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Nvidia projects US$1 trillion chip revenue, Taiwan key role
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai attended Nvidia’s GTC in San Jose, highlighting AI’s role in city transformation. Kaohsiung leads in ’sovereign AI’ and tech innovation.
2026/03/17 19:14
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Lu Shiow-yen’s New York visit fuels 2028 campaign rumors
Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen visits New York, honoring Sun Yat-sen’s statue and meeting community leaders. Her U.S. tour sparks 2028 election speculation.
2026/03/16 10:26
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Taichung mayor leads delegation to U.S. for ROC advocacy
Taichung Mayor Lu Hsiu-yen leads a delegation to the U.S. to strengthen Taiwan-U.S. ties. The visit focuses on fostering cooperation and international participation.
2026/03/12 11:06
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Kaohsiung and Guam form sister city partnership
Kaohsiung City and Guam have become sister cities, enhancing Taiwan-U.S. diplomacy. The agreement, signed by Gov. Lourdes A. Leon Guerrero and Mayor Chen Chi-mai, aims to boost tourism and cultural exchange.
2026/03/05 17:00
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Kaohsiung opens Yessen Animal School for trial operation
Kaohsiung City launches Yessen Animal School, blending education, conservation, and tourism. Mayor Chen Chi-mai highlights its role in local revitalization.
2026/02/28 22:00
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K-pop star KWON EUNBI headlines Kaohsiung’s New Year bash
Kaohsiung will host a New Year’s Eve event featuring KWON EUNBI’s debut performance and Asia Bay Fireworks. Enhanced security measures ensure a safe celebration.
2025/12/26 12:32
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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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Kaohsiung invites Japanese singer after China cancels show
Japanese singer Hamasaki Ayumi performed to an empty venue in Shanghai after her concert was canceled. Kaohsiung Mayor Chen criticized the cancellation and invited her to perform in Kaohsiung, highlighting the city’s thriving concert scene and economic benefits.
2025/12/01 15:00
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TWICE concerts generate NT$500 million for Kaohsiung
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai praised TWICE’s concerts for boosting the local economy, drawing 180,000 fans and generating NT$500 million. The events set a metro record and spurred business in commercial areas.
2025/11/24 18:00
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Kaohsiung mayor backs Japan PM amid China-Taiwan tensions
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai stresses the importance of Taiwan-Japan relations, supporting Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi. President Lai Ching-te and DPP legislators also show support.
2025/11/21 14:00
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BLACKPINK fever sweeps Taiwan as concerts approach
BLACKPINK kicks off their Asia tour in Kaohsiung on Oct. 18-19, setting a record as the first girl group to perform twice at the venue. The city embraces a pink theme, with officials and residents joining the celebration.
2025/10/16 11:00
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Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai reaches 64% approval rating
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai achieved a record 64% approval rating despite 44% of residents criticizing his handling of the Meinong sand mining scandal, according to a new TVBS poll ahead of the 2026 election.
2025/09/25 16:46
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Mayor Chen calls for coordination among DPP mayoral hopefuls
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai urges Democratic Progressive Party candidates to discuss before the primary election. He stresses unity and clear policy visions.
2025/09/19 16:56
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Kaohsiung cracks down on illegal sand extraction operations
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai announced joint inspections with prosecutors to combat illegal sand extraction in Meinong. The city will confiscate machinery and enforce penalties.
2025/09/09 15:47
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Taiwan city demonstrates carbon reduction achievements
Mayor Chen Chi-mai highlights Kaohsiung’s net-zero strategies at a summit, emphasizing challenges and collaboration for sustainable urban development and economic growth.
2025/08/20 08:00
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Torrential rains wreak havoc in southern Taiwan
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2025/08/05 17:16
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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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Kaohsiung mayor questions Taiwan’s cash handout plan
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai questions Taiwan’s cash distribution plan, urging an economic assessment. Ongoing U.S. tariff talks may impact industries.
2025/07/16 14:00
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Taiwan’s premier visits athletes before World Games
Premier Chuo Jong-tai and Mayor Chen Chi-mai visited Taiwan’s National Sports Training Center to assess athletes’ readiness for the 2025 Summer World University Games in Germany.
2025/07/04 19:00
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Kaohsiung mayor backs Taichung’s new venue plans
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai supports Taichung’s new venue plans, highlighting Kaohsiung Arena’s international acclaim. Both cities aim to boost cultural events.
2025/05/29 16:26
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K-pop stars BLACKPINK announce Taiwan concert dates
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai announced BLACKPINK’s ’DEADLINE’ tour stop at Kaohsiung National Stadium on Oct. 18-19. Tickets go on sale June 12 at 11 a.m. via tixCraft.
2025/05/27 15:36
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Taiwan city partners with NVIDIA on pioneering AI project
Taiwan’s southern city of Kaohsiung is partnering with NVIDIA on the country’s first AI-powered smart city initiative. Mayor Chen Chi-mai announced the Kaohsiung Lighthouse Project, described as one of the world’s largest urban AI implementations. The announcement comes as NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang prepares to deliver the keynote at COMPUTEX 2025, amid speculation the tech giant might establish its international headquarters in Taiwan.
2025/05/12 19:00
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Kaohsiung loses half its athletes to northern Taiwan
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai vows to address the exodus of athletes to northern Taiwan by improving training and support. City officials cite outdated facilities and insufficient resources as key issues.
2025/05/09 20:00
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Kaohsiung seeks infrastructure boost amid export woes
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai urges policy adjustments to support southern industries amid U.S.-China trade war challenges. He highlights the need for strategic changes to aid Taiwanese businesses, focusing on steel and petrochemical sectors.
2025/04/11 08:00
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Kaohsiung mayor denies pressuring event cancellation
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai clarified that the city did not pressure the cancellation of Kim Soo Hyun’s event. Refunds are available for ticket holders.
2025/03/26 14:00