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Cross-strait ties

Taiwan issues arrest warrant for CEO of OnePlus over China hires

Taiwan is stepping up efforts to block China’s tech players from recruiting the island's talent. 
Taiwan is stepping up efforts to block China’s tech players from recruiting the island's talent. 

News analysis

Taiwan’s F-16 fighter jet crash underscores defence vulnerabilities

FILE PHOTO: A technician works on an F-16 plane at an air force base in Hualien, Taiwan April 8, 2023. REUTERS/Ann Wang/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: A technician works on an F-16 plane at an air force base in Hualien, Taiwan April 8, 2023. REUTERS/Ann Wang/File Photo

China bans export of dual-use items for military purposes to Japan over Taiwan remarks

In November 2025, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi suggested that Tokyo could deploy its military if Beijing attempted to seize Taiwan.
In November 2025, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi suggested that Tokyo could deploy its military if Beijing attempted to seize Taiwan.

Letter From Taipei

China frowns as Mona Lisa of Taiwan’s palace museum goes on loan to Prague

wyyletter26 - While the iconic Jadeite Cabbage is on display in the Czech Republic, two “cabbage sisters" are shown in its place.


CREDIT: YIP WAI YEE
wyyletter26 - While the iconic Jadeite Cabbage is on display in the Czech Republic, two “cabbage sisters" are shown in its place.


CREDIT: YIP WAI YEE

Taiwan’s Xiaohongshu ban triggers strong backlash among users

Taiwan’s rare move on Dec 4 to block popular app Xiaohongshu has triggered a severe backlash among users.
Taiwan’s rare move on Dec 4 to block popular app Xiaohongshu has triggered a severe backlash among users.

Commentary

Golden Horse: Why regional colts are shining in China-less field

Richie Koh poses for photos at the 62nd Golden Horse Awards in Taipei, Taiwan November 22, 2025. REUTERS/Ann Wang
Richie Koh poses for photos at the 62nd Golden Horse Awards in Taipei, Taiwan November 22, 2025. REUTERS/Ann Wang

Taiwan’s opposition leader, once for independence, turns towards China

Kuomintang leader Cheng Li-wun has said she is willing to meet China's leaders.
Kuomintang leader Cheng Li-wun has said she is willing to meet China's leaders.

News analysis

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.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.