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Why Taiwan remains the biggest flashpoint in US-China relations

During their discussions, President Trump and Xi Jinping placed Taiwan at the forefront of their diplomatic agenda. Trump perceives arms sales to Taiwan as a way to gain leverage, whereas Taiwan insists on its importance for regional harmony. Given its strategic significance in the technology sector, especially in chip manufacturing,…

The Times of India · May 20

Taiwanese president forced to cancel visit to African ally after ‘pressure campaign’ from China

Lai Ching-te was set to fly through the airspace of Seychelles, Mauritius and Madagascar to visit Taiwan’s only diplomatic ally in Africa

The Independent UK · Apr 22

China to resume flights, ease trade curbs with Taiwan amid outreach push

China is set to resume direct flights to more Taiwanese cities. Imports of Taiwanese aquaculture products will also restart. These moves follow talks between Chinese and Taiwanese leaders. Beijing aims to establish a communication mechanism with Taiwan's Kuomintang party. Trade restrictions are being eased. Infrastructure proposals are also being advanced.

The Times of India · Apr 12

China’s WWII anniversary parade rekindles cross-strait battle over war narrative − and fears in Taiwan of future conflict

World War II casts a very long shadow in East Asia. Eighty years after ending with Japan’s surrender to Allied forces on Sept. 2, 1945, the conflict continues to stir debate over the past, in the context of today’s geopolitical tensions.

The Conversation · Sep 2, 2025

China's Rulers Push Party Role Before WWII Anniversary

An elderly Chinese war veteran's shin still bears the mark of a bullet wound he suffered when fighting the Japanese as a teenager, a year before the end of World War II. Eighty years on, Li Jinshui's scar remains as testimony to the bravery of Chinese troops in a conflict…

International Business Times · Aug 27, 2025

Who are the key players in Taiwan’s ‘great recall’ vote?

Votes favouring recall could shift balance of power in the parliament in favour of Taiwanese president Lai Ching-te

The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2025

Taiwan voters reject attempt to recall opposition lawmakers

Vote deals a blow to President Lai Ching-te’s party and its hopes for taking control of parliament.

Al Jazeera · Jul 26, 2025

Explained: Taiwan’s biggest-ever recall vote and how it could shift power

Civic groups seek to unseat 24 Kuomintang legislators as Beijing voices support for opposition

The Independent UK · Jul 23, 2025

Total recall? Campaigners employ quirk of Taiwan’s political system to turn on ‘pro-China’ candidates

Activists across Taiwan are pushing for the expulsion of dozens of ‘pro-Beijing’ legislators, leading to uproar

The Guardian - AU · Jul 23, 2025

Taiwan faces similar threat to Europe in 1930s, president says

Lai Ching-te says ‘message of history is clear’ as Taiwan for first time commemorates end of second world war

The Guardian - UK · May 8, 2025