-taiwan relations and the people of taiwan transformed taiwan into a beacon of democracy and individual lits. as is often said, taiwan is a force for good in the world. reaffirming the u.s. commitment to taiwan at this moment is essential because we are standing together to face a growing threat. communist party, general secretary xi is using the tools t his disposal to try to destroy taiwan's democracy. i urge my colleagues to join in supporting this resolution and he will not succeed on our watch. and i yield back the balance of my time. the speaker pro tempore: does the gentleman reserve? the gentleman from texas reserves. the gentleman from new jersey is recognized. mr. sires: i reserve. the speaker pro tempore: the gentleman from texas. mr. mccaul: i yield three minutes to the gentleman from ohio, mr. chabot, senior member of the foreign affairs committee and former subcommittee chairman on asian the pacific. mr. chabot: i rise in support of h.res. 273, which reaffirms the united states' commitment to taiwan and the implementation of the taiwan relations act or t.r.a. as a long tim

mentioned china has used force against taiwan. taiwan, willdes u.s. military help? >> our law says any threat to taiwan is -- and it is a broad definition of threat to include economic threats, blockade, etc. -- would be regarded with grave concern in the united states and the president would consult with the congress on an appropriate response. i think our history is clear -- when taiwan has been threatened, the u.s. has responded in an appropriate manner to help support taiwan. in the future, it could be well expected that we would want to see taiwan the able to preserve its status free from coercion, but the specific response would be a product of that confrontation as our law directs us to do in that event. >> he said china's stated goal is to become a world-class military power. u.s. is the definition of a world class military power, china is still decades behind? >> i think as our report points out, they have had substantial , so iss in niche areas think they have areas of excellence such as ballistic and cruise missiles. there's areas where they are making ra

to taiwan. the men in the china is becoming stronger and stronger no matter how many weapons to taiwan would have by their would not be useful. was the scenario i believe the taiwanese. is not to really buy weapons they're trying to buy you sure it's are you sure is that it could be filled with american blood are you sure it's not to could not to really guard he's a safety so what. is the safety of the taiwanese people their safety and security come from good relationship with them and then china that is where the security lie and even economically dependent so heavily upon men and china i know we have extended the good will time and again if you compare the previous. and the current to us r.t. you would find the difference so. and it won't be. across a strait utilizing the trust of china taiwan. now at the moscow conference on international security minister of aid said that china is strongly against the taiwan travel act that the united states adopt it is a blatant interference in china's dome

the trust that china taiwan. now at the moscow conference on international security minister of 80 said that china is strongly against the taiwan travel act that the united states adopt it is a blatant interference in china's domestic affairs that undermines the peace and stability in the taiwan strait that's a quote what could potentially lead to an open confrontation in the taiwan strait. well. situation across trade is not so favorable and indeed being capitol hill a number of bills passed by the congress by the we have also taken notice that. some of those who were ratified about american president. they are not necessarily implementing it. to date. taiwan issue is a core issue over china's national interest and we've made it a very clear and very much a resolute to safeguard. because of the mainland china and specially music capability. days grow you know. we are very much on this issue and i think it's good for the united states to consider what is a pro and what is a corner is it important for them to make

the news well it's incredibly gratifying to see that the many years of advocacy on the ground in taiwan have paid off but i think over and above the victory in the outcome of same sex marriage recognition before the law is that this is an example of a government standing up against popular sentiment in some cases this is an example of a government saying we protect our minorities and respect them and recognize them as equal before the law even when that might be on top kill or i think that's one of the takeaway messages from this whole thing regardless of whether same sex marriage is on the agenda in any particular country taiwan stands as a strong example of a government standing between an oppressed and marginalized minority and some people in public who would rather scapegoat and slur them and support them. as you mentioned i mean not everyone in taiwan is celebrating this news i mean how divided is the country on this issue. well. you know there was a referendum last fall on this issue it was a confusing referendum it had multiple questions and some delicate phrasing around exactly

live from berlin taiwan becomes the 1st nations in asia to approve same sex marriage lawmakers passing the landmark legislation that despite a last minute attempt by conservatives to defeat the bill will tell you what rights the new law grants to same sex couples also on the show. was for 3 years if they cannot continue sexual assaults are stuck. with your baby calls for a legal challenge after the state of alabama passes america's most restrictive abortion law our correspondent visits that state to talk with people on both sides of the divide plus. but just about a week now until european elections polls show climate change is a major issue for many voters also are mounting for more drastic action to protect the environment. i'm brian thomas thanks so much for joining us in a landmark 1st for asia taiwan's parliament has legalized same sex marriage lawmakers approving a government bill that allows same sex couples to form exclusive permanent unions and apply for marriage registration this bill overcame a number of hurdles including attempts by conservatives to remove any reference to

