Taiwan
Taiwan travel and tourism information & guide on vacation spots and destinations in Taiwan.
You Don't Like Green Eggs and Ham? How About Green Ham and Eggs?
Scientists in Taiwan say they have genetically created three green pigs that glow in the dark when you shine a black light on them.
Beijing and Taipei Ignore Politics to Sign Trade Deal
Direct flights and shipping deals signal move to end six decades of hostilities
China and Taiwan Sign Landmark Deal
Deal allows shipping links and expanding direct flights across the Formosa strait after 60 years of hostility
Security Tight As Chinese Negotiator Visits Taiwan to Cement Closer Ties
Warm official welcome for Chinese envoy to Taipei, but police prepare for popular protests
Taiwanese Protesters Attack Chinese Envoy
Tensions over Taipei's thawing relationship with the mainland led to an attack on a Chinese official today, with anti-Beijing protesters shoving him to the ground as he toured a temple
US-Taiwan Arms Plan Highlights Tensions With China
Spokesman for China's foreign ministry said the US move would cast a shadow over bilateral relations
China Resumes Direct Flights to Taiwan After 60 Years
Flights signal thaw in relations as 1 million Chinese a year expected to make trip
China and Taiwan Begin Direct Flights
Thawing of relations under new president in Taipei brings agreement for regular air links - the first since 1949
New Taiwanese President Reaches Out to China
Taiwan's president called for a new era of cooperation with the Chinese mainland today in an inaugural speech that could set the stage for an easing of the hostilities that have plagued cross-Straits relations for almost 50 years
Taiwanese Ministers Quit Over Missing Millions
The foreign minister and vice-premier of Taiwan's outgoing government have resigned over the disappearance of £15m intended to woo Papua New Guinea as a key diplomatic ally
Hu Jintao Meets Taiwan's Leader
Private meeting with Vincent Siew is believed to be highest-level contact between the two sides since 1949
Taiwan Plots Conciliatory Path on China After Ma's Election Victory
Taiwan's Nationalist president-elect has vowed to ensure his country is a 'peacemaker'
Taiwan Ballot Boosts Links With Mainland
Tension between Taiwan and mainland China looks set to ease with a Nationalist party victory in the island's presidential election
Pro-China Candidate Wins Taiwan Election
Nationalist candidate promises to prioritize improved business ties with the mainland
Taiwan Squeezed As Us and China Negotiate
World briefing: As the US increasingly looks to China for help over tackling problem issues such as Iran, Burma and Darfur, concern is growing in Taiwan that the island's sole international protector may be dropping its guard
Taiwan - Fascinating Facts
Do you like Taiwan? How much do you know about Taiwan? Who is Ang Lee? "Taiwan-Fascinating Facts" speaks about Taiwan, one of the most industrialized countries in Asia.
How is Imperial Formosa Oolong Different from Other Teas?
Oolong teas originated, like most other teas, in China many years ago. Formosa oolongs, however are different than these traditional Chinese oolong teas. Formosa oolong teas are produced in Taiwan. They are referred to as Formosa oolong teas because Formosa was the original name for Taiwan.
Taiwan Loses Costa Rica's Backing to China
China nudged closer to victory in its 58-year diplomatic arm wrestle with Taiwan today, as it emerged that Costa Rica has switched allegiance from Taipei to Beijing.
Motorway Shut to Let Butterflies Swarm Past
Taiwan will close a busy motorway section this week to allow butterflies to flutter by.
World Cup Out of Tune With Taiwan Sovereignty
Digger: The Cricket World Cup is fast becoming a geopolitical battleground, with Taiwan's independence from China a possible casualty.
Chinese Parliament Opens With Taiwan Warning
China's premier, Wen Jiabao, opened the annual session of the country's parliament today with a stern warning to Taiwan against moves towards independence.
The Taiwanese President Survived With Just One Mp's Support
The Taiwanese president survived with just one MP's support and his weakness could make him dangerous, writes Jonathan Watts.
