Forget China’s navy, Chinese small boats landings on Taiwan are a new source of concern

TAIPEI (AP) — China has long sought to intimidate Taiwan with its massive navy, air force and the world’s largest… TAIPEI (AP) — China has long sought to intimidate Taiwan with its massive navy, air force and the world’s largest standing army, but it’s …

Buffeted by political chaos, Taiwan’s President Lai marks first year in office

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te celebrates his first year in office on Tuesday as his government grapples with Chinese military pressure, US tariff threats and domestic political turmoil. Lai, a staunch defender of Taiwan’s sovereignty and detested by …

Taiwan builds AI supercomputer with NVIDIA and Foxconn

Taiwan is planning to build a large-scale AI supercomputer as part of a collaboration between NVIDIA, Foxconn, and the National Science and Technology Council. The goal is to provide local researchers, startups, and industries easier access to high- …

JMSDF Strengthens Foothold in Nansei Islands as Taiwan Crisis Looms

Port calls by Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) vessels at Ishigaki Port in Okinawa Prefecture have risen sharply in recent years. By April 2025, a range of ships — including training support vessels, escort ships, minesweepers, and mother ships …

Palau continues to support Taiwan at the WHO meeting

By: Bernadette Carreon Palau’s Vice President and Health Minister, Raynold Oilouch, joined diplomatic allies of Taiwan in advocating for support for Taipei’s efforts to participate in the ongoing 78th World Health Assembly (WHA), scheduled for May 19-27 in …

Taiwan’s President Calls for Peace Amid Tensions with China

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te reaffirmed the island’s commitment to peace and dialogue with China during a press conference on May 20, marking his one-year anniversary in office. However, he emphasized that Taiwan must continue to …

Whipps in Taiwan for State visit

Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr. is currently in Taiwan for a week-long state visit, following an invitation from the Taiwanese government. He is accompanied by a Palauan delegation that includes Minister of State Gustav Aitaro, Minister of Public …

Nvidia And Foxconn Announce ‘AI Factory’ For Supercomputer In Taiwan

Nvidia cofounder and CEO Jensen Huang delivering the opening keynote speech of Computex 2025 in Taipei, Taiwan. I-HWA CHENG/AFP via Getty Images Amid an intensifying global race for cutting-edge AI technologies, billionaire Jensen Huang’s semiconductor …

3 killed, 12 hurt after car hits group near Taiwan school

TAIPEI: A car ploughed into a group of mostly students outside a school in Taiwan on Monday (May 19), killing at least three people and injuring 12, police said. The incident happened near Taipei at around 4pm when a car driven by a 78-year-old man ran a …

Taiwan plans wealth fund to counter China with global expansion