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September 25, 2023, 12:46 PM

A Taiwan golf ball maker fined after a fatal fire for storing 30 times limit for hazardous material

Authorities warned of criminal charges after the factory fire left nine dead.
September 25, 2023, 12:46 PM
Taiwan golf ball maker fined after fatal fire for storing 30 times limit of materials
1 month ago

US vice chair of Armed Services Committee promises 'resolute reaction' if Taiwan is attacked

A United States congressional delegation visiting Taiwan says Washington would act if the island was attacked, and promised to resolve the $19-billion backlog in its defense purchases from the U.S. Rob Wittman, vice chair of the House Armed Services Co...
1 month ago
US official promises 'resolute reaction' if Taiwan is attacked
1 month ago

China objects as US approves military aid to Taiwan under program aimed at sovereign nations

China has lashed out at the United States, saying a U.S. military transfer to Taiwan is a violation of U.S. commitments under its “one-China” policy
1 month ago
US OKs military aid to Taiwan under program usually reserved for sovereign nations
1 month ago

Typhoon Saola to bring heavy rain and strong winds to southern Taiwan on its way to China's coast

Taiwan’s weather authorities warned residents of heavy rain and strong winds starting Wednesday as Typhoon Saola skirts by the island’s southern coast on its way to China
1 month ago
Typhoon Saola to bring heavy rain and strong winds to Taiwan on its way to China
1 month ago

Foxconn's Terry Gou will seek Taiwan presidency as an independent, but he'll need signatures to run

Terry Gou, the founder of Apple supplier Foxconn, plans to run as an independent in Taiwan's presidential election next year, ending months of speculation
1 month ago
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Tsai renews her pledge to strengthen Taiwan's self-defense during her visit to war memorial

Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen has renewed her pledge to strengthen Taiwan’s self-defense as she visited a war memorial from the last time Taiwan and China battled
1 month ago
Taiwan's president renews her pledge of stronger self defense
2 months ago

Taiwan's vice president leaves on Paraguay trip amid Chinese efforts to isolate the island

Paraguay is Taiwan’s last diplomatic partner in South America.
2 months ago
2 months ago

Taiwan amends laws on sexual harassment after recent #MeToo wave

Taiwan has amended three laws governing sexual harassment in a special session of the legislature, after a wave of #MeToo accusations hit the island in June
2 months ago
Taiwan amends laws on sexual harassment after recent #MeToo wave
2 months ago

China reacts to US sending $345 million military aid package to Taiwan

China says the new aid for Taiwan won't stop it from what China calls "unifying" the self-ruled island.
2 months ago
China reacts to US sending $345 million military aid package to Taiwan
2 months ago

US announces historic $345 million military aid package for Taiwan

U.S. announces historic $345 million military aid package for Taiwan, weapons systems to come from existing U.S. military stockpiles.
2 months ago
US announces historic $345 million military aid package for Taiwan
2 months ago

As Taiwan prepares for anti-invasion exercises, China sends dozens of warplanes toward the island

The warplanes included fighter jets and bombers, marking a forceful display.
2 months ago
3 months ago

Secretary Blinken meets with counterparts in China

ABC News’ Matt Rivers reports on Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s trip to China on “This Week.”
3 months ago
Secretary Blinken meets with counterparts in China
4 months ago

Navy releases video of close call with Chinese warship in Taiwan Strait

ABC News contributor and former State Department official Steve Ganyard breaks down the rising tensions between the U.S. and China following the near collision.
4 months ago
Navy releases video of close call with Chinese warship in Taiwan Strait
4 months ago

Escalating aggression from China is ‘unacceptable’: Turner

ABC News’ Martha Raddatz interviews Rep. Mike Turner, R-Ohio, on “This Week.”
4 months ago
Escalating aggression from China is ‘unacceptable’: Turner
4 months ago

US, Taiwan sign trade deal over China's opposition

The United States has signed a trade agreement with Taiwan over opposition from China, which claims the self-ruled island democracy as part of its territory
4 months ago
US, Taiwan sign trade deal over China's opposition
4 months ago

