Politics

The Chinese Foreign Ministry in Beijing. China accused Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi of "seriously" violating the "One China" principle. (Photo by Tomoki Mera)
International relations

China condemns Japan as Takaichi meets Taiwan's APEC representative

Japanese PM tells former Taiwanese vice premier she hopes for closer ties

2 November 2025
Sheh Kai Precision, a screw manufacturer based in Taiwan's Kaohsiung, is one of many companies fretting over the impact of U.S. tariffs and uncertainty surrounding a potential trade deal. (Photo by Thompson Chau)
Trump tariffs

Trump's Taiwan tariff casts pall over non-chip industries

From screws to bicycles, manufacturers dread uncertainty but seek silver linings

23 October 2025
Anti-landing barricades are placed on a beach in Taiwan's Kinmen with Xiamen, China, in the background.
Taiwan tensions

Trump downplays Taiwan risk in China talks, expects fair trade deal

USTR Greer accuses Beijing of engaging in 'economic coercion'

21 October 2025
The KMT's Cheng Li-wun speaks about her plans at the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents' Club. (Photo by Michael Saul Garber)
Politics

KMT picks upstart Cheng Li-wun as new leader, jolting Taiwan's old guard

55-year-old is second woman to be elected chief in opposition party's history

19 October 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump, left, and Chinese President Xi Jinping. (Nikkei montage/Source photos by Reuters)
Comment

Trump risks roiling ties if he tweaks wording on Taiwan to please China

Experts fear US may shift from 'not supporting' independence to outright 'opposing' it

18 October 2025
An honor guard is seen in front of the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall in Taipei. The Kuomintang, Taiwan's biggest opposition party, is set to elect a new leader this weekend.
Politics

Taiwan's KMT to pick new leader after fierce race: 5 things to know

Opposition party's Saturday vote will decide generational and ideological battle

17 October 2025
Taipei on Oct. 9. Squabbling has erupted inside Taiwan's KMT over alleged Chinese interference ahead of a leadership vote this coming weekend.
Politics

Taiwan's KMT leadership contest roiled by accusations of Chinese influence

Party bigwig calls on Beijing to stop videos, urges security agency to investigate

14 October 2025
Saurabh Agrawal, left, chairman of Tata Capital, and Rajiv Sabharwal, managing director and CEO of Tata Capital, at a press conference announcing the company's initial public offering in Mumbai on Sept. 29.
Your Week in Asia

Tata Capital IPO, KMT leadership election, US-China port fees

Your weekly lineup of Asia's biggest business and political events

12 October 2025
Containers and equipment are seen at Taiwan's Port of Keelung in April.
Trade

Tech power Taiwan's global trade diplomacy struggles for traction

Canada keeps Taipei waiting on concluded pact, sources say, as others hold off

12 October 2025
Chinese and Taiwanese flags are seen in this illustration.
Taiwan tensions

China issues bounty for Taiwan PsyOps unit for 'separatism'

Tensions escalate as Taipei boosts defenses and rejects Beijing's accusations

11 October 2025
Nicholas Burns, a former U.S. ambassador to China, called the frequent talks between the U.S. and China a positive development. (Photo by Takako Ida)
Interview

US allies must come first amid Trump dealmaking: ex-China ambassador

Burns says president is 'right' to meet with Xi, but results are key

11 October 2025
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te delivers his National Day address in Taipei on Oct. 10.
Taiwan tensions

Taiwan's Lai vows 'T-Dome' air defense, economic support in key speech

On National Day, president urges China to 'renounce use of force'; Beijing condemns remarks

10 October 2025
Sanae Takaichi met with Taiwan President Lai Ching-te, left, in April and hopes to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping this fall. (Source photos by Nikkei and Reuters)
International relations

Takaichi's LDP attempts balancing act between China and Taiwan

Japan's likely next leader will refrain from sending a high-profile lawmaker to the island

9 October 2025
Chinese soldiers march during a military parade to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, in Beijing on Sept. 3.
Taiwan tensions

China honing abilities for possible attack, Taiwan defense report warns

Biennial study says 'cyber army' sowing division, while drills could shift to real combat

9 October 2025
The administration of Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te has expressed its commitment to cooperating with international sanctions.
Ukraine war

Taiwan in spotlight over world-leading imports of Russian naphtha

Sixfold surge since 2022 signals economic security risk in semiconductor industry

8 October 2025
From left: South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and U.S. President Donald Trump. Ahead of the expected release of the new U.S. National Defense Strategy, allies in Europe and Asia are increasingly concerned that Washington may announce a major shift in military focus. (Nikkei montage/Source photos by Reuters)
Comment

Where will the US draw its defense line in East Asia?

