William Lai

What's behind China-Taiwan tensions?

Trump will likely focus on trade and economic issues during his meeting with Xi Jinping next week.

Paraguay's President Santiago Pena visits Taiwan, solidifying ties amidst Chinese coercion attempts.

Taiwan should maintain diplomatic relations with transparency and accountability.

Taiwan should maintain diplomatic relations with transparency and accountability.

Beijing promotes cross-strait ties through William Lai's ancestral village in Fujian.

Taiwan's William Lai arrives in eSwatini, a trip Beijing labels a political stunt.

Taiwan risks losing US trust if it underinvests in defense, a former US intel chief warns.

China touts union benefits to Taiwan, but Taipei rebuffs the offer.

Taiwan received its final batch of 28 M1A2T Abrams tanks from the US, completing a 108-tank modernization program worth $1.29 billion to strengthen northern defenses against China amid broader regional tensions.

More US arms sales in the pipeline, vice defense minister says

Pass budget on defense to show resolve: US Indo-Pacific commander

Taiwanese leader William Lai postpones Africa trip after three nations revoke overflight permission.

US weighs arms sale to Taiwan: report

Zero Day Attack: Taiwanese TV show imagines Chinese invasion and stokes debate

The Risk of War in the Taiwan Strait Is High-and Getting Higher

Taiwan's leader William Lai was accused by Beijing of glorifying Japanese colonial rule. The People's Liberation Army increased aircraft sorties around Taiwan. Lai made the comments at an event marking Taiwan's first direct elections' 30th anniversary.

Taiwan will open its market to Paraguayan poultry imports, deepening bilateral economic ties.

Taiwan is set to benefit from Ukraine's growing demand for drones and components.

Minnesota's legislature passed a pro-Taiwan resolution, reaffirming ties and support for Taiwan.

Trump's postponed China trip faces uncertainty amid US-China tensions over Iran sanctions, Taiwan military support, and conflicting US policy positions, while Taiwan fears reduced American backing if trade agreements are reached.

President Lai and King Mswati reaffirmed diplomatic ties during Lai's visit to Eswatini.

Donovan’s Deep Dives: The battle over Taiwan’s defense spending

President Lai arrives in Eswatini for an official visit, attending the king's birthday celebration.

Paraguay and Taiwan maintain diplomatic ties despite China's growing pressure.

President William Lai details income tax reductions to improve workers' livelihoods.

North Korea reaffirms support for Russia's invasion of Ukraine, vowing to help achieve victory.

US envoys head to Pakistan for Iran war talks

Pentagon can help Taiwan, but defense budget must pass: US official

US think tank head John Hamre praises Taiwan's significant strides in self-defense efforts.

How China Could Take Taiwan, Without Firing a Shot

Taiwan is preparing for a Chinese attack but its people don't think war is coming soon

US senators assure Taiwan that pending arms sales will be approved in coming weeks.

Taiwanese leader William Lai's rare use of 'mainland China' signals caution ahead of Xi-Trump summit

MOFA thanks Europe's Formosa Club for supporting Taiwan's WHO participation.

Taiwan seeks to lead globally in cybersecurity as threats escalate with generative AI.

Taiwan's President William Lai returns home, vowing not to bow to pressure after a circuitous route from Eswatini.

President William Lai visits Taiwan-funded projects in Eswatini, seeking increased investment.

Taiwan's William Lai arrives in eSwatini, deepening diplomatic ties with the island's sole African ally.

Global energy crisis triggered by US military action against Iran disrupts energy supply.

Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs expresses concern over Chinese threats made in a call with the US.

Paraguay's President Santiago Pena will make a state visit to Taiwan next week.

China denounces Japan and EU over South China Sea remarks at a UN meeting.

Taiwan receives its final batch of 28 US-made M1A2T Abrams tanks, completing a 108-tank procurement.

Tracking China’s Increased Military Activities in the Indo-Pacific in 2025

US Indo-Pacific Commander Admiral Samuel Paparo says Taiwan's defense budget passage signals commitment to its own defense.

More US arms sales are in the pipeline: official

Taiwan to build 'T Dome' air defence system to guard against 'hostile threats'

Sirens and evacuations as Taipei rehearses to counter China invasion threat

KMT chief seeks cooperation with Beijing to avoid confrontation.