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 - Wikipedia
Taiwan - CIA World Fact Book
Taiwan - BBC
Taiwan - Timeline - BBC

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Taiwan challenges Trump's tariff formula, rolls out support for semiconductor sector - digitimesTaiwan challenges Trump's tariff formula, rolls out support for semiconductor sector  digitimes

Trump's maritime push opens door for US-Taiwan shipbuilding ties - digitimesTrump's maritime push opens door for US-Taiwan shipbuilding ties  digitimes

Taiwan plans $12.6 bn special budget for US tariffs impact - Times of IndiaTaiwan plans $12.6 bn special budget for US tariffs impact  Times of India

Taiwan detects 8 Chinese naval vessels around its territory - The Economic TimesTaiwan detects 8 Chinese naval vessels around its territory  The Economic Times

Recent PLA Exercises Revealed China’s Operational Plan for a Taiwan Strait Conflict - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineRecent PLA Exercises Revealed China’s Operational Plan for a Taiwan Strait Conflict  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

China is turning the heat on Taiwan - The Indian ExpressChina is turning the heat on Taiwan  The Indian Express

US-Philippines Military Drills Involving 14,000 Troops Heighten Tensions with China Over Taiwan - OneindiaUS-Philippines Military Drills Involving 14,000 Troops Heighten Tensions with China Over Taiwan  Oneindia

Make War Acceptable Again: Crimea Today, Taiwan Tomorrow? - The Moscow TimesMake War Acceptable Again: Crimea Today, Taiwan Tomorrow?  The Moscow Times

Taiwan shares lower at close of trade; Taiwan Weighted down 1.64% - Investing.com IndiaTaiwan shares lower at close of trade; Taiwan Weighted down 1.64%  Investing.com India

PLA tracks, monitors US warship transiting through Taiwan Straits: spokesperson - Global TimesPLA tracks, monitors US warship transiting through Taiwan Straits: spokesperson  Global Times

China Responds to US-Philippines Missile Drills, Warns of Taiwan Strait Tensions - OneindiaChina Responds to US-Philippines Missile Drills, Warns of Taiwan Strait Tensions  Oneindia

‘Threats, blackmail against China are futile’: Chinese defense ministry spokesperson responds to US military official’s remarks on PLA drills near Taiwan - Global Times‘Threats, blackmail against China are futile’: Chinese defense ministry spokesperson responds to US military official’s remarks on PLA drills near Taiwan  Global Times

Taiwanese Industrial Park near Chennai set to draw ?10,000 crore investment - BusinessLineTaiwanese Industrial Park near Chennai set to draw ?10,000 crore investment  BusinessLine

Taiwan's Chikungunya Cases Are Climbing - Vax-Before-TravelTaiwan's Chikungunya Cases Are Climbing  Vax-Before-Travel

We’re adding to our carbon-free energy portfolio in Taiwan, with our first offshore wind deal in Asia Pacific. - Google BlogWe’re adding to our carbon-free energy portfolio in Taiwan, with our first offshore wind deal in Asia Pacific.  Google Blog

Taiwan proposes another $10 bln in aid to deal with US tariffs - ReutersTaiwan proposes another $10 bln in aid to deal with US tariffs  Reuters

Taiwan president will not attend Pope Francis’s funeral - The GuardianTaiwan president will not attend Pope Francis’s funeral  The Guardian

U.S. blasts China for misusing U.N. resolution at Security Council meet - Focus TaiwanU.S. blasts China for misusing U.N. resolution at Security Council meet  Focus Taiwan

Taiwan defends medical tourism amid probe into illegal entry of Chinese nationals - lokmattimes.comTaiwan defends medical tourism amid probe into illegal entry of Chinese nationals  lokmattimes.com

AI, algorithms and Indigenous agency in Taiwan - East Asia ForumAI, algorithms and Indigenous agency in Taiwan  East Asia Forum

Agriculture as Our Foundation, Quality as Our Priority — Taiwan Premium Rice Enterprise Ltd. Unveils the Purity, Authentic Taste, and Strength of Taiwanese Rice - Business WireAgriculture as Our Foundation, Quality as Our Priority — Taiwan Premium Rice Enterprise Ltd. Unveils the Purity, Authentic Taste, and Strength of Taiwanese Rice  Business Wire

Big move by China, Xi Jinping army set to attack THIS country in next..., US Intelligence Report reveals chil - India.ComBig move by China, Xi Jinping army set to attack THIS country in next..., US Intelligence Report reveals chil  India.Com

