Sign in

Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC)

@taiwanfcc.bsky.social
77 followers 2 following 118 posts

Official Bluesky account of the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (台灣外國記者會), established in 1998. Join our debates and discussions.

PostsRepliesMedia
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
It is with deep sadness that the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club has learned of the passing of our long-time colleague and friend, veteran Associated Press journalist Christopher Bodeen. 1/3
apnews.com
AP reporter Christopher Bodeen, a tenacious chronicler of China's rise, dies at 55
Longtime AP correspondent Christopher Bodeen has died at 55. He was a tenacious, old-school wire service reporter who brought a keen analytical eye and a wry sense of humor to decades of work in China...
110
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
Last week, the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club hosted NSTC Minister Wu Cheng-wen for a members-only briefing on semiconductors, AI, robotics, satellite communication, international cooperation and Taiwan’s economic transformation. Photos: @mikg.bsky.social
NSTC Minister Wu Cheng-wenThe crowd at the eventNSTC Minister Wu Cheng-wenCrowd at the event
021
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
The Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club hosted Okinawa Times journalist @jonmitchell.bsky.social for a talk about his recently published book Why Are We in Okinawa? A History of Violence. The conversation was moderated by TFCC board member and NZZ correspondent @pzoll.bsky.social. .
Jon MitchellJon Mitchell (left) and Patrick Zoll (right)Speakers and audience members at the eventPatrick Zoll
021
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Join TFCC’s exclusive briefing with National Science and Technology Minister Wu Cheng-Wen next week. This is your chance to know about Taiwan’s semiconductor industry, satellite communications, intl science partnerships, robotics, AI policy and much more. taiwanfcc.org/20260722-nstc/
National Science and Technology Minister Wu Cheng-Wen
000
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Tomorrow afternoon (July 10) the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club will organize a panel discussion with I-Chen Liu of @article19.bsky.social, @matejsimalcik.bsky.social of @ceias-eu.bsky.social and @athenaktong.bsky.social as our panellists
154
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
This Friday (July 10), the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club will organize a panel discussion about the number of diplomatic challenges and “gray zone” warfare facing Taiwan in recent months. We’ll be joined by Liu I-Chen, @matejsimalcik.bsky.social, and @athenaktong.bsky.social
taiwanfcc.us17.list-manage.com
Panel discussion about Taiwan’s diplomatic and gray zone challenges
On this coming Friday (July 10), the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club will organize a panel discussion about the number of diplomatic challenges and “gray zone” warfare facing Taiwan in recent mont...
100
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
The Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club hosted Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-Lung and International Cooperation and Development Fund (ICDF) Secretary General Huang Yu-Lin for an exclusive briefing with our members this month. Read more: www.linkedin.com/posts/the-ta...
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-LungInternational Cooperation and Development Fund (ICDF) Secretary General Huang Yu-LinTFCC President Thompson Chau (left), Minister of Foreign Affairs Joseph Wu (center), and International Cooperation and Development Fund (ICDF) Secretary General Huang Yu-Lin (right)Photo of the crowd at the event
010
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 21/06/2026
The Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club co-organized a briefing with Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te on Thursday. This marked the first TFCC briefing with this country’s incumbent head of state in many years. The president’s opening remarks: english.president.gov.tw/News/7169#new
Assembled journalists at the eventPresident Lai Ching-te giving his commentsTFCC president Thompson Chau (left) and President Lai Ching-te (right)Lai greeting journalists at the event
111
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
The Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club will organize a conversation with Foreign Minister Lin Chia-Lung and International Cooperation and Development Fund Secretary General Huang Yu-Lin on June 17. Taiwan’s national aid agency TaiwanICDF marks its 30th anniversary this year.
111
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 25/05/2026
This month, the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents' Club hosted fmr KMT vice presidential candidate and TV personality Jaw Shau-Kong for an in-depth discussion about President Lai's performance, Taiwan's politics, the direction of his party, and the country's relationship with China.
Jaw Shau-kong (left) and Thompson Chau (right)Audience members at the eventJaw Shau-kong (left) and Thompson Chau (right)David Demes (left), Jaw Shau-kong (center), Thompson Chau (right)
100
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
To mark the second anniversary of President Lai taking office, the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club hosted a panel discussion this week. Amb. Roy Lee, political scientist Chen Fang-yu, and TPP legal counsel Ann Lai weighed in on Lai’s performance so far.
The panel in front, audience members at the event behindAnn Lai (left) and Thompson Chau (right)Chen Fang-yu (left) and Roy Lee (right)The panel assembled for a group photo
122
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
President Lai Ching-te is approaching the end of his second year in office. On Monday (May 18), the TFCC will organize a panel about the progress and setbacks for Lai and his rivals. We’ll be joined by Amb Roy Lee, TPP’s legal counsel Ann Lai and Chen Fang-yu of US Taiwan Watch
011
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
On May 13 the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club will be hosting Kuomintang bigwig Jaw Shau-Kong for a members-only fireside chat. One of the most well-known figures in Taiwan politics and the Chinese-speaking world, Jaw served as a minister, legislator, and TV show host.
