Taiwan

Country Taiwan
Capital Taipei
Continent Asia
Currency New Taiwan dollar(TWD)
Languages Standard Chinese, Hokkien, Hakka, Formosan languages & Fuzhou dialect

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Introduction

In 1895, military defeat forced China to cede Taiwan to Japan. Taiwan reverted to Chinese control after World War II. Following the Communist victory on the mainland in 1949, 2 million Nationalists fled to Taiwan and established a government using the 1947 constitution drawn up for all of China. Over the next five decades, the ruling authorities gradually democratized and incorporated the local population within the governing structure. In 2000, Taiwan underwent its first peaceful transfer of power from the Nationalist to the Democratic Progressive Party. Throughout this period, the island prospered and became one of East Asia's economic "Tigers." The dominant political issues continue to be the relationship between Taiwan and China - specifically the question of Taiwan's eventual status - as well as domestic political and economic reform.

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Taiwan says it detected 11 Chinese aircraft, 7 naval vessels, 1 ship as it prepares to resist China's invasion - Mint
  1. Taiwan says it detected 11 Chinese aircraft, 7 naval vessels, 1 ship as it prepares to resist China's invasion  Mint
  2. Taiwan reports heightened Chinese incursions around its territory  Tribune India
  3. Chinese military incursions in Taiwan raises invasion concerns, Trump seeks allies' plans  CNBC TV18


Bad news for China, as Taiwan deploys powerful weapon that once caused massive loss to Russia, its name is... - India.ComBad news for China, as Taiwan deploys powerful weapon that once caused massive loss to Russia, its name is...  India.Com

US seeks clarity from allies on role in potential war over Taiwan - The Times of IndiaUS seeks clarity from allies on role in potential war over Taiwan  The Times of India

Albanese Reaffirms Taiwan Stance as He Starts China Visit - MintAlbanese Reaffirms Taiwan Stance as He Starts China Visit  Mint

War Over Taiwan Coming? Us & Allies Hold Huge Drills in Indo-Pacific, Australia Fires 1st HIMARS |4K - News18War Over Taiwan Coming? Us & Allies Hold Huge Drills in Indo-Pacific, Australia Fires 1st HIMARS |4K  News18

China flaunts ‘tank boats’ in viral video as Taiwan launches largest drill ever | Trending - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesChina flaunts ‘tank boats’ in viral video as Taiwan launches largest drill ever | Trending - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Recall Campaigns Reach Fever Pitch in Taiwan - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineRecall Campaigns Reach Fever Pitch in Taiwan  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

China This Week | Focus on China-EU summit and Taiwan’s ‘biggest-ever’ military exercises - The Indian ExpressChina This Week | Focus on China-EU summit and Taiwan’s ‘biggest-ever’ military exercises  The Indian Express

‘Impressed’ By Israel’s Iran Attack, Taiwan ‘Urgently’ Boosts Attack Capacity For China War? | 4K - News18‘Impressed’ By Israel’s Iran Attack, Taiwan ‘Urgently’ Boosts Attack Capacity For China War? | 4K  News18

BREAKING: Taiwan Battery Factory EXPLODES Into Flames |15 Injured as Blasts Trigger Massive Fireball - OneindiaBREAKING: Taiwan Battery Factory EXPLODES Into Flames |15 Injured as Blasts Trigger Massive Fireball  Oneindia

US reportedly asks Japan and Australia to clear their stance on Taiwan - WIONUS reportedly asks Japan and Australia to clear their stance on Taiwan  WION

No such thing as ‘median line of Taiwan Straits,’ Defense Ministry says in response to DPP’s hype over W121 air route - Global TimesNo such thing as ‘median line of Taiwan Straits,’ Defense Ministry says in response to DPP’s hype over W121 air route  Global Times

Taiwan’s central bank tells foreign investors to stop violating capital controls - Financial TimesTaiwan’s central bank tells foreign investors to stop violating capital controls  Financial Times

