Thompson Chau
@thomchau.bsky.social
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club President | Myanmar, Taiwan and Asia | Usual caveats
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Earlier this month, the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club hosted former cabinet bigwig and veteran diplomat Amb. David Tawei Lee for a talk reflecting on his 40-year public service and his new book “Composure Amidst Turmoil”. The session was moderated by @thomchau.bsky.social
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January 15, 2026 at 3:14 AM
Earlier this month, the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club hosted former cabinet bigwig and veteran diplomat Amb. David Tawei Lee for a talk reflecting on his 40-year public service and his new book “Composure Amidst Turmoil”. The session was moderated by @thomchau.bsky.social
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Looking back at 2025 - This year President Lai Ching-te of the DPP, KMT Chairwoman Cheng Li-wun and TPP Chairman Huang Kuo-chang sat down with Nikkei Asia to explain their positions and policies.
Based on the three interviews, I wrote a reflective piece about Taiwan’s politics and crises in 2025.
Based on the three interviews, I wrote a reflective piece about Taiwan’s politics and crises in 2025.
Taiwan's DPP-KMT fight to spill into 2026 as political rift deepens
Defense spending and local elections among key tests in coming year
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December 31, 2025 at 11:36 AM
Looking back at 2025 - This year President Lai Ching-te of the DPP, KMT Chairwoman Cheng Li-wun and TPP Chairman Huang Kuo-chang sat down with Nikkei Asia to explain their positions and policies.
Based on the three interviews, I wrote a reflective piece about Taiwan’s politics and crises in 2025.
Based on the three interviews, I wrote a reflective piece about Taiwan’s politics and crises in 2025.
European engagement with Taiwan has increased sharply in recent years, according to @ceias-eu.bsky.social’s new report, with the authors suggesting Taipei should push for economic ties beyond semiconductors and strive to “balance symbolism with substance.”
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Taiwan-Europe interactions jump fivefold amid China, Russia tensions
Despite engagement, European think tank report calls for more 'substance' across broader fields
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December 16, 2025 at 10:25 AM
European engagement with Taiwan has increased sharply in recent years, according to @ceias-eu.bsky.social’s new report, with the authors suggesting Taipei should push for economic ties beyond semiconductors and strive to “balance symbolism with substance.”
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asia.nikkei.com/politics/int...
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On December 17, TFCC and the Association of Taiwan Journalists will host a panel titled “The Empire of AI’s Hidden Cost" featuring @judithbarish.bsky.social and @greenpeaceeastasia.bsky.social's Lena Chang as speakers!
December 16, 2025 at 1:48 AM
On December 17, TFCC and the Association of Taiwan Journalists will host a panel titled “The Empire of AI’s Hidden Cost" featuring @judithbarish.bsky.social and @greenpeaceeastasia.bsky.social's Lena Chang as speakers!
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Taiwan’s 2025 Civil Defense Handbook marks a shift toward whole-of-society resilience and defending against cognitive warfare.
From “any surrender message is fake” to gaps in shelters & self-reliance, I break it down in my latest piece for the Prospect Foundation.
www.pf.org.tw/en/pfen/33-1...
From “any surrender message is fake” to gaps in shelters & self-reliance, I break it down in my latest piece for the Prospect Foundation.
www.pf.org.tw/en/pfen/33-1...
Taiwan’s 2025 Civil Defense Handbook and the Challenges of Whole-of-Society Resilience
Prospects & Perspectives
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November 28, 2025 at 8:49 AM
Taiwan’s 2025 Civil Defense Handbook marks a shift toward whole-of-society resilience and defending against cognitive warfare.
From “any surrender message is fake” to gaps in shelters & self-reliance, I break it down in my latest piece for the Prospect Foundation.
www.pf.org.tw/en/pfen/33-1...
From “any surrender message is fake” to gaps in shelters & self-reliance, I break it down in my latest piece for the Prospect Foundation.
www.pf.org.tw/en/pfen/33-1...
The KMT is pushing a bill that will allow people from China to hold govt and public positions in Taiwan without renouncing their Chinese citizenship. The move follows a law the KMT proposed last year to fast-track naturalisation of Chinese spouses.
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Taiwan's KMT pushes bill to let Chinese nationals hold political office
Opposition says it is standing up for China-born spouses, also seeks faster naturalization
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November 28, 2025 at 12:06 PM
The KMT is pushing a bill that will allow people from China to hold govt and public positions in Taiwan without renouncing their Chinese citizenship. The move follows a law the KMT proposed last year to fast-track naturalisation of Chinese spouses.