142
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Earlier this month, the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club hosted Ocean Affairs Council Minister Kuan Bi-ling for an exclusive briefing. Kuan outlined Taiwan’s maritime security strategy from protecting undersea cables to countering Beijing’s coercion and Coast Guard reforms.
111
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
The Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club hosted @patrickmcgee.bsky.social, Financial Times contributor and author of Apple in China, with a deep dive into the messy, high‑stakes intersection of tech, geopolitics, and Taiwan’s role in the global supply chain.
Patrick McGee (left) and Tim Culpan (right)Patrick McGee (left) and Tim Culpan (right)
100
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 26/04/2026
The Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club welcomed J. Michael Cole for a talk about his book The Taiwan Tinderbox. Cole talked about Taiwan and the dynamics in the region. The session was moderated by TFCC director and Domino Theory's @imtienyikrislih.bsky.social. Photos by @mikg.bsky.social.
010
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
This Wednesday, the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club will be hosting a book talk with Taiwan expert and ex-intelligence officer J. Michael Cole, author of The Taiwan Tinderbox. The session will be moderated by TFCC board director and Domino Theory reporter @imtienyikrislih.bsky.social
011
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
Earlier this month, the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club hosted Interior Minister Liu Shyh-fang for an exclusive briefing. In a candid exchange with members, the minister addressed a wide range of issues, including Chinese infiltration, civil defense, refugee legislation
Interior Minister Liu Shyh-fang (left) and TFCC President Thompson Chau (right)View of the room during the eventInterior Minister Liu Shyh-fang (left), TFCC President Thompson Chau (center), and TFCC Vice President David Demes (right)Interior Minister Liu Shyh-fang
100
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 29/03/2026
The Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club will be hosting Ocean Affairs Council Minister Kuan Bi-ling for a members-only briefing on April 2. Registration details have been sent to members via email. The briefing will be moderated by TFCC chair and Nikkei Asia correspondent @thomchau.bsky.social
011
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
A packed hall in Taipei yesterday as the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club hosted KMT Chair Cheng Li-wun. Cheng weighed in on defense spending, US and China ties, cross-strait tensions, the 1992 Consensus and a possible meeting with Xi Jinping.
111
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 15/03/2026
As the US edition of “Ghost Nation: The Story of Taiwan and Its Struggle for Survival” was launched last month, the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club hosted longtime Taiwan journalist and former TFCC Vice President Chris Horton (@heguisen.bsky.social) for a talk about his new book.
132
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 14/03/2026
The Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club will be hosting Liu Shyh-fang, Minister of the Interior, for a members-only briefing on March 25. Registration details have been sent to members via email.
021
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
Today marks the 46th anniversary of the Lin Family Murders. On Wednesday, the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club hosted National Human Rights Commissioner Tien Chiu-chin, who shared her memories of that day in 1980 and her experiences growing up under martial law in Taiwan.
National Human Rights Commissioner Tien Chiu-chinTFCC Vice President David Demes (left) and National Human Rights Commissioner Tien Chiu-chin (right)Participants at the eventCrowd members at the event
110
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
On Wednesday, the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club will host Human Rights Commissioner Tien Chiu-chin to talk about the Lin Family Murders and Taiwan under Martial Law. The event will be moderated by TFCC vice chair @demesdavid.bsky.social. Details have been sent to members via email.
034
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
The Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club will host Kuomintang Chairperson Cheng Li-wun for a members-only briefing on March 23. This will be the first TFCC briefing with a KMT leader in many years. Registration details have been sent to members.
053
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 07/02/2026
This week Minister John Deng, Jasmine Lee of US Taiwan Watch, @lnachman32.bsky.social of National Taiwan University and Lin Chien-Chih of Academia Sinica spoke to Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club members about what to expect this year when it comes to business and politics in Taiwan.
John Deng speakingLev Nachman speakingJasmine Lee speakingGroup photo of panel participants
111
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
On Monday, the TFCC will host several experts and policy insiders to explore what to expect in 2026. Speakers are: - John Deng, veteran minister - ⁠Jasmine Lee, co-editor of US Taiwan Watch - Lev Nachman, political scientist, NTU - ⁠Lin Chien-Chih, law expert, Academia Sinica
141
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
On Thursday, the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club co-hosted a briefing with Democratic Progressive Party Secretary-General Hsu Kuo-yung.. In a wide-ranging briefing, Hsu outlined his party’s policies and views to members of the international press corps
111
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
The Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club will host longtime Taiwan journalist Chris Horton (@heguisen.bsky.social) on Feb 3 for a talk about his book “Ghost Nation: The Story of Taiwan and Its Struggle for Survival”. The event is organized with the support of the Memorial Foundation of 228.
