U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander Admiral Samuel Paparo says China is vastly outproducing the United States in military hardware, warning that the imbalance could complicate efforts to defend Taiwan.
U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander Admiral Samuel Paparo says China is vastly outproducing the United States in military hardware, warning that the imbalance could complicate efforts to defend Taiwan.
The Taiwan dollar saw its sharpest single-day rise in 37 years on Monday, leading to many exchangers scrambling in hopes of turning a profit. Many showed up at banks, and even …
The Taiwan dollar saw its sharpest single-day rise in 37 years on Monday, leading to many exchangers scrambling in hopes of turning a profit. Many showed up at banks, and even more logged into their banking apps, which could not handle to traffic. At the end of the day, the Taiwan dollar closed at NT$30.145 against the greenback, a 91.9 cent increase. The exchange volume also broke records at US$4.01 billion. The bank is packed with people looking to exchange currencies. Exchanging for USDI rushed to get here when I saw that it’s NT$29. But wow, it’s still NT$30. I’m shocked. I didn’t expect to see so many people here.The Taiwan dollar has seen a sharp rise since the start of the month. On Monday, it reached NT$29.59 against the greenback, while the percentage increase reached a 37-year high. As for the Japanese yen, it was worth as little as NT$0.2090 at one point. In other words, with NT$100,000, you could get an additional 53,000 yen compared to just 15 days ago. Banking apps could not handle all the traffic from the great number of people looking to score a good deal.It may be great news for importers and Taiwanese traveling abroad, but a nightmare for exporters and US dollar holders.Voice of Teng Kuei-yuMachinery parts manufacturerWith the appreciation, I believe more than half of SMEs will go under. Why? Let’s say I gave a quote when it was NT$33, but now it’s NT$29, meaning there’s a NT$4 difference. In other words, if I have an order worth US$10 million, I’d be losing NT$40 million. On Monday, the Taiwan dollar gained another 91.9 cents against the dollar to close at NT$30.145 for one US dollar. The total exchange volume reached US$4.01 billion to set a new record in a single day.It was speculated that the administration had agreed to a “Mar-a-Lago Accord” with the US to allow the dollar to depreciate, causing the Taiwan dollar’s sharp rise since May 3. Central Bank Governor Yang Chin-long on Monday denied the rumor.Yang Chin-longCentral Bank governorIn fact, the Central Bank does not manipulate the currency. We’re also not listed as a currency manipulator. As for the so-called Mar-a-Lago Accord which has the US pressure trade adversaries to appreciate their currency, I’ve already addressed this during a legislative appellation. We’ve always emphasized that there is no such agreement.Yang said the US did not pressure Taiwan to appreciate its currency, nor is Taiwan named a currency manipulator. He also stressed that the central bank is not involved in trade talks, and urged the public to refrain from speculations. #finance #forex #Trump #tradewar #tariffs #MarALagoAccord#台灣新聞 #TaiwanNews #民視新聞 #FTV新聞 #Taiwan
An American warship sailed through the Taiwan Strait in a calculated display of U.S. presence amid ongoing geopolitical and trade tensions with China during the Trump administration.The USS William P. Lawrence, …
An American warship sailed through the Taiwan Strait in a calculated display of U.S. presence amid ongoing geopolitical and trade tensions with China during the Trump administration.The USS William P. Lawrence, an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, transited the 110-mile (177 km) wide strait on April 23 in what the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command described as a routine passage “through waters where freedoms of navigation and overflight apply, in accordance with international law.” At the time of the transit, a U.S. Navy MQ-4C Triton reconnaissance drone, operating from Andersen Air Force Base in Guam, was observed loitering south of the Taiwan Strait, according to data from the flight-tracking service Flightradar24.This was the second such transit by a U.S. warship during President Donald Trump’s second term and the first since early February, when the USS Ralph Johnson and the USNS Bowditch, a noncommissioned oceanographic survey ship, passed through the same contested corridor.In February, Japan and Canada deployed warships through the strait, directly challenging China’s territorial claims. Their actions added them to a growing number of U.S. allies demonstrating support for freedom of navigation in the region. In this video, Defense Updates analyzes how USS William P. Lawrence has called China’s bluff ?
