Marine exploration could be redefined with China finally giving the green light to a deep-sea research facility. The facility will be anchored 2,000 meters below the surface of the strategically significant South China Sea, which is also subject to a number of competing territorial claims. Watch this report for more details!

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Two US Navy ships sailed through the sensitive Taiwan Strait this week in the first such mission since President Donald Trump took office last month, drawing an angry reaction from China. Watch this report for more details!

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Last year, Taiwan prosecuted 64 people for spying for China. A vast majority, two-thirds, were either serving or retired military personnel. In fact, espionage cases in Taiwan have quadrupled over the past four years.

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Taiwan and China need to talk to each other to achieve peace given the “multifold changes” in the international situation, Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te said on Monday. Watch this report for more details!

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Thousands of worshippers gather for Taiwan's annual “Holy Pig” festival, which sees local owners compete for a trophy awarded for the largest carcass of a giant overfed pig.

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In a turn of events, Taiwan has barred all its government agencies and critical infrastructure service providers from using DeepSeek. Taiwan has cited security concerns behind the move. According to Taiwan's Ministry of Digital Affairs, these concerns include cross-border transmission and information leakage.

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A retired Taiwanese general has been accused of plotting to create an armed group that would help Chinese forces to invade Taiwan. In a statement issued by the Taiwan high prosecutors office on Wednesday, the former Lieutenant General named Kao an-Kuo was among six people indicted for violating the national security law. Watch this report to find out more.

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#GRAVITAS | A retired Taiwanese general has been accused of plotting to create an armed group that would help Chinese forces to invade Taiwan. In a statement issued by the Taiwan high prosecutors office on Wednesday, the former Lieutenant General named Kao an-Kuo was among six people indicted for violating the national security law. Watch this report to find out more.

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Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) detected 14 Chinese aircraft and 5 naval vessels around the island on Wednesday. Watch this report for more details!

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US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping hold a call to discuss escalating tensions over Taiwan. The conversation highlights the growing geopolitical concerns and the delicate balance between the two nations.

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6.4-magnitude earthquake at a depth of 9.4 km struck southern Taiwan close to Chiayi. Buildings in Taipei had modest damage as a result of the earthquake. All employees at TSMC's factories in central and southern Taiwan have been safely evacuated. There have been no significant deaths recorded, despite the fact that several persons were trapped in Tainan's destroyed buildings. In several communities, there were reports of building damage and power outages. Because Taiwan is close to tectonic plate intersections, earthquakes happen there regularly.

Taiwan Earthquake: 27 Injured As 6.4 Magnitude Quake Hits Southern Taiwan

A 6.0-magnitude earthquake hit Taiwan on Tuesday, the US Geological Survey said, injuring 27 people, triggering landslides and causing ceilings of homes to cave in according to local authorities.
An AFP journalist in the capital Taipei felt tremors for nearly a minute as the shallow quake struck shortly after midnight.
The epicentre was recorded 12 kilometres (7.5 miles) north of Yujing, a mango-growing district in southern Taiwan, the USGS said.
Firefighters rescued three people including a child who were trapped in a collapsed house in nearby Nanxi district, video posted on Facebook and verified by AFP showed.
Elsewhere, authorities said a person was injured by falling debris while two people were rescued from elevators.
More than 50 aftershocks have been recorded, said Taiwan's Central Weather Administration which reported the initial quake at magnitude 6.4.&nbsp;
The ceilings of several homes collapsed, while roads were blocked by falling rocks and landslides, the National Fire Agency said.
But the agency reported "no major damage" from the quake, which injured 27 people according to the health ministry.
The aftermath saw classes and office work cancelled in Nanxi district as well as Dapu Township in mountainous Chiayi County, north of the epicentre.&nbsp;
Some roads in Dapu were "damaged and impassable", and water and electricity supplies affected, Chiayi County chief Weng Chang-liang said.
Taiwanese chipmaking giant TSMC said it evacuated workers from some of its central and southern factories when the quake struck.
- Taiwan's enhanced warning system - Taiwan is frequently hit by earthquakes due to its location on the edges of two tectonic plates near the Pacific Ring of Fire, which USGS says is the most seismically active zone in the world.
The last major earthquake occurred in April 2024 when the island was hit by a deadly 7.4-magnitude tremor that officials said was the strongest in 25 years.
At least 17 people were killed in that quake, which triggered landslides and severely damaged buildings around Hualien.
April's earthquake was the most serious in Taiwan since it was struck by a 7.6-magnitude tremor in 1999.
Some 2,400 people died in that quake, making it the deadliest natural disaster in the island's history.
Since then, Taiwan has updated and enhanced its building code to incorporate quake-resistant construction methods, such as steel bars that allow a building to sway more easily when the ground moves.
Famous for its cutting-edge tech firms, Taiwan has built up an advanced early warning system that can alert the public to potentially serious ground shaking within seconds.
The system has been enhanced over the years to incorporate new tools such as smartphones and high-speed data connectivity, even in some of the most remote parts of the island.
Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Taiwan is frequently hit by earthquakes due to its location on the edges of two tectonic plates near the Pacific Ring of Fire, which USGS says is the most seismically active zone in the world.

