An unprecedented recall vote could hand President Lai Ching-te more power by ousting legislative opponents. It could also prompt a response from China.

A democratic check or an abuse of power? Mass recall vote in Taiwan polarizes island after months of paralysis.

China has embraced an “anaconda strategy” to slowly ramp up pressure on Taiwan, making continued U.S. support a lynchpin of the island’s autonomy.

At a global forum, Taiwan’s ocean minister says China’s rising maritime aggression—blockade drills, cable threats—jeopardizes vital trade flows and demands international attention.

A second Taiwanese carrier plans to fly to Asia from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. Unlike Starlux, debuting in 2026, these flights have a strange catch.

China has strongly protested against Japan after the recent visit of Taiwan’s Foreign Minister to the country. The Chinese government expressed its anger, saying that the visit was an attempt by Taiwan to promote separatist activities.

Saturday’s democratic showdown will test whether anti-Beijing sentiment remains defining force in island’s polarised politics.

The U.S. House of Representatives on Friday passed the Department of Defense Appropriations Act for fiscal 2026, which included $500 million for Taiwan. The bill is not final and must pass the U.S. Senate before it can be sent to the president for signing.