As U.S.–China trade tensions heat up, all eyes are on whether Beijing and Washington have started talks. But behind the headlines lies a deeper story: some experts believe Xi Jinping’s real …
As U.S.–China trade tensions heat up, all eyes are on whether Beijing and Washington have started talks. But behind the headlines lies a deeper story: some experts believe Xi Jinping’s real agenda isn’t about tariffs — it’s about Taiwan. In this episode, we reveal how the CCP is using trade negotiations to pressure Trump into making a political concession on Taiwan, and why Beijing sees Taiwan as the ultimate bargaining chip. We break down Xi’s possible secret demands, the growing recall movement inside Taiwan, and why the CCP is panicking behind closed doors. From trade war tactics to Taiwan’s frontline fight, this is the hidden chessboard shaping the future of U.S.–China relations — and the fate of democracy in Asia. 1. Are the U.S. and China really talking over tariffs? 2. Did Xi Jinping call Trump ?3. Why Taiwan is at the heart of China’s strategy4. Why Beijing is desperate to seize Taiwan now 5. The latest developments inside Taiwan — and why they matter
Tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets of Taipei on April 26, 2025, as part of an opposition rally against Taiwanese leader William Lai Ching-te. The Kuomintang (KMT), which …
Tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets of Taipei on April 26, 2025, as part of an opposition rally against Taiwanese leader William Lai Ching-te. The Kuomintang (KMT), which organised the rally, claimed that more than 200,000 supporters attended the event. Citing an unidentified police source, Taiwan news site UDN.com said that at least 60,000 people were there. The rally is the latest episode in a controversial campaign to recall legislators. The island has been embroiled in the campaign, backed by Lai’s Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), which threatens the recall of 34 lawmakers from the mainland China-friendly KMT. The KMT, which has not held the presidency since 2016, has 52 of Taiwan’s 113 legislative seats.
The Philippine Navy reports that five underwater drones were found in the country’s waters between 2022 and 2024. These devices, bearing Chinese markings, may have been gathering information that could be …
The Philippine Navy reports that five underwater drones were found in the country’s waters between 2022 and 2024. These devices, bearing Chinese markings, may have been gathering information that could be used to conduct “underwater warfare,” said a Philippine Navy spokesperson.What is the geopolitical significance of these waters, and what kind of intelligence might these drones be collecting? Watch the analysis of our guests, Tso Chen-dong and Renato Cruz de Castro.
In today’s show: Thousands Rally Alongside KMT Lawmakers, Calling for End to “Judicial Persecution” The Philippines Accuses China of Interfering in Upcoming Midterm Elections Crowds of Mourners, World Leaders Gather for …
In today’s show: Thousands Rally Alongside KMT Lawmakers, Calling for End to “Judicial Persecution” The Philippines Accuses China of Interfering in Upcoming Midterm Elections Crowds of Mourners, World Leaders Gather for Pope Francis’ Funeral Obituary: Remembering Pope Francis How World War II Affected Taiwan
Taiwan’s defense ministry says there is no date set for the next phase of tests for the country’s domestically made submarine. But how important are submarines to Taiwan’s defense? TaiwanPlus sat …
Taiwan’s defense ministry says there is no date set for the next phase of tests for the country’s domestically made submarine. But how important are submarines to Taiwan’s defense? TaiwanPlus sat down with Tom Shugart of the Center for New American Security to find out.
India reportedly plans to expand cheap loans to more countries to purchase its arms—including missiles, helicopters and battleships. With India’s defense exports having more than tripled over the past five years, …
India reportedly plans to expand cheap loans to more countries to purchase its arms—including missiles, helicopters and battleships. With India’s defense exports having more than tripled over the past five years, do these developments signal a challenge to Russia’s long-standing dominance in the global arms market? Join the discussion with our guests, Mumin Chen and Alexander Huang.
China conducted a two-day military exercise around Taiwan called “Strait Thunder-2025A” from April 1 to April 2. The exercise, announced only on its second day, drew attention due to several unusual …
China conducted a two-day military exercise around Taiwan called “Strait Thunder-2025A” from April 1 to April 2. The exercise, announced only on its second day, drew attention due to several unusual operational choices. Observers noted multiple apparent inconsistencies, prompting debate about the overall effectiveness and strategic intent of the drills.