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Taiwan is poised to start deploying a homegrown satellite constellation into orbit with a launch aboard a SpaceX rocket in the US, propelling a broader mission to grow its space industry for economic benefits and security. 1/2
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Taiwan set for homegrown satellite leap with SpaceX launch
Taipei's space agency also fosters UK ties for communications, disaster resilience
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November 19, 2025 at 7:17 AM
Taiwan is poised to start deploying a homegrown satellite constellation into orbit with a launch aboard a SpaceX rocket in the US, propelling a broader mission to grow its space industry for economic benefits and security. 1/2
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On behalf of the Club, TFCC chair Thompson Chau @thomchau.bsky.social presented Minister Lin with a book by renowned British cook Dame Mary Berry.
Photos by William Chen. 2/2
Photos by William Chen. 2/2
November 15, 2025 at 9:45 AM
On behalf of the Club, TFCC chair Thompson Chau @thomchau.bsky.social presented Minister Lin with a book by renowned British cook Dame Mary Berry.
Photos by William Chen. 2/2
Photos by William Chen. 2/2
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The Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club hosted Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung for a briefing on Wednesday. Minister Lin shared his philosophy of Integrated Diplomacy, with a focus on Economic Diplomacy, and his recent travels. The event drew a full house. 1/2
November 15, 2025 at 9:45 AM
The Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club hosted Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung for a briefing on Wednesday. Minister Lin shared his philosophy of Integrated Diplomacy, with a focus on Economic Diplomacy, and his recent travels. The event drew a full house. 1/2
The Beijing-Tokyo row over comments by Sanae Takaichi is roiling politics in the place the remarks concerned -- Taiwan. KMT grandees Ma Ying-jeou and Hung Hsiu-chu have echoed China’s rebukes of Japan’s prime minister.
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Taiwan in tight spot as opposition KMT grandees echo China on Takaichi
Lai administration eager for greater economic, security cooperation with Tokyo
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November 19, 2025 at 1:21 AM
The Beijing-Tokyo row over comments by Sanae Takaichi is roiling politics in the place the remarks concerned -- Taiwan. KMT grandees Ma Ying-jeou and Hung Hsiu-chu have echoed China’s rebukes of Japan’s prime minister.
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An analysis by @asia.nikkei.com shows that Taiwan’s Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung has managed to visit an unusually large number of countries.
“Taiwan’s existence and success are proof of democratic resilience,” Lin said at a @taiwanfcc.bsky.social briefing. asia.nikkei.com/politics/int...
“Taiwan’s existence and success are proof of democratic resilience,” Lin said at a @taiwanfcc.bsky.social briefing. asia.nikkei.com/politics/int...
Taiwan foreign minister becomes a more frequent flyer as global doors open
Lin Chia-lung hails visits to Europe, criticizes China fury over Japan PM comments
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November 18, 2025 at 10:09 AM
An analysis by @asia.nikkei.com shows that Taiwan’s Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung has managed to visit an unusually large number of countries.
“Taiwan’s existence and success are proof of democratic resilience,” Lin said at a @taiwanfcc.bsky.social briefing. asia.nikkei.com/politics/int...
“Taiwan’s existence and success are proof of democratic resilience,” Lin said at a @taiwanfcc.bsky.social briefing. asia.nikkei.com/politics/int...
Exclusive - Kuomintang’s chairwoman Cheng Li-wun sat down for her first int’l media interview as party leader, & talked about Lai’s “Taiwan Independence fascism,” why “we are Chinese”, US tariffs, relations with Xi Jinping and Beijing, defence spending & “One China”.
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Taiwan defense buildup can't ensure security: New KMT boss Cheng Li-wun
'Unification goddess' pans Trump-driven spending, blames Lai for China tensions
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November 18, 2025 at 5:01 AM
Exclusive - Kuomintang’s chairwoman Cheng Li-wun sat down for her first int’l media interview as party leader, & talked about Lai’s “Taiwan Independence fascism,” why “we are Chinese”, US tariffs, relations with Xi Jinping and Beijing, defence spending & “One China”.
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The Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club will be hosting Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr Lin Chia-Lung for a members-only briefing on November 12.
Registration is now closed and we’re looking forward to meeting registered attendees very soon.
Registration is now closed and we’re looking forward to meeting registered attendees very soon.
November 4, 2025 at 11:24 AM
The Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club will be hosting Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr Lin Chia-Lung for a members-only briefing on November 12.
Registration is now closed and we’re looking forward to meeting registered attendees very soon.
Registration is now closed and we’re looking forward to meeting registered attendees very soon.
