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Taiwan factory fire leaves at least five dead, more than 100 injured

The fire began on Friday night at the factory in Pingtung County and raged overnight. Three firefighters were among the dead, authorities said.

published on : 23rd September 2023
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China flies 103 military planes toward Taiwan, island calls it 'harassment'

China last week sent a flotilla of ships including the aircraft carrier Shandong into waters near Taiwan.

published on : 18th September 2023
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Taiwan detects 28 Chinese warplanes around island

Taiwan's defence ministry said 68 Chinese aircraft and 10 naval vessels were detected around the island between Wednesday morning and Thursday morning.

published on : 17th September 2023
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Taiwan says 68 Chinese warplanes, 10 vessels detected near island

Japan's defence ministry also said Wednesday its navy had detected six ships -- including frigates, destroyers, one fast combat support ship and the Shandong -- sailing through waters.

published on : 14th September 2023
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Adani forms joint venture for marketing of green hydrogen in Japan

Hydrogen is a clean energy source. It is mainly used in the refining and chemical sectors and produced using fossil fuels such as coal and natural gas.

published on : 14th September 2023
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'We must unite against China's expansionism by including Taiwan in the UN'

China’s frequent use of military and economic tactics to intimidate Taiwan and other neighbouring countries has posed a formidable threat and challenge to security in the Indo-Pacific and the world.

published on : 11th September 2023
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Foxconn-STMicro to set up chip unit

Reports stated that by partnering with STMicro, contract manufacturer Foxconn is tapping the expertise of a chip industry pioneer to expand in the lucrative but difficult semiconductor business.

published on : 8th September 2023
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Taiwan suspends work, transport and classes as Typhoon Haikui slams into the island

Haikui's arrival came as Typhoon Saola continued to weaken while swirling along the Chinese coast, where 900,000 people and 80,000 fishing vessels had been moved to safety.

published on : 3rd September 2023
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Taiwan suspends work, transport and classes as island braces for arrival of Typhoon Haikui

The storm had maximum sustained winds of 137 kph, with gusts up to 173 kph, according to the island’s meteorological bureau.

published on : 3rd September 2023
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Support for India grows as five Asian nations debunk new China Standard Map

However, a growing number of Chinese vessels have sailed within what is referred to as the nine-dash line, and sometimes beyond the boundaries in last few years.

published on : 2nd September 2023
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US lawmaker promises 'resolute reaction' if Taiwan attacked

Wittman, a Republican, is vice chair of the House Armed Services Committee, which oversees funding for the US military and is leading a delegation on a three-day visit to Taiwan.

published on : 1st September 2023
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China objects to ex-Indian service chiefs attending security conference in Taiwan

China, which considers self-ruled Taiwan as part of its mainland, routinely objects to any high-level visits to Taipei, saying that it is a violation of the one-China principle.

published on : 1st September 2023
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UK Parliament addresses Taiwan as independent country as their Foreign Secretary visits Beijing

Britain’s top diplomat, James Cleverly, began the long-awaited visit to China on Wednesday as the two countries attempt to stabilize their ties that have frayed badly in recent years.

published on : 30th August 2023
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'Relationship with India 'critical' in dealing with China, Russia: US Congressman Ro Khanna

Khanna said he did not agree with Vivek Ramaswamy who said on Tuesday that he would wish India to close Malacca Strait in the case of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan.

published on : 30th August 2023
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Foxconn billionaire Gou announces Taiwan presidential bid

He has long had presidential aspirations. He ran in the 2019 election but lost as Tsai Ing-wen of the Democratic Progressive Party easily won re-election.

published on : 28th August 2023
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Taiwan to 'loosen restrictions' on Chinese tourists  

Beijing suspended individual tourism permits to Taiwan in 2019 in a sign of worsening relations under Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen, who refuses to accept China's claim over the self-ruled island.

published on : 24th August 2023
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Taiwan's election not for 'bully next door' China to decide: FM

Taiwan deployed aircraft and vessels and activated land-based missile systems in response to the drills and was closely monitoring the situation, the ministry said.

published on : 19th August 2023
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China launches military drills around Taiwan as a 'warning' after Taipei's V-P visited the US

State media CCTV reported that missile-equipped boats and fighter jets were involved in the operation and that units worked together to simulate the surrounding of Taiwan.

published on : 19th August 2023
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China vows 'forceful' response over Taiwan VP's US visit

Taiwan is claimed by China, which has vowed to take the democratic island one day -- by force, if necessary -- and ramped up political and military pressure against it.

published on : 13th August 2023
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Taiwan amends laws on sexual harassment after recent #MeToo wave

Taiwan's #MeToo movement was reignited in May when a young woman who worked for the ruling Democratic Progressive Party accused film director Hsueh Chao-hui of groping her and making sexual advances.

published on : 1st August 2023
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