Xi Jinping’s purge in the military has caused the PLA to bleed. The Eastern Theater Command, which is responsible for Taiwan operation, has been most affected. The Chinese PLA’s most recent …
Xi Jinping’s purge in the military has caused the PLA to bleed. The Eastern Theater Command, which is responsible for Taiwan operation, has been most affected. The Chinese PLA’s most recent joint military exercises were hastily put together and abrupted halted. The reason? The commanders are under investigation. An insider shares details of the PLA’s most recent military drills and it’s unbelievable.
The U.S. has sentenced former army analyst Korbein Schultz to seven years in prison for selling military secrets to China. The classified information included lessons learned from the Ukraine-Russia war and …
The U.S. has sentenced former army analyst Korbein Schultz to seven years in prison for selling military secrets to China. The classified information included lessons learned from the Ukraine-Russia war and U.S. military planning for the defense of Taiwan.
Taiwan’s Navy Fleet Command has confirmed a fire broke out on the Ma Kong warship while it was docked in northeastern Taiwan. No injuries have been reported.
Taiwan’s Navy Fleet Command has confirmed a fire broke out on the Ma Kong warship while it was docked in northeastern Taiwan. No injuries have been reported.
The Philippine and US militaries on Monday kicked off three weeks of joint exercises that will simulate a “full-scale battle scenario”, as the two allies seek to deter Beijing’s ambitions in …
The Philippine and US militaries on Monday kicked off three weeks of joint exercises that will simulate a “full-scale battle scenario”, as the two allies seek to deter Beijing’s ambitions in the disputed South China Sea.As many as 17,000 personnel are expected to take part in the annual “Balikatan”, or “shoulder to shoulder” drills, which for the first time will include an integrated air and missile defence simulation, to be attended by President Ferdinand Marcos.Sophisticated US weapons including the NMESIS anti-ship missile system will also be deployed, including near a crucial chokepoint in the waters separating the northern Philippines from self-ruled Taiwan.”We will demonstrate not just our will to uphold our mutual defence treaty in existence since 1951 but our matchless capability to do so,” US Marine Corps Lieutenant General James Glynn said at Monday’s opening ceremony in Manila.#philippines #china #us #southchinasea #manila #balikatan n18oc_world n18oc_crux0:00 INTRODUCTION3:32 US DEPLOYS ‘9000 TROOPS, NMESIS SYSTEM’ FOR BALIKATAN5:36 INDIA ‘SHIPS’ SECOND BRAHMOS SYSTEM TO PHILIPPINES7:02 CHINA TESTS NON-NUCLEAR BOMB
A memo from Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. paves the way for more of the country’s officials to travel to Taiwan, ending a blanket ban under previous policy. The memo also …
A memo from Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. paves the way for more of the country’s officials to travel to Taiwan, ending a blanket ban under previous policy. The memo also opens the door for official delegations from Taiwan to visit the Philippines.
Some experts believe that China’s involvement in the Ukraine war could serve as a way to gain combat experience for a potential invasion of Taiwan, given that China has not fought …
Some experts believe that China’s involvement in the Ukraine war could serve as a way to gain combat experience for a potential invasion of Taiwan, given that China has not fought a war in more than 40 years. Our guests, Guermantes Lailari and Sana Hashmi, share their insights.
