Taiwan eyes lifting sanctions vs PH

MANILA - Taiwan is considering lifting sanctions imposed on the Philippines as it welcomes the NBI's findings on the fatal shooting of a Taiwanese fisherman by the Philippine Coast Guard. Calling Manila's move a "constructive response", Taiwan's foreign ministry said it would recommend the Taipei government improve relations, including lifting sanctions imposed after the shooting of a Taiwanese fisherman by the Philippine coastguard. In a separate move Taiwanese prosecutors on Wednesday charged eight Filipino coastguard personnel with homicide following the killing in May. The indictment was considered symbolic as it is unlikely that the Philippines will allow the accused to be tried in Taiwan due to the lack of formal diplomatic ties. ANC HEADSTART, August 8, 2013