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DPP clarifies upcoming dinner not a nat’l report simulation
Discover how the DPP is strengthening its legislative strategy with a dinner meeting between President-elect Lai Ching-te and 51 legislators, aiming for open dialogue and unity.
14小時前
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KMT chairman vows respect for President-elect Lai at report
Discover how the Kuomintang’s chairman, Eric Chu, pledges respect for President-elect Lai Ching-te’s upcoming report at the Legislative Yuan, emphasizing a commitment to Taiwan’s constitutional process and political civility.
15小時前
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Vice President Lai honors Yoichi Hatta at memorial in Tainan
Discover how Vice President Lai Ching-te honored Yoichi Hatta’s legacy at a memorial in Tainan, highlighting the Chianan Irrigation System’s role in Taiwan-Japan relations and regional peace.
19小時前
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Lai calls for unity in government, industry, and academia
Discover how Taiwan’s Vice President Lai Ching-te is shaping the new cabinet with a focus on cross-party collaboration, industry involvement, and strategic economic initiatives to tackle the nation’s challenges.
20小時前
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Defense Ministry vows vigilance amid Chinese provocations
Taiwan’s Deputy Minister of National Defense, Po Horng-huei, announces the military’s vigilance and readiness amidst concerns over potential Chinese provocations, especially around the inauguration of Taiwan’s President-elect Lai Ching-te. Po emphasizes the importance of peace and regional stability, responding to comments by former U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander John Aquilino and highlighting the military’s 24-hour readiness against any threats, including those projected for 2027 or 2035.
1天前
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Lai Ching-te’s family to make public debut at inauguration
Discover the story of Taiwan’s President-elect Lai Ching-te’s family, featuring their academic achievements and public debut at the May 20 inauguration. Learn about their commitment to education and public service.
1天前
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Former Taiwan president confident in public support for Lai
Explore the latest on former Taiwanese President Chen Shui-bian’s confidence in the people’s support for the government, amid speculation of a pardon before Tsai Ing-wen’s term ends. Learn about the challenges facing the new administration with a divided legislature.
2024/05/07 13:30
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Taiwan’s president-elect vows to boost worker rights
Discover how Taiwan’s President-elect Lai Ching-te pledges to enhance labor rights, promote economic growth, and improve work-life balance for families, starting with a flexible parental leave trial in June.
2024/05/01 14:55
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KMT legislator accuses agency of favoring Lai Ching-te
Explore the controversy surrounding the National Land Management Agency’s decision to legalize unauthorized construction at the family home of incoming President Lai Ching-te. Critics accuse the agency of favoritism and question the fairness of land use policies.
2024/04/30 16:35
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Taiwan and Japan discuss stronger ties for regional peace
Explore the recent meeting between Taiwanese Vice President Lai Ching-te and Japan’s LDP delegation led by Takako Suzuki, focusing on strengthening economic ties and regional peace.
2024/04/30 14:03
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Lai, Hsiao briefed on national security threats
Discover how Taiwan’s President-elect Lai Ching-te and Vice President-elect Hsiao Bi-khim are preparing for national security challenges, focusing on threats from the Chinese Communist Party and strategies for peace in the Taiwan Strait.
2024/04/29 21:16
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Vice President Lai visits China Steel, eyes net-zero goal
Explore Vice President Lai Ching-te’s visit to China Steel Corporation in Kaohsiung, where he delved into the company’s efforts toward net-zero carbon emissions, highlighting its role in Taiwan’s economic growth and sustainable development.
2024/04/26 22:13
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’Made in Taiwan’ Heineken beer to hit global markets
Vice President Lai Ching-te, along with officials and Heineken Taiwan’s Managing Director Wu Chien-fu, launched a NT$13.5 billion investment in Pingtung for a net-zero carbon beer factory aimed at the East Asian market, marking Heineken’s deep-rooted expansion in Taiwan.
2024/04/26 21:55
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President-elect Lai open to historic legislative address
President-elect Lai Ching-te expresses willingness to make a historic State of the Nation report at the Legislative Yuan, responding to KMT’s invitation, aiming to establish constitutional conventions amidst current chaos.
