Taiwan ruling party powers ahead with opposition mired in bitter dispute
Wednesday, 22 November 2023 Taiwan's vice president and frontrunner in the upcoming presidential election, Lai Ching-te, has warned that Taiwan cannot afford chaos or "experiments" when it comes to choosing a leader. Talks between the two main opposition parties to mount a joint presidential challenge have stalled, leaving Lai as the clear favorite. The election, scheduled for January 13, will have a significant impact on Taiwan's relations with Beijing amid increasing military pressure from China. Lai emphasized the need for experienced leaders who can continue Taiwan's progress in the face of a chaotic situation.
Taiwan has reported renewed Chinese military activity including nine aircraft crossing the sensitive median line of the Taiwan Strait and warships carrying out “combat readiness patrols”. Taiwan reported nine aircraft crossing the sensitive "median line" of the Taiwan Strait and warships carrying...
Taiwan 'Vigilant' , Amid Respiratory Disease , Outbreak in China.
'Newsweek' reports that Taiwan remains vigilant
as China battles a surge in respiratory illnesses
that has overloaded hospitals in..
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Taiwan Showdown Expected , in Upcoming Face-to-Face , Between Biden and Xi.
Taiwan Showdown Expected , in Upcoming Face-to-Face , Between Biden and Xi.
On November 15, United States President Joe..
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China sent 43 warplanes and seven naval vessels near the island of Taiwan in 24 hours, the latest sign that Beijing plans no let-up in its campaign of harassment, threats and intimidation. The..