Taiwan's Premier Faces Corruption Case
The president of Taiwan, Chen Shui-bian, today came under intense pressure to resign after prosecutors said they had enough evidence to indict him on corruption charges.
Newest Volvo Car Designers from Taiwan
The Volvo Car Corporation of Sweden sent out some major designers like Steve Harper to Taiwan to enlist some of the country’s local car-designers. The Ford Group decided to recruit some Taiwanese car designers for the Great China Car Market.
The Battle of Taiwan Straits
Its a near run thing, when China nearly defeats America at sea!
Expand Your Global Horizons: Travel to Taiwan
A gem in the China Seas, Taiwan embodies a unique entangling of ancient and modern, East and West. From the bustling commercial center of the capital city, Taipei, to the cascading volcanic mountains of Yushan National Park, Taiwan offers the world traveler an unmatched experience. It is no coincidence that Portuguese explorers named this island 'Ilha Formosa', or the beautiful island.
China Praises Lee Despite Mountain Ban
China celebrated Taiwanese director Ang Lee's Oscar triumph today, even though his gay cowboy romance, Brokeback Mountain, is banned in the country.
Chen Enrages Beijing By Axing Unification Council
Taiwan's president, Chen Shui-bian, headed for fresh confrontation with Beijing yesterday by ...
Taiwan Talks Are Not Business As Usual
The British government is mostly ignoring Ma Ying-jeou's visit to London.
Japan's Leprosy Prisoners 'to Be Compensated'
· Taiwanese and South Korean patients affected · Government to act after conflicting court rulings
Us on Attack Over Taiwan's Defence
Concerned by China's rapid military buildup but anxious for closer strategic ties with Beijing, the Bush administration is insisting that Taiwan - the most likely future military flashpoint between the two countries - does more to defend itself or face reduced US support.
China and Russia Flex Their Muscles As They Join Forces to Play the War Game
When Taiwanese military forces launched a combined operations exercise off Tsoying in the Taiwan Strait last week, it was not hard to guess who the "enemy" was. Simon Tisdall
Taiwan Issues Invitation to Chinese President
China and Taiwan today inched towards reconciliation when the Taiwanese president invited his Chinese counterpart to visit the country and Beijing offered a gift of two pandas.
Taiwan's Prizefighters Slug It Out As China Raises the Stakes
World Briefing: Simon Tisdall in Taipei: Elegant palm trees, gravel paths and carefully clipped hedges lend an air of serenity to the cloistered courtyard of the Legislative Yuan, Taiwan's parliament. But this tranquil scene contrasts with the furious tumult within.
Writing is on the Wall for Wary Taiwan
Simon Tisdall: China's military spending is increasing by double digits each year.
Taiwan Marches for Freedom From China
Hundreds of thousands of protesters, young and old, took to the streets of Taiwan yesterday to march against a new Chinese law authorising the use of military force to prevent the island from declaring independence.
EU Ready to Put China Arms Issue on Hold
EU leaders seemed ready to postpone lifting the arms embargo on China last night, responding to Beijing's adoption of a secession law designed to prevent Taiwan's moving to independence.
Beijing's Recurring Headache
China's pledge to hang on to Taiwan by force if necessary is just the latest symptom of the widening gulf between the two, writes Jonathan Watts in Beijing.
Reassurance Across the Straits
Isabel Hilton: There are other ways for Beijing to achieve reunification with Taiwan than issuing military threats.
Taiwanese to Rally Against Chinese Law
China's legislature adopted a tough law authorising the use of military force against Taiwan yesterday, prompting a furious reaction in Taipei and concern among neighbouring countries. The contents of the law were largely a re-hash of past politburo statements.
China's Barrier to Independence Infuriates Taiwan
Protesters fear Beijing may use anti-secession law to justify military action.
Beijing's Boost to Military Spending Heightens Us Fear of Attack on Taiwan
China will spend an extra 12.6 % on its armed forces this year, the government announced yesterday, adding to Washington's fear that the balance of power in the Taiwan Strait is tilting towards Beijing.
