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Thousands attend Yankees inaugural Taiwanese Heritage Day
The New York Yankees celebrated their first Taiwanese Heritage Day, uniting thousands of Taiwanese fans. The event featured exclusive gifts and honored baseball legend Wang Chien-ming.
2025/09/12 15:56
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Former Taiwan president defends cross-strait exchanges
Former President Ma Ying-jeou criticized the DPP’s use of "united front" to describe the Cross-Strait Forum. He emphasized cultural ties and criticized political divisions.
2025/07/04 22:00
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Taiwan study reveals high gaming addiction among youth
Taiwan study reveals 3.1% of adolescents suffer from Internet gaming disorder, triple the rate in Western countries. Experts debate technology regulation while emphasizing responsible digital device usage and parental guidance for children’s healthy relationship with gaming and internet use.
2025/06/12 17:08
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Taiwan officials flag concerns over Chinese social platform
Taiwan’s MAC minister raises concerns about Red Note’s role in political unification, urging regulatory measures. A Chinese scholar links the app to unification efforts.
2025/05/29 17:00
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Japanese ruling party youth leaders visit Taiwan
Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party Youth Division will visit Taiwan from April 29 to May 3. The delegation, led by Yasutoshi Nishimura, aims to strengthen Taiwan-Japan relations through meetings with key Taiwanese leaders.
2025/04/29 14:18
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Taiwan develops materials on China’s influence for schools
The Ministry of Education in Taiwan is creating new teaching materials to enhance students’ understanding of China, addressing national security concerns. Workshops and multimedia will support this initiative.
2025/04/17 16:00
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Young Taiwanese workers earn average NT$34K monthly salary
Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor reports a drop in young workers below 2 million, with an average starting age of 21.8 and a salary of NT$34,000. The survey shows 65.8% hold college degrees, and 76% have salaried jobs.
2025/03/31 23:00
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Taiwan rejects China’s ’Chinese-style democracy’ claim
Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council criticizes China’s "Chinese-style democracy" as a one-party dictatorship. The council warns Taiwanese youth about participating in China’s activities.
2025/03/05 10:52
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Taiwan boosts film viewership with culture points
The Ministry of Culture in Taiwan launches a new initiative to boost local film viewership among youths by offering bonus Culture Points for group movie outings.
2025/03/03 17:00
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Taiwanese students begin exchange in Beijing Monday
Taiwanese students, led by Hsiao Hsu-tsen, visit Beijing for a five-day exchange to foster cross-strait youth interaction. Activities include skiing and cultural tours.
2025/02/10 17:38
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Taitung delegation to promote fruits in Beijing, Shanghai
Taitung County Magistrate Rao Ching-ling leads a delegation to Beijing and Shanghai from Jan. 4-9 to promote Taitung fruits and enhance local economic development.
2025/01/03 17:53
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Ma emphasizes cross-strait friendships to prevent conflict
Former President Ma Ying-jeou leads Taiwanese students to China, promoting youth exchanges to foster cross-strait friendships and reduce conflict risks.
2024/12/20 10:50
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China welcomes Ma’s visit, promises full arrangements
Former President Ma Ying-jeou will visit Harbin from Dec. 18 to 26, leading a youth delegation. The trip includes the Harbin Ice and Snow Festival and aims to boost cross-strait cultural exchanges.
2024/12/11 11:28
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Ma Ying-jeou to lead student delegation to China
Former President Ma Ying-jeou will lead Taiwanese students to China from Dec. 18 to 26, promoting cross-strait youth exchanges. The visit includes a winter festival in Harbin and a tour in Chengdu.
2024/12/11 11:13
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Ex-premier criticizes handling of youth housing loans
Discover insights on former Taiwanese Premier Sean Chen’s critique of the Preferential Housing Loans for the Youth, his views on Taiwan’s diplomatic status, and the minimum wage debate.
2024/09/12 15:39
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Eddy Lin named 2024 Asia 21 Next Generation Fellow
Discover how Eddy Lin, a former Taiwan Youth Association for Democracy co-founder, was named the sole Taiwanese honoree among the 2024 Asia 21 Next Generation Fellows by the Asia Society. Learn about his contributions and the diverse group of leaders selected this year.
2024/08/28 14:51
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U.S. official greets Taiwanese players at Little League
Discover how the U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Richard Verma’s visit to the Junior League Baseball World Series in Williamsport highlights the growing sports and cultural ties between the U.S. and Taiwan.
2024/08/26 10:06
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Taiwan’s youth unemployment hits 11.76% in 2023
Discover how Taiwan’s youth unemployment rate reached 11.76% in 2023, the highest among all age groups, and the measures taken to address this challenge, including the ’Employment Stability Incentive Plan.’ Learn about the changing job landscape and preferences among young Taiwanese.
2024/08/23 15:56
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Guishan baseball team shuts out Canada 8-0 at Little League
Discover how Taoyuan City Guishan Elementary School Baseball team clinched an 8-0 victory over Canada at the 2024 Little League World Series, marking a significant win for the Asia-Pacific representatives. Learn about the support from New York’s Taipei Economic and Cultural Office and the team’s historic performance in the series.
2024/08/15 13:46
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Taiwan warns against Chinese social media apps for security
Discover why Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council warns against using Chinese social media apps like Xiaohongshu and Douyin, citing risks to personal and national security. Learn about the controversy surrounding Taiwanese band Mayday and the political maneuvers by China to influence Taiwan through social media and events.
2024/07/08 10:43
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Honor Guard performances to move to Liberty Square
Culture Minister Li Yuan advocates for a thoughtful transformation of the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall to preserve history while adapting to modern needs, with plans to relocate Honor Guard performances to Liberty Square.
2024/07/03 15:03
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Sorry Youth backs Bluebird Movement, plans new album release
Discover how Taiwanese band Sorry Youth is making waves with their involvement in the Bluebird Movement and the upcoming release of their album "Noise Apartment." Learn about their unique sound, international tours, and the Vice President’s nod to their music.
2024/05/30 18:34
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Cross-Strait relations tense over ECFA tariff changes
Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council warns that China’s reduced tariff concessions under the ECFA could harm cross-strait companies, criticizing China’s trade sanction threats and efforts to attract Taiwanese youth with housing and entrepreneur parks.
2024/04/26 13:25
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China to boost cross-strait exchanges with Taiwan
China’s Taiwan Affairs Office announces initiatives to enhance cross-strait exchanges, focusing on tourism and youth engagement, following a high-profile meeting between Ma Ying-jeou and Xi Jinping. The office aims to overcome obstacles for better cooperation and plans several events to encourage Taiwanese youth participation.
2024/04/24 15:24
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Taiwanese star Greg Hsu shares joy at film debut in Japan
Taiwanese actor Greg Hsu promotes "18×2 Beyond Youthful Days" in Japan, a Taiwanese-Japanese co-production that has captivated audiences in Taiwan. Hsu, alongside director Michihito Fujii and co-star Kaya Kiyohara, expressed his joy and anticipation during a press conference, highlighting the film’s themes of youth and friendship. Hsu’s chemistry with co-star Shunsuke Michieda is praised, with the actor inviting Michieda to visit Taiwan post-premiere. The film is currently screening in Taiwan and is scheduled for release in Japan in May.
2024/03/28 17:54