F4: Taiwan boy band of Meteor Garden fame thrills fans with surprise reunion at Mayday concert - BBCF4: Taiwan boy band of Meteor Garden fame thrills fans with surprise reunion at Mayday concert  BBC

Is a China-Taiwan War Imminent? Rising Tensions, U.S. Pressure, and Australia’s Defiance - Bharat ShaktiIs a China-Taiwan War Imminent? Rising Tensions, U.S. Pressure, and Australia’s Defiance  Bharat Shakti

Taiwan reports increased Chinese military activity around its territory - Business StandardTaiwan reports increased Chinese military activity around its territory  Business Standard

Taiwan stocks higher at close of trade; Taiwan Weighted up 0.25% - Investing.comTaiwan stocks higher at close of trade; Taiwan Weighted up 0.25%  Investing.com

Taiwan and Vietnam want to invest in India’s non-leather footwear industry: CLE - Apparel ResourcesTaiwan and Vietnam want to invest in India’s non-leather footwear industry: CLE  Apparel Resources

The Philippines is quietly working with Taiwan to counter China - The Washington PostThe Philippines is quietly working with Taiwan to counter China  The Washington Post

Taiwan's Land Sword II makes exercise debut - JanesTaiwan's Land Sword II makes exercise debut  Janes

China-Taiwan Weekly Update, July 11, 2025 - Institute for the Study of WarChina-Taiwan Weekly Update, July 11, 2025  Institute for the Study of War

Taiwan’s Skin Beauty Pal & Pers Active Lab Unveil the Future of Skincare in India - Asian Community NewsTaiwan’s Skin Beauty Pal & Pers Active Lab Unveil the Future of Skincare in India  Asian Community News

Taiwan detects 50 Chinese military aircraft around island - The HinduTaiwan detects 50 Chinese military aircraft around island  The Hindu

Peace across Taiwan Strait needed for international community: Japan’s FM - sentinelassam.comPeace across Taiwan Strait needed for international community: Japan’s FM  sentinelassam.com

Taiwan deploys advanced US rockets in closely watched part of annual drills - Al JazeeraTaiwan deploys advanced US rockets in closely watched part of annual drills  Al Jazeera

Whole-of-Society Resilience - Indo-Pacific Defense FORUMWhole-of-Society Resilience  Indo-Pacific Defense FORUM

Taiwan deploys Sky Sword II missile system to counter Chinese air, amphibious assaults - Tribune IndiaTaiwan deploys Sky Sword II missile system to counter Chinese air, amphibious assaults  Tribune India

US demands to know what allies would do in event of war over Taiwan - Financial TimesUS demands to know what allies would do in event of war over Taiwan  Financial Times

India pitches for higher Taiwanese investment in GIFT City - Tribune IndiaIndia pitches for higher Taiwanese investment in GIFT City  Tribune India

US-China war seems inevitable as Washington seeks support from these countries, countries are, India also is… - India.ComUS-China war seems inevitable as Washington seeks support from these countries, countries are, India also is…  India.Com

Taiwan shares higher at close of trade; Taiwan Weighted up 0.25% - Investing.com IndiaTaiwan shares higher at close of trade; Taiwan Weighted up 0.25%  Investing.com India

Taiwan holds huge war games to role play Chinese invasion scenarios - Al JazeeraTaiwan holds huge war games to role play Chinese invasion scenarios  Al Jazeera

US demands clarity from allies on their role in potential war over Taiwan, FT reports - ReutersUS demands clarity from allies on their role in potential war over Taiwan, FT reports  Reuters

Taiwanese businesses abandon China amid rising costs - Tribune IndiaTaiwanese businesses abandon China amid rising costs  Tribune India

17 Chinese Military Aircraft, 8 Naval Vessels Detected Around Taiwan - WION17 Chinese Military Aircraft, 8 Naval Vessels Detected Around Taiwan  WION

China increases military incursions, Taiwan responds by deploying vessels | World News - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesChina increases military incursions, Taiwan responds by deploying vessels | World News - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

US needs to prepare markets for the risk of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan - Financial TimesUS needs to prepare markets for the risk of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan  Financial Times

