Everything you need to know about Taiwan: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more
Taiwan: Tiny East Asian Country Claimed by China as its Own
Japan occupied Taiwan after defeating China’s military forces in 1895. But after the World War II China once again established its control over Taiwan. In 1949 communist victory in China resulted in the flight 2 million Chinese to Taiwan who established a government using the 1946 constitution drawn up for all of China. For the next five decades the ruling authorities democratized and incorporated the local population within the governing structure. In 2000 Taiwan underwent a peaceful transfer of power from the nationalist Taiwan Kuomintang Party to the Democratic Progressive Party. The dominant political issues continue to be the relationship between Taiwan and China specifically on the question of eventual unification as well as domestic political and economic reform.
Taiwan Profile: Overview of Facts and Figures
Culture, Cuisine and Tradition of Taiwan:
The culture of Taiwan is a fine blend of distinctive Chinese heritage and Western influences. The influences of the Dutch, Spain and Japanese culture can also be seen on the culture of Taiwan. The government launched a program promoting Chinese calligraphy, traditional Chinese painting, folk art, and Chinese opera. Still the status of Taiwanese culture is debated. It is disputed whether Taiwanese culture is part of Chinese culture or a distinct culture. Speaking Taiwanese as a symbol of the localization movement has become an emblem of Taiwanese identity.
Economy of Taiwan:
The decades of hard work and sound economic management helped Taiwan to transform its economy from an underdeveloped, agricultural island to an economic power that is a leading producer of high-technology goods. In the 1960’s massive foreign investment in Taiwan helped introduce modern, labor-intensive technology and after a decade Taiwan became a major exporter of labor-intensive products. In the 1980 government of Taiwan shifted its focus toward capital-intensive and technology-intensive products for export and developing the service sector. This also benefited Taiwan and emerged as the one of the major producer of electronics goods. Taiwan is one of Asia's ‘Four Tigers’ along with South Korea, Singapore and Hong Kong.
Tourist Attractions of Taiwan:
Taiwan is one of the most advanced and beautiful countries of the world and remains a hot spot for tourists due to its cultural legacy, natural scenic landscapes, and historical sites along with examples of modern architectural wonders.
Taipei: the country’s capital, is a modern metropolis comparable to the most advanced cities in Asia and the world. It is famous for its several world-class museums, art galleries and historical sights. The Taipei 101 is one of the tallest buildings in the world.
Yangmingshan National Park: is famous for its hot spring and fumaroles, the tranquil lakes and beautiful grass fields. The scenic composition with variety of trees, birds and animal’s remain the center of attraction for tourists
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London, May 1 (ANI): Contestants at an annual Taiwan beauty pageant are required to take a pledge that they will not get involved in extra-marital affairs.
Mumbai, April 30 (IANS) A benchmark index for Indian equities markets Monday closed 131.47 points higher, helped by supportive global cues and good buying interest in information technology (IT) stocks.
Washington, Apr 30 (ANI): Marvel's epic superhero super-group flick 'The Avengers Assemble' recorded the third highest opening of all time in the UK on Thursday, according to The Nme.
London, Apr 28 (ANI): South Korean mobile maker Samsung has overtaken Nokia to become the world's largest maker of mobile phones, according to a report.
Taipei (Taiwan), April 26 (Xinhua-ANI): The third regular meeting of the Cross-Strait Economic Cooperation Committee (ECC) opened Thursday morning in Xinbei City of Taiwan.
Hong Kong, April 26 (Xinhua-ANI): The Third World Buddhist Forum opened Thursday in Hong Kong with more than 1,000 monks and scholars from over 50 countries and regions discussing the role of Buddhism in the construction of a harmonious society and peaceful world.
London, April 23 (ANI): Smokers who exercise are likely to find it easier to quit successfully, say researchers.
London, Apr 23 (ANI): A new report by the International Crisis Group (ICG) says China needs a "consistent policy" on the South China Sea if it is to resolve disputes.
Karachi, Apr 22 (ANI): Bangladesh's Sheikh Jamal Football Club (SJFC) is bearing the brunt of Pakistan Football Federation's (PFF) ire after backing out of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President's Cup scheduled to take off from May 8 in Lahore.
Beijing, Apr. 22 (Xinhua-ANI): The third regular meeting of the Cross-Strait Economic Cooperation Committee (ECC) will be held on April 26 in the Taiwanese city of Xinbei.
Washington, Apr 21 (ANI): Exercise may help smokers to quit and remain smokefree, newly presented data has revealed.
Washington, Apr 20 (ANI): Exercise reduces the risk of death from cardiovascular disease in people suffering from high blood pressure, a new study has revealed.