Taiwan Flight Opens New Era for China
Airliners link divided cities 50 years after civil war. A mainland Chinese airliner will touch down in Taiwan today for the first time since the two sides were split by civil war more than 50 years ago.
Beijing Plans Road Link Across Taiwan Strait
Leaders want rival capital included in motorway network.
Taiwanese President Tries to Restart Peace Talks
In his most conciliatory speech since taking office in 2000, the independence-minded leader said he was ready to resume negotiations after a five-year gap, on the basis of a previous agreement he had earlier rejected. The National Day address, which also included praise for China's...
Will Taiwan Be a Pawn for the Superpowers?
Taiwan's independence-minded president, Chen Shui-bian, is promising that his National Day address on Sunday will soothe tensions with China that have ratcheted up dangerously in recent months. But conciliatory words from President Chen, or even an attempt to revive a bilateral dialogue...
Chinese Reformers Hopeful As Hardline Army Chief 'prepares to Resign'
Jiang Zemin, the conservative chief of the People's Liberation Army, may announce his resignation within weeks, raising hopes for democratic reform in China and an easing of tensions over Taiwan and Hong Kong. Senior Chinese academics said Jiang - a former president seen as the main...
Taiwan Poll Row Sparks Violence
The protests over Taiwan's disputed presidential election turned violent as American forensics expert failed to rule out the possibility that the president had staged his own shooting.
Asia Request to Nullify Taiwan Poll
Taiwan's police chief offered to resign yesterday over the unsolved shooting of the president, Chen Shui-bian, which opposition politicians claim was staged to win votes in last month's election.
Taiwanese Election Row Grows
Taiwan's police chief offered to resign yesterday over the unsolved shooting of the president, Chen Shui-bian, which opposition politicians claim was staged to win votes in last month's election.
Election Victory That Makes China Nervous
The possibility of war still casts a shadow over the Taiwan Strait. The Spanish elections were not the only recent vote influenced at the last minute by an unexpected act of violence.
Taiwan Poll Recount Agreed
Taiwan's president, Chen Shui-bian, agreed yesterday to a recount of votes cast in Saturday's controversial election.
Taiwan Voters Demand Proof of Shooting
Pro-independence president allegedly staged pre-election attack to win sympathy.
Shot Leader Wins Taiwan Election
A day after he survived an apparent attempt on his life, the assassin's bullet appeared to have given Taiwan's President Chen Shui-bian the narrowest of re-election victories yesterday as he squeaked back into power with a majority of just 0.2 per cent.
Taiwan President Shot in Election Attack
Chen and running-mate wounded by would-be assassins on eve of vote that has angered Chinese mainland.
Taiwan Provokes China With Missile Referendum
Beijing warns beleaguered president's election tactics could spark war.
Taiwan Aims High to Build World's Tallest Tower
They don't come any bigger or stronger than Taipei 101 - the world's tallest building, which is reportedly being built to such strict structural standards that it may even be able to withstand a 9/11-like strike by a jumbo jet. Engineers in Taipei are putting the finishing touches to the...
Taiwan Bans The Selling Of Dog Meat
In mid-December the Taiwan Legislative Yuan passed new rules under Taiwan's Animal Protection Law to ban the selling of dogs and other companion animals as food.
Will Taiwan's Modern Hero Turn Away the Missiles?
The island is split over its quest for independence from China. Outside the old fort in Tainan, Taiwan's second city, a group of statues shows Koxinga, the 17th-century Chinese adventurer who ousted the Dutch from the island, accepting the surrender of their commander.
Taiwan Sars Case Brings New Jitters
Taiwan suffered flashbacks of face masks and public panic yesterday as the island reported its first confirmed case of Sars since the summer. A medical researcher tested positive after working on the virus without following safety procedures, such as wearing gloves and a medical gown...
