China-Taiwan

The escalating geopolitical tensions between Xi Jinping’s China and Taiwan pose a "common risk" to the Magnificent Seven tech giants, according to Jeremy Grantham’s GMO. What Happened: The Magnificent Seven, comprising Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL), Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN), NVIDIA...

In a recent development, Central American country Guatemala is contemplating the establishment of official trade relations with China while reaffirming its commitment to its existing ties with Taiwan. What Happened: Foreign Minister Carlos Ramiro Martinez of Guatemala disclosed that the country is...

China has escalated military pressure on Taiwan, sending 33 military aircraft and six naval vessels toward the island. This move comes as U.S.-China talks resume, potentially complicating efforts to stabilize relations. What Happened: On Friday, China directed 33 military aircraft and six naval...

UBS, a global financial services firm, has identified three significant risks that could potentially trigger a 23% plunge in the stock market this year. What Happened: UBS’ chief investment officer for U.S. equities, David Lefkowitz, has outlined three potential risks that could lead to a...

Former Taiwanese President Ma Ying-jeou cautioned that Taiwan would stand no chance in a direct military confrontation with China. His warning, issued on the eve of Taiwan’s presidential election, underscores the escalating tensions in the region. What Happened: Ma, who served as Taiwan...

Ahead of crucial elections in Taiwan, China is reportedly asking Taiwanese rock band Mayday to voice pro-China sentiments. The move appears to be part of China’s attempts to influence the outcome of the elections. What Happened: According to a Taiwan security note and sources cited by Reuters...

The stalling of U.S. military aid to Ukraine in Congress could have dire global implications for the U.S., warns a Washington-based think tank. What Happened: The Institute for the Study of War (ISW), as reported by Business Insider, sounded the alarm over a potential Russian victory in Ukraine....

Former Chinese Ambassador to the U.S., Cui Tiankai, said Taiwan is paramount to Xi Jinping, as he stressed the need for U.S. understanding and respect of Beijing’s stance on Taiwan. What Happened: Speaking to the South China Morning Post on Sunday, Cui characterized Taiwan as a life-or-death...

Xi Jinping’s deputy Han Zheng warned the United Nations not to underestimate China’s resolve on the Taiwan issue. What Happened: China’s Vice President, in a speech at the United Nations General Assembly, reiterated the Chinese Communist Party‘s (CCP) stance that...

China has expressed strong disapproval towards the US administration’s recent approval of an unprecedented military transfer to Taiwan, a move Beijing views as a violation of the “one-China principle.” The U.S.’s transfer was condemned by Beijing, which considers the island...

Presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy found his foreign policy approach harshly criticized by Marc Thiessen, a pundit for Fox News and columnist for the Washington Post. Thiessen labeled Ramaswamy’s plans as “criminally stupid” and “utterly disqualifying....

Xi Jinping‘s People's Liberation Army (PLA) conducted a military drill near Taiwan to warn separatists in light of recent U.S. stopovers by the Taiwanese vice-president and the presidential hopeful. What Happened Following Taiwanese Vice-President William Lai Ching-te...

The White House has recently announced a ban on certain U.S. investments in China, particularly in sensitive technologies. This move, seen as a way to de-risk from China, suggests that the U.S. and its Western allies might be learning from past national security mistakes made with Russia, according...