so this is quite a dramatic event that happened in taiwan's, quite a milestone, not only for taiwan butnow settled, do you think, or will there continue to be pushed back from conservatives? already conservative groups including religious groups and parents groups are saying they are going to fight this, they are saying this is the worst day in the history of democracy entire one because they're accusing the government and the parliament of going against the wishes of the majority of the public and they're threatening to hold another referendum to knockdown this new law that the parliament passed last friday legalising same—sex marriages. cindy, why do you think it is taiwan's leading the way with this as opposed to other countries in the region? many people have asked this question and it's definitely not a coincidence that taiwan is the first place in asia. its because of the democratic foundation taiwan has built over decades of grassroots movements, fighting for democracy, that's allowed groups like lgbt rights groups and other groups who really foster their strength and also build

history has just been made in taiwan.iages for the first time, a week after lawmakers voted to legalise gay marriage. taiwan is the first country in asia to make it legal. 0ur correspondent cindy sui is at one of the marriage registration offices in taipei where excitement has been running high. there are still couples who are getting registered, as you can see behind me. several couples have already registered their marriages and they were proudly holding up their certificates. some of them even are planning for a honeymoon. so they have been waiting for this moment for a long time and this has been a long—time coming for taiwan. it's been a 30—year struggle for taiwan so for many people here today is really quite a historic moment. how divisive is this issue in taiwan? it has been very divisive. the constitutional court ruled two years ago that the current marriage law was unconstitutional because it only allowed a man and woman to get married so they ordered parliament to change the law, adopt a new law to allow same—s

in taiwan after arriving. alfie the place that has been dubbed a big capital in asia today a legislative battle actually cement taiwan's place in the hearings to break new ground in terms of human rights and eligibility rights but also it is likely going to inspire revenue that will fall out and for you quality and rights for l.g.b. secure individuals in taiwan. also a coffee shop in. tomorrow day it will be 10 years since the end of the country's long running civil war but for some of the country the scars of the conflict. the conflict broke out in 1983 putting the largely single east military against the tamil liberation tigers the families who are fighting for a separate homeland in sri lanka in may of 2009 the true lankan military defeat of the tamil separatists bought it as a huge human cost it's estimated some 50000 fighters and 100000 civilians were killed many of them tamils today at least 20000 people are still missing their feets unknown did. went to northern sri lanka where survivors have taken the

we really do hope that taiwan will come to beacon of light. other asian countries because this is a huge step in age we never thought that it was it will pass at all but now that it did it we really do hope that all the other countries was soon follow on i'm sure it will push their teams then a lot faster now that we have that all right cindy sue from the lobby alliance for human rights in taipei very good to have you with us thank you so much. well that's it for today thank you for joining us on news asia there's more stories on our website d.w. dot com slash asia and be sure to check us out on facebook as well. believe you with them edges of the new shin can send a bullet train prototype being tested in japan it's scheduled to go into use in 2030 and would be the fastest train in the war. i'm secure in the fire more than target and in the end this is a me you're not allowed to stay here anymore we will send you back. are you familiar with this. with the smugglers were lions of. what's your story ready. i'm more than i was and women especiall

tomorrow on legislation to legalize same sex marriage but how it all pulled marriage equality in taiwan actually feet we'll look ahead to the big decision. and a hairy endeavor this barber is a master of hair sculpting in china sharing famous thanks since on to his clients. i'm sumi so much gondo welcome to news asia it is good to have you with us. now they're promised a better life and money to help their families that's how hundreds of pakistani girls and women like my head are being married off to men in china it's called bride trafficking and human rights watch is demanding that china and pakistan do something to stop it now according to christian activists marriage brokers are seeking out poor families and pakistan's christian community promising them grooms who are rich and christian once the women arrive in china however it's a different story the booming foreign bride market in china is a product of the country's one child paul. see it tipped the gender balance towards men now brokers used to look for brides from vietnam war from north korea but the man has grown and they've exp

