This Week in Taiwan

Eloise Phillips,Rti

This Week in Taiwan brings you a roundup of the week’s top stories and key developments related to Taiwan — every Saturday, keeping you informed and up to date.

  1. 5d ago

    China advances military robotics as Taiwan prepares countermeasures, Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu leads cross-party delegation to US, and more...

    China advances military robotics as Taiwan prepares countermeasures. Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu leads cross-party delegation to US. Taiwan Expo in Europe hosts Ukraine reconstruction seminar. Taiwan says Lithuania cooperation unaffected amid China push, Vilnius coalition change. Foreign Minister visits Polish Parliament and meets with lawmakers. Taiwanese fruit targets high-end European markets, president says.

  2. Jun 20

    Taiwan completes 500th offshore wind turbine, Taipei wins“city Nobel Prize” for collaborative sustainable solutions, Taiwan’s law enforcement displays biggest heroin bust in nearly 5 years, and more..

    Taiwan completes 500th offshore wind turbine. Taipei wins“city Nobel Prize” for collaborative sustainable solutions. Taiwan’s law enforcement displays biggest heroin bust in nearly 5 years. US NDAA recasts defense strategy, brings Taiwan and Philippines under First Island Chain initiative. Investigation Bureau opens big new facility in New Taipei to boost crime-fighting work. Taiwan willing to respond to G7 summit call: President Lai.

  3. Jun 13

    Pacific allies hold first cultural gala celebrating Taiwan friendship, shared heritage, National Institute of Cyber Security signs MOU with Microsoft, and more...

    Pacific allies hold first cultural gala celebrating Taiwan friendship, shared heritage. National Institute of Cyber Security signs MOU with Microsoft. Suspected gas explosion leaves 2 dead, 2 injured in Hsinchu. Expert says China’s gray-zone pressure targets Taiwan ahead of the 2028 election. Taiwan seeks to maintain“development partner” role at Pacific Islands Forum despite China pressure. Taiwan stock leverage concerns distant as market correction seems healthy: Central bank governor. Draft for harsher penalties for drug-impaired driving to be reviewed by Legislature.

  4. Jun 6

    Army's 80th anniversary showcases changes to accommodate a changing world, Presidential youth forum provides dialogue on tackling social media united front efforts... and more

    Army's 80th anniversary showcases changes to accommodate a changing world. Presidential youth forum provides dialogue on tackling social media united front efforts. Nvidia, MediaTek unveil co-developed RTX Spark made for AI agent computing. Taiwan tightens border controls over Ebola concerns. Analyst warns losing Taiwan would reshape Asia's balance of power.

  5. May 30

    Presidential Office says no changes to US arms sales to report, President unveils plan to assist one million SMEs in smart transformation by 2040... and more

    Presidential Office says no changes to US arms sales to report. President unveils plan to assist one million SMEs in smart transformation by 2040. Foreign Ministry slams Beijing’s criticism of German lawmaker’s visit to Taiwan. Nvidia’s CEO calls Taiwan ‘epicenter of AI,’ urges stable power as investment surges. China’s goal not to take over Taiwan, but to make Taiwan’s reliance on US support unsustainable: British think tank executive. Taiwan to send delegation to European Bank annual meeting in Latvia.

  6. May 23

    Taiwan is not a bargaining chip in US-China talks, according to a security official, Analysts are saying that the Iran war offers lessons for future U.S.-China conflict ... and more

    Taiwan is not a bargaining chip in US-China talks, according to a security official Analysts are saying that the Iran war offers lessons for future U.S.-China conflict The DPP cites high approval rating as proof party is on the right track, despite impeachment proceedings Taiwan Coast Guard and US Homeland Security bust cross-border drug smuggling ring President Lai marks 2 years in office, vows to safeguard democracy Trump says he will speak with Lai on arms sales Lai meets with visiting Canadian MP, thanks Canadian Parliament for support

  7. May 16

    Taiwan, Okinawa team up in New York to attract North American travelers, Taiwan shouldn’t 'just wait passively’ for WHA invite, minister says, as delegation prepares Geneva trip... and more

    Taiwan, Okinawa team up in New York to attract North American travelers. Taiwan shouldn’t 'just wait passively’ for WHA invite, minister says, as delegation prepares Geneva trip Taiwanese tourism to South Korea expect to break records in 2026. Semiconductors are Taiwan’s biggest bargaining chip, experts say ahead of Trump-Xi meeting. Taiwan sends dual-minister delegation to World Health Assembly for first time. Foreign Minister Lin: Emerging tech reshaping diplomacy, Taiwan-US must deepen economic security cooperation.

  8. May 9

    China-linked networks are embedding propaganda in Taiwan social media pages, Taiwan infectious disease expert addresses rat-borne hantavirus concerns... and more

    China-linked networks are embedding propaganda in Taiwan social media pages. Taiwan infectious disease expert addresses rat-borne hantavirus concerns. President Lai Ching-te returns to Taiwan after his trip to the allied nation of Eswatini. Lai awards Fonte for a half-century of advancing Taiwan-US ties. Formosa Club Europe backs Taiwan’s right to visit allies, calls for WHA inclusion. Taipei launches new designated smoking areas in push for ‘smoke-free city.’

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This Week in Taiwan brings you a roundup of the week’s top stories and key developments related to Taiwan — every Saturday, keeping you informed and up to date.

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    Eloise Phillips,Rti
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
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