1115
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
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 .
Ambassador David Tawei LeeTFCC president Thompson Chau (left) and Ambassador David LeeParticipants at the eventTFCC president Thompson Chau (left), Ambassador David Lee (center), and TFCC vice president David Demes (right)
111
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 01/01/2026
Don’t miss our book talk with former NSC chief and foreign minister Amb. David Tawei Lee (李大維) tomorrow! Lee is one of Taiwan’s most experienced diplomats and will share insights from his career spanning more than four decades. taiwanfcc.org/book-talk-wi...
000
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 28/12/2025
The TFCC will host Amb. David Tawei Lee for a members-only book talk on January 2. The talk will center on Lee’s memoir, Composure Amidst Turmoil (和光同塵:一位外交官的省思), a reflective account of Taiwan’s diplomatic history and the mindset required of its diplomats.
100
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
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!
143
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
On Dec 9, the TFCC will host a discussion on Europe-Taiwan relations amid geopolitical uncertainty. We’ll be joined by @matejsimalcik.bsky.social of @ceias-eu.bsky.social and an INDSR fellow, and Dana Dūda of the Latvian Institute of International Affairs. Moderator: @demesdavid.bsky.social
021
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 15/11/2025
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
Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lungForeign Minister Lin Chia-lungAttendees at the eventForeign Minister Lin Chia-lung (left) and TFCC President Thompson Chau (right)
111
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
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.
032
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
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
TFCC Vice Chair David Demes (left) and Willy Lam (right)Crowd at the eventWilly LamCrowd at the event chatting with Willy Lam
011
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
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
TFCC president Thompson Chau (left) and Cheng Li-Wun of the KMT (right)KMT party chair candidate Cheng Li-Wun (left) and former KMT official Prof. Tso Chen-Dong (right)Participants at the eventTFCC president Thompson Chau (left) and Cheng Li-Wun of the KMT (right)
011
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 14/09/2025
On September 16, the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club will organize a panel discussion about the country’s efforts to create a defense industrial supply chain. We will be joined by Rupert Hammond-Chambers of @ustaiwan.bsky.social and Cathy Fang of DSET.
022
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
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.
111
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
On August 13, as part of our TFCCxATJ Talk Series, we hosted award-winning writer and translator Lin King (@linkinglionking.bsky.social) to discuss the role of Taiwanese literature on the world stage. The event was moderated by TFCC board director @brianhioe.bsky.social. Photos: William Chen
Lin KingLin King (left) and TFCC board director Brian Hioe (right)Members of the audienceLin King (left) and TFCC board member Brian Hioe (right)
023
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 24/08/2025
The Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club echos the concerns raised by @fcchk.bsky.social and condemns the erosion of press freedom and treatment of journalists in Hong Kong.
010
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 22/08/2025
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
British Representative Ruth Bradley-JonesTFCC President Thompson Chau (left) and British Representative Ruth Bradley-Jones (right)Crowd at the event TFCC President Thompson Chau (left) and British Representative Ruth Bradley-Jones (right)
011
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 19/08/2025
Please read the full statement on our website: taiwanfcc.org/20250819-gaz...
03315
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 07/08/2025
The Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club hosted KMT grandee, ex-foreign minister and Taichung mayor Jason Hu for a book talk. Hu talked about his decades-long public life, memories at Oxford, the KMT and Taiwan’s future. Event was moderated by @thomchau.bsky.social. Photos: @demesdavid.bsky.social
Jason Hu (left) and TFCC chairman Thompson Chau (right)Crowd at the eventJason HuCrowd at the event with Jason Hu (left) and TFCC chair Thompson Chau (right)
021
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
For the next installment of our monthly TFCCxATJ Talk Series on Wednesday, August 13, the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club has invited writer and translator  linkinglionking.bsky.social to talk about Taiwanese literature on the world stage
176
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 31/07/2025
Last week, the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club organized an afternoon briefing with Jim Nickel, the outgoing Executive Director of the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei. Many thanks to Representative Nickel and his team for hosting us. Photos: William Chen
Jim Nickel while speakingAudience at the eventAudience at the eventJim Nickel (left), TFCC chair Thompson Chau (center), and TFCC vice chair David Demes (right)
021
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 26/07/2025
The Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club will be hosting Kuomintang grandee Hu Chih-chiang, also known as Jason Hu, for a talk about his memoir on July 29. Hu served as foreign minister, top envoy to the U.S., KMT vice chair, and Taichung mayor. Details have been sent to members.
000
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 24/07/2025
Last Friday, the Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club hosted Vice President 蕭美琴 Bi-khim Hsiao for an exclusive briefing.
131
Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) @taiwanfcc.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
The Taiwan Foreign Correspondents’ Club (TFCC) will be hosting Vice President 蕭美琴 Bi-khim Hsiao for a members-only briefing on Friday, July 18th. The session will be moderated by TFCC chair @thomchau.bsky.social
131