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Former President Denies Allegations
Fri, Aug 29 at 05:18 PM
(China Post, Aug. 23, 2008) Former president Chen Shui-bian dismissed allegations yesterday that sums found in their overseas bank accounts came from bribes connected to financial reforms his administration had championed.
Taiwans Ex-Security Chief Accused of Hiding Presidential Cash Scheme By Jane Rickards (Washington Post, Aug. 29, 2008) Taiwan's former security chief was indicted Thursday for allegedly covering up suspected money-laundering activities by former president Chen Shui-bian and his family.
Chinas Olympic Run--Part II By PallaviAiyar
(YaleGlobal, Aug. 29, 2008) Without the Games and their prestige to drive home the necessity of harmony at any cost, Chinas ruling party will have to confront its greatest Achilles heel its inability to admit to the existence of real diversity and dissent head on.
Taiwan Tries a New Path to Practical World Recognition By Barbara Yaffe (Vancouver Sun, Aug. 28, 2008) Taiwan has signaled a stunning shift in its long-standing bid to assert its sovereignty and independence from China.
Where Next for Post-Games China? By Michael Bristow
(BBC, Aug. 28, 2008) The Olympics in Tokyo in 1964 and Seoul in 1988 both marked turning points in the development of Japan and South Korea. Many hope it will be the same for Beijing.
(Editorial, China Post, Aug. 28, 2008) Senator Biden has consistently backed maintaining U.S. support for our government in accordance with the Taiwan Relations Act. However, Biden has also been careful not to encourage Taiwan independence backers here.
Govt to Continue Pushing for Joining International Bodies
Fri, Aug 29 at 05:18 PM
(China Post, Aug. 29, 2008) The government will continue pushing for joining agencies of the United Nations despite opposition from China, said presidential spokesman.
(AFP, Aug. 28, 2008) The United States on Thursday welcomed China's apparent reluctance to support Russia's action recognizing the independence of two Georgian secessionist regions. Meanwhile, AFP reported that Russia Claims China Backing in Georgia Conflict.
(Taipei Times, Aug. 28, 2008) The Ministry of Foreign Affairs yesterday said it was not too surprised that China has struck up its usual tune in objecting to Taiwans bid for UN participation.
Obamas VP Pick of Biden Familiar with Our Region
Thu, Aug 28 at 05:21 PM
(Editorial, China Post, Aug. 28, 2008) Senator Biden has consistently backed maintaining U.S. support for our government in accordance with the Taiwan Relations Act. However, Biden has also been careful not to encourage Taiwan independence backers here.
Chinas Olympic Run--Part I By Mary Kay Magistad
(YaleGlobal, Aug. 27, 2008) Chinas leaders are caught between conflicting instincts to play to both audiences, to trumpet Chinas rise as a formidable power, while trying to reassure the world of its friendly, non-threatening nature.
An Open Letter to DPP Supporters By Tsai Ing-wen
(Taipei Times, Aug. 27, 2008) Through its mistakes, the DPP has demonstrated that Taiwans democracy is gradually heading toward maturation and completion. To our supporters, this is indeed a painful process, but I must reiterate that this is democracy.
MOFA Unsurprised by Beijing Reaction to UN Participation
Thu, Aug 28 at 05:21 PM
(Taipei Times, Aug. 28, 2008) The Ministry of Foreign Affairs yesterday said it was not too surprised that China has struck up its usual tune in objecting to Taiwans bid for UN participation.
(Bloomberg, Aug. 27, 2008) Russian President Dmitry Medvedev met his Chinese counterpart Hu Jintao today, seeking support from Russia's biggest Asian ally for its recognition of two breakaway Georgian regions.China Concerned of Situation in South Ossetia, AbkhaziaXinhau cited Chinese FM spokesman.
(CNA, Aug. 27, 2008) Foreign Minister Francisco Ou urged China to show goodwill on Taiwan's latest bid to participate in the United Nations and expressed hope that the two sides of the Taiwan Strait can conduct dialogue on the issue.
U.S. Democrats Add Text on Taiwan to Party Platform
Wed, Aug 27 at 03:54 PM
(Taipei Times, Aug. 22, 2008) In a late change to its election campaign platform this year, the Democratic Party expanded its commitment to Taiwan, adding two small but important phrases to an earlier draft that virtually ignored the Taiwan issue.