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In late August, the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club hosted CCP elite politics expert Willy Lam for a discussion on Xi Jinping, his leadership style, and the challenges to his grip on power. The event was moderated by TFCC Vice Chair @demesdavid.bsky.social.
Photos by William Chen
Photos by William Chen
September 30, 2025 at 2:45 PM
In late August, the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club hosted CCP elite politics expert Willy Lam for a discussion on Xi Jinping, his leadership style, and the challenges to his grip on power. The event was moderated by TFCC Vice Chair @demesdavid.bsky.social.
Photos by William Chen
Photos by William Chen
Estonia and Taiwan are stuck in a stalemate over plans to open a Taiwanese office in Tallinn, illustrating difficulties in Taipei-Europe ties even as both feel pressure from China & Russia. w/ comments from @matejsimalcik.bsky.social and @williamyang120.bsky.social
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Taiwan's plan to set up mission in Estonia hits wall over name
China's past retaliation against Lithuania for engaging with Taipei haunts Europe
asia.nikkei.com
November 4, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Estonia and Taiwan are stuck in a stalemate over plans to open a Taiwanese office in Tallinn, illustrating difficulties in Taipei-Europe ties even as both feel pressure from China & Russia. w/ comments from @matejsimalcik.bsky.social and @williamyang120.bsky.social
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On stalled of 🇹🇼 office in 🇪🇪:
"While Lithuania recovered from Beijing's pressure, this episode also served as a deterrent for other European countries. It's crucial for #Taiwan to open a mission in #Estonia and demonstrate institutional momentum, regardless of the office's name."
"While Lithuania recovered from Beijing's pressure, this episode also served as a deterrent for other European countries. It's crucial for #Taiwan to open a mission in #Estonia and demonstrate institutional momentum, regardless of the office's name."
Taiwan's plan to set up mission in Estonia hits wall over name
@matejsimalcik.bsky.social explains why the dispute over a name reveals much deeper tensions in Europe–Taiwan relations, haunted by 🇨🇳’s retaliation against Lithuania. ⤵️ 1/5
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@matejsimalcik.bsky.social explains why the dispute over a name reveals much deeper tensions in Europe–Taiwan relations, haunted by 🇨🇳’s retaliation against Lithuania. ⤵️ 1/5
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Taiwan's plan to set up mission in Estonia hits wall over name
China's past retaliation against Lithuania for engaging with Taipei haunts Europe
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November 3, 2025 at 12:12 PM
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Full story by @thomchau.bsky.social with more quotes by yours truly is published by @asia.nikkei.com
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Taiwan's plan to set up mission in Estonia hits wall over name
China's past retaliation against Lithuania for engaging with Taipei haunts Europe
asia.nikkei.com
November 3, 2025 at 12:12 PM
Full story by @thomchau.bsky.social with more quotes by yours truly is published by @asia.nikkei.com
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Taiwan's plan to set up mission in Estonia hits wall over name
@matejsimalcik.bsky.social explains why the dispute over a name reveals much deeper tensions in Europe–Taiwan relations, haunted by 🇨🇳’s retaliation against Lithuania. ⤵️ 1/5
🔗 asia.nikkei.com/politics/int...
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@matejsimalcik.bsky.social explains why the dispute over a name reveals much deeper tensions in Europe–Taiwan relations, haunted by 🇨🇳’s retaliation against Lithuania. ⤵️ 1/5
🔗 asia.nikkei.com/politics/int...
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Taiwan's plan to set up mission in Estonia hits wall over name
China's past retaliation against Lithuania for engaging with Taipei haunts Europe
asia.nikkei.com
November 3, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Taiwan's plan to set up mission in Estonia hits wall over name
@matejsimalcik.bsky.social explains why the dispute over a name reveals much deeper tensions in Europe–Taiwan relations, haunted by 🇨🇳’s retaliation against Lithuania. ⤵️ 1/5
🔗 asia.nikkei.com/politics/int...
✍️ @thomchau.bsky.social
@matejsimalcik.bsky.social explains why the dispute over a name reveals much deeper tensions in Europe–Taiwan relations, haunted by 🇨🇳’s retaliation against Lithuania. ⤵️ 1/5
🔗 asia.nikkei.com/politics/int...
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BREAKING: The Kuomintang on Saturday elected Cheng Li-wun as its next leader, picking an upstart over an old-guard favorite and sending a shock through Taiwan’s political class.
Cheng will become only the second elected female leader in the KMT’s history. asia.nikkei.com/politics/kmt...
Cheng will become only the second elected female leader in the KMT’s history. asia.nikkei.com/politics/kmt...
