Former Taiwan president led away in handcuffs
TAIPEI, Taiwan - Former Taiwan President Chen Shui-bian on Tuesday was led from a prosecutor's office in handcuffs after being questioned for five hours on money-laundering allegations.
People:Ma Ying-jeou Chen Shui-bian Activities:Chen Shui-bian Corruption Case Source:(AP)
2008-11-11
China official ends turbulent Taiwan trip
TAIPEI - A Chinese official left Taiwan on Friday after a turbulent visit that produced landmark trade agreements but also sparked angry protests by thousands opposed to China's claim of sovereignty over the self-ruled island.
Nations:Taiwan People:Chen Yunlin Ma Ying-jeou
2008-11-07
China envoy ends historic Taiwan visit amid violent protests
TAIPEI (AFP) - A senior Chinese envoy left Taiwan on Friday after a historic visit that paved the way for closer cooperation between the former bitter rivals, but which was marred by huge protests that left scores injured.
Nations:Taiwan People:Chen Yunlin Ma Ying-jeou Activities:2008 Chen Taiwan Visit Source:(AFP)
2008-11-07
Taiwan president in historic meeting with Chinese envoy
TAIPEI (AFP) - Taiwan's President Ma Ying-jeou made history Thursday when he became the island's first leader to meet with a senior Chinese official since the end of a civil war in 1949.
Nations:Taiwan People:Chen Yunlin Chiang Pin-kun Ma Ying-jeou Activities:2008 Chen Taiwan Visit Ma Ying-jeou Admin.
2008-11-06
China's envoy arrives in Taiwan for historic talks
TAIPEI (AFP) - The most senior Chinese official to visit Taiwan since the end of a civil war 60 years ago said Monday that historic talks to take place this week are the only way to build trust between the arch rivals.
Nations:China Taiwan People:Chen Yunlin Ma Ying-jeou Activities:2008 Chen Taiwan Visit Ma Ying-jeou Admin. Source:(AFP)
2008-11-03
Taiwan says melamine found in Nestle milk powders
TAIPEI, Taiwan - Tests in Taiwan have found small amounts of the industrial chemical melamine in milk powders produced in China by the European food giant Nestle, and those products are being withdrawn, Taiwan's health minister said Thursday.
Nations:Taiwan Japan Activities:2008 China Milk Scandal Source:(AP)
2008-10-02
Malaysian, Singaporean scoop top Golden Melody awards
TAIPEI (AFP) - Malaysian singer Gary Chaw and Tanya Chua of Singapore scooped top honours Saturday at Taiwan's Golden Melody Awards, dubbed the Chinese-language Grammys.
Nations:Hong Kong Singapore Taiwan People:Jay Chou Eason Chan Activities:Golden Melody Awards Source:(AFP)
2008-07-05
'The Warlords' dominates Hong Kong film awards
Historical epic "The Warlords" dominated the Hong Kong Film Awards on Sunday scooping eight gongs including best film and best actor in martial arts star Jet Li.
People:Siqin Gaowa Johnnie To Peter Chan Ang Lee Chow Yun-fat Andy Lau Activities:2008 HK Film Awards
2008-04-13
Opposition wins Taiwan presidential vote
Taiwan's opposition candidate cruised to victory in the presidential election Saturday, promising to expand economic ties with China while protecting the island from being swallowed up politically by its giant communist neighbor.
Nations:Taiwan People:Frank Hsieh Ma Ying-jeou Chen Shui-bian Activities:2008 Taiwan Election
2008-03-22
Taiwan votes for president
Taiwan went to the polls on Saturday to elect a president who could usher in a new era in relations with China in one of the hottest potential flashpoints in Asia.
Nations:Taiwan Switzerland People:Su Tseng-chang Frank Hsieh Ma Ying-jeou Chen Shui-bian Activities:2008 Taiwan Election
2008-03-21
"Lust, Caution" actress banned in China
Lust, Caution" star Tang Wei has been banned in the Chinese media because of the sexual nature of her performance in director Ang Lee's steamy drama, according to local press reports.
Nations:Hong Kong People:Tang Wei Ang Lee Tony CW Leung
2008-03-09
Script issues block US movie in China
China has blocked a Hollywood movie reportedly starring John Cusack and Gong Li from being shot in the country because of concerns about the script, a film official said Wednesday.
People:Ken Watanabe John Cusack Zhang Ziyi Ang Lee Gong Li Chow Yun-fat
2008-02-13
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