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大陸國家主席習近平在發表2024新年致詞時提到，「祖國統一是歷史必然」，再度展現出統一台灣的企圖，而今年習近平的口吻比去年更加強硬，讓外界認為，是反映出對台灣選情的焦慮。德州州立大學副教授翁履中今(2日)於《FOCUS世界新聞》中，接受主持人譚伊倫線上訪問表示，「把中國大陸放在大國外交，也就是中美競爭的全球政治架構當中，就會發現過去這幾年，尤其兩岸關係降到谷底的情況下，中國大陸對台政策已經開始走自己的路，也就是慢慢地思考中國大陸應該要採取什麼樣的對策，來面對台灣現在的一些變化，而台灣的變化如果都沒有辦法進行溝通的話，北京當局又應該要如何繼續往前走，有兩個重點要注意，第一個、北京當局的對台政策在過去8年當中，逐步地出現一個雛形，也就是越過官方的交流，試圖跟台灣社會內部進行融合，第二個、對外盡可能地避免台獨或台獨的主張在國際社會上得到更多的支持，這一點在國際政治上對台灣確實有造成壓力跟限制，但也必須回過頭來說，對內跟對外，目前北京當局的對台政策，看起來越來越像是自己走自己的路，也就是不太考慮台灣的反應。」

Kuomintang (KMT) vice presidential candidate Jaw Shaw-kong criticizes President Tsai Ing-wen’s acceptance of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s statements, arguing that the ＂One China＂ concept in the 1992 Consensus refers to the Republic of China and not the People’s Republic of China. Jaw emphasizes that ＂One China＂ is the Republic of China, which predates the People’s Republic of China by 38 years and highlights its status as Asia’s first democratic republic. He rebuts claims that the KMT’s agreement to the 1992 Consensus poses dangers to Taiwan, stating that the consensus is meant to end the argument and focus on individual duties. Jaw also argues that Tsai’s actions depict a pro-independence stance, despite her verbal denial.

日本汽車工業協會(JAMA)最新數據顯示，中國大陸2023全年出口量超過日本，首次成為世界第一。TVBS北京特派林閔榛今(1日)於《FOCUS世界新聞》中，接受主持人周祐萱線上訪問表示，「日本經濟新聞報導，中國大陸的汽車將銷售地區擴大到了歐美撤離後的俄羅斯，還有作為進駐北美跳板的墨西哥，以及不斷轉向純電動汽車的歐洲和東南亞等全球範圍，中國大陸汽車工業協會的數據就顯示，2023年1到10月大陸的出口量同比增長58%，超過441萬輛，而同期日本增長15%，達到399萬輛，故大陸上半年出口數據已經超過日本，按照可以比較的各國數據分析，這將是2016年以來，日本首次跌出汽車出口第一的寶座。」

Taiwan’s investment in China has reached its lowest point in a decade, making up just over 10% of the island’s total overseas direct investment, according to a report by Nikkei Asia. Recent official data from Taiwan reveals that foreign direct investments surged by 87% to reach $257 billion through November this year. However, investments in China plummeted by 34% to only $29 billion, representing a mere 12% of the total. Since 2010, Taiwanese investments in China have been steadily declining and are projected to drop below the lowest point recorded since 1999. In contrast, investments in the United States have increased ninefold to $96 billion, accounting for around 37% of the total outbound direct investment. Additionally, Taiwan’s direct investment in Germany has soared 25-fold to $39 billion, largely driven by the operations of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company. Sun Ming-te, Director of the Business Development and Research Center at the Taiwan Institute of Economic Research (TIER), predicts that if tensions between the United States and China persist, Taiwan’s investment in China will continue to decline.

Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) presidential candidate Ko Wen-je became emotional during a debate when reminiscing about his father’s wishes for him to become a hospital director. During the debate, Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) candidate Lai Ching-te accused Ko of devaluing farmland by converting it into parking lots. Ko admitted that his father had purchased the land for him but emphasized that it was intended for agricultural use, not for building a hospital. Ko expressed regret for not fulfilling his father’s expectations but defended his land purchases, stating that the focus of the debate should be Taiwan’s future rather than his personal real estate affairs.

As Taiwan’s elections approach, voter concerns over low wages and the Labor Insurance Fund’s bankruptcy are at the forefront. Labor groups criticize major parties for inadequate labor reforms, with a focus on enhancing labor rights and wages.

農曆春節將近，大陸全面禁止施放煙火、鞭炮的禁令再度引發議論，對此，大陸全國人大常委會法工委近日表態，全面禁燃煙火、鞭炮不合法，也讓多家陸媒評論指出，是時候要終結了。TVBS北京特派林閔榛今(29日)於《FOCUS國際話題》中，接受主持人彭惠筠線上訪問說明，「大陸許多城市以安全、環保為由，禁止施放煙火和鞭炮，不過近年來，呼籲解禁的聲音越來越多，大陸全國人大常委會法工委近期發佈的訊息更是引發極大的討論，內容寫到，有關地方性法規關於全面禁止銷售、燃放煙火、鞭炮的規定，與大氣污染防治法和煙火鞭炮安全管理條例的有關規定不一致，關於全面禁售、禁燃的問題，認識上有分歧，也比較難執行，應當按照上位法規定的精神予以修改，經溝通，制定機關已經同意對相關規定儘快作出修改。」

生成式AI侵權疑慮持續引爆，紐約時報就開出第一槍，控告OpenAI及背後的金主微軟侵權，指兩家公司非法使用紐約時報數以百萬篇文章，開發聊天機器人ChatGPT等AI產品， 成為搶走媒體受眾的競爭對手。德州州立大學副教授翁履中今(28日)於《FOCUS世界新聞》中，接受主持人劉亭廷線上訪問表示，「紐約時報針對AI可能會侵害在線上的所有資訊，也就是著作權的部分進行法律訴訟，這樣的趨勢恐怕接下來不只主流媒體，甚至各種各樣跟著作權有關的企業行號或任何著作權擁有人都有可能跟進，因為現在人工智慧所創造出來的新作品，創作來源是根據線上大數據可以收集到的資料重組拼湊而成，一般人很難看出來新作品跟原來的創作有多大的關聯，可是透過電腦的科技還是可以查到原創作的蛛絲馬跡，這也是紐約時報會做出訴訟的原因。」

因牽連吸毒疑雲，而連月不斷接受調查的南韓知名演員李善均，於27日被發現陳屍車內，經警方判定為輕生，過世消息一出，震驚演藝圈。TVBS韓國特約記者楊虔豪今(28日)於《FOCUS世界新聞》中，接受主持人劉亭廷線上訪問表示，「李善均涉入吸毒疑雲，從今年10月底就開始接受調查，到後來被正式立案，不斷在鎂光燈的關注下出面接受調查，而李善均的死有很多值得探討的問題，首先是，相較於很多的刑事案件當事人，通常都是在警方正式立案調查後才曝光，但李善均卻是警方還在立案階段前開始調查的時候，身分、名字就已經被洩漏給媒體，且現在網路新聞相當發達，只要一家媒體報導，其他家媒體就會跟進，即使當事人還在接受調查，並沒有被發現有重大問題的時候，都會因為媒體的蜂擁報導而容易使大眾開始定調，進而造成當事人的形象和生活都受到嚴重的影響。」

Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) vice presidential candidate Cynthia Wu discusses her initial struggles in her new role, revealing that she was not provided much guidance by the party. It took her several days to figure out certain techniques and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Wu also acknowledges that the party’s resources and focus were primarily on Chairman Ko Wen-je. She addresses recent polls indicating a surge in her unpopularity, attributing it to her low media profile in her political career. Wu emphasizes her commitment to aligning with Ko Wen-je’s campaign schedule and engaging in activities like canvassing, policy announcements, and appearances on programs to better communicate with the public.