Why We Should Be Skeptical of Taiwan Youth’s Self-Reported Willingness To Fight - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineWhy We Should Be Skeptical of Taiwan Youth’s Self-Reported Willingness To Fight  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Proof of origin required for Taiwan's exports to the U.S. - Focus TaiwanProof of origin required for Taiwan's exports to the U.S.  Focus Taiwan

Taiwan telecos take diverging approaches in financial sector expansion - digitimesTaiwan telecos take diverging approaches in financial sector expansion  digitimes

Taiwanese EV charging firms shift focus from speed to smart infrastructure - digitimesTaiwanese EV charging firms shift focus from speed to smart infrastructure  digitimes

Taiwan Offers Unforgettable Scenic Train Journeys Through Majestic Mountain Peaks Tropical Forests and Beautiful Coastlines - Travel And Tour WorldTaiwan Offers Unforgettable Scenic Train Journeys Through Majestic Mountain Peaks Tropical Forests and Beautiful Coastlines  Travel And Tour World

S&P affirms Taiwan's long-term rating at 'AA+'; outlook stable - Focus TaiwanS&P affirms Taiwan's long-term rating at 'AA+'; outlook stable  Focus Taiwan

Former Taiwan vice president to attend Pope Francis funeral - ReutersFormer Taiwan vice president to attend Pope Francis funeral  Reuters

Our first geothermal energy deal in Asia - Google BlogOur first geothermal energy deal in Asia  Google Blog

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

Business sentiment among manufacturers weakens amid Trump tariffs - Focus TaiwanBusiness sentiment among manufacturers weakens amid Trump tariffs  Focus Taiwan

Taiwan sees opportunity in tariffs: Lai - Taipei TimesTaiwan sees opportunity in tariffs: Lai  Taipei Times

China launches surprise military drills around Taiwan - The GuardianChina launches surprise military drills around Taiwan  The Guardian

China’s new hydrogen bomb aims to shock and awe Taiwan - Asia TimesChina’s new hydrogen bomb aims to shock and awe Taiwan  Asia Times

The Trump effect on public attitudes toward America in Taiwan and South Korea - BrookingsThe Trump effect on public attitudes toward America in Taiwan and South Korea  Brookings

China is ‘misusing’ UN resolution: US envoy - Taipei TimesChina is ‘misusing’ UN resolution: US envoy  Taipei Times

Brief rain is possible in Taiwan on Saturday - Focus TaiwanBrief rain is possible in Taiwan on Saturday  Focus Taiwan

Taiwan's Syncell launches new partner network expanding commercial capabilities - BioSpectrum AsiaTaiwan's Syncell launches new partner network expanding commercial capabilities  BioSpectrum Asia

Taiwan to Pledge More U.S. Oil and Gas Imports to Avoid Tariff - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comTaiwan to Pledge More U.S. Oil and Gas Imports to Avoid Tariff  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com

Taiwan flogs America drones “not made in China” - The EconomistTaiwan flogs America drones “not made in China”  The Economist

Taiwan again detects major Chinese military presence around its territory - Times of IndiaTaiwan again detects major Chinese military presence around its territory  Times of India

Google Inks First Offshore Wind PPA in Taiwan - OffshoreWIND.bizGoogle Inks First Offshore Wind PPA in Taiwan  OffshoreWIND.biz

India-Taiwan Convergence: Towards A Strategic Partnership - South Asian VoicesIndia-Taiwan Convergence: Towards A Strategic Partnership  South Asian Voices

Taiwan says buying more US gas, oil is a focus in tariff talks - ReutersTaiwan says buying more US gas, oil is a focus in tariff talks  Reuters

Premier pushed on origin labeling - Taipei TimesPremier pushed on origin labeling  Taipei Times

Games officials defend processing of registrations - Taipei TimesGames officials defend processing of registrations  Taipei Times

Overview of main themes at Taiwan's joint mobility mega shows - digitimesOverview of main themes at Taiwan's joint mobility mega shows  digitimes

Taiwan headline news - Focus TaiwanTaiwan headline news  Focus Taiwan

Taiwan and the US preparing a ‘hellscape’ strategy - Taipei TimesTaiwan and the US preparing a ‘hellscape’ strategy  Taipei Times

Two demo days to spotlight biotech startups at BIO Asia–Taiwan 2025 - BioSpectrum AsiaTwo demo days to spotlight biotech startups at BIO Asia–Taiwan 2025  BioSpectrum Asia

