Taiwan
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Taiwan urges citizens to avoid travel to China, Hong Kong over execution threats for 'separatists'
World | Jun 28, 2024, 06:05 PM ISTThe development came after China threatened to impose the death penalty on pro-Taiwan independence 'separatists' for secessionist activities. Tensions between China and Taiwan have flared after President Lai Ching-te came to power, with rising military pressure by Beijing.
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China's biggest action on US, imposes sanctions on Lockheed Martin over Taiwan arms sales
World | Jun 21, 2024, 07:03 PM ISTChina is set to freeze all assets, both movable and immovable, belonging to Lockheed Martin's senior executives, including chairman James Donald Taiclet, and prohibit their entry into the country.
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Taiwan mulls visa-on-arrival for Indian travellers; 5 must-visit places in the Republic of China
Travel | Jun 19, 2024, 08:36 PM ISTGood news for Indian travellers! Taiwan is considering visa-on-arrival, making it easier to visit this beautiful island nation. Taiwan has something to offer for everyone, from iconic landmarks, serene lakes to breathtaking parks and delicious street food!
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Taiwan's Foreign Minister says "We are considering visa-on-arrival for Indians"
News | Jun 19, 2024, 03:19 PM ISTTaiwan Deputy Foreign Minister Tien Chung-kwang announced that the Taiwanese government is considering implementing visa-on-arrival for Indian citizens and plans to discuss the proposal with the immigration department. Watch to know more!
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'Modi ji won't be intimidated': Taiwan on China's protest towards PM Modi's message to its President
World | Jun 18, 2024, 05:02 PM ISTPM Modi responded to a congratulatory message from Taiwan President Lai Ching-te on his election victory and said he looked forward to enhancing India-Taiwan partnership. China, which considers Taiwan as part of its territory, did not take kindly to this message of friendship.
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Former Chinese navy captain arrested in Taiwan for illegal entry by speedboat
World | Jun 12, 2024, 06:50 AM ISTA 60-year-old former Chinese navy commander, identified as Ruan, was arrested on Sunday after illegally entering Taipei harbour via speedboat. Taiwan's authorities detained him after he crossed the 160 km Taiwan Strait.
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'Utterly unjustified': Taiwan reacts to China's protest over 'cordial exchange' with PM Modi
World | Jun 07, 2024, 03:41 PM ISTChina protested over PM Modi's response to Taiwan President's congratulatory message, where the Indian leader said he looked forward to "closer ties". China asserted that India has diplomatic relations with China and should refrain from doing things that violate the one-China principle.
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US calls Taiwan’s message to PM Modi ‘normal diplomatic business’ amid China’s protests
World | Jun 07, 2024, 09:38 AM ISTChina has lodged a protest with India over PM Modi's remarks, which came in response to congratulatory greetings from Taiwan President Lai Ching-te on his election victory.
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US lawmakers arrive in Taiwan despite China warns America to stay out, Lai thanks Biden for support
World | May 26, 2024, 07:21 PM ISTThe delegation is in Taiwan from Sunday to Thursday, the American Institute in Taiwan said in a statement, a trip that comes shortly after China ended two days of war games around the island.
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Taiwan President takes u-turn, again offers talks with China after PLA launches 'punishment war'
World | May 26, 2024, 05:39 PM ISTTaiwan's presidential offer came days after a large military exercise launched by Beijing to show its anger over the self-governing island's inauguration of new leaders who refuse to accept its insistence that Taiwan is part of China.
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Why is China conducting 'punishment' military drills around Taiwan? What does it mean?
World | May 24, 2024, 03:43 PM ISTTaiwan detected 49 Chinese warplanes and 19 navy vessels around the island nation on the second day of Beijing's so-called "punishment" drills. The Chinese military said the exercises were launched to test their ability to "seize power" and punish Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te.
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China fumes over Taiwan President's pro-independence speech, launches 'punishment war' I VIDEO
World | May 24, 2024, 09:25 AM ISTTaiwan scrambled jets and put missile, naval and land units on alert Thursday over Chinese military exercises being conducted around the self-governing island democracy where a new president took office this week.
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China announces sanctions on Boeing, two US defence contractors for arms sales to Taiwan
World | May 20, 2024, 08:55 AM ISTIn recent years, China has been increasing its military presence in the Taiwan Strait, with warplanes being sent on a near-daily basis and military drills being conducted in the waters and skies near Taiwan.
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Chaos reigns in Taiwanese parliament as lawmakers exchange blows in dispute over reforms | VIDEO
World | May 17, 2024, 03:44 PM ISTLawmakers clashed over parliament reforms calling for greater scrutiny of the government, proposed by the opposition Kuomintang (KMT) and the smaller TPP. The ruling Democratic Progressive Party accused them of 'abusing power' by forcing the proposals without consultation.
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China's 'game changer' advanced 3rd aircraft carrier begins sea trials amid South China Sea tensions
World | May 01, 2024, 04:30 PM ISTThe Fujian, which features a full-length, flat flight deck with an advanced catapult-launch system for jets, takes its name from the Chinese province opposite democratically governed Taiwan.
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Biden signs package for $95 billion in military aid to Ukraine and Israel, TikTok ban
World | Apr 25, 2024, 01:22 AM ISTBiden signed the $95 billion war aid measure package into law that includes military assistance for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, along with a provision for TikTok to be sold or banned in the US. The military package was passed by the Senate earlier after months of delays.
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Taiwan thanks US for sweeping aid package, China says island entering 'dangerous situation'
World | Apr 24, 2024, 04:48 PM ISTThe US Senate passed the foreign aid package after months of delay, comprising $8 billion to counter Chinese threats in Taiwan and the Indo-Pacific. While Taiwan lauded the move to protect against authoritarianism, China sharply criticised the move, saying it violates US commitments to Beijing.
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BIG relief to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan as US Senate overwhelmingly passes USD 95 billion aid
World | Apr 24, 2024, 10:36 AM ISTA sweeping foreign aid package easily passed the US Congress after months of delay, clearing the way for billions of dollars in fresh Ukraine funding amid advances from Russia's invasion force and Kyiv's shortages of military supplies.
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Taiwan hit by more than 80 earthquakes in less than 24 hours, several buildings damaged I VIDEO
World | Apr 23, 2024, 08:15 AM ISTA cluster of earthquakes struck Taiwan early on Tuesday, the strongest measuring 6.1 magnitude, according to the US Geological Survey. There was no immediate information of any damage or casualties.
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Russia's foreign minister calls Taiwan 'integral part of China', Taipei slams 'false claims'
World | Apr 12, 2024, 06:13 PM ISTRussian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov called Taiwan an "integral part of China" and an "internal affair of the People's Republic of China". Taiwan responded angrily, saying the Russia-China collusion does not contribute to stability across the Taiwan Strait.