Tag: Republic of China

Vietnam Protests China’s Unilateral Fishing Ban in South China Sea

Vietnam has accused China of violating its sovereignty as Beijing imposed a unilateral annual fishing ban on the South China Sea. It has again brought to international attention the long disputed waters by eight governments. Since 1999, the Chinese communist regime has implemented seasonal fishing bans in the South China Sea every year, which have…


Taiwan’s 2024 Presidential Hopeful: Dr. William Lai

Taiwan’s pro-independence ruling party has nominated Vice President Lai Ching-te (or William Lai) as its 2024 presidential candidate ahead of next January’s election. Lai’s supporters believe that he could mend Taiwan’s political divide and stand up to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). Unlike some Taiwanese politicians, Lai is unafraid to address cross-strait issues head-on. He…


At Event With UN Envoy, US Says Committed to Taiwan’s International Participation

TAIPEI—The United States remains committed to expanding Taiwan’s space for international participation, a senior U.S. diplomat said at an event with Taiwan’s foreign minister that was also attended by the deputy U.S. ambassador to the United Nations. The Chinese regime claims Taiwan as its own, despite the fact that Taiwan is a de facto independent…


Australian PM Corrects ‘One Country, Two Systems’ Comments on Taiwan Policy

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has corrected remarks he made that Australia supports a “one country, two systems” approach to Taiwan, which has angered opposition politicians. Morrison twice referred to a “one country, two systems” approach towards Taiwan, which adopts the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) policy. In fact, since 1979, Australia’s official policy recognises the CCP as the…