Jaw Shaw-kong, the vice presidential candidate for the Kuomintang (KMT) party, reaffirmed his party’s anti-communist stance in response to criticism from Lai Ching-te, the presidential candidate for the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP). Jaw highlighted his past support for the Tiananmen Square protests and the Hong Kong democracy movement to counter Lai’s accusations. During a policy presentation event, the presidential candidates from the KMT, DPP, and Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) debated their platforms, with Lai accusing the KMT of leaning towards communism. Jaw refuted this claim, emphasizing his party’s opposition to communism. He emphasized that Taiwan’s defensive strength lies in its democratic system rather than military might. If elected, Jaw and KMT presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih would not push for reunification negotiations with China, as the current conditions do not meet the prerequisites for such discussions. Instead, Jaw expressed a focus on creating a future where both sides of the Taiwan Strait can develop independently under their respective systems.

DPP vice presidential candidate Hsiao Bi-khim reassures students in Hsinchu City that protecting Taiwan’s democratic freedom is in the mutual interest of Taiwan and the United States. She addresses concerns about the history of Chiang Kai-shek’s pro-American stance and Donald Trump’s seemingly unfriendly attitude toward Taiwan. Hsiao emphasizes the importance of promoting Taiwan-U.S. relations with Taiwan at the heart of the process, identifying mutual benefits to strengthen Taiwan. She states that her approach in Washington would not interfere with or comment on the competition between U.S. parties, but rather focus on maintaining Taiwanese interests. Hsiao acknowledges that while Trump may use certain political language, as long as cooperation between Taiwan and the U.S. continues and Taiwanese interests are protected, it would be sufficient. The discussion also touches on concerns about subsidies for private high schools, with Hsiao emphasizing the importance of educational equity and Lai Ching-te’s intention to work towards making senior high school education free.

U.S. President Joe Biden has signed the Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (FY2024 NDAA), which includes a comprehensive training program for Taiwan’s military. The program aims to enhance Taiwan’s self-defense capabilities and will be overseen by the U.S. Secretary of Defense. The legislation, which has received approval from both houses of the U.S. Congress, allocates a total of US＄886 billion for this purpose. The training program will focus on layered defense, asymmetric defense strategies, cross-communication between the U.S. and Taiwan’s military, information sharing, and the improvement of professional military education and civilian control over the military. Additionally, the act emphasizes collaboration between the U.S. and Taiwan on military cyber security and requires regular updates on Taiwan arm sales proceedings. It also mandates the Secretary of Defense to submit biannual reports to Congress on the military developments of the People’s Republic of China, particularly in areas such as Taiwan, Southeast Asia, and the South China Sea, covering topics such as weapon upgrades, procurement, and military operations.

Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai emphasized the importance of talent in driving the net-zero transition at a post-COP28 event at National Sun Yat-sen University. Chen shared his experiences from COP28 and called on businesses to display greater ambition in adopting sustainable energy practices. He urged local governments to stay informed about global trends and COP28 outcomes to develop appropriate policies and collaborate with industries. COP28 recently conducted its first global stocktake since the Paris Climate Agreement, establishing new carbon reduction goals for the post-2030 period. The Kaohsiung City Government’s Environmental Protection Bureau played a leading role in participating in COP28, engaging in discussions on renewable energy and energy efficiency. Chen encouraged businesses to explore alternative solutions such as hydrogen energy and consider a broader range of clean energy applications, including Taiwan’s carbon solution exchange projects.

