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Taiwan's former president arrested over graft probe
TAIPEI - Taiwan's former president Chen Shui-bian was arrested on Tuesday as prosecutors sought to detain him in connection with a long-running corruption probe, officials said.
People:Ma Ying-jeou Chen Yunlin Chen Shui-bian Sun Yat-sen Activities:Chen Shui-bian Corruption Case Source:(AFP)
2008-11-11
Safety-wary China officials cancel Taiwan trips
TAIPEI - Three official groups from China have canceled plans to visit Taiwan because of violent political protests last week directed against Beijing's top negotiator to the island, the local ruling party said on Monday.
Nations:Taiwan People:Chen Yunlin Ma Ying-jeou Activities:2008 Chen Taiwan Visit Source:(Reuters)
2008-11-10
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
China envoy's Taiwan trip highlights differences
TAIPEI, Taiwan - He stepped off the plane with a mission: Make history by becoming the most senior Chinese official to visit Taiwan. Sign a landmark trade deal. Draw the wayward island closer to motherland China.
Nations:Taiwan People:Chen Yunlin Chiang Pin-kun Barack Obama Ma Ying-jeou Chen Shui-bian Activities:2008 Chen Taiwan Visit Source:(AP)
2008-11-07
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