Tsai Ing-wen

Taiwan reaffirms its commitment to democracy and economic prosperity, solidifying its position as a stable nation.

Senator Darline Graham stumbled over a foreign policy question in a debate, admitting national security is not her area of expertise.

Japan and Taiwan align their regional strategies through updated Indo-Pacific frameworks emphasizing economic security, supply chain resilience, and maritime cooperation, while maintaining pragmatic diplomacy to avoid unnecessary confrontation with China.

Taiwan's Army may cancel a $30.5 million drone defense contract after the system failed acceptance tests.

Taiwan Believes Japan Will Help Defend Against China

China shifting tactics toward isolating Lai

Trump keeps the door open to a call with Taiwan's president even though China has warned against it

Taiwan President Reiterates Sovereignty Stance Amidst Cross-Strait Tensions

Trump keeps the door open to a call with Taiwan's president even though China has warned against it

China & Taiwan Update, May 29, 2026

From Andrew J. Nathan, a Provocative Foray Into ‘Xi Jinping Thought’ — About Taiwan

Trump says he’ll talk to Taiwan’s president amid arms deal negotiations

Trump’s mixed messaging on Taiwan – what we know

Acting US Navy Secretary Hung Cao announced Washington is pausing a $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan to prioritize munitions for potential Iran conflict, amid ongoing US-China tensions over the island's defense needs.

The US is pausing a $14bn arms sale to Taiwan to conserve munitions for its war on Iran.

Trump may speak with Taiwan's leader, a move that could strain US-China relations.

Taiwan's government welcomed a potential call between President Lai and Trump, which could significantly impact cryptocurrency markets given Trump's crypto-friendly stance and the geopolitical implications of US-Taiwan relations strengthening.

Senator Darline Graham stumbled over a national security question during a debate in South Carolina.

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te announced record defense spending of approximately 31.4 billion dollars for 2027, characterizing military investment as essential for peace amid escalating Chinese military pressure and Washington's calls for increased defense expenditure.

China and Taiwan's relations remain tense since their 1949 separation, causing tension between Beijing and Washington.

GOP ‘hawk’ Lindsey Graham was one of China’s toughest opponents

Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun to visit China ahead of Trump trip, raising cross-strait tensions

China's new ethnic unity law extends its legal reach overseas, sparking concerns of transnational repression.

Southbound Diplomacy: Assessing Taiwan’s “Integrated Diplomacy” on the 10th Anniversary of the New Southbound Policy

Trump keeps the door open to a call with Taiwan's president even though China has warned against it

Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun makes rare China visit

China & Taiwan Update, March 20, 2026

A ginger tabby named Mikan gains global popularity as a beloved Taiwan subway stationmaster.

Taiwan welcomes idea of Trump talking to its president, which would be a major break in protocol

Taiwan will not provoke conflict nor give up sovereignty, says president Lai Ching-te

China advances toward Taiwan absorption through economic pressure, demographic shifts, and psychological conditioning rather than military invasion, while the world's strategic fatigue and Taiwan's semiconductor dependence create conditions favoring Beijing's long-term reunification strategy.

Trump ignited diplomatic tension with China by signaling direct contact with Taiwan's president and a fourteen-billion-dollar arms package days after his Beijing summit, violating decades of One China protocol and drawing swift Chinese condemnation.

Taiwan's President Lai expressed willingness to speak with Donald Trump, potentially breaking four decades of diplomatic protocol, as the US signals arms sales consideration and China firmly opposes official Taiwan-US exchanges.

Taiwan's President Lai says he is happy to speak with US President Donald Trump.

Senator Darline Graham dodges national security question in debate, saying it's "not my thing".

Taiwan supports a Free and Open Indo-Pacific, promoting regional stability and cooperation.

Lai says Taiwan not responsible for cross-strait tensions

Taiwan and Poland are deepening drone industry cooperation driven by Ukraine's conflict, shared security concerns about China and Russia, and Poland's need for non-Chinese components, with Poland becoming Taiwan's largest drone export market at 60 percent of total exports.

Taiwan's geopolitical importance is shifting from semiconductor manufacturing to becoming a critical node in global AI infrastructure, as governments prioritize supply-chain trust and national resilience over cost-efficiency amid intensifying geopolitical tensions.

Trump keeps the door open to a call with Taiwan's president even though China has warned against it

Trump keeps the door open to a call with Taiwan's president even though China has warned against it

Trump keeps the door open to a call with Taiwan’s president even though China has warned against it

Taiwan to extend mandatory military service over China threat: reports

Trump told Taiwan not to 'go independent' - but does it want to?

The US Navy chief paused a $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan, prioritizing munitions stockpiles for potential Iran conflict, highlighting Washington's strategic pivot toward Middle Eastern threats over Indo-Pacific commitments.

Trump says he will speak to Taiwan's president in break from protocol

US navy chief says $14bn arms sale to Taiwan paused due to Iran war

The US acting navy chief announced a pause on a $14 billion Taiwan arms sale to prioritize munitions for Iran operations, marking another setback for Taipei amid Trump's recent Beijing summit where he described weapons packages as negotiating leverage.

President Trump stated he would call Taiwan's leader Lai Ching-te, defying decades of U.S. diplomatic protocol and risking Chinese retaliation, as Taiwan welcomed direct dialogue and Beijing condemned any official contacts.

Trump announced he will directly speak with Taiwan's President Lai, breaking decades of diplomatic protocol and potentially straining US-China relations, while a fourteen billion dollar arms sale to Taiwan remains undecided.