全球地緣政治持續動盪，而明年有超過40場的重大選舉，台灣總統大選也即將登場，新任元首與政局將面對區域戰火、地緣政治、淨零轉型等挑戰，也為明年的國際情勢增添變數。遠見雜誌主編廖君雅今(20日)於《FOCUS世界新聞》中，接受主持人吳安琪線上訪問表示，「台灣今年曾被經濟學人說是『世界上最危險的地方』，而台灣也是明年總統大選，全球40個國家中第一個登場的國家，至於台灣總統大選為什麼這麼重要，從10月的拜習會就可以看到，兩國元首對於台灣選舉議題依然不肯讓步，且台海是否會發生戰爭，在遠見的調查發現，有過半數的企業是最擔憂的，若地緣政治風險增問的情況下，很多企業都會擔心投資跟擴廠受到影響。」

根據中華網報導，中國社會科學院世界社保研究中心主任鄭秉文近期爆出驚人言論，表示「養娃難，可暫時求助親戚」，引來不少網友吐槽。TVBS北京特派林閔榛今(20日)於《FOCUS國際話題》中，接受主持人彭惠筠線上訪問說明，「鄭秉文指出『抓住有效的生育期，把暫時的困難，借用親友之力，否則過了這個年齡段，恐怕後悔就有點來不及了。』這番有些脫離現實的催生論點，一度衝上熱搜，中華網報導，鄭秉文表示現在部分青年人由於生活的壓力，生育意願不如從前，其中包括教育、養老、醫療、生育、托育等多方面的壓力，讓年輕夫婦們有些不堪重負，對此，鄭秉文回應，非常能理解，但也感到遺憾，且他認為，青年人特別是青年夫婦應該往前看，要借用親友的力量生養小孩。」

The fifth Asiahub New Media Summit, themed ＂Empowering,＂ highlighted Taiwan’s burgeoning role in the global content industry, with insights from industry leaders Liu Wen-yen and Lu Chun-wei, and a focus on the Kuroshio Plan.

Taoyuan Metro (TYMETRO) will add four extra train services during peak hours on workdays, aiming to reduce commuting time for passengers. The additional trains include two express services and two regular services, bringing the total number of peak-hour trains on workdays to eleven. This is the sixth round of increased services introduced by TYMETRO in 2023. Since April 17, 2023, TYMETRO has been expanding the number of trips to better meet commuter needs, with a focus on providing more frequent services during the morning peak period heading northbound. The express trains have been increased by six additional services, bringing the total to 18 express trips, benefiting Taoyuan commuters traveling southbound toward Taipei.

The newly appointed Chairperson of the New Media Entertainment Association (NMEA), Daphne Lee, emphasizes the importance of funding, talent, and global integration for Taiwan’s content industry to succeed. At the 2023 Asiahub New Media Summit in Taipei, Lee highlights the need for cross-sector collaboration and industry chain integration in the AI era. The summit features six main themes, 19 keynote speeches, panel discussions, and 7 workshops with 60 speakers. Participants, such as LINE Taiwan Managing Director Roger Chen, discuss Taiwan’s soft power, industry upgrade, transformation, and global outreach. Videoland Television Network Chairman Lee Chung-pei suggests creating quality content to ensure profitability and establish funding recovery mechanisms. Lin Chien-han, Chairman of Taiwan Secom, shares the company’s dual strategy of investment and production, moving from DVD rental services to investing in Taiwanese films. Lin also discusses how Taiwanese creative content is breaking into the international market by integrating local culture and socio-political issues, citing successful films like ＂The Candidate＂ and ＂The Bridge Curse.＂

The Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW) in Taiwan is planning to promote digitalization in healthcare, with a focus on incorporating digital development into healthcare quality metrics. This initiative aligns with national policy directives and aims to support the national plan for digital policy. The successful pilot of virtual National Health Insurance (NHI) cards during the COVID-19 pandemic was highlighted as part of the broader commitment to digitalization. The MOHW, with support from the Ministry of Digital Affairs (MODA), is providing technological budget support for the cloud-based transition of health insurance systems at grassroots clinics. The goals of Taiwan’s digitalization healthcare system include reducing manpower on the medical end, improving healthcare quality, and increasing convenience for patients. The future strategy of the MOHW will combine financial subsidies with policy mandates, starting with medical centers. The plan is to encourage the integration of digital development into healthcare quality assessment, with the aim of fostering innovation, reducing labor costs, and enhancing healthcare quality.