Washington, April 19 (ANI): By harnessing nanodots researchers have created a new electronic memory technology that can write and erase data 10-100 times faster than today's mainstream charge-storage memory products.
New Delhi, Apr 16 (ANI): Chief of Army Staff, General V.K. Singh, on Monday downplayed reports that China has dared India again by trying to legitimise its control over Aksai Chin in Ladakh, saying the place is quite far from the Siachin Glacier.
Beijing, April 13 (IANS) A remote area in Tibet may be chosen as the location for a new international astronomical observatory, because of "limited clouds and vapours" but "high transparency" ideal for observation activities.
Aristolochic acid (AA), an herbal compound which is common ingredient of herbal remedies since ages, is one of the prime causes of kidney failure and upper urinary tract cancer (UUC).
Washington, April 10 (IANS) Aristolochic acid (AA), a plant compound used in herbal remedies since ancient times, is among the leading causes of kidney failure and upper urinary tract cancer (UUC).
New York, Apr 9 (ANI): One of the world's largest ground-based astronomical projects is being installed 16,597 feet above sea level in Chile's Atacama Desert, which will help the oxygen-deprived scientists flocking to this region to study the origins of the universe.
Kuala Lumpur, Apr 6 (ANI: A teacher in Taiwan has been given a prison sentence of 4,595 years for raping 12 underage girls.
London, April 1 (IANS) Snorers are three times more likely to suffer a potentially fatal blood clot, a new study has found.
London,Mar 13(ANI): Mobile phone maufacturer Nokia is likely to launch a Windows 8 tablet before Christmas, sources have claimed.
London,Mar 13(ANI): Mobile phone maufacturer Nokia is likely to launch a Windows 8 tablet before Christmas, sources have claimed.
Beijing, Mar 6(ANI): China aims to uphold peace and tackle challenging regional and international issues through dialogue, consultation and negotiation, Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi has said.
Beijing, Mar 6(ANI): China aims to uphold peace and tackle challenging regional and international issues through dialogue, consultation and negotiation, Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi has said.
London, Feb 22 (ANI): Growing criticism of inhumane working conditions in factories owned by Apple's contractor Foxconn forced the tech giant to confront problems with staff welfare and the firm faced pressure similar to that which forced Nike to reassess 'sweatshop' suppliers in the Nineties, an inspector has said.
London, Feb 22 (ANI): Growing criticism of inhumane working conditions in factories owned by Apple's contractor Foxconn forced the tech giant to confront problems with staff welfare and the firm faced pressure similar to that which forced Nike to reassess 'sweatshop' suppliers in the Nineties, an inspector has said.
Beijing, Feb 16 (ANI): China's Vice-President Xi Jinping has called for deeper 'strategic trust' in its relationship with the United States, adding that both countries should act to 'reduce misunderstandings and suspicions' though closer communication.
London, Feb 14 (ANI): Researchers have come up with a security system, which recognises a person's heartbeat as their password.
Washington, Feb 12 (ANI): During Friday night's big game between the L.A. Lakers and the New York Knicks, Kobe Bryant told reporters that he didn't know the Knicks hot new point guard Jeremy Lin.
Washington, Feb 12 (ANI): During Friday night's big game between the L.A. Lakers and the New York Knicks, Kobe Bryant told reporters that he didn't know the Knicks hot new point guard Jeremy Lin.
London, Feb 9 (ANI): A Chinese tech company has said that it owns the rights to the iPad trademark and sued Apple for 1.6 billion dollars.
London, Feb 9 (ANI): A Chinese tech company has said that it owns the rights to the iPad trademark and sued Apple for 1.6 billion dollars.
Beijing, Feb 7 (ANI): China has created a Guinness record for the world's longest parade float of 791.5 meters.
Beijing, Feb 7 (ANI): China has created a Guinness record for the world's longest parade float of 791.5 meters.
Melbourne, Feb 4 (ANI): A man from Taiwan was found dead after playing a computer game for 23 hours at an internet cafe.
Melbourne, Feb 4 (ANI): A man from Taiwan was found dead after playing a computer game for 23 hours at an internet cafe.
Washington, Jan 26(ANI): Paris based press freedom organization Reporters Without Borders has presented a new assessment report on global media freedom during 2011, and interestingly, the US has fallen 27 places to rank 47th in the latest Press Freedom Index.
Taipei, Jan 16 (ANI): Despite Ma Ying Jeou's re-election as President of Taiwan, there is little sign that he has any intention of moving toward, or has any public backing for, a political settlement with China on Taiwan's status, it has been claimed.
Taipei, Jan 16 (ANI): Despite Ma Ying Jeou's re-election as President of Taiwan, there is little sign that he has any intention of moving toward, or has any public backing for, a political settlement with China on Taiwan's status, it has been claimed.
