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Taiwan locates crashed F-16 jet, seeks international help
Taiwan’s Air Force has located the missing F-16 underwater and seeks international help for recovery. The pilot ejected safely, but his whereabouts are unknown.
2026/01/15 12:00
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Poor sea conditions delay black box recovery efforts
Taiwan’s defense minister confirms ongoing search for missing pilot Hsin Po-yi after F-16V crash. Poor sea conditions delay black box recovery efforts.
2026/01/12 10:41
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Taiwan president offers condolences after Japan quake
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te expressed condolences in Japanese on X after a 7.5 earthquake hit Aomori Prefecture. Kaohsiung officials and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs also offered support.
2025/12/09 17:22
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Suao chief urges delay for ’Shovel Heroes’ to ease traffic
Heavy rains in Suao Township have led to community support efforts, with donations and aid for affected residents. Officials focus on debris clearing and safety amid landslide alerts.
2025/11/14 19:19
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Taiwan unveils land governance project for weather resilience
Taiwan’s vice premier announced a national land governance project to boost resilience against extreme weather. The initiative follows Typhoon Danas’ impact.
2025/11/06 18:00
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Hualien barrier lake unstable despite steady water flow
Minister of Agriculture Chen Junne-jih reports to Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan on the unstable Matai’an Creek dam. Recovery efforts continue amid red alert and forecasted heavy rainfall.
2025/10/13 15:05
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Train station sees 357,288 passengers rush to help Hualien
Record numbers of volunteers flocked to Hualien’s Guangfu Township to aid in the Matai’an Landslide Lake crisis. Train travel surged, breaking records.
2025/10/07 13:00
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Taiwan volunteer dies from sepsis after flood relief work
Lin Hung-sen, an excavator company owner, died from sepsis after aiding flood relief in Hualien. Despite initial recovery, his condition worsened, leading to his death.
2025/10/07 12:53
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Taiwan’s flood relief donations hit record NT$847M
The Ministry of Health and Welfare announced a record NT$847 million in donations for Hualien flood relief. Funds will aid recovery efforts after Typhoon Ragasa.
2025/10/03 20:00
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President Lai highlights Taiwan’s economic achievements
President Lai Ching-te visited Pingtung, highlighting Taiwan’s economic growth and resilience. He praised community efforts in disaster recovery and pledged to enhance social welfare and education.
2025/10/03 16:04
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Enoch Wu confirms interest in running for Taipei office
Enoch Wu, founder of the Forward Alliance, announces his interest in running for office in Taipei. He urges the DPP to consider a thoughtful nomination process. Wu also highlights recovery efforts in Hualien, emphasizing infrastructure and disaster preparedness.
2025/10/02 17:00
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Hualien landslide relief draws major corporate donations
Hualien’s Guangfu Township faced severe flooding on Sept. 28, leading to significant relief efforts. Donations, including NT$57 million from Pegatron, aid recovery.
2025/10/02 15:00
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President Lai thanks volunteers for Hualien disaster aid
President Lai Ching-te praised unity and volunteer efforts after the Matai’an Landslide Lake overflow in Hualien. He urged focus on disaster preparedness and recovery.
2025/10/01 23:00
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Taiwan floods devastate schools, force week-long closures
Flooding from the Mataian River in Hualien County closed schools for eight days. Remote learning plans aim to keep students on track as recovery continues.
2025/10/01 18:09
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Taiwan businesses raise millions for Hualien disaster relief
Volunteers and officials in Hualien mobilized to deliver supplies to disaster-hit residents on Sept. 29. Efforts include aid distribution and appliance repair services.
2025/09/30 16:51
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Rescue efforts continue in typhoon-devastated Hualien area
Typhoon Ragasa hit Guangfu Township in Hualien, causing casualties and destruction. The military aids in rescue efforts, while authorities work to restore normalcy.
2025/09/25 15:26
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Emergency bridge construction begins after Taiwan flood
The Matai’an Landslide Lake overflow in Hualien has left 17 dead, 32 injured, and 17 missing. Rescue efforts are underway, with troops and volunteers aiding recovery.
2025/09/24 17:51
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Taiwan deploys 448 troops to Hualien after typhoon hit
Typhoon Haikui has hit Hualien hard, prompting military action for recovery. Vice Commander Chang Tai-sung leads efforts from a forward command post set up on Sept. 24.
2025/09/24 10:50
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Typhoon Ragasa devastates Taiwan, 14 dead, 124 missing
Typhoon Ragasa causes deadly floods in Hualien, Taiwan, claiming 14 lives and leaving 30 missing. Rescue efforts intensify as officials assess damage and plan recovery.
2025/09/24 10:23
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Lai Ching-te casts vote on nuclear power plant restart
President Lai Ching-te voted in Tainan for the nuclear power plant referendum. He later inspected post-typhoon recovery efforts in Cigu, focusing on home restoration.
2025/08/23 12:45
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Typhoon Podul leaves 1 missing, 33 injured in Taiwan
Typhoon Podul hit Taitung, Taiwan, causing one missing person and 33 injuries. Over 7,000 evacuated, and power outages affected 134,517 homes. President Lai praised recovery efforts.
2025/08/13 18:09
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Taiwan military aids in disaster relief after heavy rains
Torrential rain in Taiwan’s central and southern regions has caused landslides and flooding, particularly in Kaohsiung and Pingtung.
2025/08/05 16:33
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Japan’s Ishikawa aids Taiwan typhoon recovery efforts
Ishikawa Prefecture donates 1 million yen to aid Taiwan’s recovery after Typhoon Danas. Governor Hiroshi Hase leads the initiative, strengthening Taiwan-Japan ties.
2025/07/29 08:00
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Taiwan municipal workers earn leave for disaster response
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai grants two days honorary leave to city employees who assisted with typhoon relief in Tainan and Chiayi after Typhoon Danas devastation.
2025/07/22 16:00
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Utility workers recognized for typhoon recovery efforts
President Lai Ching-te honored Taipower workers in Tainan for their efforts after Typhoon Danas. He urged improvements in worker safety and infrastructure upgrades.
2025/07/18 17:43