Chinese fighters have been sent to the frontlines in Ukraine. Two were captured by Kyiv. Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Beijing is turning a blind eye to their recruitment. China denies these claims. …
Chinese fighters have been sent to the frontlines in Ukraine. Two were captured by Kyiv. Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Beijing is turning a blind eye to their recruitment. China denies these claims. However, Reuters and other media report that Chinese People’s Liberation Army officers are serving behind Russian frontlines with Beijing’s approval. Our guests: Sana Hashmi Taiwan-Asia Exchange Foundation Postdoctoral Fellow Guermantes Lailari Retired U.S. Air Force Foreign Area Officer Chapters00:00:00 Chinese Fighters Join Russia in Ukraine00:01:02 Zelenskyy: China Involved in War00:12:24 China Hasn’t Fought in 40+ Years00:19:28 China Vows to ‘Fight to the End’
The highest U.S. tariff that can be levied on Chinese goods stands at 245 percent, according to the White House. How did the United States arrive at the sky-high number? We …
The highest U.S. tariff that can be levied on Chinese goods stands at 245 percent, according to the White House. How did the United States arrive at the sky-high number? We have the details on a new fact sheet.Anxiety and concerns rise among Chinese exporters as orders from the United States dry up. What do business owners tell us about the developing situation?Hong Kong will stop shipping goods bound for the United States in response to the new U.S. tariffs on China.Disturbing reports emerge from China. The country’s transplant industry is publicizing the transplant of organs from days-old infants into adult patients. The news floated to the surface after a Taiwanese singer received heart and liver transplants in China, and now faces controversy.00:00 Intro01:10 China Faces Up to 245% US Tariffs02:12 Trump: ‘Ball Is in China’s Court’03:27 Chinese Exporters Under Pressure from US Tariffs06:12 Hong Kong Post to Stop Shipping US-Bound Goods08:13 Taiwanese Singer’s Organ Transplants Spark Controversy14:28 US, Japan Meet to Negotiate Tariffs, Trade Fairness15:44 China’s Strategic Moves Amid US-EU Tariff Disputes17:37 CSIS: China’s Minerals Halt Could Threaten US Defense
Taiwan’s interior ministry has rolled out a new website for religious groups to register their plans for travel in China so the government can offer assistance should things go awry. The …
Taiwan’s interior ministry has rolled out a new website for religious groups to register their plans for travel in China so the government can offer assistance should things go awry. The move comes after reports of Taiwanese visitors being detained and questioned by Chinese authorities.
Taiwan’s defense minister Wellington Koo says 62 service members have been found to hold Chinese residence permits. However, Koo said no military personnel have a Chinese passport or ID card.
Taiwan’s defense minister Wellington Koo says 62 service members have been found to hold Chinese residence permits. However, Koo said no military personnel have a Chinese passport or ID card.
President Trump’s tariff policies continue to reshape global trade dynamics. Tensions between the U.S. and China are escalating, as the EU tries to navigate its role in the standoff. After Trump …
President Trump’s tariff policies continue to reshape global trade dynamics. Tensions between the U.S. and China are escalating, as the EU tries to navigate its role in the standoff. After Trump announced an alarmingly high tariff of 145% on Chinese goods, Beijing retaliated with its own tariffs. Since then, the White House has announced that China would be hit with even more extreme tariffs of 245%. Meanwhile, Europe faces the threat of an influx of Chinese imports and is reconsidering its alliances, with potential negotiations with China set to begin on electric vehicle pricing. This video explores how the U.S.-China trade conflict is disrupting global markets, Europe’s stance, and the broader geopolitical consequences for international diplomacy. (Filmed on April 15) Our guests are: Amanda Hsiao Eurasia Group China Director Marc Cheng European Union Centre in Taiwan Executive Director Chapters 00:00:00 – Trump’s Tariffs Spark Global Reaction 00:00:51 – U.S.-China Trade Standoff Escalates 00:03:23 – Where Does EU Stand on U.S.-China? 00:05:57 – Are EU Sectors Facing New Threats? 00:08:34 – Will ‘America First’ Isolate the U.S.? 00:15:00 – Standoff Over Communication 00:18:54 – EU Reconsiders China Trade Ties 00:19:08 – EU President to Visit China in July 00:21:05 – EU, China Challenge U.S. Power 00:21:53 – EU May Lift Tariffs on Chinese EVs
Two weeks into the tariff war, the real battle is just beginning. While Trump stuns the world with a 145% tariff on Chinese goods, a leaked CCP directive reveals Beijing is …
Two weeks into the tariff war, the real battle is just beginning. While Trump stuns the world with a 145% tariff on Chinese goods, a leaked CCP directive reveals Beijing is preparing for something far more dangerous: a total war — economic, political, and military. The classified document, so secret it could only be read in sealed rooms, outlines Xi Jinping’s plan to counter the U.S. through financial strikes, global manipulation, and a possible war in the Taiwan Strait. In this program, we expose the full contents of the leak, reveal how Chinese officials are reacting, and explain why this confrontation may be Xi’s last gamble — and the CCP’s most desperate hour yet.