Taiwan is held up as a bastion of liberal values. But migrant workers report abuse, injury and death in its fishing industry - CNNTaiwan is held up as a bastion of liberal values. But migrant workers report abuse, injury and death in its fishing industry  CNN

What I saw and heard: Vatican Diplomacy and Taiwan - Taiwan InsightWhat I saw and heard: Vatican Diplomacy and Taiwan  Taiwan Insight

'China's grey zone tactics': US lawmakers move to defend Taiwan's communication infra; focus on undersea - The Times of India'China's grey zone tactics': US lawmakers move to defend Taiwan's communication infra; focus on undersea  The Times of India

China-Taiwan tensions: Taiwan detects 17 Chinese military aircraft - WIONChina-Taiwan tensions: Taiwan detects 17 Chinese military aircraft  WION

Han Kuang: What happens in Taiwan's military exercise to defend against China? - BBCHan Kuang: What happens in Taiwan's military exercise to defend against China?  BBC

Taiwan-Vietnam companies want to invest, UP-Bihar has immense opportunities; US is the first choice in exports - Sangri TodayTaiwan-Vietnam companies want to invest, UP-Bihar has immense opportunities; US is the first choice in exports  Sangri Today

India Joins Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines, Malaysia, Japan, Taiwan, South Korea in Top Affordable Popular Summer Destinations for 2025 - Travel And Tour WorldIndia Joins Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines, Malaysia, Japan, Taiwan, South Korea in Top Affordable Popular Summer Destinations for 2025  Travel And Tour World

Taiwan Resists China With Military Displays and History Lessons - The Wall Street JournalTaiwan Resists China With Military Displays and History Lessons  The Wall Street Journal

China learns from the Kinmen Model to adapt its strategy for a naval campaign against Taiwan - The International Institute for Strategic StudiesChina learns from the Kinmen Model to adapt its strategy for a naval campaign against Taiwan  The International Institute for Strategic Studies

Taiwan’s CTBC Bank to set up IBU in GIFT City - BusinessLineTaiwan’s CTBC Bank to set up IBU in GIFT City  BusinessLine

'No troops in advance': Australia responds as US seeks clarity over potential war with China over Taiwan | World News - Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times'No troops in advance': Australia responds as US seeks clarity over potential war with China over Taiwan | World News - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

‘Taiwan independence’ armed forces provocations lead to self-destruction - chinadailyasia.com‘Taiwan independence’ armed forces provocations lead to self-destruction  chinadailyasia.com

Indian envoy, official pitch for Taiwanese investment in GIFT City - Focus TaiwanIndian envoy, official pitch for Taiwanese investment in GIFT City  Focus Taiwan

Taiwan coordinates AgeTech efforts eyeing both domestic and international markets - digitimesTaiwan coordinates AgeTech efforts eyeing both domestic and international markets  digitimes

Taiwan’s Journey to Geopolitical Hotspot - RealClearDefenseTaiwan’s Journey to Geopolitical Hotspot  RealClearDefense

An AUKUS ultimatum for Australia over Taiwan risks backfiring on Washington - Lowy InstituteAn AUKUS ultimatum for Australia over Taiwan risks backfiring on Washington  Lowy Institute

China’s Long-Arm Jurisdiction and Its Implications for Taiwan - IRIS - Institut de relations internationales et stratégiquesChina’s Long-Arm Jurisdiction and Its Implications for Taiwan  IRIS - Institut de relations internationales et stratégiques

NATO chief claims Russia would target Europe if China attacks Taiwan - Anadolu AjansiNATO chief claims Russia would target Europe if China attacks Taiwan  Anadolu Ajansi

Taiwan takes cue from Ukraine's fight against Russia to prepare for potential Chinese invasion - FirstpostTaiwan takes cue from Ukraine's fight against Russia to prepare for potential Chinese invasion  Firstpost

Taiwan Semiconductor: The 'Go To' Factory For AI Boom (NYSE:TSM) - Seeking AlphaTaiwan Semiconductor: The 'Go To' Factory For AI Boom (NYSE:TSM)  Seeking Alpha

