based suppliers and Chinese manufacturing sites while decreasing the number of suppliers from Taiwan, the U.S., Japan, and South Korea.
- The company is navigating a balancing act between politics and business by expanding its production in Southeast Asia and India.
- This trend is evident in Apple's latest official supplier list, highlighting China's growing importance.
Israel's Smotrich urges 'complete destruction' of Gaza instead of truce talks
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Russian deputy defence minister detained for allegedly taking bribes: Deputy Defence Minister Timur Ivanov oversaw military infrastructure projects.
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Calls grow for proof of whereabouts of Tibet’s missing Panchen Lama: The US and EU urge China to disclose more about the revered religious figure's fate on his ...
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China wants ability to invade Taiwan by 2027, U.S. admiral says: TOKYO -- China aims to have the capability to invade Taiwan by 2027, Adm. John Aquilino ...
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Land Combat System MGCS: The Tank Crackers: Germany and France want to develop battle tanks of the future. Now really, ministers Pistorius and Lecornu assert - ...
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Billions of dollars in foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan advanced in the US Senate, heading for a final vote after the House of Representatives ...
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Taiwan to remove points system for foreign, overseas compatriot students - Focus Taiwan
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Mail worker killed by falling tree in central Taiwan | Taiwan News | Apr. 26, 2024 16:24
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Argentina seeks arrest of Iranian minister over 1994 bombing of Jewish community center
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Quick Glance: Iran's President's Visit to Sri Lanka
- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi visited Sri Lanka on April 24, promising to strengthen ties with the South Asian country.
- Argentina requested the arrest of Iranian Interior Minister Ahmad Vahidi for his alleged involvement in a 1994 attack on a Jewish community center in Buenos Aires.
- Sri Lanka and Iran are set to sign five agreements, including one related to a hydroelectric project.
- Iran's Interior Minister returned from Pakistan prematurely, signaling a setback for Iran as it faces consequences for its actions worldwide.
Taipei stages international disaster prevention and rescue drills | Taiwan News | Apr. 26, 2024 15:29
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Conflicts drive global military spending to record high: War in Ukraine and tensions in Middle East and Asia lead to 7% increase in worldwide defence expenditure ...
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Quick Glance: Global Military Spending Hits Historic High in 2023
- Global military spending hit a record high of $2.443 billion in 2023 after a 7% increase, as per a report.
- Military expenditure rose consistently over nine years in all regions due to worsening peace and security globally.
- Countries like Ukraine, Russia, Poland, Germany, and the UK saw significant spikes in their military spending.
- Israel notably increased its military spending significantly due to the conflict in the Middle East, particularly a major offensive in Gaza in 2023.
China's influence operations against the U.S. are bigger than TikTok: Intelligence officials and lawmakers describe the Chinese-owned social media app as a ...
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Quick Glance: Chinese TikTok App Sale Required for National Security Measures
- A newly enacted law mandates the sale of the Chinese-owned TikTok app to address national security concerns.
- According to experts, China has intensified its online information operations in recent years to advance its broader objectives.
- China has actively sought to leverage TikTok to influence politics in Taiwan, yet these endeavors ultimately proved unsuccessful.
- While TikTok was utilized in these publicly identified Chinese operations, researchers have not observed a specific emphasis on the app compared to other popular platforms.
Taiwan bongkrek acid poisoning claims 3rd fatality | Taiwan News | Apr. 27, 2024 13:33
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‘I lost all hope’: Taiwanese youth struggle with depression amid low wages, high housing prices
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China should have confidence to talk to us: Taiwan’s president-elect: China should have the confidence to talk to Taiwan’s legally elected government ...
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The US Is no longer the arsenal of democracy: For the first several decades after World War II, the United States championed free trade ...
asiatimes.com/2024/04/the-us-is-no-longer-the-arsenal-of-democracy/
Habeck raises growth forecast to 0.3 percent: The government is raising its growth forecast for the current year slightly. There are “signs of a slight economic ...
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Scottish First Minister Yousaf promises to fight no-confidence vote: SNP leader says ‘confident’ to win vote as pressure builds following decision to end ...
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'Negative' factors building in US-China ties, foreign minister Wang tells Blinken
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Quick Glance: Xi and Blinken Clash Over China's Backing to Russia
- Xi orders China’s biggest military reorganisation since 2015.
- He emphasizes that China is not afraid of competition as long as it is based on common progress.
- China is willing to cooperate with the US, provided it is mutual.
- A five-point consensus was reached to stabilize relations between the two countries.
Taiwan’s economy on stable growth path for 3rd month running | Taiwan News | Apr. 26, 2024 19:10
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Taiwan issues heavy rain advisories for 11 counties, cities | Taiwan News | Apr. 26, 2024 13:06
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Scotland's first minister to cancel event as he fights for his future: Scotland's First Minister Humza Yousaf is to cancel a speech he was due to deliver on ...
