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Mainland China lashes out after Taiwan’s incoming leader William Lai invokes Japan to warn of cross-strait risks

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Beijing has lashed out at Taiwanese president-elect William Lai Ching-te for “ingratiating” himself with Japan, less than two weeks before he is sworn in. Lai said on Wednesday that he hoped to strengthen cooperation between Taiwan and Japan during his term in office, create economic prosperity for both sides, and “jointly maintain peace and stability … Read more

As Israel’s foreign ties falter amid war in Gaza, Taiwan sees chance to cosy up

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According to Abby Lee, Taiwan’s representative in Israel, Taiwan has provided humanitarian relief and help to non-governmental organisations on the ground in Israel since the beginning of the war. This has included offering food and clothes to evacuees and psychological help to those who were impacted by the October 7 attack. Lee said that in … Read more