China criticizes US plan for trade deal with Taiwan

China’s government has criticized the United States' plans to sign a trade treaty with Taiwan, calling on Washington to stop official contact with the self-ruled island democracy claimed by Beijing as part of its territory
4 months ago
China criticizes US plan for trade deal with Taiwan
6 months ago

Tensions rise in Taiwan as US kicks off nearby drills

Following days of aggressive military drills from China, the U.S. began its own military drills in the region.
6 months ago
Tensions rise in Taiwan as US kicks off nearby drills
6 months ago

China 'ready to fight' after 3 days of large-scale military drills around Taiwan

China's military declared it's "ready to fight" after wrapping up three days of combat drills simulating a blockade to "seal off" Taiwan.
6 months ago
China 'ready to fight' after 3 days of large-scale military drills around Taiwan
6 months ago

Tensions rise amid dueling military drills in China and Taiwan

China simulated air and sea attacks just hours after Taiwan’s president returned from a trip to the U.S.
6 months ago
Tensions rise amid dueling military drills in China and Taiwan
6 months ago

China ramps up military drills

China sent dozens of fighter jets near Taiwan, just days after Taiwan's President Tsai traveled to the U.S.
6 months ago
China ramps up military drills
6 months ago

China launches new military drills

China has started three days of military drills around Taiwan. The move comes after the island's leader just returned from a top- level meeting in the U.S.
6 months ago
China launches new military drills
6 months ago

China starts 3 days of combat readiness patrol exercises around Taiwan

China says it has started three days of combat readiness patrol exercises around Taiwan, just a day after Taiwan President Tsai returned home from the U.S.
6 months ago
China starts 3 days of combat readiness patrol exercises around Taiwan
6 months ago

Relative calm so far following Taiwan leader’s US meeting with McCarthy

China's foreign ministry condemned a meeting between Taiwanese leader Tsai Ing-wen and the House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, describing it as "acts of collusion."
6 months ago
Relative calm so far following Taiwan leader’s US meeting with McCarthy
6 months ago

Taiwanese president meets with US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy

ABC News' Britt Clennett reports on the Taiwanese president's meeting with Speaker McCarthy amid tensions between China and Taiwan.
6 months ago
Taiwanese president meets with US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy
6 months ago

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy expected to meet with Taiwan’s president

Plus, Mexico’s president has asked Chinese President Xi Jinping for help halting the illegal production of fentanyl, and New Zealand’s prime minister officially steps down after an emotional speech.
6 months ago
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy expected to meet with Taiwan’s president
1 year ago

Hong Kong expats in Taiwan worry about tensions with China

ABC News' Bob Woodruff spoke with former Hong Kong residents who fled for Taiwan after China's crackdown, who are now concerned about the island's future.
1 year ago
Hong Kong expats in Taiwan worry about tensions with China
1 year ago

Taiwan becomes growing destination for Hong Kong residents looking for more freedom

Hong Kong residents have found refuge in Taiwan, but as tensions grow between the nation and the Chinese government, so does concerns among exhiles.
1 year ago
Taiwan becomes growing destination for Hong Kong residents looking for more freedom
1 year ago

Tensions escalate between Taiwan and China amid US visits

ABC News' Bob Woodruff traveled around Taiwan to speak with residents about U.S. delegations visiting the island and the historical context of Taiwan and China's tense relations.
1 year ago
Tensions escalate between Taiwan and China amid US visits
1 year ago

WH will communicate concerns to Beijing; Pentagon says China trying to 'manufacture' a Taiwan 'conflict'

The White House said Monday that it will communicate "directly" to Beijing its displeasure with China's recent military exercises as tensions rise higher over Taiwan
1 year ago
White House will communicate concerns to Beijing about maneuvers around Taiwan
1 year ago

Apple asks suppliers to follow labeling policy amid China-Taiwan tension

The tech giant has informed Taiwan that orders sent to China must follow customs labeling rules.
1 year ago
Apple asks suppliers to follow labeling policy amid China-Taiwan tension
1 year ago

