Taiwan’s China Airlines to launch free inflight wifi

Taiwanese flag carrier and SkyTeam member China Airlines (CAL) will begin providing free inflight wifi connectivity to all travellers across all cabins on select aircraft. The free inflight wifi service will be available on the airline’s Airbus...

China’s change to flight path in Taiwan Strait raises safety concerns

Beijing’s latest move to adjust the flight path without prior negotiation with Taipei poses a risk to civilian aviation on both sides of the strait, says a defence analyst. PHOTO: AFP TAIPEI – China’s unilateral move to open a third extension of...

Taiwan kicks off military drills in face of China threat

Taiwan began its annual military drills on Wednesday with troops joined by the largest-ever mobilisation of reservists for 10 days of training aimed at defending against a Chinese invasion. The "Han Kuang" exercises, which are being held at the...

Taiwan begins 10-day military drills to counter Chinese threats

TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Taiwan on Wednesday launched annual military exercises intended to guard against Chinese threats to invade, including using so-called “gray zone tactics” deployed by China that stop just short of open warfare. This year’s...

Taiwan begins 10-day military drills to counter Chinese threats

World News | NIA Says 1,668 Chinese Immigrants Missed Deadline, Taiwan Warns of China's 'legal Invasion' Tactics

Taipei [Taiwan], July 9 (ANI): A total of 1,668 Chinese immigrants in Taiwan failed to submit proof of renouncing their Chinese household registration by the deadline, prompting possible changes to their legal status, Taipei Times reported. The...

Two dead after dinghy capsizes during New Taipei City rescue

A firefighter yesterday died after falling into New Taipei City's Xindian River when a rescue dinghy capsized during a search mission for a man who was later found dead. The New Taipei City Fire Department said that it received a report at 4:12pm...

2nd firefighter dies after rescue boat capsizes in New Taipei

New Taipei, July 9 (CNA) A second firefighter has died after a rescue boat capsized during a mission on the Xindian River in New Taipei on Tuesday, raising the death toll from the incident to three. Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital confirmed Wednesday that...

Taiwan: Insurers extend support to typhoon affected

Taiwanese insurers are speeding up claims payments and providing fee waivers to policyholders impacted by Typhoon Danas that hit the country on the 6 of July. The typhoon severely impacted southern Taiwan with record winds and strong rain, killing...

Taiwan Simulates China Invasion In Massive War Games

Home Asia Taiwan Simulates China Invasion In Massive War Games China views democratically governed Taiwan as its own and has intensified military pressure around the island over the last five years, including a string of war games. Taiwan has...

AI, HPC demand push Taiwan's exports to new heights despite trade worries

Taiwan's June exports hit a record USD 53.32 billion, a 20th straight month of growth, driven by AI and high-performance computing demand. In June, Taiwan's exports reached a new monthly high of USD 53.32 billion, marking the 20th consecutive...

Business News | Taiwan Hoping to Avoid Tariffs as It Continues Talks with Trump Administration Amid US Trade Action

Taipei [Taiwan], July 9 (ANI): Taiwan is hoping to avoid steep US import tariffs as it continues negotiations with the Trump administration, even as President Donald Trump announced high duties on 14 other countries. The island nation was excluded...

Taiwan to kick off military drills in face of China threat

TAIPEI — Taiwan will kick off its annual military drills on Wednesday, with newly delivered US high-tech rocket systems to feature in exercises aimed at preparing the self-ruled island for a Chinese attack. Troops will be deployed alongside the...

Taiwan launches annual war games

[Source: Reuters] Taiwan launches its largest ever military drills on Wednesday, starting with simulated attacks on its command systems and infrastructure ahead of a Chinese invasion, senior defence officials said. The early stages of the annual...

China’s change to flight path in sensitive Taiwan Strait raises safety concerns

TAIPEI – China’s unilateral move to open a third extension of the M503 air route in the sensitive Taiwan Strait raises safety concerns and challenges Taipei’s ability to manage its airspace, analysts said. The M503 flight path lies just 4.2...

A taste of Taiwan in Chennai

Chennai, July 9: The Taipei Economic and Cultural Center (TECC) in Chennai brought a burst of Taiwanese flavor to South India through the 2025 Taiwan Culinary Arts International Tour, held on July 8 at Zhouyu Restaurant and July 9 at SRM Institute...

Scarlet fever cases in Taiwan hit five-year high

Taiwan last week recorded 245 medical visits for scarlet fever, the highest figure for the period in the past five years, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) said yesterday. "We observed that scarlet fever-related visits in Taiwan began to...

Export ban for Taiwan firms a stern warning for separatist forces: Beijing

Beijing has banned the export of dual-use items to eight Taiwan-based aerospace and shipbuilding companies, including suppliers to the Taiwanese military. The move was hailed by the mainland’s Taiwan Affairs Office as a “stern warning against...

Taiwan launches annual war games with simulated attacks against military command

By Yimou Lee TAIPEI (Reuters) -Taiwan launches its largest ever military drills on Wednesday, starting with simulated attacks on its command systems and infrastructure ahead of a Chinese invasion, senior defence officials said. The early stages of...

Annual exercise: Taiwan kicks off military drills in face of China threat

Taiwan began its annual military drills on Wednesday with troops joined by the largest-ever mobilisation of reservists for 10 days of training aimed at defending against a Chinese invasion. The "Han Kuang" exercises, which are being held at the...