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Trade, Taiwan, Iran war, AI: What to expect at the Sep 24 Trump-Xi summit in Washington

Trade, Taiwan, Iran war, AI: What to expect at the Sep 24 Trump-Xi summit in Washington

US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping will meet in Washington on September 24 to discuss trade, Taiwan, the Iran war, artificial intelligence, and fentanyl.

US allies fret over how Trump might play his Taiwan hand with Xi

US allies fret over how Trump might play his Taiwan hand with Xi

US allies in Asia fear President Trump might soften support for Taiwan to secure an economic deal with Chinese leader Xi Jinping at their upcoming summit.

Conflict over Taiwan would be disastrous, de facto US ambassador says

Conflict over Taiwan would be disastrous, de facto US ambassador says

A top US diplomat warned that a Taiwan Strait conflict would cause greater global economic damage than World War II, urging strategic stability ahead of the upcoming US-China summit.

Leaving Taiwan after four years: What I learned

Leaving Taiwan after four years: What I learned

In this farewell podcast, Taiwan correspondent Yip Wai Yee reflects on four years of reporting, discussing the island's unique blend of high-tech industry, deep tradition, and resilience amid geopolitical uncertainty.

Taiwan condemns China’s ‘wolf warrior’ behaviour at Pacific forum

Taiwan condemns China’s ‘wolf warrior’ behaviour at Pacific forum

Taiwan’s Foreign Minister condemned China’s "wolf warrior" diplomacy and alleged espionage at the Pacific Islands Forum, arguing such aggressive behavior undermines regional unity and strengthens support for Taiwan.

Taiwan proposes extra $5.8 billion in defence spending for 2026

Taiwan proposes extra $5.8 billion in defence spending for 2026

Taiwan’s Cabinet proposed an extra S$5.8 billion for 2026 defense spending, focusing on drones and anti-ballistic missiles to modernize its military amid rising pressure from China.

Taiwan says its companies plan to invest another US$20 billion in US

Taiwan says its companies plan to invest another US$20 billion in US

Taiwanese companies plan an additional US$20 billion investment in the US, driven by high demand for AI and semiconductor manufacturing.

Taiwan says its companies plan to invest another $25.5 billion in US

Taiwan says its companies plan to invest another $25.5 billion in US

Taiwanese firms plan an additional $20 billion investment in the US, driven by high demand for AI and semiconductor technology, further strengthening bilateral tech cooperation.

Taiwan’s chip prowess is built on democracy and rule of law, president says

Taiwan’s chip prowess is built on democracy and rule of law, president says

President Lai Ching-te stated that Taiwan’s semiconductor success relies on democracy and the rule of law, establishing the island as a trusted, stable global partner for advanced chip manufacturing.

Russia holds rare missile test near islands claimed by Japan

Russia holds rare missile test near islands claimed by Japan

Russia conducted missile tests near the disputed Southern Kuril islands. Japan condemned the military exercise as unacceptable, further straining bilateral relations and complicating long-standing peace treaty negotiations.

Taiwan wraps up its largest annual military exercises

Taiwan wraps up its largest annual military exercises

Taiwan has concluded its 42nd annual Han Kuang military exercises, incorporating lessons from global conflicts to strengthen its defenses against increasing pressure from China.

Taiwan ‘throttles’ mobile internet for first time during annual war games

Taiwan ‘throttles’ mobile internet for first time during annual war games

Taiwan throttled mobile internet in central regions during annual Han Kuang war games, simulating communication disruptions from a potential Chinese attack or disaster while testing military readiness and reserve force integration.