Category: Tsai Ing-wen

LIVE August 2, 10:53 PM ET: Pelosi and Taiwanese President Hold Press Briefing

U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen will hold a joint press briefing in Taipei, Taiwan, at 10:53 a.m. Wednesday (10:53 p.m. ET). Pelosi arrived in Taiwan on Aug. 2, in spite of continued threats of violence from the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and its propaganda organs. She issued a public statement upon…


LIVE August 2, 10:30 PM ET: Pelosi Meets Taiwanese President

U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi will meet with Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen and hold a joint press briefing in Taipei, Taiwan, on Wednesday. Pelosi arrived in Taiwan on Aug. 2, in spite of continued threats of violence from the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and its propaganda organs. She issued a public statement upon arrival in Taiwan,…


LIVE NOW: Pelosi Meets Taiwanese President

U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi will meet with Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen and hold a joint press briefing in Taipei, Taiwan, on Wednesday. Pelosi arrived in Taiwan on Aug. 2, in spite of continued threats of violence from the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and its propaganda organs. She issued a public statement upon arrival in Taiwan,…


Former House Speaker Gingrich Says Pelosi Should Go to Taiwan to Demonstrate American Strength

Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich is calling on Speaker Nancy Pelosi to visit Taiwan and ignore China’s threat. China is threatening the United States over Pelosi’s potential Taiwan visit. A plan is being created to escort her to Taiwan safely. But what would it say about U.S. credibility if the trip is canceled?…


Taiwan Touts New Air Force Advanced Training Jet’s Abilities

TAITUNG, Taiwan—Taiwan’s air force showed off its new locally designed and made jet trainer on Wednesday, touting the more advanced, combat-capable abilities of the aircraft that will replace aging and accident-prone existing equipment. Taiwan’s armed forces are mostly equipped by the United States, but President Tsai Ing-wen has made development of an advanced home-grown defense…


US Will Face ‘Consequences’ Over Pelosi’s Reported Visit to Taiwan, China Warns

China warned on April 7 that it would respond “resolutely” if House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) visits Taiwan. Wang Yi, the Chinese regime’s foreign minister, said the response would ensure Washington bears “all the consequences,” without providing details. He also accused the United States of trampling on its “red line” over Taiwan. Pelosi’s trip to Asia…


Taiwanese President Calls for ‘All-Out Defense’ Strategy, Referencing Ukraine War

Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen called for civil efforts to defend the country against the increased authoritarian threat, referencing the Ukraine war, as she visited training army reservists. “The recent situation in Ukraine once again proved that to protect the country, in addition to the assistance from the international society, depends on the unity of the…


Ukraine War Is a Study Case for Taiwan’s Defense Against China: US Defense Official

Ukraine’s fierce resistance against invading Russian forces could be a model for how Taiwan should defend itself in the event of an invasion by the Chinese regime, a senior defense official told senators at a congressional hearing on March 10. “I think the situation we’re seeing in Ukraine right now is a very worthwhile case…


Blinken Tells China ‘World Is Watching’ Its Response to Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken put pressure on China over the Ukraine crisis on March 5, telling his Chinese counterpart that the “world is watching” amid Beijing’s continued refusal to condemn Russia over its military aggression against its neighbor. Blinken made the remark during a phone call with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. According…


Taiwanese President Honors Pompeo for Support During His Time as Secretary of State

The Taiwanese president honored former U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on March 3, praising Pompeo’s backing of the democratic island during his time under former U.S. President Donald Trump. “Just now, the Order of Brilliant Star with Special Grand Cordon was presented to Mr. Pompeo for his contributions to advancing Taiwan–U.S. relations,” President Tsai…