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Former Taiwan President Tsai tells US audience of 'sustained' Chinese pressure

Former Taiwan President Tsai tells US audience of 'sustained' Chinese pressure

Oct 7 (Reuters) - Former Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen told a US audience on Wednesday of China's "sustained" pressure in the form of activities like military patrols that stop short of open conflict but are aimed at altering the security environment.

North Korea criticises US support for Taiwan, pledges backing for Russia

North Korea criticises US support for Taiwan, pledges backing for Russia

By Joyce Lee SEOUL, Oct 7 (Reuters) - North Korea criticised the United States over its arms sales and military support for Taiwan, accusing Washington of fuelling tensions in the Taiwan Strait, state media KCNA said on Wednesday.

North Korea warns US over Taiwan while Kim pledges support for Russia

North Korea warns US over Taiwan while Kim pledges support for Russia

SEOUL, Oct 7 (Reuters) - North Korea criticised the United States over its arms sales and military support for Taiwan, accusing Washington of fuelling tensions in the Taiwan Strait, state media KCNA said on Wednesday.

Taiwan's US envoy says ties robust after Trump-Xi summit

Taiwan's US envoy says ties robust after Trump-Xi summit

By David Brunnstrom WASHINGTON, Oct 7 (Reuters) - Taiwan's de facto ambassador to Washington said on Wednesday that ties with the United States remained robust after last month's summit between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, while stressing the importance of timely delivery

China Establishes New Military Training and Logistics Facility in Laos, Expanding Southeast Asian Presence

China Establishes New Military Training and Logistics Facility in Laos, Expanding Southeast Asian Presence

China has inaugurated a new military training and logistics facility in Laos, known as the China-Laos Joint Support and Training Center at Ban Keun Airport, north of Vientiane. This facility, which began operations late last month alongside the new China-Laos Friendship Aviation Academy, is primarily intended to train Lao air force pilots and will be jointly maintained and operated by both countries. This development marks an expansion of Beijing's security presence deeper into mainland Southeast Asia and potentially provides the Chinese air force with its first dedicated overseas foothold. The Chinese Defense Ministry stated that these institutions are not directed against any third party and aim to deepen practical cooperation between the two militaries, contributing to regional peace and stability. This new facility follows China's establishment of its first foreign military base in Djibouti in 2017 and the inauguration of a Chinese-funded expansion of Cambodia's Ream Naval Base last year.

TSMC's third-quarter revenue surges to record, beating market forecast

TSMC's third-quarter revenue surges to record, beating market forecast

TAIPEI, Oct 8 (Reuters) - TSMC, the world's largest contract chipmaker, reported on Thursday record third-quarter revenue of T$1.49 trillion ($46.71 billion), beating the market forecast and rising 50% from the year-earlier period due to surging demand for AI applications.

Taiwan says it has not heard new US arms sales will be carved into smaller chunks

Taiwan says it has not heard new US arms sales will be carved into smaller chunks

TAIPEI, Oct 6 (Reuters) - Taiwan Defence Minister Wellington Koo said on Tuesday he had not heard that the US was planning on carving up a potential $14 billion arms sale into smaller chunks, but added that Washington's commitments to Taipei's defences had not changed.

Foxconn third-quarter revenue soars on AI demand, beats market forecast

Foxconn third-quarter revenue soars on AI demand, beats market forecast

TAIPEI, Oct 5 (Reuters) - Taiwan's Foxconn, the world's largest contract electronics maker, reported on Monday a 47% jump in third-quarter revenue year-on-year that beat market estimates, fuelled by strong AI-related demand.

China Showcases Advanced Counter-Drone Laser and Microwave Weapons in Live-Fire Drills

China Showcases Advanced Counter-Drone Laser and Microwave Weapons in Live-Fire Drills

China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) has publicly displayed its advanced counter-drone capabilities during recent live-fire drills, featuring laser weapons, high-power microwave systems, and integrated missile-gun platforms. State television, CCTV News, reported on these exercises conducted by a brigade of the PLA's 75th Group Army, which simulated various combat scenarios from day to night. The drills focused on rapid response, firepower coordination, and sustained combat capability, including the ability to relocate and re-establish air-defense positions. During one scenario, radar detected a dense swarm of drones, prompting counter-drone units to activate ground-based laser and microwave systems for optical dazzling and electromagnetic suppression. Interceptor drones and anti-aircraft gunfire were used against drones that penetrated initial defenses. The exercise also tested the coordination between different air-defense equipment and personnel's ability to assess complex aerial threats in the Gobi De...

'Brazen plot': Mansion-selling California realtor charged with spying for China

'Brazen plot': Mansion-selling California realtor charged with spying for China

Feds charge California realtor with spying in Seattle on the son of Taiwan's president

US accuses California woman of spying for China, surveilling Taiwan president's son

US accuses California woman of spying for China, surveilling Taiwan president's son

By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, Oct 4 (Reuters) - US authorities arrested a California woman on Sunday and accused her of spying on a son of Taiwan's president at the behest of Chinese officials, the FBI said.

Arizona opens new Taiwan representative office, rejecting warning from China

Arizona opens new Taiwan representative office, rejecting warning from China

Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs and Taiwanese leaders have opened an office in Phoenix to aid Taiwanese businesses and citizens in the region