China & Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party
12 shared events · Importance 3 · Last updated Jul 19, 2026
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China: China is portrayed as a threat through its 'red terror' and legal warfare, including the ethnic unity law, which could be used against Taiwanese separatists.
Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party: The DPP is the ruling party in Taiwan, and its annual convention was the venue for Lai's speech, highlighting the party's commitment to Taiwan's separate identity.
Jul 19, 2026 · 7 articles
International
China: China is the perceived adversary, with its military pressure and territorial claims driving Taiwan's defensive preparations. The exercise is a direct response to China's threats and actions.
Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party: The Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party, led by Lai Ching-te, seeks higher defense spending but has been constrained by opposition-controlled parliament. The party's defense agenda is a key political issue.
Aug 05, 2026 · 48 articles
International
China: China views Taiwan as its own territory and its increased threat perception is the primary driver for Taiwan's defense buildup. This event underscores the ongoing geopolitical tension between China and Taiwan.
Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party: President Lai Ching-te discussed the urgent need for drones at a meeting of his Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party, highlighting the party's focus on national defense.
Apr 20, 2026 · 6 articles
International
China: China is the intended recipient of the illegally smuggled AI chips, which are restricted by United States due to concerns about their potential military applications. This event highlights the ongoing efforts to circumvent these restrictions.
Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party: A legislator from the Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party is drafting an amendment to the Foreign Trade Act to criminalize AI chip shipments to China.
Apr 20, 2026 · 34 articles
International
China: China>>> is the ultimate destination for the smuggled AI chips, which are restricted by US regulations to prevent its military from gaining a technological edge. Increased export controls from Taiwan>>> could further hinder its AI ambitions.
Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party: The Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) is the ruling party in Taiwan, led by President Lai Ching-te. China has criticized the DPP's alignment with the US on export controls.
May 21, 2026 · 22 articles
International
Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party: The Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party, Taiwan's ruling party, was criticized by Xinhua for 'currying favor with the United States' and 'binding the entire island of Taiwan to its catastrophic secessionist chariot', in the context of the 'Justice Mission 2025' drills.
Dec 29, 2025 · 26 articles
International
Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party: The Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party in Taiwan believes the United States' diplomacy is its own decision, while Taiwan focuses on securing its national interest and defense systems.
Feb 28, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party: The Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party, Taiwan's ruling party, views Taiwan as a sovereign country and opposes Beijing's claims. Its attempts to pass a special defense budget have been stalled by the opposition-controlled parliament.
Mar 30, 2026 · 96 articles
International
Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party: The Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party's coming to power in Taiwan and its pursuit of 'Taiwan independence' led to the suspension of individual tours from mainland China to Taiwan in 2019.
Apr 12, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party: The Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party in Taiwan, led by Tsai Ing-wen and Lai Ching-te, asserts Taiwan's functional independence, which is a point of contention with China.
Apr 16, 2026 · 760 articles
International
Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party: China's China — Taiwan Affairs Office criticized the Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party for its 'persistent confrontational mindset' in launching the intelligence website.
Jun 15, 2026 · 24 articles
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