US State Department Removes “No Independence” Statement from Taiwan Fact Sheet

美國國務院從台灣概況說明書中刪除「不支持獨立」聲明 Richard Sanders, Taichung Washington D.C. – The United States Department of State has updated its fact sheet on U.S.-Taiwan relations, removing a key phrase stating that the U.S. “does not support Taiwan independence.” The change, made public on Thursday, has been welcomed by Taiwanese officials as a sign of strengthened support. The previous version…

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Taiwan cracks down on firms helping residents apply for Chinese identity cards

by Martib Haffner Associate Editor Taipei, Taiwan – In a move aimed at safeguarding its sovereignty and national security, Taiwan’s government is intensifying its crackdown on businesses and individuals assisting Taiwanese citizens in obtaining Chinese identity cards. The measures, recently announced and implemented, reflect growing concerns over potential risks associated with dual citizenship and Beijing’s…

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China Strengthens Global Position Amid U.S. Political Turmoil

by Richard Sanders in Tainan, Taiwan In recent weeks, the Trump administration has rolled out a flurry of initiatives and controversies on the international stage, including imposing tariffs, slashing international aid budgets, and engaging in discussions with Vladimir Putin regarding the Ukraine conflict. However, the most significant long-term challenge for the U.S. remains its relationship…

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