Lai Ching-te

In a bold statement ahead of Taiwan’s national day, Lai Ching-te has firmly asserted that it is “absolutely impossible” for Communist China to claim Taiwan as its motherland. This declaration emphasizes Taiwan’s historical government, which predates the People’s...

Beijing's top intelligence agency has accused a group of Taiwanese hackers, allegedly backed by Taipei's defense ministry, of targeting websites in mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau, according to an article published by the Ministry of State Security on Monday. What Happened: The hacker group,...

In a recent statement, Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te warned that China’s threat to any individual country should be considered a global threat. What Happened: The statement from the president came during a conference in Taipei, Reuters reported on Tuesday. The conference aimed to...

In an unusual public acknowledgment, Taiwan’s President, Lai Ching-te, has expressed his appreciation to Micron’s CEO, Sanjay Mehrotra, for his sustained investment and trust in Taiwan. What Happened: This public recognition is a rare event, considering Taiwan is home to the world...

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te has condemned autocracy as “evil” following China‘s threats to impose the death penalty on separatists. What Happened: On Monday, President Lai Ching-te, who took office last month, responded to China’s recent threats by asserting that democracy...

Amid escalating tensions, Taiwan has slammed China for attempting to establish a “new normal” through persistent military exercises and other aggressive actions. What Happened: Taiwanese Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung stated on Thursday that China is attempting to “nibble away...

The U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee has the authority to declare war if Beijing attacks Taiwan without provocation, according to Michael McCaul, the committee chairman. What Happened: McCaul emphasized that deterrence is the most effective strategy to prevent such an outcome, South China...

Thousands of protesters are gathering in Taipei as opposition lawmakers attempt to pass controversial legislation that could curb President Lai Ching-te’s authority. What Happened: Thousands of demonstrators assembled in Taipei on Tuesday, Bloomberg reported on Tuesday. The protests erupted...

China has continued its military exercises around Taiwan for a second day, involving simulated missile strikes and fighter jets armed with live missiles, as reported by state broadcaster CCTV. Taiwan has strongly condemned these drills, which Beijing claims are a response to the inauguration of...

A furious China initiated “punishment” drills around Taiwan on Thursday. The exercises come just three days after Lai Ching-te took office as Taiwan’s new president. What Happened: The drills, involving heavily armed warplanes and mock attacks, are being conducted in the Taiwan...

Taiwan’s newly elected president Lai Ching-te urged China to cease military and political threats. What Happened: In his speech, Lai emphasized that peace is the only option and called for respect for Taiwan’s democratic choice. He reiterated the need for dialogue with China, which...

Lai Ching-te has been sworn in as the new president of Taiwan, the global semiconductor powerhouse, succeeding Tsai Ing-wen and pledging to continue the island’s policy of de facto independence while strengthening its defenses against China. What Happened: Lai, 64, was inaugurated on Monday,...

Taiwan’s Vice President-elect, Hsiao Bi-khim, underscored the importance of Taiwan’s self-strengthening, despite the continued security assistance from the US. What Happened: Hsiao, who is set to assume office with President-elect Lai Ching-te on May 20, expressed gratitude for the...

Ahead of the inauguration of President-elect Lai Ching-te, Taiwan is on high alert for possible Chinese military exercises, as reported by the island’s chief security official. What Happened: Taiwan’s National Security Bureau Director-General, Tsai Ming-yen, informed Reuters on...

Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for the mobilization of “patriots” in Taiwan and overseas to counteract the island’s pro-independence movements. What Happened: Xi Jinping, during a meeting with the Revolutionary Committee of the Chinese Kuomintang, a political group based...