Published since 2019 by the Fair Winds Foundation and Association of Foreign Relations, Taiwan Weekly provides in-depth report and analysis of the major issues facing Taiwan.

Cross-Strait Observations: Beijing Not in Hurry to Have Dialogue with Taiwan

Cross-Strait Observations: Beijing Not in Hurry to Have Dialogue with Taiwan

Right after the administration of President Joe Biden assumed office in the United States, American officials called upon the two sides of the Taiwan Strait to resume dialogue.

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This Week in Taiwan 0228-0306

February 28: In a press release, the Chinese Taipei Swimming Association (CTSA) announced that Wang Kuan-hung, dubbed "Taiwan's butterfly king, participated in 2020 a competition held by the International Swimming League, scoring 1 minute 49 seconds in a 200-meter butterfly stroke race. CTSA received official correspondence from the International Swimming Federation (FINA) confirming that the performance has set the world youth short-track record, a historic first for Taiwan. Wang has received invitation to participate in the 200-meter butterfly stroke race in the Olympic Games.

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China Suspends Import of Taiwanese Pineapples, Council of Agriculture Plans NT$1 Billion Relief Spending

China Suspends Import of Taiwanese Pineapples, Council of Agriculture Plans NT$1 Billion Relief Spending

On grounds of quarantine, mainland Chinese authorities announced the suspension of Taiwanese pineapple imports from March 1.

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What After Eating Pineapples in Grief and Indignation？

What After Eating Pineapples in Grief and Indignation？

China's General Administration of Customs recently announced suspending importation of Taiwanese pineapples effective March 1 sent shockwaves across Taiwan.

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No Wonder DPP is Afraid of the Algae Reef Referendum

No Wonder DPP is Afraid of the Algae Reef Referendum

The campaign to collect enough signed petitions to file a referendum to protect the algal reefs at Datan, Taoyuan, has surprisingly created a new wave of social movement after Chinese New Year and has attracted the attention of high-level officials within the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP).

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This Week in Taiwan 0222-0228

February 22: A thick haze occurring in the early morning of February 21 on the Yunlin section of Taiwan's Provincial Highway No. 61, also known as West Coast Expressway, contributed to serious collisions involving 21 cars and causing two deaths and eight injuries. Investigation revealed that the highway 308 kilometers long was equipped with only one fog detector, and early warming devices were seriously inadequate. The Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MOTC) convened and finalized a seven-point road safety improvement plan, under which 16 fog detectors would be installed on the West Coast Expressway within one year, consistent with the density on National Highways. 

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Committed to Free Navigation, U.S. Seventh Fleet Challenges Taiwan's Sovereignty Claims in South China Sea

Committed to Free Navigation, U.S. Seventh Fleet Challenges Taiwan's Sovereignty Claims in South China Sea

In her national security remarks on February 10, the eve before Chinese New Year, President Tsai Ing-wen affirmed the freedom of navigation operation conducted by the United States Navy in the South China Sea.

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Tsai Administration Embarrassed by U.S. Military Action in South China Sea

Tsai Administration Embarrassed by U.S. Military Action in South China Sea

When global think tanks predict the crisis that may most likely trigger war between the United States and China, the Taiwan Strait and South China Sea are the most frequently mentioned hotspots recently.

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Improving Cross-Strait Relations, Starting from Kind Words

Improving Cross-Strait Relations, Starting from Kind Words

Leaders on both sides of the Taiwan Strait have taken the opportunity of the Chinese New Year to express their wishes to each other. Chinese President Xi Jinping's greeting is to "Taiwan compatriots," while President Tsai Ing-wen's greeting is to "people on the other side."

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This Week in Taiwan 0210-0220

February 10: The administration of President Joe Biden in the United States has called for cross-strait dialogue. In public remarks following a high-level national security meeting before Chinese New Year, President Tsai Ing-wen stressed that the key to cross-strait peace lies in China's hands. She wished people on the opposite side of the strait health and safety in the year ahead and expressed hopes to promote cross-strait peace and stability. 

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