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China’s national observatory renews blue alert for heavy rainstorms expected to impact southern, southwestern, and eastern regions, including Guizhou, Guangdong, Guangxi, and the Taiwan region.
The Chinese mainland will suspend tariff concessions on 134 items from the Taiwan region starting June 15, citing unaddressed trade restrictions by the Taiwan authorities.
At the WHA meeting, the U.S. push for Taiwan’s observer status has sparked tensions with China, highlighting complexities in global health cooperation and international relations.
The World Health Assembly has rejected a proposal on the Taiwan region’s participation for the eighth consecutive year, reaffirming the one-China principle supported by the international community.
A mainland spokesperson stated that the Taiwan region’s exclusion from the WHO assembly reaffirms the global commitment to the one-China principle.
Lai Ching-te’s firm stance on Taiwan’s future raises concerns over cross-strait relations and regional stability.
China has lodged a formal protest with the U.S. over Secretary of State Blinken’s congratulatory message to the Taiwan region’s new leader, citing violations of the one-China principle.
Lai Ching-te, the new leader of the Taiwan region, delivered an inaugural speech highlighting his vision for the region and raising discussions on cross-strait relations with the Chinese mainland.
An expert explains how intense tectonic movements caused a magnitude-7.3 earthquake in China’s Taiwan region, resulting in strong tremors felt in Southeast China, and warns of potential aftershocks.
A magnitude-7.3 earthquake struck off Hualien County in the Taiwan region, causing significant damage and trapping residents. Rescue teams are working tirelessly amid challenging conditions.
A powerful magnitude-7.3 earthquake struck off the coast of Hualien County in the Taiwan region on Wednesday, resulting in at least nine deaths and hundreds of injuries, causing widespread disruption.
Rescue teams from Taipei and New Taipei City are mobilizing after a magnitude-7.3 earthquake struck the waters off Hualien County in the Taiwan region, with roads to the area currently closed.
An exclusive dashcam captures the moment a magnitude-7.3 earthquake jolted a highway in China’s Taiwan region, as the powerful quake struck off Hualien County, shaking the region and reminding residents of seismic risks.
Two strong earthquakes of magnitude 7.3 and 6.0 struck the waters off Hualien County in Taiwan region Wednesday morning, causing significant tremors felt by residents. Authorities are assessing the situation.
China’s Ministry of Natural Resources issues a level-1 tsunami alert after a magnitude-7.3 earthquake strikes near Hualien in the Taiwan region, prompting safety warnings for coastal areas.
Over 11,000 passenger trips are expected during the Qingming Festival under the “mini three links” between the Chinese mainland and the Taiwan region, marking a 25% increase from March.
China reaffirms its commitment to peaceful reunification with the Taiwan region, emphasizing a consistent stance despite concerns from some Western observers about a shift in policy.
Parliament of Nauru approves motion to restore full diplomatic relations with China, recognizing the one-China principle and severing ties with Taiwan region.
Nauru has severed ties with the Taiwan region, recognizing Beijing as China’s sole legitimate government, a move that could impact cross-strait relations and the Pacific’s geopolitical landscape.
The Republic of Nauru has recognized the one-China principle, severing “diplomatic relations” with the Taiwan region. China welcomes the decision, marking a new era in bilateral relations.