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President Tsai honors fallen firemen at Pingtung memorial
President Tsai Ing-wen pays tribute to fallen firefighters at a Pingtung memorial service while families protest their exclusion from the disaster investigation committee. The Pingtung factory owner pledges support for the victims.
2023/10/06 22:17
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Terry Gou supports ex-president’s decision on National Day
Foxconn founder Terry Gou expresses support for former President Ma Ying-jeou’s decision to boycott the national day celebration in Taiwan. Gou criticizes President Tsai Ing-wen and Vice President Lai Ching-te for their views on national identity, particularly Tsai’s renaming of the holiday to "Taiwan National Day."
2023/10/03 12:30
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Ex-President Ma refuses to attend National Day celebrations
Former President Ma Ying-jeou has declined to attend the upcoming National Day celebrations on Oct. 10. Ma strongly criticized President Tsai Ing-wen for changing the name of the event from "Republic of China National Day" to "Taiwan National Day," interpreting it as a pro-independence move.
2023/10/02 11:31
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Taiwan-made submarine to boost asymmetric capabilities
Taiwan celebrates a historic moment with the launch of its domestically manufactured submarine, Hai Kun. This development strengthens the nation’s national defense capabilities and underscores its commitment to self-reliance. Learn more about Taiwan’s submarine milestone.
2023/09/28 18:49
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President Tsai unveils first Taiwan-made submarine, Hai Kun
Taiwan reveals its first domestically built submarine, Hai Kun, in a significant move towards enhancing national defense. President Tsai Ing-wen underscores its role in asymmetric warfare capabilities, emphasizing the nation’s determination to protect its sovereignty. This development highlights Taiwan’s commitment to self-reliant defense in the face of evolving security challenges.
2023/09/28 17:48
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President Tsai visits Pingtung after factory blaze tragedy
President Tsai Ing-wen visits Pingtung after a devastating factory explosion. She demands an investigation and offers condolences to the victims’ families. Stay updated with the latest news.
2023/09/23 17:20
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President Tsai calls for resilient judicial system
President Tsai Ing-wen commends the diversity of the citizen judicial system introduced in Taiwan in 2023 and calls for the judiciary to "become adaptable and more resilient" with the constant emergence of new challenges.
2023/09/18 19:00
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Premier dismisses plans for CKS Memorial Hall demolition
Premier Chen Chien-jen on Monday (Sept. 11) dismissed claims that the ruling government plans to demolish the Chiang Kai-shek (CKS) Memorial Hall by May 2024, as President Tsai Ing-wen will end her second and final term by then.
2023/09/11 16:24
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Tsai visits Mbabane Gov’t Hospital, pledges more support
Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen paid a visit to the Mbabane Government Hospital in Eswatini on Wednesday (Sept. 6), where medical personnel from Taipei Medical University Hospital have assisted in the past 15 years.
2023/09/07 16:29
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President Tsai expresses thanks in Swazi during celebration
Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen led a delegation to Eswatini, Taiwan’s only African ally, to mark the country’s 55th independence anniversary and King Mswati III’s 55th birthday.
2023/09/07 13:09
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President Tsai pledges ‘African Plan’ revision in Eswatini
President Tsai Ing-wen pledged to revise the "African Plan" during an expatriate banquet in Eswatini after overseeing the signing of three agreements on Monday (Sept. 5).
2023/09/06 18:58
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President Tsai Ing-wen departs for 4-day trip to Eswatini
Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen departed for a 4-day trip to Eswatini on Tuesday (Sept. 5) morning to celebrate and further facilitate the two nations’ bilateral relations.
2023/09/05 17:18
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President Tsai, TPP Ko, KMT Hou aim to secure Hakka votes
President Tsai Ing-wen, Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) presidential candidate Ko Wen-je, and Kuomintang (KMT) presidential hopeful Hou Yu-ih attended the Hsinchu Hakka Yimin Festival on Monday (Sept. 4).
2023/09/04 19:06
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Tsai expresses gratitude to military for safeguarding Taiwan
President Tsai Ing-wen acknowledges Taiwan’s armed forces’ hard work and addresses mainland China’s continuous provocations.
2023/08/31 19:11
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President Tsai to lead official delegation to Eswatini
President Tsai Ing-wen’s delegation visit to Eswatini strengthens diplomatic ties and collaboration in public health, medical care, and women’s empowerment. The visit marks important anniversaries in relations between the two nations.
2023/08/25 17:28
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President Tsai to visit last African ally Eswatini
Taiwan’s presidential office confirmed on Friday (Aug. 25) that President Tsai Ing-wen will visit the nation’s last African ally, Eswatini, from Sept. 5 to 8.
2023/08/25 15:58
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Tsai Ing-wen marks 65th anniversary of 823 Artillery Battle
President Tsai Ing-wen presided over a memorial ceremony commemorating the 65th anniversary of the 823 Artillery Bombardment at Kinmen’s Taiwushan Cemetery on Wednesday (Aug. 23).
2023/08/23 23:01
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President Tsai likely to visit Eswatini in September
President Tsai Ing-wen is reportedly visiting Taiwan’s only ally in Africa, Eswatini, in late September, marking her second voyage to the African ally during her tenure.
2023/08/23 15:05
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Taiwan’s 2024 national defense budget to reach NT$606.8B
TAIPEI (TVBS News) — President Tsai Ing-wen said Monday (Aug. 21) that Taiwan’s national defense budget will reach a record high of NT$606.8 billion at the briefing of 2024’s government budget.
2023/08/22 17:01
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President Tsai Ing-wen commends troops on Air Force Day
President Tsai Ing-wen praises military standards and defense reforms during her visit to Chiashan Air Force Base in Hualien on Air Force Day. Progress in defense autonomy and locally manufactured military equipment was highlighted.
2023/08/14 19:48
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President Tsai sends condolences after Maui disaster
Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen extends sincere condolences to those affected by the devastating Maui Island wildfire in Hawaii, USA. Taiwan stands ready to assist the US as the blaze claims lives and triggers evacuations.
2023/08/13 13:37
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Tsai urges rules-based order for more regional prosperity
President Tsai Ing-wen underscores the importance of rules-based order for regional stability in Ketagalan Forum’s 2023 Indo-Pacific Security Dialogue. Emphasis on democracy, security, and economic growth.
2023/08/08 20:33
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Taro Aso compares Japan-Taiwan relations to ‘Monkey Luffy’
Former Japanese Prime Minister Taro Aso likened Japan-Taiwan relations to the main character in the popular manga "One Piece," Monkey D. Luffy, during a meeting with President Tsai Ing-wen on Tuesday (Aug.8).
2023/08/08 19:35
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President Tsai, Taro Aso aim for deeper bilateral relations
President Tsai Ing-wen met with former Japan Prime Minister Taro Aso on Tuesday (Aug. 8), praising robust economic ties with Japan and expressing gratitude for the strong support to increase Taiwan’s global presence.
2023/08/08 18:19
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President Tsai urges public to stay safe amid heavy rainfall
In anticipation of Typhoon Khanun’s arrival, President Tsai Ing-wen visited the Central Emergency Operation Center on Thursday morning (Aug. 3) to ensure the necessary precautions were taken to keep the public safe.
2023/08/03 12:33