An Open Letter to DPP Supporters By Tsai Ing-wen
(Taipei Times, Aug. 27, 2008) Through its mistakes, the DPP has demonstrated that Taiwans democracy is gradually heading toward maturation and completion. To our supporters, this is indeed a painful process, but I must reiterate that this is democracy.
Another Political Storm Hits Taiwan By Michael Schuman and Natalie Tso(Time, Aug. 26, 2008) The latest trouble facing the former president may further damage the DPP's legitimacy in challenging the ruling party, giving Ma a freer hand in pursuing his own policies.
(AFP, Aug. 26, 2008) China won global plaudits Monday for staging a successful Olympics, but rights groups were critical and the United States said Beijing had missed an opportunity to improve its global human rights image.
FM Urges Chinas Goodwill on U.N. Bid
Wed, Aug 27 at 03:54 PM
(CNA, Aug. 27, 2008) Foreign Minister Francisco Ou urged China to show goodwill on Taiwan's latest bid to participate in the United Nations and expressed hope that the two sides of the Taiwan Strait can conduct dialogue on the issue.
(Taipei Times, Aug. 27, 2008) In an interview with the Global Views magazine, President Ma Ying-jeou said that Taipei would immediately engage in a diplomatic war with Beijing if his proposed diplomatic truce with China did not receive a positive response
(Kyodo, Aug. 27, 2008) Taiwan's relations with Japan have regressed since the Nationalist Party
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(Taiwan News, Aug. 26, 2008) The opposition Democratic Progressive Party said yesterday it strongly opposed government plans to give Chinese travelers landing or multiple visas upon arrival on the outlying island of Kinmen.
Taiwan Helps Poorer Nations via Aid for Trade, Says FM Ou
Tue, Aug 26 at 03:33 PM
(China Post, Aug. 21, 2008) Taiwan will continue to help developing nations boost their trade environment via the so-called "aid for trade" programs, said Foreign Minister Francisco Ou.
(AFP, Aug. 26, 2008) China won global plaudits Monday for staging a successful Olympics, but rights groups were critical and the United States said Beijing had missed an opportunity to improve its global human rights image.
(Global Views Survey Research Center, Aug. 25) TPMI this month returns to the same level as where it was right before the Ma administration took power. Since mid May, Taiwanese peoples confidence in domestic politics has been on the rise, and their confidence in domestic economy has rebounded.
Where China Goes Next? By Simon Elegant
(Time, Aug. 25, 2008) What now for China? Will party hardliners, emboldened by the world's timid response to their brutal pre-Games crackdown on dissent, continue to tighten their grip on power? Or will the spirit of volunteerism and community that arose after the May earthquake in Sichuan be revived?
Analysis: Official Shares Insight on Diplomatic Truce Strategy By Shih Hsiu-Chuan (Taipei Times, Aug. 25, 2008) Taiwan is forgoing its quest to become a UN member this year in a goodwill gesture that is expected to see the country accepted next year as an observer in the World Health Assembly (WHA), a high-ranking official said.
China Lauds Games as Show of Confidence By Chris Buckley
(Reuters, Aug. 25, 2008) The Beijing Olympics will leave China a more confident and open nation, the country's state-run media said on Monday.
A Victory for China By Edward Cody
DPP against Easing Visa Policy on Kinmen
Tue, Aug 26 at 03:33 PM
(Taiwan News, Aug. 26, 2008) The opposition Democratic Progressive Party said yesterday it strongly opposed government plans to give Chinese travelers landing or multiple visas upon arrival on the outlying island of Kinmen.
(CNA, Aug. 25, 2008) President Ma Ying-jeou yesterday promised that the outlying island of Kinmen, a former killing field in a battle between Taiwan and China, will be turned into a peace square, as cross-strait relations have been thawing.
President Ma Contacts U.S. Officials during Transit Stop in San Francisco (CNA, Aug. 19, 2008) President ...
Mon, Aug 25 at 02:17 PM
President Ma Contacts U.S. Officials during Transit Stop in San Francisco (CNA, Aug. 19, 2008) President Ma Ying-jeou called and met with 18 U.S. senators and congressmen during his stay at the hotel, including Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi.
Analysis: Official Shares Insight on Diplomatic Truce Strategy By Shih Hsiu-Chuan (Taipei Times, Aug. 25, 2008) Taiwan is forgoing its quest to become a UN member this year in a goodwill gesture that is expected to see the country accepted next year as an observer in the World Health Assembly (WHA), a high-ranking official said.
China Lauds Games as Show of Confidence By Chris Buckley
(Reuters, Aug. 25, 2008) The Beijing Olympics will leave China a more confident and open nation, the country's state-run media said on Monday.
