The US has shown restraint in high-level contacts with Taiwan, with no movement towards arranging a call between leaders. This follows a previous call that led to a diplomatic protest from Beijing. No new US arms sales for Taiwan are expected soon.
Taiwan's President William Lai Ching-te urged the US to approve a $14 billion arms sale "as soon as possible," emphasizing Taiwan's rejection of unification with China and its commitment to self-defense. The island seeks US support amid increased Chinese pressure.
Taiwanese officials and commentators have criticized Lai Ching-te's assertion that Chinese social media platforms like TikTok and Xiaohongshu pose a "security crisis" for young people. Critics argue this reflects a "Cold War mentality" and a lack of confidence in their own governance, while noting that bans on such apps have often led to increased popularity.
Former legislator Lin Shu-chuan noted a significant shift in President Lai Ching-te's trust ratings, with traditional green strongholds seeing a decline while Taipei and Taoyuan, areas with more blue support, surged past 50%. Lin attributes this to the AI industry boom and criticizes the KMT's stance on US relations, tariffs, and military purchases.
China's Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson Zhu Fenglian criticized Lai Ching-te's remarks about TikTok and Xiaohongshu posing a security risk to Taiwanese youth, stating that mainland social media offers Taiwanese youth opportunities for expression and connection, embodying the 'two sides of the strait are one family' spirit.
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te stated that maintaining the political status quo is vital for global supply chains, especially for AI development. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang called Taiwan the 'epicenter of the ecosystem' for chip manufacturing.
A Taiwanese official's child, who promoted the idea that "Lai Ching-te is my godfather," received a suspended sentence, sparking domestic criticism of the erosion of Taiwan's judicial system. The article also mentions other overseas Chinese-themed films and the retirement of "Sister Ju Ping."
A Taiwanese official's son, who claimed "Lai Ching-te is my godfather," was sentenced to prison but granted a suspended sentence. This decision has led to public questioning of Taiwan's judicial system and concerns about the erosion of judicial independence.
A Taiwanese official's child, who claimed 'Lai Ching-te is my godfather,' received a suspended sentence, leading to domestic criticism of the erosion of Taiwan's judiciary. Separately, "Sister Ju Ping" officially retired, marking the end of an era for many netizens' childhoods.
A Taiwanese official's son, who claimed "Lai Ching-te is my godfather," received a suspended sentence, sparking public questioning of the island's judiciary. Separately, "Sister Ju Ping" officially retired, marking the end of an era for many.
A Taiwanese official's child, who promoted "Lai Ching-te is my godfather," received a suspended sentence, sparking domestic criticism of the erosion of Taiwan's judicial system. Separately, recommendations for overseas Chinese-themed films were made, and "Sister Ju Ping" officially retired, marking the end of an era for many.
Beijing has strongly condemned Czech Senate President Milos Vystrcil's visit to Taiwan, calling it a "serious interference" in China's internal affairs and demanding "immediate and effective" measures to mitigate its negative impact. The Czech delegation arrived Monday and is scheduled to meet with Taiwanese officials.
China mobiliza mais de 100 embarcações em torno de Taiwan, incluindo navios de pesquisa, intensificando a pressão militar. EUA congelam venda de armas, enquanto Taiwan busca aumentar gastos com defesa.
EUA adiam venda de armas para Taiwan para priorizar munições contra Irã. Secretário interino da Marinha dos EUA, Hung Cao, afirmou que acordos serão retomados quando o governo considerar apropriado. China se opõe firmemente à venda.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to speak with Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te, a move that could provoke China, which claims Taiwan as its territory. Beijing has previously responded to U.S.-Taiwan engagement with military drills.
ABD'nin eski başkanı Trump'ın Tayvan lideri Lai ile görüşme niyetini açıklaması, Pekin'den sert tepki aldı. Çin, ABD'yi 'yanlış sinyal göndermeyi bırakma' çağrısı yaparken, Tayvan görüşmeden memnuniyet duyacağını belirtti.
China's Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson Chen Binhua criticized Lai Ching-te's speech on his second anniversary in office, denouncing his "sovereign independence" and "mutual non-subordination" remarks as "Taiwan independence" fallacies and a "lie" that undermines cross-strait peace.
Donald Trump plans to speak with Taiwanese leader Lai Ching-te about a potential arms sale, a move that breaks diplomatic tradition. China "firmly opposes" such exchanges and arms sales to Taiwan.
US President Donald Trump reiterated his intention to hold direct talks with Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te over a reported $14 billion arms deal, a move opposed by China. This would be the first direct presidential communication between the US and Taiwan in over four decades.
Beijing firmly opposes any official US interactions with Taiwan, warning it would cross a "red line" and undo progress from a recent Trump-Xi summit. China urges the US to handle the Taiwan question prudently.
Donald Trump, ABD'nin Tayvan'a silah satışı kararından önce Tayvan lideri Lai ile görüşeceğini belirtti. Bu görüşme, ABD ile Tayvan liderleri arasında 1979'dan beri gerçekleşmeyen bir doğrudan temas olacak. Trump'ın açıklamaları, Çin Devlet Başkanı Şi Cinping'in Tayvan konusundaki uyarılarının ardından geldi.
ABD Başkanı Trump, Tayvan Devlet Başkanı Lai Ching-te ile görüşeceğini açıkladı. Bu adım, 1979'dan bu yana ABD-Tayvan liderleri arasında doğrudan temas olmaması nedeniyle diplomatik teamülleri bozacak ve Pekin ile ilişkileri sarsabilecek nitelikte.
Beijing accused Taiwan's leader William Lai Ching-te of "destroying cross-strait peace" after his anniversary speech. The Taiwan Affairs Office condemned Lai's remarks as "lies and deception, hostility and confrontation," accusing him of promoting "Taiwan independence."
Beijing has accused Taiwanese leader William Lai Ching-te of "destroying cross-strait peace" following his anniversary speech. The Taiwan Affairs Office stated Lai's remarks were filled with "lies and deception" and that he stubbornly adheres to "Taiwan independence."
