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California real estate agent arrested at LA airport accused of spying for China

Wanying “Heather” Zhang, who allegedly spied on the son of Taiwanese president Lai Ching-te, was detained by the FBI just as she was about to fly

The Independent UK · 6h ago

FBI arrests woman accused of spying on Taiwanese president's family in the US for China

Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te condemned the incident and slammed China for its blatant disregard of human rights and suppression of personal freedoms, in what he labelled a “barbaric” act.

Euronews · 7h ago

FBI arrests California woman accused of spying on Taiwan president’s family for China

The FBI has arrested a California woman at Los Angeles International Airport as she was preparing to leave the United States for China, accusing her of acting as an unregistered agent for Beijing and surveilling the family of Taiwan President Lai Ching-te.

The Times of India · 9h ago

Why Taiwan remains a key issue in China-US ties | Explained

China's President Xi Jinping will urge US President Donald Trump to halt arms sales to Taiwan. Beijing views Taiwan as its territory and a core interest, rejecting outside interference. Taiwan, a democracy, rejects China's sovereignty claims and seeks global engagement. The United States officially acknowledges China's "One China" policy but…

The Economic Times · Sep 22

Trump's $14 billion 'bargaining chip': Taiwan arms sale looms over Xi summit

A proposed $14 billion US arms sale to Taiwan is emerging as one of the most sensitive issues hanging over US President Donald Trump’s meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping this week, with Beijing pressing Washington to keep the deal on hold while Taipei tries to make the case that…

The Times of India · Sep 21

Taiwan minister makes rare China visit for APEC amid tensions with Beijing

Taiwan's labour minister Hung Sun-han travelled to China on Sunday to attend an APEC human resources ministerial meeting, marking the first ministerial-level visit to the country by a member of President Lai Ching-te's administration as Beijing continues to step up military and political pressure on Taipei.

The Times of India · Sep 20

China reiterates its One China principle on Taiwan over UN resolution

Beijing reaffirmed its One-China principle following a renewed dispute over the interpretation of a UN resolution that defined lawful representation of China at the world's foremost intergovernmental body.

Euronews · Sep 9

Taiwan proposes record USD 35B defence budget for 2027 as China's military pressure grows

Taiwan plans a record defense budget to counter China's military threats. This significant increase signals intensified efforts to deter potential aggression from Beijing. The proposed budget exceeds three percent of the island's gross domestic product. Taiwan's president previously pledged to raise defense spending by 2030. This move comes as China…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

Taiwan proposes a record $35B defense budget for 2027 as China’s military pressure grows

Taiwan's government has proposes a record-high defense budget of over 1 trillion Taiwan dollars, or $35 billion, for next year

The Independent UK · Aug 20

AI server boom funds $314 universal cash payout in Taiwan — President Lai Ching-te says the payout ensures the country's AI windfall 'can be shared by all,' 11% GDP growth and $903B export surge finance $7.4B dividend

Taiwan will hand roughly $314 USD in cash to every resident next year as a boon for the island's residents generated by the AI gold rush. The 2027 central government budget sets aside $7.4 billion USD for the dividend.

Tom’s Hardware · Aug 19