Taiwan-partnered MiPhi eyes strategic edge in India's semiconductor ecosystem - digitimesTaiwan-partnered MiPhi eyes strategic edge in India's semiconductor ecosystem  digitimes

China’s ‘Tank Boats’ Hit Waters Amid Taiwan’s Biggest Military Exercise | Watch - News18China’s ‘Tank Boats’ Hit Waters Amid Taiwan’s Biggest Military Exercise | Watch  News18

Typhoon Danas causes $85m crop losses in Taiwan - FreshPlazaTyphoon Danas causes $85m crop losses in Taiwan  FreshPlaza

Taiwan launches biggest war games with simulated attacks against military command - ReutersTaiwan launches biggest war games with simulated attacks against military command  Reuters

Taiwan strengthens cooperation with Paraguay - Taiwan TodayTaiwan strengthens cooperation with Paraguay  Taiwan Today

Taiwan launches longest-ever military drills as China increases pressure: A lesson from Ukraine? - MoneycontrolTaiwan launches longest-ever military drills as China increases pressure: A lesson from Ukraine?  Moneycontrol

World News, Latest World News, Breaking News and Headlines Today - Mid-dayWorld News, Latest World News, Breaking News and Headlines Today  Mid-day

'Taiwan independence' provocations only lead to self-destruction - news.cgtn.com'Taiwan independence' provocations only lead to self-destruction  news.cgtn.com

Taiwan must move beyond OEM/ODM to export complete systems, particularly aging-related technology, says NSTC Minister - digitimesTaiwan must move beyond OEM/ODM to export complete systems, particularly aging-related technology, says NSTC Minister  digitimes

Mainland: Taiwan military buildup invites disaster - China DailyMainland: Taiwan military buildup invites disaster  China Daily

Typhoon, rain cause over NT$2.6 billion in agricultural losses in Taiwan - Focus TaiwanTyphoon, rain cause over NT$2.6 billion in agricultural losses in Taiwan  Focus Taiwan

Bookshelf: Taiwan’s journey to geopolitical hotspot - The Strategist | ASPI's analysis and commentary siteBookshelf: Taiwan’s journey to geopolitical hotspot  The Strategist | ASPI's analysis and commentary site

Taiwan begins 10-day military drills to counter Chinese threats - AP NewsTaiwan begins 10-day military drills to counter Chinese threats  AP News

Taiwan eyes Starlink partnership in bid to bolster LEO infrastructure - digitimesTaiwan eyes Starlink partnership in bid to bolster LEO infrastructure  digitimes

In Taiwan, migrants flee oppressive workplaces for life on the periphery - Al JazeeraIn Taiwan, migrants flee oppressive workplaces for life on the periphery  Al Jazeera

Taiwan deploys advanced US HIMARS rockets in annual drills - ReutersTaiwan deploys advanced US HIMARS rockets in annual drills  Reuters

Taiwan claims 'zero tolerance' for fisher abuse amid criticism - Focus TaiwanTaiwan claims 'zero tolerance' for fisher abuse amid criticism  Focus Taiwan

Urban resilience drills begin Tuesday - Focus TaiwanUrban resilience drills begin Tuesday  Focus Taiwan

War provocations by 'Taiwan independence' armed forces only lead to self-destruction: defense ministry - China DailyWar provocations by 'Taiwan independence' armed forces only lead to self-destruction: defense ministry  China Daily

Taiwan Deploys HIMARS, Patriot, Stinger Weapons in China Invasion Exercise - NewsweekTaiwan Deploys HIMARS, Patriot, Stinger Weapons in China Invasion Exercise  Newsweek

Washington’s war demands – Australia right to refuse committing to a hypothetical conflict with China over Taiwan - The ConversationWashington’s war demands – Australia right to refuse committing to a hypothetical conflict with China over Taiwan  The Conversation

Foreign internship eligibility expanded for accommodation sector - Focus TaiwanForeign internship eligibility expanded for accommodation sector  Focus Taiwan

