Lai Ching Te News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Taiwan bolsters combat readiness, prepares for 'war of endurance' against China threat
Taipei May 24: Taiwan's military is prioritising combat readiness as a key aspect of deterrence due to escalating threats from China, as reported by Focus Taiwan, citing Minister of National Defence Wellington.
Taiwan spots 31 Chinese aircraft, 7 warships in its territory
Taipei, May 13: Taiwan on Tuesday said that it spotted 31 Chinese aircraft (30 of which crossed the median line of the strait and entered the northern and southwest airspace), 7 Chinese warships, and one official ship, continuing to operate around the Taiwan Strait.
Taiwan has no plans to take retaliatory actions against US tariff: President Lai
Taipei, April 7: Taiwan has no intention of retaliating against the 32 per cent tariff imposed by US President Donald Trump on Taiwanese goods, President Lai Ching-te said on Sunday, according to a report by Focus Taiwan.
Taiwan President meets ICT industry representatives amid US tariff concerns
Taipei, April 6: Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te on Saturday held a meeting with representatives from the information and communications technology (ICT) sector, which is set to face significant tariffs on exports to the United States, according to a report by Focus Taiwan.
China's provocations threaten regional peace, says Taiwan after Beijing's military drills
Taipei, April 1: Strongly condemning China's joint military drill around Taiwan, Taipei on Tuesday said that Beijing's provocations are threatening regional peace.
Taiwan plans response to US tariffs amid trade surplus
Taipei, April 1: Taiwan is preparing contingency plans in response to the United States' potential imposition of "reciprocal tariffs," with officials emphasising that the trade surplus stems from strong demand for Taiwanese technology, not unfair trade practices, Taiwan News reported.
Civil servants, officials should not possess any Chinese govt-issued ID: Taiwan govt
Taipei, Feb 28: Taiwan has announced a new regulation under which civil servants in the country would have to pledge not having residency in China besides also not possessing any Chinese ID, including national identification, a residential certificate, or a passport.
Taiwan Vice President highlights Taiwan's efforts to strengthen defences against China
Taipei, February 24: Taiwanese Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim underscored Taiwan's efforts to bolster its defences against China, Taiwan News reported. She made these remarks during her address at the Halifax International Security Forum in Taipei on Friday.
Taiwan says committed to defending itself amid rising threats from China
Taipei, Feb 22: While speaking at the closing ceremony of Halifax International Security Forum 2025 in Taiwan's capital, Taipei, Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim emphasised the nation's commitment to defend itself and urged its allies and like-minded partners to uphold global peace and prosperity.
Despite progress Taiwan's civil defence efforts still inadequate
Taipei, January 14: Taiwan has made significant progress in strengthening its civil defence under President Lai Ching-te, but experts warn that further measures are needed to ensure the country's resilience against growing threats, particularly from China, Taiwan News reported.