A Victory for China By Edward Cody
(Washington Post, Aug. 25, 2008) The 2008 Games seemed likely to go down as a political as well as an athletic victory for China, reinforcing the image of party leaders as adroit managers of the world's largest nation on a double-step march toward greater prosperity.
After Glow of Games, What Next for China? By Jim Yardley
(New York Times, Aug. 24, 2008) A new, post-Olympic era has begun. The question now is whether a deepening self-confidence arising from the Olympic experience will lead China to further its engagement with the world and pursue deeper political reform.
Post-Games China to Refocus on Economy, Stability By Benjamin Kang Lim (Reuters, Aug. 24, 2008) China's leaders will breath a sigh of relief as the Beijing Olympics close, turning their attention back on the economy, keen to prevent any slowdown and possible unrest.
Slipping Over the Great Firewall of China By Nicholas D. Kristof
President Ma Offers Olive Branch to PRC in Kinmen Speech
Mon, Aug 25 at 02:17 PM
(CNA, Aug. 25, 2008) President Ma Ying-jeou yesterday promised that the outlying island of Kinmen, a former killing field in a battle between Taiwan and China, will be turned into a peace square, as cross-strait relations have been thawing.
(CNA, Aug. 25, 2008) Ruling KMT Vice Chairman Chiang Pin-kung is scheduled to visit Japan from today to Aug. 27 in another effort to give the assurance that Taiwan does not favor relations with China over its ties with Japan.
(AP, Aug. 25, 2008) Former Taiwanese President Chen Shui-bian's son and daughter-in-law returned home Monday from the United States, insisting they are innocent of any criminal role in an alleged money laundering scandal involving their family.
(AP, Aug. 24, 2008) The United States says it is disappointed the Olympics did not bring more "openness and tolerance" in China as the games ended and eight American activists were deported during closing ceremonies.
(AFP, Aug. 24, 2008) A former Taiwanese vice premier was questioned yesterday as part of an investigation into money laundering claims against former president Chen Shui-bian and his family, a prosecutor said.
Prosecutors Seek Return of Money from Switzerland
Sun, Aug 24 at 01:53 PM
(China Post, Aug. 18, 2008) Prosecutor Ching Chi-jen of the Taipei District Prosecutor Office said she also expressed hopes that prosecution units of Taiwan and Switzerland could cooperate to build bilateral channels for legal assistance to each other.
Post-Games China to Refocus on Economy, Stability By Benjamin Kang Lim (Reuters, Aug. 24, 2008) China's leaders will breath a sigh of relief as the Beijing Olympics close, turning their attention back on the economy, keen to prevent any slowdown and possible unrest.
Slipping Over the Great Firewall of China By Nicholas D. Kristof
(NYT, Aug. 24, 2008) Its true that the government censors critical Web sites and closes down troublesome blogs. Yet there arent nearly enough censors to manage the job, and many Chinese are quite adept at technological ladders over the Great Firewall of China.
Chinas Tour de Force By Geoffrey York
(Globe and Mail, Aug. 23, 2008) One key question is how the party will choose to use this nationalism. What will it do with this massive pride in China's gold medals, this sense of victory for the party itself?
The Chinese Dream Has Replaced Americas By Martin Fletcher
(Times, Aug. 23, 2008) Chinas economy may be lagging behind the U.S., but it is miles ahead in optimism, dynamism, and patriotism.
Will the Olympics Boost China Human Rights? By Bruce Einhorn andLawrenceDelevingne (BusinessWeek, Aug. 22, 2008) Many were hoping a new openness would emerge as the mainland took center stage, but most experts agree the Games won't change much.
Taiwan Ex-Vice PM Questioned over Money Laundering Claims
Sun, Aug 24 at 01:53 PM
(AFP, Aug. 24, 2008) A former Taiwanese vice premier was questioned yesterday as part of an investigation into money laundering claims against former president Chen Shui-bian and his family, a prosecutor said.
(Reuters, Aug. 24, 2008) The United States has pressed for the immediate release of eight Americans detained in Beijing for staging pro-free Tibet protests during the Beijing Olympics.
(Taipei Times, Aug. 23, 2008) President Ma Ying-jeou expressed confidence yesterday that the lack of mutual trust between the US and Taiwan could be repaired in the near future thanks to the governments effort to improve cross-strait relations.
