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Cross-strait ties

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China’s expanded travel access for Taiwan a ‘high-visibility outreach tool’, but will it boost ties?

Beijing has expanded a "visa-on-arrival" programme to make it easier for Taiwanese to travel to and from the mainland.
Beijing has expanded a "visa-on-arrival" programme to make it easier for Taiwanese to travel to and from the mainland.

Why express bus Aeroline’s suspension exposes cracks in KL’s transport planning

Aeroline buses previously stop in downtown KL & near Petaling Jaya, offering convenience for passengers.
Aeroline buses previously stop in downtown KL & near Petaling Jaya, offering convenience for passengers.

Trump says China knows ‘consequences’ of any attack on Taiwan

US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping talk as they leave after a bilateral meeting at Gimhae International Airport, South Korea on the sidelines of the Apec summit.
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping talk as they leave after a bilateral meeting at Gimhae International Airport, South Korea on the sidelines of the Apec summit.

Top China official says peaceful ‘reunification’ with Taiwan is best path forward: Xinhua

Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) Chairman Wang Huning speaks at the opening session of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China March 4, 2025. REUTERS/Florence Lo
Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) Chairman Wang Huning speaks at the opening session of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China March 4, 2025. REUTERS/Florence Lo

Trump declares ‘full steam ahead’ on Aukus in win for Australia

US President Donald Trump has signalled his support for the Aukus pact.
US President Donald Trump has signalled his support for the Aukus pact.

While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, Oct 19, 2025

A demonstrator holds a sign in front of Trump International Hotel and Tower, as people gather for a "No Kings" protest in Chicago, Illinois, USA.
A demonstrator holds a sign in front of Trump International Hotel and Tower, as people gather for a "No Kings" protest in Chicago, Illinois, USA.

Dark horse Cheng Li-wun wins leadership race of Taiwan’s opposition KMT

Newly elected chairperson of KMT, Cheng Li-wun, is scheduled to take office on Nov 1.
Newly elected chairperson of KMT, Cheng Li-wun, is scheduled to take office on Nov 1.

News analysis

What China’s bounty for 18 Taiwan military officers says about Beijing’s calculations

Beijing sees Taiwan as its own territory, and has, in recent years, ramped up military, economic and political pressure tactics against the island.
Beijing sees Taiwan as its own territory, and has, in recent years, ramped up military, economic and political pressure tactics against the island.

News analysis

Taiwan’s Lai strikes moderate tone on cross-strait issues in Oct 10 speech

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te steered clear of repeating the two lines that “really angered Beijing in the past”, said an analyst.
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te steered clear of repeating the two lines that “really angered Beijing in the past”, said an analyst.

High time for Europe to stand with Taiwan, island’s foreign minister says in Poland

FILE PHOTO: Taiwan Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung answers questions from reporters, in Taipei, Taiwan, February 21, 2025. REUTERS/Ann Wang/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: Taiwan Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung answers questions from reporters, in Taipei, Taiwan, February 21, 2025. REUTERS/Ann Wang/File Photo

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