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Explore the controversy surrounding a social media bid by the Taiwan Strait Tourism Association Shanghai Branch, involving KMT legislators questioning the eligibility of mainland Chinese companies and raising concerns over potential double standards by the DPP in promoting Taiwan’s tourism on platforms deemed as cognitive warfare fronts.

Discover the latest development in cross-strait relations as China’s Civil Aviation Administration activates new flight routes to improve airspace efficiency, sparking concerns from Taiwan over flight safety near Matsu and Kinmen.

Former President Ma Ying-jeou’s visit to China draws mixed reactions from Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an and New Taipei Mayor Hou Yu-ih, with the DPP criticizing Ma’s role in cross-strait relations. Chiang and Hou emphasize the importance of exchanges under conditions of equality, dignity, and mutual benefit, highlighting the need for communication and mutual understanding in reducing conflict.

At the opening ceremony of China’s National People’s Congress, former basketball star Yao Ming towered over other attendees, bringing a unique highlight to the event. Discover how Yao’s towering presence and his journey from the basketball court to the political arena captivated everyone’s attention.

Andrew Hsia, vice chairman of the Kuomintang (KMT) party, emphasizes promoting cross-strait exchanges and dialogue to prevent misunderstandings during a meeting with Song Tao, head of China’s Taiwan Affairs Office (TAO). The discussion at the Fairmont Peace Hotel in Shanghai addresses recent tensions, highlighting the KMT’s stance on the ＂1992 Consensus＂ and opposition to ＂Taiwan Independence.＂ Both parties stress the importance of restraint to maintain peace and mutual trust in cross-strait relations.

The Taipei Lantern Festival’s main lantern will be lit on Feb. 17. No official meeting was arranged between the Shanghai delegation and Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an. Mayor Chiang is expected to visit various lantern areas, potentially encountering the Shanghai representatives. The festival features lanterns from 16 cities, including Shanghai. The level of Shanghai’s representation has reportedly been downgraded this year. The Mainland Affairs Council aims to keep a low profile on the delegation’s visit for their safety.

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an plans to visit the United States in the summer of 2024, focusing on cities like Boston, New York, and Philadelphia. The trip may also include Washington if time permits. The visit will prioritize municipal exchanges and involve bureaus related to information, industrial development, and firefighting. Chiang’s previous tours were mainly in Asian cities like Singapore and South Korea. This upcoming visit, his first as mayor, is likely to be politically interpreted, especially given the timing after the inauguration of President-elect Lai Ching-te.

Get ready for Zooey Wonder’s ＂2024 See You Down The Road＂ concert in Taipei on Jan. 22. After being chosen by Golden Melody Award-winning singer Wu Qing-feng for a duet, Zooey Wonder has been thrust into the limelight. She recently kicked off her tour in Shanghai, performing meticulously prepared songs such as ＂Nomadland＂ and ＂Me Time＂. Throughout the year, Zooey Wonder plans to visit more places and meet more fans with her new songs. Don’t miss out on surprises and a concert-exclusive beautifully designed commemorative card at her Taipei concert. Grab your tickets now through KKTIX.

The Central Weather Administration (CWA) has forecasted that northeasterly winds carrying pollutants from Shanghai have intensified over the past 24 hours, leading to poor air quality in Taiwan between Friday and Sunday. The western half of Taiwan has been issued an orange code alert for air quality, with some areas potentially reaching red alert statuses. The CWA warns that air quality is unlikely to improve in the next two days, with the southern regions expected to experience an accumulation of pollution due to weaker winds. The Ministry of Environment advises the public, especially sensitive groups like the elderly and children, to minimize outdoor activities and reduce the use of public transportation to help lessen the emission of pollutants. Residents are urged to stay updated and take necessary precautions to protect their health.

Taiwan pop icon Jay Chou is facing a wave of ticket returns from scalpers for his Shanghai performances due to a newly implemented real-name system. Previously, scalpers had been profiting by reselling tickets for exorbitant prices, but the introduction of the real-name system has curbed their activities.

Qualcomm, a leading semiconductor manufacturer, enacts company-wide layoffs in Shanghai and Taiwan, offering varying severance packages. The wireless networking and software divisions bear the brunt of the staff reductions.

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an announced on Thursday (Aug. 31) the significant results achieved at this year’s twin-city forum: 45 memorandums of understanding (MOUs) signed between Taipei and Shanghai.

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an highlights cross-strait dialogue’s significance at the Taipei-Shanghai Twin City Forum. Learn about the event’s vital role and shared values amid volatile relations.

Taipei City Government spokesperson reaffirms Chiang’s pledge to uphold democracy, peace, and prosperity goals.

Taipei City Mayor Chiang Wan-an headed to Shanghai on Tuesday morning (Aug. 29) for the Taipei-Shanghai Twin City Forum and highlighted the importance of maintaining dialogue across the Taiwan Strait.

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an is set to attend the 2023 Taipei-Shanghai Twin-City Forum in Shanghai from August 29 to 31, marking the first visit to mainland China by a public official from the fourth generation of the Chiang family since the Chinese Civil War.

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an visited the ＂Yu Ta-wei’s Memorial Exhibition＂ at National Taiwan University on Tuesday (Aug. 22) ahead of his trip to the Taipei-Shanghai City Forum on Aug. 29.

The Taipei City government announced on Friday (Aug.18) that Mayor Chiang Wan-an will lead a delegation to Shanghai from Aug. 29 to Aug. 31 to participate in the 2023 Taipei-Shanghai Twin-City Forum and exchange municipal experiences.

Shanghai-Taipei Twin-City Forum anticipates Mayor Chiang Wan-an’s debut attendance. Focus on 2024 election context with diverse themes like digital economy, healthcare, and MOU signings.

American businesses have devised new strategies for the Chinese market despite the soaring tensions between Washington and Beijing, according to the former president of the American Chamber of Commerce Shanghai, Ker Gibbs. 

A recent study published in the ＂Journal of Contemporary China,＂ conducted by scholars from Singapore and Shanghai, reveals that more than half of Mainland Chinese support using force to unify Taiwan. 

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an faced a barrage of probing questions from councilors about the upcoming Taipei-Shanghai City Forum during his presentation of a comprehensive project report to the Taipei City Council on Monday (May 22).

Former Taiwan President Ma Ying-jeou arrived in Shanghai on Wednesday (April 5) as he heads to the Yangshan Port, one of the last travel destinations on his 12-day-long China journey.

Shanghai’s Fudan University students displayed little interest in the news of former Taiwanese President Ma Ying-jeou’s impending visit to the school on April 7.

Taipei City Government was criticized over the weekend for allegedly playing hide-and-seek with the central government during visit of the Shanghai delegation to the Taiwan Lantern Festival.