Cross-Strait Economic Talks a Hard Task: SEF Chief
Sat, Aug 23 at 12:38 PM
(CNA, Aug. 17, 2008) Cross-Taiwan Strait economic talks will be a very difficult task, particularly for Taiwan, which is seeking to better protect its business interests in China and further sharpen its economic presence in Southeast Asia, said Taiwan's top negotiator with China.
The Chinese Dream Has Replaced Americas By Martin Fletcher
(Times, Aug. 23, 2008) Chinas economy may be lagging behind the U.S., but it is miles ahead in optimism, dynamism, and patriotism.
Will the Olympics Boost China Human Rights? By Bruce Einhorn andLawrenceDelevingne (BusinessWeek, Aug. 22, 2008) Many were hoping a new openness would emerge as the mainland took center stage, but most experts agree the Games won't change much.
China Plays It Cool on Russias Escapade in George By Jonathan Manthorpe(Vancouver Sun, Aug. 22, 2008) China has too much at stake to be flippant. Not only are there the issues of Tibet and the majority Muslim Uigher province of Xinjiang, but also in its claim to the island nation of Taiwan and scores of disputed islands in the South China and East China seas.
(Editorial, Washington Post, Aug. 22, 2008) With harsh treatment of two elderly women seeking to protest, China wins a gold medal for repression.
Ma Says Cross-Strait Ties Key to Better US Relations
Sat, Aug 23 at 12:38 PM
(Taipei Times, Aug. 23, 2008) President Ma Ying-jeou expressed confidence yesterday that the lack of mutual trust between the US and Taiwan could be repaired in the near future thanks to the governments effort to improve cross-strait relations.
(China Post, Aug. 23, 2008) Former president Chen Shui-bian dismissed allegations yesterday that sums found in their overseas bank accounts came from bribes connected to financial reforms his administration had championed.
(Taipei Times, Aug. 22, 2008) In a late change to its election campaign platform this year, the Democratic Party expanded its commitment to Taiwan, adding two small but important phrases to an earlier draft that virtually ignored the Taiwan issue.
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Govt to Continue Pushing for Joining International Bodies (China Post, Aug. 29, 2008) The government will continue pushing for joining agencies of the United Nations despite opposition from China, said presidential spokesman.
US Welcomes Chinas Apparent Refusal to Back Russian Action (AFP, Aug. 28, 2008) The United States on Thursday welcomed China's apparent reluctance to support Russia's action recognizing the independence of two Georgian secessionist regions. Meanwhile, AFP reported that Russia Claims China Backing in Georgia Conflict.
MOFA Unsurprised by Beijing Reaction to UN Participation (Taipei Times, Aug. 28, 2008) The Ministry of Foreign Affairs yesterday said it was not too surprised that China has struck up its usual tune in objecting to Taiwans bid for UN participation.
Medvedev Seeks Chinas Support on Recognizing Regions (Bloomberg, Aug. 27, 2008) Russian President Dmitry Medvedev met his Chinese counterpart Hu Jintao today, seeking support from Russia's biggest Asian ally for its recognition of two breakaway Georgian regions.China Concerned of Situation in South Ossetia, AbkhaziaXinhau cited Chinese FM spokesman.
FM Urges Chinas Goodwill on U.N. Bid (CNA, Aug. 27, 2008) Foreign Minister Francisco Ou urged China to show goodwill on Taiwan's latest bid to participate in the United Nations and expressed hope that the two sides of the Taiwan Strait can conduct dialogue on the issue.
PRC must Accept Taiwans Peace Offer, or Else: Ma (Taipei Times, Aug. 27, 2008) In an interview with the Global Views magazine, President Ma Ying-jeou said that Taipei would immediately engage in a diplomatic war with Beijing if his proposed diplomatic truce with China did not receive a positive response
Ties Sour but will Sweeten: Taiwan Speaker (Kyodo, Aug. 27, 2008) Taiwan's relations with Japan have regressed since the Nationalist Party came to power, but they are likely to rebound, parliamentary speaker Wang Jin-pyng said in an interview.
U.S. Releases Harpoon Rounds to Taiwan (DefenseNews, Aug. 26, 2008) The Harpoon release is considered a positive development after the Bush administration froze U.S. arms deals with Taipei until after the Olympic Games in Beijing.
DPP against Easing Visa Policy on Kinmen (Taiwan News, Aug. 26, 2008) The opposition Democratic Progressive Party said yesterday it strongly opposed government plans to give Chinese travelers landing or multiple visas upon arrival on the outlying island of Kinmen.
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