US, China tensions rise after Pelosi trip to Taiwan

Following House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's trip to Taiwan, North Korea called her "the worst destroyer of international peace and stability," according to AP.
1 year ago
US, China tensions rise after Pelosi trip to Taiwan
1 year ago

Diplomatic and military tensions continue to rise in wake of Pelosi's Taiwan visit

The White House "summoned" China's ambassador Qin Gang over China's provocative actions, spokesperson John Kirby said in a statement.
1 year ago
Diplomatic, military tensions continue to rise in wake of Pelosi's Taiwan visit
1 year ago

China fires missiles near Taiwan in live-fire drills

ABC News’ national security and defense analyst Mick Milroy reacts to China firing missiles near Taiwan for the first time in nearly 30 years.
1 year ago
China fires missiles near Taiwan in live-fire drills
1 year ago

In South Korea, Pelosi vows support to denuclearize the North but avoids commenting on Taiwan, China

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi met with her South Korean counterpart in Seoul on Thursday but avoided making direct public comments on her Taiwan visit.
1 year ago
Pelosi vows support to denuclearize North Korea but avoids commenting on Taiwan
1 year ago

China fires missiles near Taiwan following Pelosi visit

China has launched missiles around Taiwan as a part of military drills in retaliation for the island hosting House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
1 year ago
China fires missiles near Taiwan following Pelosi visit
1 year ago

Pelosi leaves Taiwan with strong message

ABC News contributor and former senior CIA field operative Darrell Blocker joins ABCNL to discuss House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s controversial trip to Taiwan, despite China’s threats.
1 year ago
Pelosi leaves Taiwan with strong message
1 year ago

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visits Taiwan

ABC News’ national security and defense analyst Mick Mulroy discusses the House speaker’s Asia trip and the concerning rhetoric from China over her visit to Taiwan.
1 year ago
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visits Taiwan
1 year ago

Pelosi says US 'will not abandon' Taiwan as China orders live-fire drills

U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi met with Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen in Taipei on Wednesday.
1 year ago
China orders live-fire drills as Pelosi says US 'will not abandon' Taiwan
1 year ago

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi touches down in Taiwan despite China's warnings

U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi arrived in Taiwan on Tuesday despite repeated warnings not to from mainland China.
1 year ago
China to surround Taiwan for military drills in response to Pelosi's trip
1 year ago

Pelosi arrives in Taiwan for controversial visit

After intense threats from China, Nancy Pelosi arrived in Taiwan, being the first House speaker to visit in 25 years. Her arrival could further strain relations between the U.S. and China.
1 year ago
Pelosi arrives in Taiwan for controversial visit
1 year ago

Pelosi arrives in Taiwan despite China’s warnings

ABC News’ Zohreen Shah and national security and defense analyst Mick Mulroy discuss U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s trip to Taiwan, the first for a top U.S. official in 25 years.
1 year ago
Pelosi arrives in Taiwan despite China’s warnings
1 year ago

Nancy Pelosi makes trip to Taiwan

China said the visit by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi would cross a red line and Biden administration officials have warned against her visit.
1 year ago
Nancy Pelosi makes trip to Taiwan
1 year ago

Nancy Pelosi's long history of criticizing China, advocating for human rights

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has a long history of criticizing China and advocating for human rights.
1 year ago
Nancy Pelosi's long history of criticizing China, advocating for human rights
1 year ago

Pelosi arrives in Taiwan despite China's warnings

U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi and members of a Congressional delegation landed at Taipei Songshan Airport in the Taiwanese capital at just after 10:40 p.m. local time.
1 year ago
Pelosi arrives in Taiwan despite China's warnings
1 year ago

Pelosi to visit Asia as China warns against trip to Taiwan

ABC News senior foreign correspondent Ian Pannell reports on tensions between the U.S. and rivals, China and Russia, on "This Week."
1 year ago
Pelosi to visit Asia as China warns against trip to Taiwan
2 years ago

What to know about the escalating tensions between China and Taiwan

There has been increasing "gray-zone" conflict across the strait.
2 years ago
What to know about the escalating tensions between China and Taiwan