Clarissa Wei
Defence
Taiwan struggles to fill military ranks as China ramps up regional threats
Taiwan is racing to fortify itself against the possibility of conflict with China. Fighter jets roar across the divide, new weapons deals are signed and the defence budget keeps on climbing – but Taiwan…
Travel and restaurants
Meet the people cooking up a contemporary twist on Taipei’s traditional breakfast shops
Taiwan’s street-side eateries have fuelled hungry commuters since the mid-20th century.
Affairs
The inauguration of Taiwan’s Lai Ching-te is marked by a flamboyant display
Lai Ching-te was sworn in as Taiwan’s fifth democratically elected president yesterday, marking a historic third consecutive term for the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP). The inauguration festivities kicked off with processions outside the brick-clad…
Travel and restaurants
Dadaocheng: One of the Taiwanese capital’s oldest and most atmospheric corners
It’s an area that demands exploration – and we’ve jotted down a few essential stops to help you along the way.
