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Panda gifted by China gives birth to second cub in Taiwan
The unnamed cub weighs 186 grams after a five-hour labor by its mother Yuan Yuan

Pro-Beijing Taiwan mayor recalled in historic vote
The recall vote is another blow for the opposition Kuomintang party, who favors warmer relations with mainland China

Taiwan urges Beijing to acknowledge Tiananmen crackdown
Hundreds of people, mostly students, were killed on June 4, 1989 in Tiananmen Square during the Chinese Communist Party's suppression of demonstrations calling for democratic reforms

China must 'coexist' with a democratic Taiwan, says Tsai
In her speech during a deliberately stripped-down inauguration, Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen says, her country and China 'have a duty to find a way to coexist over the long term '

Taiwan says U.S. media expelled from China are welcome
'I'd like to welcome you to be stationed in Taiwan – a country that is a beacon of freedom and democracy,' Taipei's foreign minister tells journalists expelled from China

Taiwan angered by China military drills during virus outbreak
'As the world grapples with the severity of the COVID19 pandemic, China's military maneuvers around Taiwan have continued unabated," tweets Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen

Taiwan inmates join coronavirus fight with mask factory
Correctional facilities across Taiwan are taking part in the new scheme to manufacture cloth face masks and face mask protectors to supply their staff and the public

Taiwan hits out at China virus travel bans
Taiwan's foreign ministry says it is communicating with various governments to clarify that Taiwan 'is not part of the People's Republic of China'

China says Taiwan separatists will 'stink for eternity'
Newly-elected president Tsai Ing-wen draws the ire of Beijing for refusing to acknowledge that Taiwan is part of 'one China'

Gray erupts in spot start as Alab survives OJ Mayo-led Fubon
The win propels Alab Pilipinas to a 5-2 standing for the season heading to a two-game road trip

Catch 'em all: Tens of thousands join Taiwan 'Pokemon Go' safari
The four-day Pokemon Go Safari Zone in New Taipei City is expected to attract up to half a million fans of the cute fighting creatures

Taiwan leader meets Solomons envoy to shore up ties over China
The Solomon Islands are among only 17 countries that maintain official ties with Taiwan, but Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has vowed to review the relationship

Magnitude 5.9 earthquake jolts Taiwan
(3rd UPDATE) The quake struck at 5:28 am local time at a depth of 10 kilometers in northeastern Yilan county. High-rises swayed in the capital Taipei, waking people up from their sleep.

Mighty Sports completes Jones Cup sweep for 2nd club title
It's mission accomplished for Mighty Sports as the Philippine club pulls off a perfect 8-0 championship romp

Virtual champ: Mighty bags Jones Cup title with Taipei rout
Mighty Sports-Philippines stays unbeaten in 7 games to virtually clinch the 41st Jones Cup crown

HIGHLIGHTS: Philippines vs Chinese Taipei Blue - Jones Cup 2019
Bookmark this page for updates as Mighty Sports-Philippines tries to virtually clinch the crown against Chinese Taipei Blue on Saturday, July 20

U.S. approves potential $2.2 billion arms sale to Taiwan
The announcement is likely to anger Beijing, which views Taiwan as part of its territory and has previously expressed 'serious concerns' about the possible sale

Taiwan leader plans U.S. stopover on diplomatic tour
Taiwan president Tsai Ing-wen plans to transit through the US when she visits 4 Caribbean diplomatic allies

Taiwan braces for pro-China fake news deluge as elections loom
In Taiwan, the term 'red media' describes both legitimate news outlets, and more opaque online sources that flood the democratic island with either pro-China coverage or outright disinformation

Populist China-friendly mayor to run for Taiwan president
Han Kuo-yu, the mayor of Kaohsiung city, is among 5 candidates announced by the opposition Kuomintang party for its primary election

China says US 'playing with fire' over Taiwan
'The US recently often played the Taiwan card, in a vain attempt to use Taiwan to contain China. This is purely wishful thinking,' says a Chinese defense ministry spokesman

Taiwan president says U.S. trade deal would boost security
Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen says the US and Taiwanese economies are 'complementary' and that a trade pact could provide a model for the Indo-Pacific region

Taiwan unveils new drone as tensions with China mount
Taiwan's navy shows off its new, long-range surveillance drone, the 'Rui Yuan' (Sharp Hawk), which officials say can fly for 12 hours and is now helping to monitor movements in the disputed strait between Taiwan and China

PH men's poomsae trio bags silver in World Championships
Jean Pierre Sabido, Glenn Lava and Ernesto Guzman Jr deliver for the country in Day 1 of the worlds
Taiwan navy gets two new warships as China tensions grow
Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen vows the island would not 'concede one step' in defending itself

