Taiwan’s military has to woman up

Starting this month, young women in Denmark would be subject to conscription on the same terms as men. All Danes, regardless of gender, would be required to register for military assessment, and eligible individuals would be selected through a...

Taiwan begins 10-day military drills to counter Chinese threats

TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Taiwan on Wednesday launched annual military exercises intended to guard against Chinese threats to invade, including using so-called “gray zone tactics” deployed by China that stop just short of open warfare. This year’s...

Taiwan’s future will shape the whole global economy. Will Taiwanese people have a say in that future?

Today, Taiwan is caught in the crosshairs of two imperial rivals: the US and China. This is nothing new for the island nation, which has been a battleground for competing empires for centuries, but what is new is the critical role Taiwan plays in...

Taiwan to kick off military drills in face of China threat

TAIPEI — Taiwan will kick off its annual military drills on Wednesday, with newly delivered US high-tech rocket systems to feature in exercises aimed at preparing the self-ruled island for a Chinese attack. Troops will be deployed alongside the...

Taiwan gathers perspectives on digital wallet as national infrastructure

Taiwan’s Ministry of Digital Development has concluded a series of workshops on the digital ID wallet, bringing together experts and the public to forge a roadmap for the nation’s digital infrastructure. Participants explored the risks,...

Taiwan begins 10-day military drills to counter Chinese threats

Taiwan Moves to Bolster Energy Resilience Amid China Jitters

The outbreak of open state-to-state hostilities in the Middle East last month and the US strikes against nuclear enrichment sites in Iran drew close attention in Taiwan. Some analysts say the fact that US President Donald Trump decided to launch...

Taiwan's President Watches Live-Fire Drills With New U.S.-Made Tanks

HSINCHU, Taiwan (AP) — Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te watched live-fire drills with U.S.-made Abrams M1A2T tanks Thursday, as part of major annual exercises aimed at boosting the island's ability to fend off threats from China. Four of the tanks...

Taiwan army is getting ready for action, showcase their newly acquired fire power of M1A2T Abrams tanks

Taiwan’s army is showcasimg he firepower of its U.S.-sourced M1A2T Abrams tanks during live-fire exercises in Hsinchu County as part of the annual Han Kuang military drills. Four M1A2T tanks were demonstrated maneuvering across a mud-choked...

Taiwan-Based Eurocharm Group Plans Kershaw County, South Carolina, Manufacturing Operations

Related Research Taiwan-based Eurocharm Group, a metalworking supplier, motorcycle, and medical equipment parts, plans to establish operations in Lugoff, South Carolina. The $12 million project is expected to create 46 new jobs in Kershaw County....

Government sites have updated certificates: CHT

Chunghwa Telecom (CHT) chairman Chien Chih-cheng (簡志誠) yesterday denied allegations made by Chinese Nationalist Party (KMT) Legislator Ko Ju-chun (葛如均), saying that more than 99.9 percent of government Web sites have completed certification...

Taiwanese firm eyes East African market

Home/Business/Taiwanese firm eyes East African market DAR ES SALAAM: ACER Inc. has announced its expansion into the East African market in what the company calls a bold move to bring a wide range of products aimed at meeting the growing needs of...

International News Briefs for Thursday, July 10, 2025

HAVANA TIMES – Here are some of the top international news stories compiled by Democracy Now on Thursday, July 10, 2025. Gaza’s Doctors Warn Hospitals “Will Become Graveyards” as Fuel Supplies Dwindle Jul 10, 2025 Israel’s unrelenting slaughter in...

Taiwan Displays New US Tanks Amid Annual War Games

Taiwan’s army on Thursday displayed the fire power of its first U.S.-sourced M1A2T Abrams tanks. A tank is more and more being looked at as a traditional weapon that analysts say will need to be increasingly protected against drones in any future...

Taiwan debuts US-made Abrams tanks during live-fire drills as PLA flexes muscles

Taiwan’s military has live-streamed live-fire drills featuring its new M1A2T Abrams tanks in a show of force aimed at boosting public morale and highlighting combat readiness amid rising tensions with Beijing. The high-profile display on Thursday...

Watch as huge fleet of terrifying new Chinese ‘tank boats’ takes to water – as Taiwan launches biggest EVER war drills

DRAMATIC footage captures a fleet of Chinese tank boats charging through the sea in tight formation during military drills near Taiwan. The show of force by the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) comes as Taiwan kicks off its largest-ever military...

Taiwan Commences Largest Military Drills in Response to Chinese Threats of Invasion

On 9 July, Taiwan commenced its annual live-fire military drills. The Republic of China (ROC) Armed Forces’ Han Kuang 41 Exercise is the largest military exercise seen in Taiwan, with 22,000 reservists called up alongside active service units,...

15th East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers' Meeting held in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Xinhua) -- The 15th East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers' Meeting was held here on Friday. Delivering a speech at the summit, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi called for all parties to enhance understanding and trust, maintain...

Top news of the day: NSA Ajit Doval says India hit nine Pakistan terrorist bases, missed none during Operation Sindoor; Gujarat Minister says structural failure caused Vadodara bridge collapse, and more

India hit nine terrorist bases of Pakistan in Operation Sindoor: National Security Advisor Ajit Doval The National Security Advisor, Ajit Doval, on Friday (July 11, 2025), said in Chennai that India hit nine terrorist targets criss-crossing...

Parent firm's lawsuit casts doubt on JKoPay's business

Taipei, July 11 (CNA) The operations of JKoPay, one of Taiwan's major digital payment firms, have been thrown into uncertainty after multiple platforms and companies suspended their cooperation with the service following a recent court ruling...