How does a Taiwan election work?
Taiwan's three main parties contesting the election are the ruling Democratic Progressive Party, the Kuomintang and the Taiwan People's Party.
Sat Jan 13 2024
Fists and pig guts fly in Taiwan parliament debate on U.S. pork
Legislators from Taiwan's main opposition Kuomintang (KMT) party threw pig guts and exchanged punches with other lawmakers in parliament on Friday in a bitter dispute over easing U.S. pork imports.
Fri Nov 27 2020
Taiwan votes in an election seen as a referendum on China's influence
In the race are incumbent president Tsai Ing-wen from the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) and Kuomintang (KMT) or Nationalist Partys Han Kuo-yu, also the mayor of Kaohsiung city.
Fri Jan 10 2020
Taiwan court rules in favour of same-sex marriage, first in Asia
The court gave two years for legal amendments to allow same-sex marriage.
Wed May 24 2017
Premier Li says China will resolutely oppose Taiwan independence
China is deeply suspicious of Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen, whose ruling Democratic Progressive Party espouses the island's formal independence, a red line for Beijing.
Sun Mar 05 2017
Madonna embroiled in Taiwan-China row over flag
Pop diva Madonna has waded into the war of words over Taiwanese identity after draping herself in the island's flag, sparking ire in China.
Fri Feb 05 2016
US congratulates Tsai on Taiwan vote win
The United States congratulated Taiwan's first female president, Tsai Ing-wen, on her election victory Saturday.
Sat Jan 16 2016
Taiwan goes to polls in historic presidential vote
Taiwan went to the polls Saturday and is expected to elect its first female president in a historic vote likely to end eight years of closer China ties.
Sat Jan 16 2016
Taiwan's main opposition leader disappointed with Xi-Ma meeting
Taiwan's main opposition leader was disappointed President Ma Ying-jeou made no reference to preserving the island's democracy and freedom during his meeting with China President Xi Jinping.
Sat Nov 07 2015
Presidents of China, Taiwan to hold historic meeting
The presidents of China and Taiwan will meet this weekend in Singapore, the two sides said Wednesday, in the first such talks between the rivals since they split at the end of a civil war in 1949.
Wed Nov 04 2015
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024