on the taiwan news website, following the decision by taiwan to approve a bill legalizing same—sex marriagen may 17, the first ever weddings are due to take place today. the new certicificates however will not contain the words "same sex". there is some controversy over that. and finally on the bbc news website, the tiger who came to tea author judith kerr has died at the age of 95. she published more than 30 books over a 50—year career and originally dreamed up the tiger to amuse her two children. her most popular picture books also included the mog series, which began with mog the forgetful cat in 1970. with me is dr stephanie hare, who's an independent technology analyst. thank technology analyst. you for coming back. should w start thank you for coming back. should we start with the new york times and julian assange. 17 new counts of violating this espionage act. my understanding of american history is it was rare for a government to treat the leaking of a secret to the news media is a crime yet now we are seeing that this might be a real test case and legal scholars are wanting this mi

carl: i want's-- taiwan's parliament has legalized same-sex marriage.t is the first in asia to landmark legislation. the bill overcame several hurdles, including attempts by conservatives to remove any reference to marriage. despite the outcome of the vote, the issue of same-sex marriage continues to define the country -- divide the country. reporter: an emotional day for lgbt rights campaigners as they celebrated their victory outside parliament in taipei. the legislation survived a last-minute attempt by conservatives to pass a watered-down version. >> today is a very significant day to us, because we can finally passed a law that will protect my family. we have been fighting for this change since -- 45 years.-- for five years. me personally, before i even had children. now that i do, it means even more. >> it is a happy day for me that taiwan can pass such a law. although there were divisions, it is a happy occasion and i'm quite emotional. reporter: three different bills were tabled for friday's outcome of that only one used the word marriage, satis

jerome, taiwan is the first country in asia to allow same—sex marriages — how progressive is taiwan?t for asia. i mean, landmark moment, not just for taiwan but forasia. i mean, historically taiwan in the last decade has made some quite significant leaps and bounds in terms of the lgbt community, representation and things like that but the issue does seriously divide the island. you know, it has one of the largest gay pride is every year, the cities themselves have thriving gay communities, support for gay marriage is quite strong, particularly among young and urban taiwanese, but at the same time there is a lot of unease and opposition to same—sex marriage amongst older generations, particularly income alike, the rural heartlands as well, where during last yea r‘s heartlands as well, where during last year's referendum, about 70% voted against the idea of changing the definition of marriage to anything other than the marriage of anything other than the marriage of a man and a woman. so, jennifer, with a majority having voted against changing the definition of marriage, what differen

this is the day of you news live from taiwan becomes the 1st nation in asia to approve same sex marriage lawmakers easily passing the landmark legislation this despite a last minute attempt by conservatives to defeat the bill will tell you what rights the new law grants to same sex couples also on the show. a move to boycott the u.s. state of alabama gains momentum after the passes the country's most restrictive abortion law our correspondent visits the capital to talk with people on both sides of the divide plus we just leaning against seniors. we discriminate against brilliance. present trump unveils an immigration overhaul he wants to favor a highly skilled migrants over those with family ties to the u.s. but with a deeply divided congress this is planned that on arrival. i brian thomas thanks so much for joining us in a landmark 1st of 4 asia taiwan's parliament has legalized same sex marriage the bill louse same sex couples full legal marriage rights that including in areas such as taxes insurance and child custody it followed a long debate and a referendum in which same sex marriag

box cars billionaire chairman terry goal has declared a bid to run for president of taiwan goal helps to be the nominee for the pro china to be the nominee for the pro china candidate for the two thousand and twenty alexion where he looks to unseat current taiwanese presidents i.e. one of the democratic progressive party go has called on beijing to recognize and acknowledge the existence of the republic of china taiwan's official title he said taiwan should maintain peace with china while protecting its own uniqueness but there is a fundamental rift between taiwan's pro in the pendants leanings and beijing's to reunification push the question of taiwan's sovereignty is highly sensitive election issue and goal has been under intense scrutiny as critics claim he would sell out the self-will island because of his multibillion dollar manufacturing empire on the mainland go has deep business and political ties in china and most of bach's khan's assets and production facilities are in china go has met with president trump last week and announced he hopes to be the peacemaker between taiwan