New Best Friends
Friendly relations with China have become too important for the US to risk offending it over Taiwan, writes Jonathan Watts.
East Asian Press Review
The Chinese state news agency, Xinhua, was delighted to be able to report yesterday that "the US opposes the efforts made by the leader of Taiwan to seek independence."
Taiwan's President Steps Up Tension With Beijing
President Chen Shui-bian of Taiwan announced the island's first referendum yesterday in a move likely to infuriate Beijing and suck the United States into the growing dispute with the Chinese mainland. The call for a national vote on missile deployment appeared timed to overshadow the...
Diplomacy for Sale
December 1: The Pacific island of Kiribati has pitted China and Taiwan against one another in an attempt to get the highest price for diplomatic recognition, writes David Fickling.
China Ratchets Up Threats Before Taiwan's Elections
China warned Taiwan yesterday that it was prepared to use force to halt the island's march towards independence as relations between the two plunged to the most dangerous level in almost 10 years. Beijing's strongest threat of war for several years came amid a promise by Taiwan's...
Old Guard Join Fray in Taiwan Identity Crisis
The descendants of the late Chinese nationalist leader Chiang Kai-shek joined elderly veterans of the civil war yesterday in a protest against moves to change the official name of Taiwan.
On-Line Pet Auctions Draw Protests
A Taiwanese animal protection group has called on all pet lovers to file complaints about Yahoo!Kimo’s decision to allow live animals to be auctioned through the site via email, and to boycott all of the site’s services.
Fears for Taiwan As Sars Drops in Beijing
The east Asian Sars outbreak, which Chinese officials said showed signs of declining in Beijing, today appeared to be accelerating in Taiwan with the single largest daily increase in cases on the island. It reported 18 new Sars cases, the most since the virus first struck there two months...
First Taiwanese Flight to China
A Taiwanese airliner yesterday landed on mainland Chinese soil for the first time since China was split into two unequal parts by civil war more than 50 years ago. The Boeing 747-400 of Taiwan's China Airlines flew to Shanghai via Hong Kong and returned to Taipei the same way after...
Even if the missiles don't get them, the money might
As China booms, Taiwan faces a historic choice. It should be a simple thing, coming home from abroad for the most important holiday of the year; no more than a matter of booking early to make sure of your plane seat.
Independence call by Taiwan risks war, warns China
Taiwan's president Chen Shui-bian brought down the wrath of Beijing yesterday, after a speech declaring virtual independence which dangerously tweaked the tail of the mainland tiger.
Crash Plane Broke Up in Mid-air
The ageing China Airlines plane which crashed in the Taiwan Strait with the loss of all on board disintegrated in mid-air so suddenly that there was no time for a distress signal, investigators said yesterday. Taiwan's military radar provided a clear picture of the Boeing 747-200 breaking...
Beijing helpless as fans scream for Asia's Fab Four
CHINA has banned a hugely successful Taiwanese teen soap opera, which conservative officials say threatens to corrupt its impressionable youth, amid mass hysteria reminiscent of Beatlemania.
225 Dead in Mystery Taiwan Crash
An elderly China Airlines jet crashed in the Taiwan Straits yesterday with the probable loss of all 225 people on board
Relations Between the Us and China
Relations between the US and China have never been easy. US support for Taiwan and the war on terrorism are threatening the balance further, writes John Gittings.
'This rubbish lorry is teaching you English'
It's unlikely to appear in textbooks on teaching English as a foreign language but one Taiwanese city has found a novel way of making its citizens practise English in their everyday lives.
Rubbish Lorries Broadcast in English
A Taiwanese city has found a novel way of making its citizens practice English in their everyday lives.
Plans Unveiled in China for Taiwan Tunnel
Academics have put forward detailed plans for an underwater tunnel to join Taiwan with mainland China, even though reunification is a remote prospect. The shortest proposed route would come to 78 miles - more than twice the length of the Channel tunnel, which provided the inspiration for...