India eyes deeper Taiwan business ties amid supply chain shift - Nikkei AsiaIndia eyes deeper Taiwan business ties amid supply chain shift  Nikkei Asia

Zacks Investment Ideas feature highlights: Fastenal, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing and Netflix - Yahoo FinanceZacks Investment Ideas feature highlights: Fastenal, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing and Netflix  Yahoo Finance

Taiwan shares end down amid lingering tariff concerns - Focus TaiwanTaiwan shares end down amid lingering tariff concerns  Focus Taiwan

Taiwan shows off new US tanks amid annual war games - ReutersTaiwan shows off new US tanks amid annual war games  Reuters

U.S. urges clarity on Japan’s role in potential war over Taiwan, report says - The Japan TimesU.S. urges clarity on Japan’s role in potential war over Taiwan, report says  The Japan Times

Taiwan’s textile industry reimagines sustainability with Recode 2050fashion showcase at TITAS 2025 - Ecotextile NewsTaiwan’s textile industry reimagines sustainability with Recode 2050fashion showcase at TITAS 2025  Ecotextile News

Taiwan can help India reduce trade deficit with China: Taiwanese Deputy NSA - The HinduTaiwan can help India reduce trade deficit with China: Taiwanese Deputy NSA  The Hindu

Taiwan's stabilization fund to continue stock market intervention - Focus TaiwanTaiwan's stabilization fund to continue stock market intervention  Focus Taiwan

Legislature passes special act with one-off stimulus payments - Focus TaiwanLegislature passes special act with one-off stimulus payments  Focus Taiwan

The 3 Big Lies Xi Will Try to Sell Trump About Taiwan - National Security JournalThe 3 Big Lies Xi Will Try to Sell Trump About Taiwan  National Security Journal

U.S. introduces bill to combat China's sabotage of Taiwan's underseas cables - Focus TaiwanU.S. introduces bill to combat China's sabotage of Taiwan's underseas cables  Focus Taiwan

Taiwan billiards star Chang Jung-lin dies suddenly aged 40 - Focus TaiwanTaiwan billiards star Chang Jung-lin dies suddenly aged 40  Focus Taiwan

TROOPS Makes Strategic Move into Asian Co-Working Market with Two-Stage Acquisition Deal - Stock TitanTROOPS Makes Strategic Move into Asian Co-Working Market with Two-Stage Acquisition Deal  Stock Titan

As Nvidia soars, Taiwan's AI OEMs outpace TSMC in growth - digitimesAs Nvidia soars, Taiwan's AI OEMs outpace TSMC in growth  digitimes

China imposes export ban on companies tied to Taiwan’s military - AP NewsChina imposes export ban on companies tied to Taiwan’s military  AP News

Exclusive: US drone makers Skydio, Anduril turn to Taiwan for key supply chain support - digitimesExclusive: US drone makers Skydio, Anduril turn to Taiwan for key supply chain support  digitimes

Comparing the Armed Forces of China and Taiwan - Visual CapitalistComparing the Armed Forces of China and Taiwan  Visual Capitalist

Taiwan’s Central Bank Warns Foreign Investors Over Capital Control Violations - Sri Lanka GuardianTaiwan’s Central Bank Warns Foreign Investors Over Capital Control Violations  Sri Lanka Guardian

US demands clarity from allies on their role in potential war over Taiwan, FT reports - The Straits TimesUS demands clarity from allies on their role in potential war over Taiwan, FT reports  The Straits Times

Taiwan, Vietnam renew education cooperation agreement - Focus TaiwanTaiwan, Vietnam renew education cooperation agreement  Focus Taiwan

Taiwan’s president watches live-fire drills with new US-made tanks - AP NewsTaiwan’s president watches live-fire drills with new US-made tanks  AP News

US eyes Taiwan space partnership - Taipei TimesUS eyes Taiwan space partnership  Taipei Times

India-Taiwan Relations Under Modi 3.0: What Does the Future Hold - Global Taiwan InstituteIndia-Taiwan Relations Under Modi 3.0: What Does the Future Hold  Global Taiwan Institute