we really do hope that taiwan will come if you can the flight. other asian countries because this is a huge step in asia we never thought that it was it will pass and all but now that debt that we really do hope that all the other countries was soon follow on i'm sure it will push their. a lot faster now that we have all right cindy sue from the lobby alliance for l.g. human rights in taipei very good to have you with us thank you so much. well that's it for today thank you for joining us on news asia there's more stories on our website w dot com slash asia and be sure to check us out on facebook as well. police here with images of the new shin can send bullet train prototype being tested in japan it's scheduled to go into use in 2013 and would be the fastest train in the world. why not here to judge but to eliminate prejudices. we're not here to change your opinion. but to open some space for different points of view we're not here to speak on behalf of anybody but to let everybody speak for themselves. or to give the right answers but to ask th

ahead of the boy, -- boat, she tweeted that taiwan -- vote, she tweeted that taiwan could take historytell us about what led up to today. with a reallylyd big lobbying pusush fromom the q act to this community in time -- theq activist community in country. they asked them to review the constitution. that is what the top court did two years ago and rolele that between ahat marriage man and woman was on constitutional. -- was unconstitutional. the government had to change the law to take the ruling into account. party is pro-lgbt ts.tes -- righ the president ran on a same-sex agenda. they were concernened that theyy would lose more conservavative voters. it was a very divisive debate within taiwanese society about what marriage means. that is when a number of religious and conservative groups mobilized and manageded o get enough signatures to get a number of referendums in the country and those were voted on in november. the results of those referendums were a blow to the lgbtq rights activists because 67% of voters said they thought marriage is between a man and a woman. however, it in

of taiwan's sovereignty is highly sensitive election issue and goal has been under intense scrutiny as critics claim he would sell out the self-will island because of his multibillion dollar manufacturing empire on the mainland go has deep business and political ties in china and most of foxconn assets and production facilities are in china go has met with president trump last week and announced he hopes to be the peacemaker between taiwan the mainland and the us and improve the commercial links between the three sides he discussed how taiwan can exploit close ties with both china and the u.s. as the race for advanced technology ramps up. krav times and it would restate full year and quarterly results for twenty sixteen twenty seventeen and the first three quarters of twenty eighteen after employee misconduct of fabricating a number of transactions related to suppliers and procurement krav times had already disclosed in february that the f.c.c. was investigating and accounting policies so this earnings restatement does not come as a surprise news of the investigation plus the compan

because this is the most important day in my life and for taiwan's human rights history. guys aren't here if i didn't get married on the 1st day i would probably regret it for my entire life. it's also a kind of legal assurance for us. alex and joe were among hundreds of couples who tied the knot on friday but the new law only recognizes trans national partners from the $26.00 countries around the world where same sex marriage is already legalized in other words all asian transnational couples in taiwan are excluded. leaders of the campaign for marriage equality said there are other problems with the law which may trigger further litigation if they're not rectified. says. knowledge which would include the county. and it is truly. a. nudge which. is different and might try and. likely transform. in a controversial referendum last year over 70 percent of voters agree to a strict definition of marriage to heterosexual couples if they go cold despite the fact that their government legalized same sex marriage and that they with special law the opposition groups do criticize it

and taiwan's parliament same sex marriage a 1st in. grants same sex drive to register their marriages conservative opponents had tried to defeat the bill with a more limited version. you're watching. next on your news. show the war comes to an end families searching for their loved ones still missing today. coming up on news. if you can. just begun. in the. reduce. reuse. recycle. social projects. are giving away. a make over. 60. if you would like to be our fighters want to start families to become farmers or engineers everyone of them as a planet. thing is just that the children who have already been the boy and those that will follow are part of a new process. they could be the future of. granting opportunities global news that matters d. w. made mines. an action packed life. anything is possible as long as our coffee and his friends can drink. this movie theater in kenya refugee camp. his life story may have ground to a halt. 27 years ago but there's no holding back his dreams. thank you for watching. cinema starts may 27th on. thi

and china leave taiwan which is where you are i mean europe for example is stuck between a broken hot place because of its relations with both countries. well ban the trade war really leaves taiwan in a very complicated situation because on the one hand the taiwanese government would like to see the us curbing china's influence because of democratic degeneration from china's infiltration by on the other hand there are so many enterprises that depend on the chinese market and at the same time the copper ration between the 2 sides so deeply intertwined that when the chinese economy is hit taiwan might also face the downturn so it's really hard for tolerance just pick a side so really quickly do you reckon this meeting is going to happen between trump and she next month or with we think it's very possible that it will happen and this time for this ask a lady in trade battle it probably would take that high level of interface vention to get the ball and discussion rolling again so thank you very much for your analysis from taiwan. this is ironic tech savvy san francisco is banning facial