Bush Tells China That He Will Defend Taiwan
President Bush preached fervently to the Chinese yesterday on Taiwan's future and on the need for freedom of religion - but the official media ignored his remarks. Questioned by students at Beijing's Qinghua university, Mr Bush spelt out for the first time in China a commitment to...
Deal allows shipping links and expanding direct flights across the Formosa strait after 60 years of hostility
Security Tight As Chinese Negotiator Visits Taiwan to Cement Closer Ties
Warm official welcome for Chinese envoy to Taipei, but police prepare for popular protests
Taiwanese Protesters Attack Chinese Envoy
Tensions over Taipei's thawing relationship with the mainland led to an attack on a Chinese official today, with anti-Beijing protesters shoving him to the ground as he toured a temple
US-Taiwan Arms Plan Highlights Tensions With China
Spokesman for China's foreign ministry said the US move would cast a shadow over bilateral relations
China Resumes Direct Flights to Taiwan After 60 Years
Flights signal thaw in relations as 1 million Chinese a year expected to make trip
China and Taiwan Begin Direct Flights
Thawing of relations under new president in Taipei brings agreement for regular air links - the first since 1949
New Taiwanese President Reaches Out to China
Taiwan's president called for a new era of cooperation with the Chinese mainland today in an inaugural speech that could set the stage for an easing of the hostilities that have plagued cross-Straits relations for almost 50 years
Taiwanese Ministers Quit Over Missing Millions
The foreign minister and vice-premier of Taiwan's outgoing government have resigned over the disappearance of £15m intended to woo Papua New Guinea as a key diplomatic ally
Hu Jintao Meets Taiwan's Leader
Private meeting with Vincent Siew is believed to be highest-level contact between the two sides since 1949
Taiwan Plots Conciliatory Path on China After Ma's Election Victory
Taiwan's Nationalist president-elect has vowed to ensure his country is a 'peacemaker'
Taiwan Ballot Boosts Links With Mainland
Tension between Taiwan and mainland China looks set to ease with a Nationalist party victory in the island's presidential election
Pro-China Candidate Wins Taiwan Election
Nationalist candidate promises to prioritize improved business ties with the mainland
Taiwan Squeezed As Us and China Negotiate
World briefing: As the US increasingly looks to China for help over tackling problem issues such as Iran, Burma and Darfur, concern is growing in Taiwan that the island's sole international protector may be dropping its guard
Taiwan - Fascinating Facts
Do you like Taiwan? How much do you know about Taiwan? Who is Ang Lee? "Taiwan-Fascinating Facts" speaks about Taiwan, one of the most industrialized countries in Asia.
How is Imperial Formosa Oolong Different from Other Teas?
Oolong teas originated, like most other teas, in China many years ago. Formosa oolongs, however are different than these traditional Chinese oolong teas. Formosa oolong teas are produced in Taiwan. They are referred to as Formosa oolong teas because Formosa was the original name for Taiwan.
Taiwan Loses Costa Rica's Backing to China
China nudged closer to victory in its 58-year diplomatic arm wrestle with Taiwan today, as it emerged that Costa Rica has switched allegiance from Taipei to Beijing.
Motorway Shut to Let Butterflies Swarm Past
Taiwan will close a busy motorway section this week to allow butterflies to flutter by.
World Cup Out of Tune With Taiwan Sovereignty
Digger: The Cricket World Cup is fast becoming a geopolitical battleground, with Taiwan's independence from China a possible casualty.
Chinese Parliament Opens With Taiwan Warning
China's premier, Wen Jiabao, opened the annual session of the country's parliament today with a stern warning to Taiwan against moves towards independence.
The Taiwanese President Survived With Just One Mp's Support
The Taiwanese president survived with just one MP's support and his weakness could make him dangerous, writes Jonathan Watts.
Taiwan's Premier Faces Corruption Case
The president of Taiwan, Chen Shui-bian, today came under intense pressure to resign after prosecutors said they had enough evidence to indict him on corruption charges.