Taiwan's judoka settles for silver at Asian championships - Focus TaiwanTaiwan's judoka settles for silver at Asian championships  Focus Taiwan

Taiwan’s social democrats and Stalinists counter Trump tariff hikes with calls for closer China-Taiwan trade relations - World Socialist Web SiteTaiwan’s social democrats and Stalinists counter Trump tariff hikes with calls for closer China-Taiwan trade relations  World Socialist Web Site

PR News | Taiwan's Intelligence Service Taps ASG - Fri., Apr. 25, 2025 - O'Dwyer's PRPR News | Taiwan's Intelligence Service Taps ASG - Fri., Apr. 25, 2025  O'Dwyer's PR

In a first, Taiwan charges Chinese ship captain with damaging undersea cables - ReutersIn a first, Taiwan charges Chinese ship captain with damaging undersea cables  Reuters

Taiwan detects 19 PLA aircraft, 7 PLAN vessels near its territory - sentinelassam.comTaiwan detects 19 PLA aircraft, 7 PLAN vessels near its territory  sentinelassam.com

Intel Is Cooking Up a ‘Win-Win’ Deal With Taiwan Semi. How Should You Play INTC Stock Here? - Barchart.comIntel Is Cooking Up a ‘Win-Win’ Deal With Taiwan Semi. How Should You Play INTC Stock Here?  Barchart.com

TI partners with Taiwanese firms to showcase automotive tech at 2025 Taipei AMPA - digitimesTI partners with Taiwanese firms to showcase automotive tech at 2025 Taipei AMPA  digitimes

Charting a Course for Deeper India-Taiwan Cooperation - orfonline.orgCharting a Course for Deeper India-Taiwan Cooperation  orfonline.org

Pope Francis death: Taiwan sends condolences to Vatican, one of its few allies - ReutersPope Francis death: Taiwan sends condolences to Vatican, one of its few allies  Reuters

Taiwan expert reassures public over predicted Tokyo Bay earthquake and tsunami risks on 26th April - Dimsum DailyTaiwan expert reassures public over predicted Tokyo Bay earthquake and tsunami risks on 26th April  Dimsum Daily

Web aware - Taipei TimesWeb aware  Taipei Times

Taiwan headline news - Focus TaiwanTaiwan headline news  Focus Taiwan

US, Japan conduct drills with military aircraft off Taiwan - Taipei TimesUS, Japan conduct drills with military aircraft off Taiwan  Taipei Times

Fleet art - Taipei TimesFleet art  Taipei Times

Taiwan draws attention at World Expo - Taipei TimesTaiwan draws attention at World Expo  Taipei Times

‘Don’t panic, but don’t relax’: Taiwan’s plan ‘to use 7-Eleven chains’ as wartime hubs - The Guardian‘Don’t panic, but don’t relax’: Taiwan’s plan ‘to use 7-Eleven chains’ as wartime hubs  The Guardian

Taiwan ready to assist India reduce trade deficit with China: Taiwanese Deputy NSA Hsu Szu-Chien - The Economic TimesTaiwan ready to assist India reduce trade deficit with China: Taiwanese Deputy NSA Hsu Szu-Chien  The Economic Times

Open Questions | Beijing adviser Yan Anlin on why a timetable for reunification has drawbacks - South China Morning PostOpen Questions | Beijing adviser Yan Anlin on why a timetable for reunification has drawbacks  South China Morning Post

Taiwan Seeks to Send Lai to Pope’s Funeral With World Leaders - Bloomberg.comTaiwan Seeks to Send Lai to Pope’s Funeral With World Leaders  Bloomberg.com

‘Depoliticize’ spying issue, analyst says - Taipei Times‘Depoliticize’ spying issue, analyst says  Taipei Times

Taiwan envoy to pope's funeral says he aims to chat with world leaders - MSNTaiwan envoy to pope's funeral says he aims to chat with world leaders  MSN

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

Philippines eases restrictions on official exchanges with Taiwan - Focus TaiwanPhilippines eases restrictions on official exchanges with Taiwan  Focus Taiwan

Taiwan mourns death of Pope Francis, to send envoy to attend funeral - Focus TaiwanTaiwan mourns death of Pope Francis, to send envoy to attend funeral  Focus Taiwan

Los Angeles book festival to feature Taiwanese books - Taipei TimesLos Angeles book festival to feature Taiwanese books  Taipei Times