Uncertainty over commitments to South Korea and Taiwan raises new strategic questions

5 October 2025
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te waves as he visits the Taipei Aerospace and Defence Technology Exhibition in Taipei on Sept. 19. 
Trump administration

Taiwan dispatches new Lai aide to feel out Trump's team

Deputy national security adviser Chao highlights Taipei's increased defense spending

4 October 2025
Cheng Li-Wun, a Kuomintang leadership candidate who has emerged as a strong contender, speaks about her views and plans at a recent briefing hosted by the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents' Club. (Michael Saul Garber)
Politics

KMT dark horse rises in Taiwan opposition party's leadership race

Cheng Li-Wun, a vocal critic of President Lai, vows to be 'peacemaker' with China

1 October 2025
Taiwanese Black Hawk helicopters prepare to land at Taoyuan International Airport as part of the annual Han Kuang military exercises in July 2023.
Taiwan tensions

Taiwan stresses readiness after report on China-Russia military cooperation

Think tank RUSI spotlights apparent Moscow agreement to equip, train airborne forces

30 September 2025
Chinese Coast Guard vessels fire water cannons toward a Philippine resupply vessel at Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea on March 5, 2024. 
Opinion

The rules of engagement in East Asian waters have changed

China is conducting gray zone political warfare on Japan, Taiwan and the Philippines

29 September 2025
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Video

Video: Why Taiwan matters to the world

Chris Horton explains its fight for survival, identity and recognition

27 September 2025
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te speaks at a conference titled "Resilient Taiwan for Sustainable Democracy" on Sept. 20 in Taipei. (Taiwan’s Presidential Office)
Taiwan tensions

'No time to lose': Lai urges broad Taiwan defense and resilience buildup

Repeats vow to raise spending after report Trump stopped $400m in military aid

20 September 2025
An event commemorates the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II at the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall in Taipei on Aug. 16.
Taiwan tensions

US wades into Taiwan status question and draws KMT backlash

Statement rejecting China's view of WWII documents highlights divide in Taipei

19 September 2025
An autonomous cruise missile developed by Taiwan and Anduril Industries is showcased at the Taipei Aerospace & Defense Technology Exhibition. (Photo by Tsukasa Hadano)
Defense

Taiwan shows off US defense cooperation with jointly developed missile

Island displays defense tech at expo amid China threat, Trump pressure

19 September 2025
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Podcast: Tech Latest

Taiwan steps up its undersea cable protections as threats grow

Tech Latest: Tune in to Nikkei Asia's podcast for the freshest updates on the tech sector

16 September 2025
Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan, left, did not immediately agree to U.S. President Donald Trump's proposal for a government stake in the chipmaker. (Source photos by Nikkei and Reuters)
Semiconductors

US looks to state-backed TSMC model for Intel turnaround

10% stake aims to strengthen American chipmaker in absence of foundry customers

16 September 2025
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te has reshuffled his cabinet ahead of major tests for his government.
Politics

Taiwan's Lai aims to overcome political gridlock after cabinet shakeup

Minister says reshuffle signals economic focus, desire for 'common ground' with opposition

12 September 2025
China's newest aircraft carrier, the Fujian, sailed through the Taiwan Strait and into the South China Sea, the Chinese navy said on Sept. 12, as part of its sea trials. (Xinhua via Kyodo) 
Defense

China's newest aircraft carrier transits Taiwan Strait

Ship sails into contested South China Sea as part of trial run

12 September 2025
Eric Chu, chairman of Taiwan's largest opposition party Kuomintang (KMT), makes a speech during celebrations of the party's 130th anniversary in November 2024. He has said he does not plan to run for a third term, although politics watchers are not counting him out.
Politics

KMT seeks next leader as Taiwan's political drama simmers

Internal race highlights opposition party's challenge of calibrating stance on China

6 September 2025