Newest Volvo Car Designers from Taiwan
The Volvo Car Corporation of Sweden sent out some major designers like Steve Harper to Taiwan to enlist some of the country’s local car-designers. The Ford Group decided to recruit some Taiwanese car designers for the Great China Car Market.
The Battle of Taiwan Straits
Its a near run thing, when China nearly defeats America at sea!
Expand Your Global Horizons: Travel to Taiwan
A gem in the China Seas, Taiwan embodies a unique entangling of ancient and modern, East and West. From the bustling commercial center of the capital city, Taipei, to the cascading volcanic mountains of Yushan National Park, Taiwan offers the world traveler an unmatched experience. It is no coincidence that Portuguese explorers named this island 'Ilha Formosa', or the beautiful island.
China Praises Lee Despite Mountain Ban
China celebrated Taiwanese director Ang Lee's Oscar triumph today, even though his gay cowboy romance, Brokeback Mountain, is banned in the country.
Chen Enrages Beijing By Axing Unification Council
Taiwan's president, Chen Shui-bian, headed for fresh confrontation with Beijing yesterday by ...
Taiwan Talks Are Not Business As Usual
The British government is mostly ignoring Ma Ying-jeou's visit to London.
Japan's Leprosy Prisoners 'to Be Compensated'
· Taiwanese and South Korean patients affected · Government to act after conflicting court rulings
Us on Attack Over Taiwan's Defence
Concerned by China's rapid military buildup but anxious for closer strategic ties with Beijing, the Bush administration is insisting that Taiwan - the most likely future military flashpoint between the two countries - does more to defend itself or face reduced US support.
China and Russia Flex Their Muscles As They Join Forces to Play the War Game
When Taiwanese military forces launched a combined operations exercise off Tsoying in the Taiwan Strait last week, it was not hard to guess who the "enemy" was. Simon Tisdall
Taiwan Issues Invitation to Chinese President
China and Taiwan today inched towards reconciliation when the Taiwanese president invited his Chinese counterpart to visit the country and Beijing offered a gift of two pandas.
Taiwan's Prizefighters Slug It Out As China Raises the Stakes
World Briefing: Simon Tisdall in Taipei: Elegant palm trees, gravel paths and carefully clipped hedges lend an air of serenity to the cloistered courtyard of the Legislative Yuan, Taiwan's parliament. But this tranquil scene contrasts with the furious tumult within.
Writing is on the Wall for Wary Taiwan
Simon Tisdall: China's military spending is increasing by double digits each year.
Taiwan Marches for Freedom From China
Hundreds of thousands of protesters, young and old, took to the streets of Taiwan yesterday to march against a new Chinese law authorising the use of military force to prevent the island from declaring independence.
EU Ready to Put China Arms Issue on Hold
EU leaders seemed ready to postpone lifting the arms embargo on China last night, responding to Beijing's adoption of a secession law designed to prevent Taiwan's moving to independence.
Beijing's Recurring Headache
China's pledge to hang on to Taiwan by force if necessary is just the latest symptom of the widening gulf between the two, writes Jonathan Watts in Beijing.
Reassurance Across the Straits
Isabel Hilton: There are other ways for Beijing to achieve reunification with Taiwan than issuing military threats.
Taiwanese to Rally Against Chinese Law
China's legislature adopted a tough law authorising the use of military force against Taiwan yesterday, prompting a furious reaction in Taipei and concern among neighbouring countries. The contents of the law were largely a re-hash of past politburo statements.
China's Barrier to Independence Infuriates Taiwan
Protesters fear Beijing may use anti-secession law to justify military action.
Beijing's Boost to Military Spending Heightens Us Fear of Attack on Taiwan
China will spend an extra 12.6 % on its armed forces this year, the government announced yesterday, adding to Washington's fear that the balance of power in the Taiwan Strait is tilting towards Beijing.
Taiwan Flight Opens New Era for China
Airliners link divided cities 50 years after civil war. A mainland Chinese airliner will touch down in Taiwan today for the first time since the two sides were split by civil war more than 50 years ago.