Opinion | China Menaces Taiwan’s Outlying Islands - WSJOpinion | China Menaces Taiwan’s Outlying Islands  WSJ

Tech Shares May Boost Taiwan Stock Market - NasdaqTech Shares May Boost Taiwan Stock Market  Nasdaq

Taiwan charges captain of China-linked ship with damaging subsea cable - Al JazeeraTaiwan charges captain of China-linked ship with damaging subsea cable  Al Jazeera

Taiwan's Vast Power enters EV market with advanced motor technology, eyes global expansion - digitimesTaiwan's Vast Power enters EV market with advanced motor technology, eyes global expansion  digitimes

In a break with precedent, Taiwan’s president won’t attend pope funeral - Radio Free AsiaIn a break with precedent, Taiwan’s president won’t attend pope funeral  Radio Free Asia

Taiwan’s Youth Are Not Defeatist — and The Data Proves It - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineTaiwan’s Youth Are Not Defeatist — and The Data Proves It  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Taiwan multiplies mine-layer vessel and UAV inventories to deter PLA - Shephard MediaTaiwan multiplies mine-layer vessel and UAV inventories to deter PLA  Shephard Media

IMF raises Taiwan's 2025 GDP growth forecast to 2.9% - Focus TaiwanIMF raises Taiwan's 2025 GDP growth forecast to 2.9%  Focus Taiwan

Taiwan’s balancing act: Keeping the US in, China out, and domestic technology superior - European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR)Taiwan’s balancing act: Keeping the US in, China out, and domestic technology superior  European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR)

Taiwan short-selling curbs extended again amid tariff uncertainty - ReutersTaiwan short-selling curbs extended again amid tariff uncertainty  Reuters

TIER cuts GDP growth forecast to 2.91 percent - Taipei TimesTIER cuts GDP growth forecast to 2.91 percent  Taipei Times

China in the Taiwan Strait: February 2025 - Council on Foreign RelationsChina in the Taiwan Strait: February 2025  Council on Foreign Relations

U.S., Chinese Carriers Now in the Philippine Sea; U.S. Destroyer Makes Taiwan Strait Transit - USNI NewsU.S., Chinese Carriers Now in the Philippine Sea; U.S. Destroyer Makes Taiwan Strait Transit  USNI News

Video: China launches aggressive military drills in Taiwan Strait - CNNVideo: China launches aggressive military drills in Taiwan Strait  CNN

Ex-Japanese vice minister denies making remarks about Taiwan's President Lai - Focus TaiwanEx-Japanese vice minister denies making remarks about Taiwan's President Lai  Focus Taiwan

AI lifts Taiwan's substrate leaders: 2025 supply crunch nears resolution - digitimesAI lifts Taiwan's substrate leaders: 2025 supply crunch nears resolution  digitimes

Huge majority of Taiwanese reject 'one country, two systems': Poll - Focus TaiwanHuge majority of Taiwanese reject 'one country, two systems': Poll  Focus Taiwan

Food for Thought and the Search for Authenticity - Taiwan InsightFood for Thought and the Search for Authenticity  Taiwan Insight

Cabinet approves NT$410 billion special budget proposal - Focus TaiwanCabinet approves NT$410 billion special budget proposal  Focus Taiwan

Taiwan’s defence ministry says 62 soldiers found with Chinese residency permits - Times of IndiaTaiwan’s defence ministry says 62 soldiers found with Chinese residency permits  Times of India

Taiwan stocks plummet in biggest one-day drop on record after US tariffs - ReutersTaiwan stocks plummet in biggest one-day drop on record after US tariffs  Reuters

Taiwan needs to 'depoliticize' threats of emerging Chinese espionage - Focus TaiwanTaiwan needs to 'depoliticize' threats of emerging Chinese espionage  Focus Taiwan

Taiwan expands aid for exporters hit by US tariffs - digitimesTaiwan expands aid for exporters hit by US tariffs  digitimes

‘Invasion’ barges, subsea cable cutters and surprise naval drills: how China is testing Donald Trump - The Guardian‘Invasion’ barges, subsea cable cutters and surprise naval drills: how China is testing Donald Trump  The Guardian

Analyzing the PLA’s Early April Exercises in the Taiwan Strait - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineAnalyzing the PLA’s Early April Exercises in the Taiwan Strait  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Origin proof mandated for US exports - Taipei TimesOrigin proof mandated for US exports  Taipei Times