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April 3, 2024

Why Taiwan is earthquake-prone, and how the island handles them so well

Taiwan lies along the fault lines encircling the Pacific Ocean where most of the world’s earthquakes occur. Taiwan's earthquake preparedness is among the most advanced in the world.

April 3, 2024

China sends warplanes, boats around Taiwan following phone call between Xi and Biden

Following a phone call between President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping, dozens of Chinese warplanes and naval vessels were reported making incursions into Taiwanese territory.

April 3, 2024

Powerful earthquake rocks Taiwan, death toll rising, 800 injured

An earthquake in Taiwan resulted in nine deaths, some buildings collapsing and a tsunami warning, officials said Wednesday.

April 1, 2024

Taiwanese group fights fake news with in-person conversations and a spotlight on seniors

In Taiwan, a volunteer group called Fake News Cleaner hosts in-person events to raise awareness about fake news and how to spot it, with a focus on senior citizens.

March 28, 2024

US congressional delegation reaffirms defense support for Taiwan

A bipartisan U.S. congressional delegation has affirmed continued support for Taiwan following recent approval of $300 million in military aid, officials said.

March 27, 2024

Taiwan safeguards against rising China threat with commissioning of 2 new navy corvettes

The Taiwanese navy has commissioned a pair of new corvettes amid a rising threat from China. The new ships are fast, maneuverable and carry a range of missiles and deck guns.

March 27, 2024

Taiwan stands as major line of defense against global war with China, critical for US security

Taiwan stands as last line of defense against Chinese hegemony across Asia, U.S. security and the threat of a global war, warns a China expert from the Heritage Foundation.

March 22, 2024

US will not help Philippines build new port near Taiwan, governor of Batanes islands says

The U.S. will not help the Philippines build a new port near Taiwan after initial engagement on the subject, removing a potential point of friction between the U.S. and China.

February 28, 2024

Tuvalu's new leadership commits to continued diplomatic relations with Taiwan instead of Beijing

Tuvalu's new government, led by Prime Minister Feleti Teo, has reaffirmed its diplomatic ties with Taiwan despite pressure from Beijing to switch allegiance.

February 26, 2024

AI technology could help US, allies monitor China's Taiwan invasion intentions

If Washington helps defend Taiwan as President Biden has declared, the U.S. will need an early warning system to anticipate a military assault, and AI could help.