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Taipei aims to sign Nvidia land deal before Lunar New Year
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-An announced NVIDIA’s plan to establish its overseas HQ at Beitou Shilin Technology Park. The city aims to sign the land rights agreement before the Lunar New Year, marking a major step in Taipei’s tech landscape.
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Beijing opens civil servant dining halls to public access
Beijing opened government employee cafeterias to the public in early December 2025, attracting young people with AI-powered dining technology. The policy aims to reduce idle resources by 30% while offering affordable meals. One AI restaurant in Beijing’s hutongs calculates dish weight and calories within seconds, drawing crowds of young professionals.
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Taiwan to assist 30,000 businesses with AI transformation
Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs plans to invest NT$2.5 billion in AI adoption for over 30,000 businesses by 2027. This initiative aims to boost revenue and efficiency.
2025/12/15 18:06
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Park revenue hits NT$1.38 trillion, up 10.31% this year
Hsinchu Science Park Bureau marks its 45th anniversary with projections of double-digit revenue growth by 2025. The park’s focus on integrated circuits, AI, and biotechnology drives its expansion and innovation.
2025/12/15 17:11
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French Festival moves to Weiwuying arts center in Kaohsiung
The 2026 French Festival in Kaohsiung will be held May 22-24 at the National Kaohsiung Center for the Arts. The event celebrates French culture in Taiwan.
2025/12/15 16:18
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Taiwan launches NFC-based combat casualty reporting system
Taiwan’s National Defence Medical Centre unveiled its Electronic Casualty Report System in early December 2025, replacing paper-based battlefield medical tracking systems. The system equips soldiers with electronic injury tags activated using NFC technology, enabling real-time tracking from injury through treatment. Traditional paper tags deteriorate when exposed to blood or water, creating dangerous information gaps. The digital system addresses these shortcomings with continuous records medical teams can access and update. Severe hemorrhaging accounts for approximately 75% of combat injuries, making accurate tracking essential for survival rates.
2025/12/11 18:04
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Telemedicine coming to New Taipei’s Wulai District
New Taipei City plans a smart health center in Wulai District to boost healthcare for indigenous communities. The initiative includes telemedicine and electronic records.
2025/12/09 18:31
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New Taipei celebrates culinary heritage with festival
New Taipei City launched its first Oil Rice Festival, celebrating traditional and innovative dishes. Mayor Hou awarded top chefs, highlighting the city’s culinary diversity.
2025/12/09 18:29
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K-pop stars arrive in Kaohsiung for AAA Awards weekend
K-pop stars light up Kaohsiung as the 2025 Korean AAA Awards begin Dec. 6-7. Fans cheer arrivals like Park Bo Gum, IU, and V. ATEEZ and others to perform.
2025/12/05 11:16
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Taiwan unveils pedestrian safety improvements
Taiwan’s Ministry of Transportation unveils a program to enhance pedestrian safety, reporting improvements at intersections and sidewalks. Despite a decrease in traffic deaths, international media criticize urban planning. The ministry plans to halve fatalities by 2030 through education and stricter enforcement.
2025/12/05 10:31
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Taiwan extends electric vehicle tax exemptions to 2030
Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan Finance Committee approved extending the electric vehicle tax exemption to 2030, but left the inclusion of hybrid vehicles unresolved. Lawmakers will continue to negotiate on compensating local governments for tax losses.
2025/12/04 17:49
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Super Junior’s Leeteuk headlines Hakka TV show launch
Leeteuk of Super Junior and Hyoyeon of Girls’ Generation joined a star-studded press conference for "Chef’s Arrival: Hakka Kitchen 2" in Taipei. The event celebrated the show’s second season, aiming to match its previous success at the Golden Bell Awards.
2025/12/04 10:50
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Taiwan’s Techman Robot unveils high-speed AI inspection
Techman Robot unveiled a high-speed AI visual inspection system at iREX 2025 in Tokyo, aiming for zero downtime in production line inspections. The system, using Nvidia’s Omniverse, enhances real-time defect detection and quality control, reducing inspection time by up to 50%.
2025/12/03 17:00
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LINE Pay launches new electronic payment service in Taiwan
LINE Pay launched LINE Pay Money in Taiwan, enhancing mobile payments for 13.1 million users. Features include bank linking, bill splitting, and quick transfers.
2025/12/03 14:57
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K-pop group i-dle to perform at Taipei Dome in March 2026
K-pop group i-dle will perform at the Taipei Dome on March 7, 2026, as part of their world tour. This marks a milestone for the group, with Shuhua leading in Taiwan.
2025/12/03 12:20
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President Lai says peace requires strength, not surrender
President Lai Ching-te inspected reserve force training in Yilan County on Tuesday, one week after announcing Taiwan’s NT$1.25 trillion special defense budget. The inspection emphasized military readiness with US-trained personnel integration, drone operations curriculum, and urban warfare tactics. Lai warned that national security has no room for compromise, stressing that genuine peace requires military strength rather than appeasement amid rising China tensions.
2025/12/02 18:38
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Power outage hits Songshan Airport, flights unaffected
Power outage hits Songshan Airport, affecting terminals and services. Taiwan Power Company restores power after a feeder line trip. No flight disruptions reported.
2025/12/02 10:40
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Yunlin teens turn oyster waste into cleaning agent in Tokyo
Taiwanese students from Kouhu Junior High showcased an innovative oyster shell cleaning agent at the Design For Change Global Children’s Conference in Tokyo, Nov. 27-30.
2025/12/01 17:00
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Portable charger fire delays Taiwan train 22 minutes
A portable charger ignited on a train in Taichung, causing a 22-minute delay. The Taiwan Railway Corporation plans to seek damages. An investigation is ongoing.
2025/11/26 10:26
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Taiwan considers easing restrictions on cousin marriage
Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan proposes reducing consanguinity restrictions in marriage laws from six to four degrees. This change reflects societal shifts and aims to align with global norms. Lawmakers are optimistic, but experts warn of potential risks.
2025/11/24 18:37
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K-pop group TWICE arrival sparks chaos at Taiwan airport
TWICE arrives in Kaohsiung, drawing over 300 fans. Seven members appear as Chaeyoung rests and Tzuyu travels from Tokyo. Fans await Tzuyu’s arrival.
2025/11/21 15:22
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Google establishes major AI hardware dev’t hub in Taipei
Google opens its largest AI hardware center outside the U.S. in Taipei’s Shilin District, featuring Taiwanese cultural elements and a power recycling lab.
2025/11/20 18:15
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Politician faces fitness influencer in jiu-jitsu match
Chen Chih-han and Huang Kuo-chang faced off in a jiu-jitsu match, showcasing athleticism and dedication. Huang’s transformation highlights the power of sports in daily life.
2025/11/19 09:20
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Ex-Intel chief seeks Taiwan supply chain ties with startups
Former Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger visits Taiwan to strengthen supply chain ties, host an industry dinner with Foxconn, and discuss energy and AI sector challenges.
2025/11/19 09:11
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Carbon storage pilot project set for Taiwan 2026 launch
Taiwan plans a major carbon storage project by 2026, aiming for injection by 2029. This initiative supports Taiwan’s net-zero emissions goal and involves collaboration with the British Standards Institution on CCS technology standards.
2025/11/17 19:00