KMT picks upstart Cheng Li-wun as new leader, jolting Taiwan's old guard
55-year-old is second woman to be elected chief in opposition party's history
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October 18, 2025 at 11:55 AM
BREAKING: The Kuomintang on Saturday elected Cheng Li-wun as its next leader, picking an upstart over an old-guard favorite and sending a shock through Taiwan’s political class.
Cheng will become only the second elected female leader in the KMT’s history. asia.nikkei.com/politics/kmt...
Cheng will become only the second elected female leader in the KMT’s history. asia.nikkei.com/politics/kmt...
Cheng Li-Wun, the dark horse in the KMT leadership race, told an audience at the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club that her mission is “to be a peacemaker” who will aim for “reconciliation between the two sides of the Taiwan Strait.” @taiwanfcc.bsky.social asia.nikkei.com/politics/kmt...
KMT dark horse rises in Taiwan opposition party's leadership race
Cheng Li-Wun, a vocal critic of President Lai, vows to be 'peacemaker' with China
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October 18, 2025 at 1:11 AM
Cheng Li-Wun, the dark horse in the KMT leadership race, told an audience at the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club that her mission is “to be a peacemaker” who will aim for “reconciliation between the two sides of the Taiwan Strait.” @taiwanfcc.bsky.social asia.nikkei.com/politics/kmt...
The KMT will pick its leader today. The traditional establishment is largely behind Hau Lung-bin, but Cheng Li-wun has emerged as a formidable rival.
What’s been said on the campaign trail: China, shadow cabinet, defence spending, Japan, meeting Takaichi… asia.nikkei.com/politics/tai...
What’s been said on the campaign trail: China, shadow cabinet, defence spending, Japan, meeting Takaichi… asia.nikkei.com/politics/tai...
Taiwan's KMT to pick new leader after fierce race: 5 things to know
Opposition party's Saturday vote will decide generational and ideological battle
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October 18, 2025 at 1:08 AM
The KMT will pick its leader today. The traditional establishment is largely behind Hau Lung-bin, but Cheng Li-wun has emerged as a formidable rival.
What’s been said on the campaign trail: China, shadow cabinet, defence spending, Japan, meeting Takaichi… asia.nikkei.com/politics/tai...
What’s been said on the campaign trail: China, shadow cabinet, defence spending, Japan, meeting Takaichi… asia.nikkei.com/politics/tai...
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Polish edition of #GhostNation just dropped
Coming soon:
Feb 2026 - US publication + book tour
Spring 2026 - Publication of Chinese and Czech editions
Coming soon:
Feb 2026 - US publication + book tour
Spring 2026 - Publication of Chinese and Czech editions
October 3, 2025 at 11:32 PM
Polish edition of #GhostNation just dropped
Coming soon:
Feb 2026 - US publication + book tour
Spring 2026 - Publication of Chinese and Czech editions
Coming soon:
Feb 2026 - US publication + book tour
Spring 2026 - Publication of Chinese and Czech editions
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The Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club organised a briefing with British Representative Ruth Bradley-Jones. We thank the British Office Taipei for their hospitality and the opportunity. The event was moderated by TFCC chair @thomchau.bsky.social. Photos: William Chen
August 22, 2025 at 11:37 AM
The Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club organised a briefing with British Representative Ruth Bradley-Jones. We thank the British Office Taipei for their hospitality and the opportunity. The event was moderated by TFCC chair @thomchau.bsky.social. Photos: William Chen
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The Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club hosted KMT party chair candidate Cheng Li-Wun and former KMT official Prof. Tso Chen-Dong for an in-depth discussion about the party’s leadership race. The event, moderated by @thomchau.bsky.social, drew a strong turnout among members. 📸: @mikg.bsky.social
September 24, 2025 at 1:29 PM
The Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club hosted KMT party chair candidate Cheng Li-Wun and former KMT official Prof. Tso Chen-Dong for an in-depth discussion about the party’s leadership race. The event, moderated by @thomchau.bsky.social, drew a strong turnout among members. 📸: @mikg.bsky.social
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As the Kuomintang’s leadership race heats up, the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club will be hosting two KMT insiders - former legislator and govt spox Cheng Li-Wun, and ex-KMT official and adviser to the 2024 presidential candidate Professor Tso Chen-Dong - for a discussion.
September 8, 2025 at 5:32 AM
As the Kuomintang’s leadership race heats up, the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club will be hosting two KMT insiders - former legislator and govt spox Cheng Li-Wun, and ex-KMT official and adviser to the 2024 presidential candidate Professor Tso Chen-Dong - for a discussion.