A 6.0-magnitude earthquake hit Taiwan on Tuesday, the US Geological Survey said, injuring 27 people, triggering landslides and causing ceilings of homes to cave in according to local authorities. An AFP journalist in the capital Taipei felt tremors for nearly a minute as the shallow quake struck shortly after midnight. The epicentre was recorded 12 kilometres (7.5 miles) north of Yujing, a mango-growing district in southern Taiwan, the USGS said. Firefighters rescued three people including a child who were trapped in a collapsed house in nearby Nanxi district, video posted on Facebook and verified by AFP showed. Elsewhere, authorities said a person was injured by falling debris while two people were rescued from elevators. More than 50 aftershocks have been recorded, said Taiwan's Central Weather Administration which reported the initial quake at magnitude 6.4. The ceilings of several homes collapsed, while roads were blocked by falling rocks and landslides, the National Fire Agency said. But the agency reported "no major damage" from the quake, which injured 27 people according to the health ministry. The aftermath saw classes and office work cancelled in Nanxi district as well as Dapu Township in mountainous Chiayi County, north of the epicentre. Some roads in Dapu were "damaged and impassable", and water and electricity supplies affected, Chiayi County chief Weng Chang-liang said. Taiwanese chipmaking giant TSMC said it evacuated workers from some of its central and southern factories when the quake struck. - Taiwan's enhanced warning system - Taiwan is frequently hit by earthquakes due to its location on the edges of two tectonic plates near the Pacific Ring of Fire, which USGS says is the most seismically active zone in the world. The last major earthquake occurred in April 2024 when the island was hit by a deadly 7.4-magnitude tremor that officials said was the strongest in 25 years. At least 17 people were killed in that quake, which triggered landslides and severely damaged buildings around Hualien. April's earthquake was the most serious in Taiwan since it was struck by a 7.6-magnitude tremor in 1999. Some 2,400 people died in that quake, making it the deadliest natural disaster in the island's history. Since then, Taiwan has updated and enhanced its building code to incorporate quake-resistant construction methods, such as steel bars that allow a building to sway more easily when the ground moves. Famous for its cutting-edge tech firms, Taiwan has built up an advanced early warning system that can alert the public to potentially serious ground shaking within seconds. The system has been enhanced over the years to incorporate new tools such as smartphones and high-speed data connectivity, even in some of the most remote parts of the island. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

6.0-magnitude earthquake shakes Taiwan

AI continues to drive tech earnings in 2025. Taiwan semiconductor manufacturing company, or TSMC, has reported a record-breaking quarterly profit for the period ending December 31. The world’s largest contract chipmaker posted a 57% increase in net income, reaching $11.4 billion. This marked a significant achievement for TSMC, surpassing analyst expectations.

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Taiwan's military has been struggling with personnel shortages, raising concerns about the nation's defense capabilities. According to data from the defense ministry, the number of volunteer soldiers and officers seeking early discharge has increased significantly over the past few years. Watch in for more details!

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China has stepped up political and military efforts to back its claims that democratically governed Taiwan is a part of Chinese territory. Beijing's move includes military drills, cyber hacking, and espionage. As part of its warfare strategy. China is working to build its special landing barge, and its new class of amphibious barges has sparked fears that an attack on Taiwan may be coming soon. Watch this report for more details!

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As per reports, China is building a fleet of barges suitable for amphibious landings amid fears of a Taiwan invasion. Watch this report for more details!

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Taiwan has experienced a significant increase in espionage cases involving individuals charged with spying for China, with the number rising from 16 in 2021 to 64 in 2024. According to the National Security Bureau, among those charged, 15 were military veterans and 28 were active service members. The report highlights that Chinese infiltration targeted military units, government agencies, and local associations.

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China is reportedly building a new class of amphibious barges, sparking speculation that it is gearing up for a military operation targeting Taiwan. Watch in for more details!

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Taiwan’s latest hypersonic missiles allow for precise long-range strikes on China’s vital infrastructure and military installations. Watch this report for more details!

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China is increasing airspace incursions around Taiwan, with a record number of military aircraft violations reported in 2024—over 3,000 in total. This rise marks a significant escalation from previous years and demonstrates China's growing capability to threaten Taiwan. In 2022, there were 1,727 incursions, doubling from the prior year. These activities strain Taiwan’s military resources and morale while limiting their operational range. Changes in reporting have made it difficult to specify the types of aircraft involved, but the increasing diversity and frequency of PLA actions remain a significant concern for Taiwan.

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In Taiwan, authorities suspect that a Chinese-owned vessel damaged an undersea internet cable North-East of the island. On Friday, Taiwan's Coast guard briefly detained the Cameroon-registered vessel Shunxing 39 on suspicion of it having dragged its anchor over an international subsea cable. Watch this video to find out more.

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Xi Jinping's $85 billion dream city is struggling to find residents. China's Xiong’an was promoted as “model city in the history of human development” but China’s increasingly urban youth, its target market, are not buying it. They call it “boring.” Find out the full story here.

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China's cyber capabilities and intentions are a growing concern globally. This exploration delves into the nation's technological advancements, strategies, and potential threats to international cybersecurity.

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