community is parliament passed a vote tomorrow on same sex marriage if approved taiwan would become the 1st nations date to support such huge. chinese dissident artist ai weiwei right side saw from germany with the biggest show of his book ever seen in europe we'll take you for a preview. i'm from gail welcome to the program. the universe of the polls next week out of the european union is behind a massive push to encourage people to vote 400000000 people in 28 countries will happen chance to choose their representatives that european parliament for the next 5 years let's take a look at how it works but amber a very precise given to each country is roughly proportional to its population so with more than 80000000 people europe's most populous country germany gets 96 the e.u. smallest come tree gets just 6 to represent it's just under half a 1000000 people so once elected m.e.p. . he's joined transnational groups with similar political leanings at the moment there are 7 of these representing the center right socialists greens euro skeptics and others every piece votes on new laws and to

because this is the most important day in my life and for taiwan's human rights history. guys aren't here but if i didn't get married on the 1st day i would probably regret it for my entire life. it's also a kind of legal assurance for us. alex and joe were among hundreds of couples who tied the knot on friday but the new law only recognizes trans national partners from $26.00 countries around the world where same sex marriage is already legalized in other words all asian transnational couples in taiwan are excluded. leaders of the campaign for marriage equality said there are other problems with the law which may trigger further litigation if they're not rectified. says. knowledge. include the county. and it does need. a. nudge which. is perfect and my truth he said. in a controversial referendum last year over 70 percent of voters agreed to restrict the definition of marriage to heterosexual couples. despite the fact that their government legalized same sex marriage and that they were special or the opposition groups do criticize it as turning a blind eye to public oh p

we go o to taiwan to find out w. and d in uganda, we meet some courageous animal lovers who are helping to save the rhino. rhinos are one of the world's most endangered species. in africa, only zimbabwe, kenya, namibia, and south africa have reasonably sized populations of them. the reason is poachers who are keen to profit from their valuable horns. they fetch a fortune on the global black market. traders get around $60,000 u.s. per kilo. in uganda, their numbers have slowly been increasing in recent years. our reporter j julia henrichman paid a visit to a privately-run sanctuary and met with some committed conservationists. reporter: they're safe here in this sanctuary. it covers 70 square kilometers and is sponsored by the rhino fund. the southern white rhinoceros has been wiped out in other parts of uganda. but here, 24 of them roam the savannah and woodlands. raymond opio is trying to find one for us. the ranger sometimes has to trek far into the bush to track one down. finally we catch a glimpse of uhuru and he

in taiwan as more of an. athlete face that has been dubbed as big a capital in asia. legislated that actually cement a once place in the healing to break new ground in terms of human rights and eligibility to rights but also it is likely going to inspire that movement that will open up and working quality and rights for l.g.b. secure individuals in taiwan. also across the asia. and that on and young. is now listen a week to go until parliamentary elections and environmental protection is very much on the minds of voters millions across europe have joined movements like fridays for future and extinction rebellion to demand more action on climate change and a recent survey shows that this is what voters want to see prioritized 77 percent worry about global warming what 80 percent are concerned about air pollution 81 percent want to see more sustainable agriculture implemented and 82 percent want better environmental protection the policy makers in the e.u. are starting to listen but activists say the still a lo

this is the news live from taiwan becomes the 1st nation in asia to approve same sex marriage lawmakers easily passing a landmark legislation this was by the last minute attempt by conservatives to defeat the belt we'll tell you what rights the new law grants to same sex couples also on the show. just over a week before the european elections and climate change dominating the minds of many voters we'll talk to one of the voices calling for more drastic action to protect the environment also coming out swinging against geniuses. we discriminate against brilliance the president unveiling an immigration overhaul he wants to favor a highly skilled migrants over those with family ties to the u.s. but with a divided congress is the plan arrived. and saturday march 10 years since the end of sri lanka's bloody civil war and many families still have no idea what the came of loved ones who went missing in that conflict but their efforts to find them continue. i'm brian thomas thanks so much for joining us in a landmark 1st for asia taiwan's parliament has legalized same sex marriage lawmakers app

