Taiwan and the United States, both governments have announced the signing of the first deal under a new trade talks framework. This agreement marks a milestone in their relationship, particularly in the face of increased tensions with China concerning Taiwan’s status as a democratically-governed island. Establishing the U.S.-Taiwan Initiative on…
Foxconn Chairman Predicts Robust Growth in AI Server Business Taiwanese tech giant and major Apple supplier, Foxconn, anticipates significant growth in its artificial intelligence (AI) server business, primarily driven by the strong demand for AI products like ChatGPT. Foxconn, also known as Hon Hai Precision Industry, is the largest contract…
Taiwan’s eastern coast braced for the impact of Typhoon Mawar as it brought strong winds, heavy rainfall, and large waves. Although the storm largely skirted the island after grazing the northern Philippines, residents in the Taiwanese fishing town Yilan took precautions to secure boats and homes against the turbulent weather.…
Tragic Incident: Hiker Fatally Struck by Falling Rocks in Taiwan A hiker lost his life on Monday (May 29) after being struck by falling rocks near the Yushan Trailhead in central Taiwan. The incident occurred in Alishan Township and serves as a reminder of the risks associated with mountain climbing. Emergency Response Efforts At 3:19 p.m., the Chiayi County Fire Department received a distress call from the Nantou County Fire…
Loosening of Nuclear Phase-Out Policy Taiwan is contemplating a change in its nuclear power policy by considering the option of keeping nuclear power plants on standby in case of emergencies. This marks a significant shift from the previous plan to phase out nuclear energy. Vice President Lai Ching-te, the ruling Democratic Progressive Party’s presidential candidate, stated that the government intends to maintain shut reactors that could be restarted during emergency…
New Jersey General Assembly Backs Taiwan-US Trade Agreement and International Engagement The New Jersey General Assembly has shown its strong support for a bilateral trade agreement between Taiwan and the United States, as well as endorsing Taiwan’s bid for participation in the World Health Organization (WHO) and other international organizations. The resolution, which recognizes the sister-state relationship between Taiwan and New Jersey established in 1989, passed unanimously in the lower…
Japanese Ministry of Defense Observes Chinese Warships Near Taiwan and Okinawa The Ministry of Defense in Japan reported on Thursday that a Chinese destroyer and frigate were spotted navigating the waters between northeast Taiwan and Japan’s Okinawa Prefecture. In a press release by Japan’s Ministry of Defense Joint Staff, it was revealed that the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) vessels, including the Type 052C destroyer Jinan (Hull No. 152) and the Type 054A frigate Binzhou (Hull No. 515), sailed between…
U.S. Continues Advocacy for Taiwan’s Participation in World Health Assembly The United States reaffirmed its support for Taiwan’s inclusion in the World Health Assembly (WHA) during a press briefing on Thursday. State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller expressed disappointment that Taiwan was not invited as an observer to this year’s global health meeting. He emphasized that inviting Taiwan would demonstrate the World Health Organization’s (WHO) commitment to inclusive health cooperation on an international scale. The U.S. pledged to persist in its…
Taiwan’s Defence Minister, Chiu Kuo-cheng, announced on Thursday that software problems are causing delays in the delivery of 66 advanced F-16V fighter jets from the United States to Taiwan. Despite the setback, Taiwan remains optimistic that the full order will be fulfilled by 2026. The $8 billion deal for the F-16 jets was approved in 2019 to bolster Taiwan’s defense capabilities against increased threats from China, which considers Taiwan as part of its territory. Software Issues and Supply Chain Disruptions:…
Severe weather conditions have wreaked havoc in the municipality of Murça, Portugal as a bridge collapsed and a vineyard suffered extensive damage due to a powerful hailstorm. The unexpected natural disaster has left local authorities and residents shocked and grappling with the aftermath. The collapse of a vital bridge, which connected two parts of the municipality, has caused significant inconvenience and disruption to transportation. The bridge, weakened by heavy rainfall and subsequent flooding, succumbed to the force of the water,…
Fatal Incident in Pingtung as River-Tracing Group Swept Away A river-tracing expedition in Pingtung County took a tragic turn when two individuals from a group of ten were found dead and three remained missing after being swept away by a surging waterfall. The incident occurred on Saturday following heavy rainfall in the area, leading to treacherous conditions near the Flying Dragon Waterfall in Wutai Township. Local authorities and rescue teams launched a search and rescue operation to locate and save…
President Biden’s Warning to China on Taiwan Issue U.S. President Joe Biden delivered a stern message to China, cautioning against any unilateral action concerning Taiwan in the aftermath of the G7 summit. The G7 leaders convened in Hiroshima, Japan, from May 19-21, where they engaged in discussions addressing critical issues such as countering non-market policies by China, ensuring stability in the Taiwan Strait, and expressing concerns over human rights violations in China. Following the summit, President Biden underscored the need…
Swedish Legislators Advocate Military Backing for Taiwan In a bold move, two Swedish legislators, Markus Wiechel and Joar Forssell, have called upon their country to provide military support to Taiwan in the event of an attack from China, including the provision of fighter jets. The legislators made their appeal during a visit to Taiwan from May 15-20, where they engaged in crucial meetings with top Taiwanese officials, including National Security Council Secretary-General Wellington Koo, Foreign Minister Joseph Wu, and President…
National Taiwan University (NTU), one of Taiwan’s most prestigious educational institutions, was plunged into controversy on Saturday, May 20, following the discovery of sexist and discriminatory statements published on an online bulletin in the run-up to student council elections. The language under scrutiny was a set of proposals put forth by two candidates who were vying for the positions of president and vice president of the NTU Economics Department’s student council, as reported by UDN. The electoral commission overseeing the…
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