Democratic Progressive Party

Taiwan's Tsai Ing-wen warns China after landslide victory

British Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond also congratulated Tsai and said he hoped Taiwan and China would "continue their dialogue to resolve differences and maintain the recent trend of constructive relations".

Jan 16, 2016, 23:18 PM IST

China ties on the line as Taiwan votes for new president

Taiwan looks set on Saturday to elect an independence-leaning opposition leader as its first woman president who could usher in a new round of uncertainty with China, the massive neighbour that claims the self-ruled island as its sacred territory.

Jan 16, 2016, 11:29 AM IST

On election eve, Taiwan frontrunner says she seeks peace with China

The White House this week called on Taiwan and China to avoid an escalation of tensions from elections in Taiwan if the DPP wins.

Jan 15, 2016, 16:40 PM IST

China warns of "complex changes" in Taiwan election year

Taiwan`s independence-leaning opposition Democratic Progressive Party is expected to win January`s presidential election.

Dec 31, 2015, 11:21 AM IST

China says it will stay out of upcoming Taiwan elections

China says it won't get involved in Taiwan's elections, despite an expected strong showing by the opposition that favors formal independence for the island.

Oct 28, 2015, 14:26 PM IST

China angered by Japan visit of Taiwan opposition leader

China`s expressed anger on Friday about a visit next month to Japan by Taiwan opposition leader and presidential frontrunner Tsai Ing-wen, saying Japan should not give anyone a platform to promote Taiwan independence views.

Sep 25, 2015, 14:59 PM IST