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Taiwan headline news - Focus Taiwan: The lead stories in major Taiwan dailies on Friday are as follows:
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Indie bands play Taiwan Beats Showcase in US | Taiwan News | Apr. 25, 2024 16:11
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With war in Ukraine on its border, Poland should be among countries setting EU agenda, minister says
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Quick Glance: Poland's Assertive Stance in Europe Amid Russian Threat
- Poland's foreign minister urged NATO to increase defense readiness and expressed the desire for central decision-making in the EU amidst the Ukraine conflict.
- Sikorski highlighted the benefits of EU membership and emphasized Poland's goal to be part of the countries shaping Europe, not defending against it.
- He praised French President Macron's support for Ukraine and called for more military aid from Paris, while condemning Russia's attempts to create conflict between Poland and Ukraine.
- Sikorski underlined the West's superiority in case of a Russian attack and criticized the previous government's policies, aiming to restore Poland's international standing and democratic norms.
US court sentences Chinese citizen to prison for threatening person who promoted democracy in China
cnn.com/2024/04/24/us/xiaolei-wu-prison-china-democracy-intl-latam/
20,000 sea urchins released near Taiwan's Penghu Islands | Taiwan News | Apr. 24, 2024 11:37
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Taiwan to remove all statues of Chinese dictator Chiang Kai-Shek who stood for 'One China' policy
wionews.com/world/taiwan-to-remove-all-statues-of-chinese-dictator-who-stood-for-one-china-policy-714254
South Korea reluctant to help Taiwan in cross-strait conflict | Taiwan News | Apr. 26, 2024 15:48
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Thousands in Budapest protest to demand child-protection reform: Thousands took to the streets in downtown Budapest on Friday to demand child-protection reform ...
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Kaohsiung park closed after tree kills pedestrian: Bringing Taiwan to the World and the World to Taiwan
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Camera captures magnitude 6.3, 5.8 quakes rocking east Taiwan bridge | Taiwan News | Apr. 23, 2024 17:29
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Chinese student jailed for stalking activist over Boston campus fliers: Prosecutors say Xiaolei Wu, 26, harassed his victim, who was also from China ...
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Two horses who bolted and galloped across London in 'serious condition': An MP said the military horses running loose through London was an 'exceptional' ...
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Quick Glance: London Chaos: Military Horses Run Wild
- Five military horses bolted during an exercise near Buckingham Palace, causing chaos in central London streets.
- The horses were spooked by noise from a construction site, threw off their riders, and collided with vehicles.
- Three injured soldiers were hospitalized, but none of the injuries were life-threatening.
- The horses were captured shortly after and taken back to the barracks for medical tests.
Newly-appointed Taiwan's top China affairs chief touted as 'pragmatic' - Focus Taiwan
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The latest developments in the Taiwan conflict: Fighter jets, missiles, threatening gestures: Tensions between the communist People's Republic and the democratic ...
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Ukraine court orders agriculture minister into custody for suspected corruption: A Ukrainian court ordered on Friday for Agriculture Minister Mykola Solsky to be ...
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Chinese President Xi to Visit Hungary on May 8-10, Minister Says: Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit Hungary from May 8 to 10 as part of a trip to Europe ...
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基隆の市定古跡「劉銘伝隧道」 来月から自由参観の実施見送り 台湾固有種コウモリの繁殖期 - フォーカス台湾: 北部・基隆市にある市定古跡の鉄道トンネル「劉銘伝隧道」のフリー参観実施は5月1日から見送ることになった。トンネル内に生息している台湾固有種のコウモリ、タイワンカグラコウモリが出産と子育ての季節を迎えるためだ。
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Nvidia plans first Asian AI R&D center in Taiwan | Taiwan News | Apr. 26, 2024 14:11
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Polish FM: Restoring Ukraine's internationally recognized borders is scenario for resolving war - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/26/polish-fm-restoring-ukraines-internationally-recognized-borders-is-scenario-for-resolving-war/
Rescue of flying fox marks big step in megabat conservation: Agency - Focus Taiwan
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Taiwan launches tourism promotion campaign in Singapore | Taiwan News | Apr. 25, 2024 16:02
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Taiwan hit by multiple earthquakes, at least 1000 aftershocks! Latest updates here
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Moldova Foreign Minister Warns Russia Poised for Political Meddling in West: Russia is using a variety of measures — from AI-generated deep fakes to bags of cash ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/russian-poised-for-political-meddling-in-the-west-moldova-warns
Paid articlePaid Taipei Fubon Bank launches Earth Day activities | Taiwan News | Apr. 25, 2024 09:33
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Number of black-faced spoonbills in Taiwan falls for first time - Focus Taiwan: The number of black-faced spoonbills wintering in Taiwan fell for the first time ...
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'Vivid Express' on Taiwan's alpine railway to launch May 24: Agency - Focus Taiwan
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