Eight European lawmakers, some sanctioned by China, arrive in Taiwan for talks

An eight-member delegation of European lawmakers has arrived in Taiwan. They are set to meet with high-ranking Taiwanese officials, including President Tsai Ing-wen. Two members of the group are believed to have been blacklisted by Beijing last year for inflammatory comments made on China's human rights record. The talks are expected to centre around trade, investment and technology. Taiwan accounts for nearly 90% of microchips supplied to European firms and manufacturers.