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Oct 26 2025POLITICS

China and Taiwan: A Clash of Words and Views

A top Chinese leader recently spoke about the idea of bringing Taiwan back under its control in a peaceful way. Wang Huning, a key figure in China's government, mentioned this during a special event in Beijing. He said China wants to share its growth with Taiwan but won't accept any moves towards Ta

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Oct 21 2025LIFESTYLE

A Mother's Tough Choice: Working Abroad for a Better Life

In a small village in the Philippines, Marian Duhapa, a 32-year-old mother, faces a heartbreaking decision. She must leave her baby daughter Quinn behind to work in Taiwan. This is not an easy choice, but it is necessary. Marian needs to support her family of 11. Life in the Philippines is tough. Ev

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Oct 19 2025POLITICS

Taiwan's Opposition Leader Gets a Message from China's President

China's leader, Xi Jinping, sent a note to the new head of Taiwan's opposition party, Cheng Li-wun. He talked about bringing Taiwan and China closer together. This is a big deal because Taiwan and China don't always get along. China sees Taiwan as part of its territory, but Taiwan disagrees. Cheng

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Oct 19 2025POLITICS

Taiwan's Opposition Party Picks New Leader Amid China Tensions

Taiwan's Nationalist Party, or KMT, has a new leader. Cheng Li-wun, a former lawmaker, won the election. She beat five other candidates, including former Taipei Mayor Hau Lung-bin. Cheng is the second woman to lead the party. She promised to change the KMT from "sheep" to "lions. " Cheng's win come

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Oct 18 2025POLITICS

Taiwan's New Opposition Leader Promises Calm Relations with China

A new leader has taken the reins of Taiwan's main opposition party, the Kuomintang (KMT). Cheng Li-wun, a former lawmaker, won the election with just over 50% of the vote. However, the turnout was quite low, with less than 40% of party members participating. Cheng is known for her fiery speeches an

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Aug 29 2025BUSINESS

Taiwan's New Economy Chief: A Tech Insider Takes the Helm

Taiwan has a new economy minister, and he's no stranger to the tech world. Kung Ming-hsin, who recently served as the cabinet secretary-general, has been tapped to lead the country's economic strategy. Before that, he was on the board of TSMC, the world's biggest chipmaker, representing the governme

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Aug 29 2025BUSINESS

Tech Talent Wars: Taiwan Cracks Down on Chinese Recruitment Tactics

Taiwan is stepping up its game against Chinese companies trying to hire away its top tech workers. The Ministry of Justice Investigation Bureau (MJIB) is currently looking into 16 Chinese firms for what they call "illegal poaching" of high-tech talent. This isn't just about any old jobs; it's about

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Aug 20 2025POLITICS

China's Nuclear Expansion: What's Really Going On?

China is boosting its nuclear capabilities at a rapid pace. This isn't just about adding more weapons. It's about making them more powerful and ready to launch from land, air, and sea. The U. S. military and experts in arms control have noticed this trend. There's a lot of talk about China's promis

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Aug 19 2025POLITICS

Xi's Taiwan Plans: What's Trump's Move Mean for Asia?

China's leader, Xi Jinping, is keeping a close eye on how President Trump handles the Russia-Ukraine situation. Why? Because Xi has his own plans for Taiwan. If the West seems weak or unsure about supporting Ukraine, Xi might see this as his chance to make a move. A former U. S. ambassador to NATO,

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Aug 14 2025POLITICS

Pacific Islands Stand Firm: Who Gets a Seat at the Table?

The Pacific Islands Forum recently made headlines for a bold move. They decided to keep 21 donor countries, including big names like the United States and China, out of their top political meeting. This decision wasn't made lightly. It came after a long talk among foreign ministers in Fiji. Why did

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