There is growing concern about the risk of war in the Taiwan Strait. Many fear that the Chinese communist regime may resort to an external conflict to survive a political crisis. …
There is growing concern about the risk of war in the Taiwan Strait. Many fear that the Chinese communist regime may resort to an external conflict to survive a political crisis. One military expert has outlined three scenarios in which the CCP might launch an offensive in the Pacific. How likely are these scenarios to unfold? Are we closer to war than we realize?
Chinese espionage has infiltrated Taiwan at the highest levels, including the Presidential Office. Individuals have been accused of accepting bribes and secretly photographing sensitive internal documents. Our guests, Mathieu Duchâtel, Renato …
Chinese espionage has infiltrated Taiwan at the highest levels, including the Presidential Office. Individuals have been accused of accepting bribes and secretly photographing sensitive internal documents. Our guests, Mathieu Duchâtel, Renato Cruz de Castro and Ronan Fu, discuss the impact on Taiwan.
President Lai Ching-te says Taiwan is forging a deeper trade relationship with the United States. His government has begun the first phase of trade talks, seeking to avoid a 32% tariff …
President Lai Ching-te says Taiwan is forging a deeper trade relationship with the United States. His government has begun the first phase of trade talks, seeking to avoid a 32% tariff on exports. 📹 Reporter(s): Fuhua Hung/Chris Gorin#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #President #trade #US
Taiwan Waits While the U.S. and China Mull Tariff Tactics TSMC Reports Large Increase in Profits in First Quarter Preview New Immigrants Speak Out Against Document Demand Taiwan’s Military to Boost …
Taiwan Waits While the U.S. and China Mull Tariff Tactics TSMC Reports Large Increase in Profits in First Quarter Preview New Immigrants Speak Out Against Document Demand Taiwan’s Military to Boost Domestic Drone Production Analysis: Using Drones To Create a Taiwan Strait “Hellscape” Taiwan’s Burmese-Chinese Community Rings in a Somber New Year📹 Anchor: Reece Ayers#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews-
China issues a 125 percent retaliation duty against the US. This comes after President Donald Trump announced he would pause tariffs above the 10 percent baseline for everyone but China. We …
China issues a 125 percent retaliation duty against the US. This comes after President Donald Trump announced he would pause tariffs above the 10 percent baseline for everyone but China. We have details on the latest escalation.From oil to agricultural products, take a look at which U.S. industries are poised to get hit by China’s tariffs.In the fallout from the trade war, Tesla has stopped accepting orders in China for two of its EV models, both of which normally get shipped to China from the United States. At the same time, cargo containers originally headed to the U.S. are now piling up in a Shanghai port.And the man who heads the U.S. Indo-Pacific command sends out a warning that the Chinese Communist Party’s military threat is growing toward Taiwan and U.S. allies in the Pacific.00:00 Intro01:17 China Hikes Tariffs on US Imports in Retaliation03:55 Which US Industries Will Get Hit by China’s Tariffs?04:15 Tesla Halts Model S, Model X Orders in China05:22 Cargo Containers of US Exports Pile Up at China Port05:59 Canada Prime Minister Pledges to Counter US Tariffs06:37 Trump Threatens Tariffs on Mexico Over Water Dispute07:00 Experts: Beijing Unlikely to Back Down; Here’s Why12:55 Hearing Covers China’s Growing Threat in Pacific15:20 Bomb Threats Targeting Shen Yun in Taiwan20:12 Victims of Communism Caucus Relaunched
Prosecutors in Taiwan are charging a Chinese ship captain with severing an undersea cable off Taiwan’s southwest coast. It’s the first time Taiwan has indicted somebody on such charges.
Prosecutors in Taiwan are charging a Chinese ship captain with severing an undersea cable off Taiwan’s southwest coast. It’s the first time Taiwan has indicted somebody on such charges.