2024/04/26 12:15
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Lai Ching-te unveils cross-strait team appointments
President-elect Lai Ching-te announces key national security appointments, naming Chiu Chui-cheng as head of the Mainland Affairs Council and Vice Premier Cheng Wen-tsan as chairman of the Straits Exchange Foundation, emphasizing the importance of cross-strait relations and the anticipation for China to engage with Taiwan’s democratically elected government.
2024/04/26 12:08
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Lai urges China for dialogue with Taiwan’s elected gov’t
President-elect Lai Ching-te calls for dialogue with China to enhance peace across the Taiwan Strait, emphasizing mutual respect and criticizing Beijing’s selective engagement with the opposition. Lai pledges to continue President Tsai’s policies, focusing on defense, economic security, partnerships, and stable cross-strait relations to promote regional stability and prosperity.
2024/04/26 10:08
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Lai Ching-te appoints key figures in Taiwan-China relations
President-elect Lai Ching-te appoints Chiu Chui-cheng and Cheng Wen-tsan to key cross-strait relations positions, signaling a cautious yet hopeful approach towards maintaining stability with China while supporting Taiwanese businesses and citizens. The strategic move aims to extend goodwill and manage economic interdependence, with the true impact dependent on Lai’s inaugural speech on May 20.
2024/04/25 22:24
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Lai praises national talent across eras for Taiwan security
Lai Ching-te, the President-elect of Taiwan, announces the sixth wave of government appointments, emphasizing the importance of national talent across different eras for the development of democracy, peace, and prosperity. He draws parallels with U.S. administrations to highlight the continuity in national security teams and welcomes talents from all backgrounds to contribute to the nation’s future.
2024/04/25 17:57
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President-elect Lai unveils sixth wave of cabinet reshuffle
President-elect Lai Ching-te unveils the sixth wave of cabinet and national security appointments, featuring Joseph Wu as Secretary-General of the National Security Council and Lin Chia-lung as Minister of Foreign Affairs. The team, praised for its professionalism and commitment, includes a total of 34 appointments with an average age of 62.5.
2024/04/25 17:35
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President-elect Lai clarifies Rolex watch allegations
Taipei’s President-elect and DPP Chairman Lai Ching-te dismisses allegations of undeclared Rolex watches, clarifying he owns two, each valued at NT$100,000. Amidst KMT’s scrutiny over his assets, Lai explains the origins of his watches and addresses the accusations at a DPP meeting.
2024/04/24 17:19
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Lai Ching-te preps for cross-strait relations
Explore the evolving cross-strait dynamics as President-elect Lai Ching-te and Vice President-elect Hsiao Bi-khim engage with the Mainland Affairs Council, amid Beijing’s hardened stance and the anticipation of new leadership in Taiwan’s strait dialogue agencies.
2024/04/22 18:18
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Cho Jung-tai unveils new faces in Taiwan’s Executive Yuan
Discover the latest personnel appointments by Premier-designate Cho Jung-tai for the Executive Yuan, including key positions in the Ministry of Labor, Health and Welfare, the Hakka Affairs Council, the Council of Indigenous Peoples, and the Ministry of Environment. This announcement follows President-elect Lai Ching-te’s vision for a "Healthy Taiwan" and showcases a commitment to diversity and expertise in the new cabinet.
2024/04/19 18:00
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Wang Mei-hua endorses successor ahead of cabinet change
Outgoing Economic Affairs Minister Wang Mei-hua praises successor J.W. Kuo for his international perspective as he prepares to take over the ministerial role, emphasizing his commitment to public service. The transition comes as President-elect Lai Ching-te prepares to take office, drawing public attention to the new cabinet selection.
2024/04/19 14:04
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Kritenbrink-Qiu meeting shows Taiwan’s role in US-China ties
Wang Hsin-hsien, an NCCU professor, speculates that the recent meeting between U.S. and Chinese officials may have involved discussions about President-elect Lai Ching-te’s inauguration speech and personnel arrangements, while TKU professor Alexander Huang believes the visit was mainly to prepare for Deputy Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken’s visit.
2024/04/17 15:38
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Taiwan’s Environment Minister to step down in May
Meta description: Hsieh Fu-sheng, current Minister of Environment, announces he will not retain his position in President-elect Lai Ch’ing-te’s upcoming cabinet. Hsieh will return to teaching at National Chung Hsing University after May 20 and retire in 2025. He expresses gratitude for his experience and hopes his successor will continue promoting environmental initiatives.
2024/04/17 15:34