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How Trump's Venezuela Move Could Backfire on Taiwan

December 20, 2025

Trump's recent move to block Venezuelan oil tankers is a big deal. It's a strong step against Venezuela's President Maduro. But it might not be the smartest move for the U. S. in the long run. The U. S. has been worried about China for a while. China might try to block Taiwan by sea. If that happen

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Taiwan's Bold Move: Boosting Defense to Counter China's Threats

November 29, 2025

Taiwan is stepping up its defense game. President Lai Ching-te has announced a massive $40 billion boost to military spending. This extra cash will focus on buying quick, mobile weapons from the U. S. to keep China's bigger military at bay. China sees Taiwan as its territory and isn't shy about usi

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A Calm Call Amidst Rising Tensions

November 27, 2025

In a recent phone call, former U. S. President Donald Trump advised Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to ease tensions with China. This conversation came after a heated exchange between Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, where Xi emphasized China's stance on Taiwan. Takaichi had previously

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Japan's Stance on Taiwan: A Nation Split

November 16, 2025

Japan is in a tough spot. The country is torn on whether to step in if China attacks Taiwan. A recent survey shows almost half of the people are for it, while the other half are against. This is a big deal because Japan's prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, has been talking tough about defending Taiwan.

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Taiwan's Leader Speaks Up for Stronger EU Teamwork

November 8, 2025

In a bold move, Taiwan's vice president, Bi-Khim Hsiao, recently spoke to a group of international lawmakers in Brussels. She made a strong case for the European Union to strengthen its bonds with Taiwan, especially in trade and security. Her speech came at a time when China is increasing its pressu

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Taiwan's Vice President Visits Europe: A Bold Step in Global Diplomacy

November 8, 2025

In a surprising move, Taiwan's Vice President, Hsiao Bi-khim, recently traveled to Belgium. She addressed lawmakers at the European Parliament. This visit is part of Taiwan's growing efforts to connect with Europe. Normally, Taiwan's top officials don't make such high-profile trips. This is because

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China's Bold Move Near Taiwan Amidst Upcoming Trump-Xi Talks

October 27, 2025

China recently showcased its military might by flying H-6K bombers near Taiwan, as reported by Chinese state media. This move comes just before the U. S. and Chinese presidents are set to meet in South Korea. The bombers, capable of carrying nuclear weapons, participated in simulated confrontation d

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China and Taiwan: A Clash of Words and Views

October 26, 2025

A top Chinese leader recently spoke about the idea of bringing Taiwan back under its control in a peaceful way. Wang Huning, a key figure in China's government, mentioned this during a special event in Beijing. He said China wants to share its growth with Taiwan but won't accept any moves towards Ta

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Taiwan's Opposition Leader Gets a Message from China's President

October 19, 2025

China's leader, Xi Jinping, sent a note to the new head of Taiwan's opposition party, Cheng Li-wun. He talked about bringing Taiwan and China closer together. This is a big deal because Taiwan and China don't always get along. China sees Taiwan as part of its territory, but Taiwan disagrees. Cheng

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Pacific Islands Stand Firm: Who Gets a Seat at the Table?

August 14, 2025

The Pacific Islands Forum recently made headlines for a bold move. They decided to keep 21 donor countries, including big names like the United States and China, out of their top political meeting. This decision wasn't made lightly. It came after a long talk among foreign ministers in Fiji. Why did