taiwan is largely against same-sex marriage.eligious groups have launched a massive campaign to get people on their side. opinion polls show that people while wanting some kind of protection they are uncomfortable with the idea of same—sex unions being treated in the same way as heterosexual marriages. and that is where the butlers at. some of the bills will not treat same—sex couples in the same way as heterosexual couples. but they say separate laws are not equal, they wa nt separate laws are not equal, they want equal rights. they do not want the prime minister to compromise on that and they hope that the bill that and they hope that the bill that they want will be passed later today. i'm sure we will come back to you if and when we get any word. thank you very much. president trump has unveiled sweeping new proposals to change the american immigration system, a hugely divisive issue which has resisted reform for three decades. he says he wants to make the system more merit—based, more favourable to well—educated english—spea

do, do more to support taiwan's participation? thank you. senator coons: we are celebrating the 40th anniversary of two things this year. the u.s.-china diplomatic relations and the taiwan relations act. and as i said, both in my visits to taipei and in our have a in beijing, we strong relationship with taiwan and that's why i visited the american institute in taiwan, a brand new, more than $250 million facility that will allow the director of the american institute to advocate american present values and interests in taiwan, in the region as well. i think there are a number of legislative vehicles moving forward that are not designed to look at the status quo or independence, but rather to say this is an important relationship. we intend to continue investing in it. the dynamism, the creativity of taiwan, of its economy, of its people, i think, are well worth our continuing to invest in this ongoing relationship on the terms thatprospered over many it's decades. fred: sir. thank you very much, >> senator. my name is tom. in your east asia f

and sealed with a kiss after a 30 year struggle to taiwan becomes the 1st place in asia to legalize same sex marriage. i'm assuming so much got to thank you for joining us the outgoing british prime minister theresa may says she will always regret failing to secure a deal for the u.k. to leave the european union man now and she will resign on june 7th almost 3 years after the british voted to exit from the block and she was on able to get a deeply divided parliament to back her withdrawal deal. i will shortly leave the job that it has been the honor of my life to hold. the 2nd female prime minister but certainly not the last i do so with no ill will but with enormous and enduring gratitude to have had the opportunity to serve the country i love. and emotional and to a turbulent time at the top theresa may came to power promising in bragg's a deal and spent over a year negotiating one i have done everything i can to convince m.p.'s to back that deal. sadly i have not been able to do so i tried 3 times. but so-called brags of fatigue has many voters resigned to whatever comes next or just

well taiwan's parliament has legalized same sex marriage it's the 1st in asia the past such landmark legislation the bill overcame several hurdles including attempts by conservatives to move any reference to marriage despite the outcome of the vote the issue of same sex marriage continues to divide the country . the an emotional day for l g b t rights campaigners as they celebrated their victory outside parliament in taipei. the legislation survived a last minute attempt by conservatives to pass a watered down version. today the very significant day to us because we could finally pass a law is out to protect my family we've been fighting for for this change to ease. off for 5 years for me personally if it were i even my children and now that i do anything for the work. it's a happy thing for me that taiwan compounds such a lot of it although there were divisions it's still a happy occasion and i'm quite emotional 3 different bills were tabled for friday's vote but only one used the word marriage a bill satisfactory for rights campaigners the other versions backed by conservative lawm

taiwan is a very advanced country.y. i love taiwan. >> taiwanese officials say more than 160 same-sex weddings took ace. >>>> i'm joinened in the studio yuka. you have been following how global markets have been reacting to theresa m may's resignation. >> it was wildly expected so it didn't actualllly have much of impact on the trading floor. the announcement she would step down in june was what everybody -- was expecting. the british pound bounced back after two weeks of losses. it was up about 1.3% against the u.u.s. dollar a short while ago. this after falling to the lowest level in more t than four month major european stock markets turned posititive this friday despite lingering concerns over brexit and the u.s.-china trade war. meanwhile, shares of frerench one arket chain jumped day. shares gained as much as 16% this friday after the company said that it wasn't part of bankruptcy protection proceedings relating to its major shareholder, rally. turning back t to the u.s.-c-ch trade dispute. prpresident donanald tru

i feel that taiwan cared for human rights, which is very good.s shown that a traditional asia s aiety can legalize same-sex marriages. thbasicall went against majority opinion. they could face a backlash, but there is a strong sense of hope the taiwan could have a positive influence on lgbtq writes in asia. many are grateful. to them, today is a da celebrate. cindy sue, bbc news, taipei. ♪ jane: school student held strikes around the world today to demand action on climate change. sparked by aere swedish student last year. >> marches through the streets of spain, demonstrations through india. protests in new zealand. these schools, strike movement continues to grow, calling for urgent action on climate change. towe want the government declare alite emergency. >> we are putting pressure on the government fast and now. reporter: leaving the protests in sweden, a 15-year-old. her decision to boycott classes have influenced others around the world to follow suit. >> some adults think us is wrong foo go on strike, that we aould study so we can mak dif

