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...
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...
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...
Xi Jinping

China’s Silent Expectations: What Beijing Hopes to Gain from the Next U.S. Presidency

On October 10, Taiwan’s National Day, President Lai Ching-te delivered a bold and defiant speech that reverberated across the Taiwan Strait, intensifying an already fragile geopolitical situation. Speaking to an audience in Taipei, Lai emphasized that Taiwan was resolute in...
China–Fiji

Fiji and China Celebrate Decade of Cooperation Under Belt and Road Initiative

Fiji and China have achieved remarkable progress in their cooperation under China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), yielding tangible benefits for the Fijian people through joint efforts in infrastructure construction, clean energy projects, and agricultural collaboration. These successes were lauded...
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