Taiwan: Latest News and Updates | South China Morning Post
Latest news on Taiwan, including the elections, one china policy and cross-straits relations with mainland China.
www.scmp.comHere are the latest Taiwan news highlights from reputable outlets as of today:
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Financial markets and tech: Taiwan shares fell on May 13, 2026, dragged by the electronics sector after U.S. tech losses and rising inflation concerns [Focus Taiwan; CNA English News reports]. This reflects ongoing sensitivity of Taiwan’s tech-heavy market to global macro developments [Focus Taiwan][CNA English News].
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Cross-strait and diplomacy: Taiwan participated in international discussions and bilateral talks, with government officials highlighting democracy commitments and human rights in reporting from official portals and major newspapers [Taiwan.gov.tw; Taiwan.gov.tw news pages].
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Domestic governance and policy: Taiwan continues to pursue healthcare innovation partnerships and national monitoring initiatives, as well as local governance actions like urban infrastructure updates and finance policy coordination, as reported in Focus Taiwan and national portals [Focus Taiwan][Taiwan.gov.tw].
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Security and military posture: News from regional outlets indicates Taiwan’s monitoring of PLA activity and allied defense considerations amid broader U.S.-China dynamics, with coverage in South China Morning Post and regional outlets [SCMP; Taiwan News].
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Economic and corporate updates: The island’s tech sector remains a focal point, with coverage of stock movements tied to global tech performance and inflation signals, as seen in CNA and Reuters summaries [CNA English; Reuters].[2][9]
Illustration of the trend:
- Market reaction: Taiwanese index movements correlate with U.S. tech sector performance and inflation data.
- Policy response: Authorities emphasize resilience in supply chains, innovation, and international cooperation.
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