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Taiwan Asserts Global Role After Delayed Africa Visit Amid China Pressure

Taipei — Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said on Tuesday the island has the “right to engage with the world” following

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Taiwan’s Lai to Visit Eswatini, Island’s Last African Ally

Taipei— Lai Ching-te will travel to Eswatini from April 22 to 26, his office said on Monday, marking a visit

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US senator warns Taiwan against ‘naivety’ on China during visit

Taipei — U.S. Senator John Curtis warned Taiwan on Tuesday not to underestimate China’s intentions, citing developments in Hong Kong

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U.S. accelerates Taiwan arms deliveries amid mounting China threat, Taipei says

Taipei — Taiwan said on Wednesday the United States has a “quite high” sense of urgency in expediting delayed weapons

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Taiwan says U.S. F-16V deliveries to begin this year after delays

Taipei— Taiwan said deliveries of delayed F-16V fighter jets from the United States will begin this year, with production now