taiwan's economy is closely linked to china's. 40% of taiwan's experts have gone to china.s with facilities in china shifting production back to taiwan at the request of u.s. customers who want to avoid any tariffs. warident that the trade will end up being a net positive for timeline and benefit them. that is the core message that this chart says that investors agree with them. -- the clearink winner is sam elliott. inortunately, sam, you are second place with the t-rex today. the other one had more predictive qualities. i am going so with the chart. the beard contest -- we are almost out of time. the beard or the chart? yvonne: i am going to go with them. ♪ -- sam. ♪ emily: this is "bloomberg technology." coming up, trade tit-for-tat. among the worst performances after a tweet seemed to escalate the trade standoff between the u.s. and china. after several high-profile debuts, the highest ipo in years is this week. uber's public offering. putting the app back in apple.

are topicalt charts on the taiwan economy. in april, the taiwan exports to the u.s.rising for the 31st month, and that is the longest growing streak on record. by contrast, exports fell by more than 6%, declining for six months. as the u.s. and china trade talks heated, many suppliers accelerated shipments of production away from china and moving back to taiwan to the security concern about the chinese. for the first month of this year, companies have announced plans to invest about 6.7 billion u.s. dollars back into i want -- in taiwan, and that is expected to rise, and that is why they see it as a beneficiary of the u.s.-china trade or. rishaad: but also -- trade war. rishaad: we do have tensions between taiwan and beijing, growing tensions, in fact, the language becoming more bellicose from xi jinping. cindy? cindy: that is always the issue that everyone knows, so for now, taiwan is just a small economy economy, so the best is to wait and see and try to get the best advantage out of it. thankd: all right, cindy, you very much, indeed. to go withm going mumbai toda

and tying the knot in taiwan, where it's now legal for same—sex couples to get married.from our studios in singapore and london, this is bbc world news. it's newsday. good morning. glad you could join us. it's 8 o'clock in singapore, 1am in london, and 6:30 in the morning in india where prime minister narendra modi has proclaimed a ‘historic mandate‘ after being returned to power for another five years. voters gave his bjp party an overwhelming parliamentary majority. the party and its allies have 350 seats out of 543 in parliament. the result follows the world's largest ever election process as the bbc‘s south asia correspondent, rajini vaidyanathan, reports from delhi. a warning that there are some flashing images in this piece. narendra modi, india's strongman, has retained his grip on power. back for a second term, the boy who sold tea has grown into one of the world's most powerful men. translation: it's the people who have won. i dedicate this victory humbly to the citizens of this country. i only have one emotion to express — long live mother india. if this was a

history has been made in taiwan.irst time a week after lawmakers voted to legalise gay marriage. taiwan is the first country in asia to make it legal. let's cross live to taipei and speak to our reporter cindy sui. it isa it is a day that rights activists have been waiting for for four decades. our celebratory is the mood where you are? i am sitting outside the house of registration went 20 couples registered their marriage this morning and these were couples are willing to be photographed by the media and found by the media but throughout the day there will be couples coming in who would want a more low—key registration. in many parts of taiwan other couples will be registering. this is a location where a party of 200 people just happen. people going to lunch right 110w. happen. people going to lunch right now. it was definitely a very celebratory mood. it has been a struggle. it took the constitutional court to say that marriage law was unconstitutional. there was a two year deadline, which is today, to pass a new

well we're moving on to taiwan now and taiwan's parliament has legalized same sex marriage in all landmark 1st for asia but the issue did deeply divide that island nation and the electorate there the bill comes after a long debate and a referendum in which same sex marriage was rejected by voters put forward by the government it's survived the terms why are conservatives to pass a watered down version that removes any reference to marriage from a law rival bills offering something closer to a limited same sex unions did not get enough votes. let's go straight to taipei now and correspondent william yang joining us good morning to you william so the parliament's voting session is still actually in progress and there are 3 different draft bills in that chamber today what exactly has been agreed so far. so right now the ruling party actually put forward the government's version to be considered 1st and so far they have voted about half of the provisions and the reason why media has consider it one as the 1st country to already legalize same sex marriage in asia is because the very critical nu