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Taipei, Matsue sign MOU on 2010 international flower expo
Taipei, July 6 The mayors of Taipei and Japan's Matsue City signed a memorandum of understanding Monday to formally include Matsue in the 2010 Taipei International Gardening and Horticulture Exposition scheduled to open Nov.
Defiant Chen to appear in court alongside his son
Taiwan's detained former president Chen Shui-bian will this week appear in court alongside his son for the first time in a continuing graft case.
Hong Kong, Taiwan fans mourn Michael Jackson
A fan impersonates Michael Jackson's distinctive moves on a stage as others watch during a memorial ceremony, Sunday, July 5, 2009, in Taipei, Taiwan.
Taiwan -- Nicaraguan leader apologizes for snubbing Taiwan
TAIPEI, Taiwan a ' Nicaragua's president apologized for standing up Taiwan's leader during a state visit a ' an insult that had prompted Taiwan to threaten to recall its envoy in protest, local media reported Sunday.
Taipei book fair to feature French theme
The 2010 Taipei International Book Exhibition, one of the highest-profile book fairs in Asia, will focus on French literature and publishing as its main theme, the organizer announced yesterday.
TAIPEI: Supporters tie yellow ribbons for Taiwan's Chen
Several local organisations launched Thursday a yellow ribbon campaign to demand that the government release former Taiwan president Chen Shui-bian and give him a fair trial, while the opposition Democratic Progressive Party urged local media to stop harassing Chen 's daughter, Chen Hsing-yu, who was barred from going abroad.
Taipei government to hold Philippines friendship day
Taipei, July 4 Taipei City's Department of Labor will hold a Philippines friendship day July 5 so that local citizens will have the chance to share in the festive spirit of the Philippines' Sandugo Festival and the country's rich culture.
Tibet exhibition opens in Taipei
LIFE IN EXILE: The exhibition at National Taiwan Democracy Memorial Hall features more than 400 photographs, more than 20 documentaries and many rare objects By Loa Iok-sin STAFF REPORTER Saturday, Jul 04, 2009, Page 4 Two Tibetan monks make a sand painting of Avalokiteshvara s mandala, a Hindu or Buddhist graphic symbol of the universe, during the ...
Taiwan launches first cruise service with China
A Taiwan company launched a cruise service with China Sunday, making it the first such cross-strait service in 60 years.
Number of Taiwan winners of Erasmus scholarships rises
Taiwan has seen a substantial year-on-year growth in the number of winners of the European Commission's Erasmus Mundus scholarship program, setting a record for the 2009-2010 academic year.
'Disgrace' by Australia director wins prize at Taipei Film Festival
The film Disgrace by Australian director Steve Jacobs on Friday won the grand prize in the New Talent Competition at the Taipei Film Festival.
Koala at Taipei Zoo dies from retrovirus complications
A koala from Australia's Currumbin wildlife protected area has died from multiple tumors induced by the retrovirus, Taipei Zoo officials said Wednesday.
Chen rejects call to plead guilty
TAIWAN'S detained former president Chen Shui-bian has rejected an appeal from his wife to plead guilty to corruption charges, his former lawyer said on Thursday.
Beijing's Quanjude Duck makes a splash in Taipei
A chef from the famous Chinese Quanjude restaurant demonstrates the way to cut the famous Chinese cuisine Beijing Duck during a news conference yesterday to announce a test business session from yesterday to July 5 at the Garden Taipei restaurant in Taipei.
TAIPEI: AirAsia inaugurates weekly flights to KL
An airline based in Malaysia, marketed as a "low-cost" airline, began service between Kuala Lumpur and Taipei Wednesday.
US names career diplomat William Stanton to head de facto Taiwan embassy
The United States on Thursday named a career diplomat with wide-ranging experience in East Asia to be the new head of its de facto embassy in Taiwan.
Changes to Taipei Awards stir controversy
While other cinephiles are celebrating the latest installment of the Taipei Film Festival , Ryan Cheng is using his blog to bemoan recent changes made to the festival s structure under Jane Yu , who has been in charge of programming since 2007.
Retired from work in 2003. Lived in Taiwan from 1998. The students will really enjoy their stay. ...
Nine Darlington students are packing their bags in preparation for a two week servant leadership trip to Taiwan that will begin Friday.
Taiwan -- President Ma meets with Panama's president-elect
Republic of China President Ma Ying-jeou met with Panama's President-elect Ricardo Martinelli Tuesday for a short talk immediately after he arrived in Panama City on a three-day state visit.
Taiwan opens door for mainland investment
TAIPEI, Taiwan: Taiwan has opened up key parts of its manufacturing and service sectors to mainland investment as another barrier falls across the Straits.