China unveils J-35A stealth fighters in air show as Russian military participates in a show of unity
The air show lasts through Sunday, Nov. 17, with more than 1,000 companies from 47 countries and regions exhibiting their products.
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Japanese boy stabbed on way to school in Shenzhen, China
The child is currently undergoing treatment in a hospital. The man has been detained and is being interrogated by Chinese authorities.
Mao Zedong statue disappears from Chinese city; removal possibly directed by authorities
As the 130th anniversary of the birth of Mao is coming up in December, the authorities are likely wary that excessive worship of Mao may lead to dissatisfaction with the gap…
Taiwan’s ruling DPP nominates Lai for president
In terms of policy toward China, Vice President Lai Ching-te has indicated that he will continue the policies of Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen and work with the US to counter…
Taiwan to buy Japan’s cutting-edge N700S Shinkansen trains
The Taiwanese rail operators originally planned to buy new vehicles from 2019 but the process faltered due to concerns over the figure quoted.
Taiwan fears isolation if undersea cables to main island cut
In a bid to ensure Taiwan can retain internet connectivity even during a contingency, the Tsai administration last year started planning the establishment of its own satellite…
Bipartisan US congressional delegation visits Taiwan
The delegation was to meet with Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen to discuss bilateral security issues along with economic and trade related matters.
Taiwan says 30 Chinese planes entered its air defense identification zone
According to the defense ministry’s announcement, nine kinds of aircraft — including 22 fighters — entered the southwestern part of the zone.