China 'seriously challenging' peace, says Taiwan president
'As Taiwan is on the frontline of the Western Pacific, we are naturally subject to tremendous pressure,' says President Tsai Ing-wen in speech marking Taiwan's National Day

U.S. accuses China of 'destabilizing' cross-Strait ties with El Salvador move
'This is a decision that affects not just El Salvador, but also the economic health and security of the entire Americas region,' the White House says

Taiwan protests claim it was source of P6.8-billion shabu
'We solemnly condemn the irresponsible news reports,' says Taiwan

Hong Kong's Cathay Pacific lists Taiwan as part of China
Even United States carriers are expected to change their listings of Taiwan, despite a White House statement in May that called China's demands 'Orwellian nonsense'

Jones Cup: Matt Nieto game-winner sinks Chinese Taipei-Blue
(UPDATED) The Blue Eagles stay in the running for a podium finish with a 5-2 record

Taiwan's Apache attack helicopters go into service amid China tensions
In a move likely to rile Beijing, Taiwan commissioned 29 US-made Apache AH-64E, also known as the 'tank killer'
Ateneo turns heads at Jones Cup debut, routs Chinese Taipei
The Blue Eagles blast the host team by 23 points in the international club tournament

AirAsia now flies from Clark to Taipei
The Taipei route from Clark is scheduled Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays

Taiwan extends visa-free entry for Filipinos until July 2019
The trial period of the visa-free privilege 'will continue until July 31, 2019, and will be reviewed for further extension,' says the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office

June Mar Fajardo proves worth with another masterful Gilas showing
'The Kraken' leads the Philippines with 22 points in a 22-point demolition of Chinese Taipei
Gilas Pilipinas frustrates Chinese Taipei in World Cup Qualifiers
(UPDATED) The Filipinos improve to a 4-1 record in Group B and hand the Taiwanese their 4th loss in 5 games
Familiarity key in Gilas-Chinese Taipei rematch
The Filipinos, although already assured of a spot in the second round of the Asian Qualifiers, are seeking to upset the Taiwanese in front of their home crowd
HIGHLIGHTS: Philippines vs Chinese Taipei - FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers 2018
Gilas Pilipinas will face the Taiwanese squad on Friday, June 29, at 7 p.m.
Romeo returns to international play as Gilas lineup vs Chinese Taipei revealed
Terrence Romeo's comeback provides a major offensive boost for the national side that's missing guards Kiefer Ravena and Kevin Alas
Taiwan president urges world to stand up to China – AFP interview
Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen urges other nations to unite in defending against China's expansionist aims and to protect shared liberal values

15-man Gilas pool arrives in Chinese Taipei as World Cup qualifiers resumes
The Nationals seek to reassert their mastery over the Taiwanese squad, which they defeated in the first window
U.S. unveils 'milestone' new de facto embassy in Taiwan
Donald Trump's administration is moving to strengthen ties with Taiwan in the face of China's diplomatic moves and military threats

#ThewRap: Things you need to know, June 8, 2018
Here are the stories you shouldn't miss this Friday

Taiwan military drill repels 'invasion' as China tensions rise
Live-fire drills begins with troops simulating surprise air and coastal assaults to reflect increased military threats from China, which sees Taiwan as a renegade province to be brought back into the fold – by force if necessary

'May the force be with you' in Taiwan's presidential office
The island's Vice President Chen Chien-jen and fans dressed as a motley crew of intergalactic characters chant "May the force be with you" in homage to the George Lucas space drama as part of events held around the world on May the fourth

Taiwan to stage live-fire drill simulating China 'invasion'
Taiwan's 5-day drill, codenamed 'Han Kuang,' which means 'Han Glory,' will start from June 4

Taiwan denies it was source of cocaine found in Sorsogon
The Taipei Economic and Cultural Office says 'so-called Taiwanese documents' submitted by the captain of the 'Jin Ming' ship were forged

Why Azkals fans shouldn't panic about the losses in Taiwan
The national team is beaten by Chinese Taipei and Timor Leste – a deep breath is needed

Fajardo silences doubters with gem of a game for Gilas Pilipinas
Gilas head coach Chot Reyes says he talked to June Mar Fajardo about not starting the game and the 6-foot-10 behemoth told him he was perfectly fine to be part of the second unit

Gilas Pilipinas claims win No. 2 in World Cup Asian Qualifiers
(3rd UPDATE) Gilas makes it 2-0 to land in a tie with fellow unbeaten squad Australia in Group B of the Fiba World Cup Asia Qualifier