Beijing Plans Road Link Across Taiwan Strait
Leaders want rival capital included in motorway network.
Taiwanese President Tries to Restart Peace Talks
In his most conciliatory speech since taking office in 2000, the independence-minded leader said he was ready to resume negotiations after a five-year gap, on the basis of a previous agreement he had earlier rejected. The National Day address, which also included praise for China's...
Will Taiwan Be a Pawn for the Superpowers?
Taiwan's independence-minded president, Chen Shui-bian, is promising that his National Day address on Sunday will soothe tensions with China that have ratcheted up dangerously in recent months. But conciliatory words from President Chen, or even an attempt to revive a bilateral dialogue...
Chinese Reformers Hopeful As Hardline Army Chief 'prepares to Resign'
Jiang Zemin, the conservative chief of the People's Liberation Army, may announce his resignation within weeks, raising hopes for democratic reform in China and an easing of tensions over Taiwan and Hong Kong. Senior Chinese academics said Jiang - a former president seen as the main...
Taiwan Poll Row Sparks Violence
The protests over Taiwan's disputed presidential election turned violent as American forensics expert failed to rule out the possibility that the president had staged his own shooting.
Asia Request to Nullify Taiwan Poll
Taiwan's police chief offered to resign yesterday over the unsolved shooting of the president, Chen Shui-bian, which opposition politicians claim was staged to win votes in last month's election.
Taiwanese Election Row Grows
Taiwan's police chief offered to resign yesterday over the unsolved shooting of the president, Chen Shui-bian, which opposition politicians claim was staged to win votes in last month's election.
Election Victory That Makes China Nervous
The possibility of war still casts a shadow over the Taiwan Strait. The Spanish elections were not the only recent vote influenced at the last minute by an unexpected act of violence.
Taiwan Poll Recount Agreed
Taiwan's president, Chen Shui-bian, agreed yesterday to a recount of votes cast in Saturday's controversial election.
Taiwan Voters Demand Proof of Shooting
Pro-independence president allegedly staged pre-election attack to win sympathy.
Shot Leader Wins Taiwan Election
A day after he survived an apparent attempt on his life, the assassin's bullet appeared to have given Taiwan's President Chen Shui-bian the narrowest of re-election victories yesterday as he squeaked back into power with a majority of just 0.2 per cent.
Taiwan President Shot in Election Attack
Chen and running-mate wounded by would-be assassins on eve of vote that has angered Chinese mainland.
Taiwan Provokes China With Missile Referendum
Beijing warns beleaguered president's election tactics could spark war.
Taiwan Aims High to Build World's Tallest Tower
They don't come any bigger or stronger than Taipei 101 - the world's tallest building, which is reportedly being built to such strict structural standards that it may even be able to withstand a 9/11-like strike by a jumbo jet. Engineers in Taipei are putting the finishing touches to the...
Taiwan Bans The Selling Of Dog Meat
In mid-December the Taiwan Legislative Yuan passed new rules under Taiwan's Animal Protection Law to ban the selling of dogs and other companion animals as food.
Will Taiwan's Modern Hero Turn Away the Missiles?
The island is split over its quest for independence from China. Outside the old fort in Tainan, Taiwan's second city, a group of statues shows Koxinga, the 17th-century Chinese adventurer who ousted the Dutch from the island, accepting the surrender of their commander.
Taiwan Sars Case Brings New Jitters
Taiwan suffered flashbacks of face masks and public panic yesterday as the island reported its first confirmed case of Sars since the summer. A medical researcher tested positive after working on the virus without following safety procedures, such as wearing gloves and a medical gown...
New Best Friends
Friendly relations with China have become too important for the US to risk offending it over Taiwan, writes Jonathan Watts.
East Asian Press Review
The Chinese state news agency, Xinhua, was delighted to be able to report yesterday that "the US opposes the efforts made by the leader of Taiwan to seek independence."
