Donald Trump-Kamala Harris

Beijing’s Wish: Next U.S. President Focused on Bilateral Trade, Less on Taiwan Protection

On October 10, during Taiwan’s National Day speech, President Lai Ching-te took a resolute stance on defending Taiwan's sovereignty, calling out China’s ambitions and asserting that Beijing had no right to represent the self-governing island. His speech underscored Taiwan's determination...
Chinese national flag waves on a Chinese People's Liberation Army warship as it conducts joint military drills surrounding the island of Taiwan

China’s “Joint Sword 2024B” Military Exercise: A Prelude to Blockade Over Invasion?

On October 14, 2024, China conducted its "Joint Sword 2024B" military exercise, marking the fourth large-scale military exercise near Taiwan in just two years. The exercise, designed as a show of force, reaffirmed Beijing’s willingness to use military power if...
US-China

US-China Power Shift: Can a Grand Bargain End Decades of Rivalry?

A persistent theme posits that societies can maintain social cohesion despite vast wealth inequality, as long as total wealth continues to grow. This growth allows for wealth distribution, even to those with the smallest shares, provided their portions increase—albeit modestly....
TSMC

US Commerce Department Investigates TSMC Over Possible Violation of Huawei Export Rules

The United States Commerce Department has reportedly initiated an investigation into Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world’s largest chip manufacturer, to determine if it has violated U.S. export controls by supplying smartphone and artificial intelligence (AI) chips to the...
Hardeep Singh Nijjar is seen outside the Guru Nanak Sikh Gurdwara Sahib, in Surrey, British Columbia

India Allegedly Behind Drive-By Shootings, Arson in Campaign Against Sikh Separatists, Says Canada

A Canadian Sikh activist received a chilling call from his wife: police had visited their home to warn her that his life was in danger. Just two weeks later, thousands of kilometers away in British Columbia, a gunman filmed himself...
Semiconductor Industry

US Lawmakers Pressure Japan to Strengthen Chipmaking Restrictions on China, Warn of Potential Sanctions

In the global semiconductor conflict, key U.S. lawmakers have urged Japan to implement tighter restrictions on the sale of chipmaking equipment to China. The lawmakers warned that if Tokyo does not take action, Washington could impose its own sanctions on...
DJI

U.S.-China Tensions: DJI Sues U.S. Defense Department Over Military Designation; A Fight for Business Survival

DJI, the world’s largest manufacturer of commercial drones, is taking legal action against the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) after being added to a list of companies allegedly linked to China’s military. The Chinese-based company filed a lawsuit in a...
Japan

Foreign Nationals in Japan: Addressing Labor Shortage Amid Aging Population

Japan's foreign national population has reached an unprecedented high, with over 3.5 million residents as of mid-2024, according to newly released data from the Immigration Services Agency. This demographic shift, spurred by an increasing demand for labor to counteract the...
Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs

South Africa Asks Taiwan to Relocate Unofficial Embassy Amid Rising Tensions with China

The South African government has requested Taiwan to relocate its unofficial embassy, or liaison office, from the administrative capital, Pretoria, to the commercial hub of Johannesburg. This decision, which comes amidst escalating tensions between China and Taiwan, highlights the intricate...
Apple, China

Apple Opens New R&D Center in Shenzhen Amid Increasing Competition from Huawei

Apple Inc. has taken a significant step to solidify its presence in China by opening a new research and development (R&D) center in Shenzhen, a strategic move to counter the growing influence of Huawei and safeguard its market share in...
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