根據中國大陸新聞周刊報導，保時捷日前公布的2023年第三季銷售數據顯示，保時捷當季在中國大陸的銷售量暴跌40%，成為保時捷全球唯一銷量下滑的市場。TVBS北京特派林閔榛今(19日)於《FOCUS世界新聞》中，接受主持人譚伊倫線上訪問表示，「保時捷今年前三季在北美市場銷量為6.45萬輛，年比增長14%，在歐洲不含德國，銷量為5.17萬輛，德國銷量則為2.48萬輛，分別增長23%和19%，但在大陸市場前三季共賣出6.07萬輛，年比下滑12%。而保時捷在中國大陸一直頗受富豪，尤其是年輕女富豪的喜愛，對比其他市場，中國大陸車主的平均年齡是最小的，且女性車主的比例達到最高50%左右，根據保時捷自己的調查發現，中國大陸女性不僅僅是保時捷的使用者，大多還具備購買決策者、購買者和使用者三者合一的身分。」

The Tourism Administration and the Central Weather Administration (CWA) have signed a memorandum of understanding to merge tourism and meteorological services in Taiwan. The partnership will focus on Taiwan’s tourism activities, particularly the 13 national scenic area administrations. The collaboration aims to develop strategic promotions that enhance the traveler experience by utilizing the expertise of both organizations. The Tourism Administration plans to incorporate real-time weather data into a tourism smart cloud, providing accurate weather conditions for tourists. The CWA will deliver targeted meteorological information for different regions, simplifying access for both local and international travelers. This initiative aims to catalyze the development of the tourism industry and ensure the effective use and exchange of weather and maritime information. The use of smart cloud technology will equip travelers with useful information, enhancing convenience and safety, especially for maritime recreational activities.

Beloved South Korean actor and variety show personality, Jee Seok-jin, has announced a sudden hiatus from all entertainment activities due to health concerns. Effective from December 18, Jee will be suspending all work commitments, including his regular appearances on the popular variety show ＂Running Man.＂ Known for his humor and affable nature, Jee has been a key member of the show since 2010, amassing a significant fan base over the years. This marks the first break Jee is taking from the show since he joined its original cast 13 years ago. With the departure of another cast member in October, the ＂Running Man＂ team is now left with only five members, raising questions about how the show will adapt and what impact it will have on its future.

根據陸媒報導，輝達(NVIDIA)已向台積電下了「超級急件」(Super Hot Run)訂單，為大陸客戶生產特製的人工智能(AI)和高效能運算(HPC) GPU。TVBS北京特派林閔榛今(18日)於《FOCUS世界新聞》中，接受主持人譚伊倫線上訪問說明，「科技媒體『集微網』報導，因為美國對大陸晶片製造業實施更嚴格的出口管制，但輝達仍繼續增加台積電的投片量，希望能夠提高產能並滿足H100處理器的市場需求，但由於CoWoS產能限制，H100現在已經極度短缺，此外，陸媒報導，輝達計劃在2024年1月恢復向大陸供應RTX 4090晶片，但會進行修改版本以符合美國出口限制。」

AI科技飛速發展，也是近期最夯的話題之一，不只能解析人類的語言，科學家還準備利用AI技術破解動物語言。今(1)日《FOCUS世界新聞》邀請到科學人雜誌內容長陸子鈞，接受主持人李潔線上訪問表示，「科學家過去以來一直不太喜歡碰觸這議題，因為覺得好像把動物擬人化，但最近幾年AI人工智慧的發展非常先進，就有科學家提出，或許可以利用的人工智慧的方式了解動物之間的語言。」