Taiwan's President Steps Up Tension With Beijing
President Chen Shui-bian of Taiwan announced the island's first referendum yesterday in a move likely to infuriate Beijing and suck the United States into the growing dispute with the Chinese mainland. The call for a national vote on missile deployment appeared timed to overshadow the...
Diplomacy for Sale
December 1: The Pacific island of Kiribati has pitted China and Taiwan against one another in an attempt to get the highest price for diplomatic recognition, writes David Fickling.
China Ratchets Up Threats Before Taiwan's Elections
China warned Taiwan yesterday that it was prepared to use force to halt the island's march towards independence as relations between the two plunged to the most dangerous level in almost 10 years. Beijing's strongest threat of war for several years came amid a promise by Taiwan's...
Old Guard Join Fray in Taiwan Identity Crisis
The descendants of the late Chinese nationalist leader Chiang Kai-shek joined elderly veterans of the civil war yesterday in a protest against moves to change the official name of Taiwan.
On-Line Pet Auctions Draw Protests
A Taiwanese animal protection group has called on all pet lovers to file complaints about Yahoo!Kimo’s decision to allow live animals to be auctioned through the site via email, and to boycott all of the site’s services.
Fears for Taiwan As Sars Drops in Beijing
The east Asian Sars outbreak, which Chinese officials said showed signs of declining in Beijing, today appeared to be accelerating in Taiwan with the single largest daily increase in cases on the island. It reported 18 new Sars cases, the most since the virus first struck there two months...
First Taiwanese Flight to China
A Taiwanese airliner yesterday landed on mainland Chinese soil for the first time since China was split into two unequal parts by civil war more than 50 years ago. The Boeing 747-400 of Taiwan's China Airlines flew to Shanghai via Hong Kong and returned to Taipei the same way after...
Even if the missiles don't get them, the money might
As China booms, Taiwan faces a historic choice. It should be a simple thing, coming home from abroad for the most important holiday of the year; no more than a matter of booking early to make sure of your plane seat.
Independence call by Taiwan risks war, warns China
Taiwan's president Chen Shui-bian brought down the wrath of Beijing yesterday, after a speech declaring virtual independence which dangerously tweaked the tail of the mainland tiger.
Crash Plane Broke Up in Mid-air
The ageing China Airlines plane which crashed in the Taiwan Strait with the loss of all on board disintegrated in mid-air so suddenly that there was no time for a distress signal, investigators said yesterday. Taiwan's military radar provided a clear picture of the Boeing 747-200 breaking...
Beijing helpless as fans scream for Asia's Fab Four
CHINA has banned a hugely successful Taiwanese teen soap opera, which conservative officials say threatens to corrupt its impressionable youth, amid mass hysteria reminiscent of Beatlemania.
225 Dead in Mystery Taiwan Crash
An elderly China Airlines jet crashed in the Taiwan Straits yesterday with the probable loss of all 225 people on board
Relations Between the Us and China
Relations between the US and China have never been easy. US support for Taiwan and the war on terrorism are threatening the balance further, writes John Gittings.
'This rubbish lorry is teaching you English'
It's unlikely to appear in textbooks on teaching English as a foreign language but one Taiwanese city has found a novel way of making its citizens practise English in their everyday lives.
Rubbish Lorries Broadcast in English
A Taiwanese city has found a novel way of making its citizens practice English in their everyday lives.
Plans Unveiled in China for Taiwan Tunnel
Academics have put forward detailed plans for an underwater tunnel to join Taiwan with mainland China, even though reunification is a remote prospect. The shortest proposed route would come to 78 miles - more than twice the length of the Channel tunnel, which provided the inspiration for...
Bush Tells China That He Will Defend Taiwan
President Bush preached fervently to the Chinese yesterday on Taiwan's future and on the need for freedom of religion - but the official media ignored his remarks. Questioned by students at Beijing's Qinghua university, Mr Bush spelt out for the first time in China a commitment to...