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Analysts warn Taiwan could upend Trump’s landmark China trip
Trump met Xi in Beijing with Taiwan as the summit’s ’wild card.’ Former U.S. Ambassador Burns urged Trump to maintain 50 years of Taiwan arms sales policy.
2026/05/14 15:39
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Honnold’s Taipei 101 selfie breaks the internet in an hour
Alex Honnold’s daring free solo climb of Taipei 101 captivated fans worldwide. His Facebook post, featuring a selfie and gratitude to his team, sparked admiration and discussion.
2026/01/26 15:21
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Taiwan monitors Trump-Xi call on key Taiwan issues
Taiwan’s Taipei office in the U.S. monitors a call between Trump and Xi on Taiwan issues. The discussion covers Ukraine, trade, and future visits amid tense Sino-Japanese ties.
2025/11/25 10:10
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Taiwan stocks close down 0.16% amid volatile trading
The Taiwan Stock Exchange closed down 44.52 points at 27,949.11 on Oct. 28 amid mixed sector performances. TSMC shares dipped, while Foxconn gained. Investors await the Fed’s meeting and a Trump-Xi trade discussion.
2025/10/28 18:00
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Energy crunch looms as Taiwan debates nuclear future
Chairperson Chen Min-jen of Taiwan’s Nuclear Safety Commission suggests delaying the nuclear-free policy to 2035 to ease power supply issues. The discussion highlights Taiwan’s energy policy challenges and talent gaps in nuclear engineering.
2025/04/24 14:00
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Premier Cho invites talks on KMT’s cash relief proposal
Premier Cho Jung-tai invites discussion on the KMT’s cash relief policy to counter U.S. tariffs. The plan includes NT$10,000 per person and a NT$200 billion budget.
2025/04/11 23:00
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Analyst urges Taiwan against angry reaction to U.S. tariffs
Akio Yaita supports President Lai Ching-te’s strategy to address U.S. tariffs, suggesting Taiwan lower prices and enhance services to maintain ties.
2025/04/07 10:23
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Taipower’s financial woes prompt subsidy discussion
Taiwan’s economic minister addresses Taipower’s financial losses, stressing the need for subsidies. An electricity price hike may affect consumers.
2025/03/24 11:25
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Premier Cho optimistic on cross-party defense consensus
Taiwan’s Premier Cho Jung-tai is optimistic about cross-party support for enhancing national defense and military benefits. The Ministry of National Defense plans to increase allowances, with proposals under discussion.
2025/03/04 13:00
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Cross-party talks on Taiwan budget see heated exchanges
Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu led a cross-party negotiation on Taiwan’s 2025 budget, facing heated exchanges over speaking time. Additional talks are set for the weekend.
2025/01/15 16:05
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MOTC head urges open talks on railway fare changes
Taiwan’s transportation minister urges a pragmatic discussion on Taiwan Railway Corp. fare changes, unchanged for 30 years. A board meeting is set for Feb. 5.
2025/01/15 10:04
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Taiwan delays senior welfare act amendments discussion
Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan delays Senior Citizens Welfare Act talks. KMT seeks more deliberation on NHI premium exemptions for seniors. Health Ministry warns of potential NHI bankruptcy by 2026.
2024/12/31 11:40
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DPP calls for separate surrogacy discussion in Taiwan
Li Yen-jung urges Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan to prioritize artificial reproduction rights for single women and lesbian couples, separating surrogacy from the Assisted Reproduction Act due to cultural and ethical concerns.
2024/12/24 18:41
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Lai Ching-te talks Taiwan’s global role with Nancy Pelosi
President Lai Ching-te of Taiwan engaged in a key conversation with Nancy Pelosi during his Hawaii stopover, emphasizing Taiwan’s role in global security and the economy. The discussion included China’s military threats and Taiwan’s participation in international organizations.
2024/12/02 16:13
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U.S. factory for TSMC’s 2-nanometer process by 2030
Taiwan’s NSTC announced TSMC will start mass production of the 2-nanometer process next year. Plans for a U.S. factory are under discussion, with a potential timeline of 2028-2030.
2024/11/28 15:45
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Taipei mayor calls for rational legislative discussions
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an calls for rational talks in the Legislative Yuan on amending the Act Governing the Allocation of Government Revenues and Expenditures. New Taipei Mayor Hou Yu-ih supports thorough discussion for fair distribution.
2024/11/11 22:00
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Taipei residents demand post-disaster leave policy
Premier Cho Jung-tai stresses the need for real-time data to aid local governments in decision-making after Typhoon Kong-rey. Calls for policy discussion arise.
2024/11/01 10:56
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KMT legislator urges fair pricing for Taitung travelers
KMT legislator urges Taiwan Railway to freeze ticket prices until Eastern Line resumes. Discussion highlights fare fairness and post-typhoon support for Taitung.
2024/10/14 16:17
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TPP to hold lectures, forums amid chairman’s detention
Discover how Taiwan People’s Party plans to address judicial justice issues through outdoor lectures and forums amid controversy surrounding their chairman’s detention. Learn more about their initiative.
2024/09/19 11:52
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KMT head stresses 80% oppose death penalty abolition
Discover the latest on Taiwan’s death penalty debate as KMT Chairman Eric Chu cites over 80% public opposition to abolition ahead of the Constitutional Court’s ruling. Learn more about the ongoing discussion on justice and fairness.
2024/09/18 21:00
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Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan to discuss new session start date
Discover the latest on Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan as Speaker Han Kuo-yu calls for cross-party talks to set the new session’s start date for Sept. 20, amid National Disaster Prevention Day activities.
2024/09/18 10:14
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Taiwan boosts defense against AI-generated misinformation
Discover how Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense is addressing the challenges of deepfake technology in national security, including its first discussion on deepfake recognition with the National Chung Shan Institute of Science and Technology.
2024/07/16 16:48
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TVBS interview with Nvidia CEO sparks global discussion
Discover insights from Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s interview on TVBS Insight People, where he predicts humanoid robots will dominate the future, sparking a discussion and a response from Tesla’s Elon Musk. Learn about the challenges and breakthroughs expected in robot technology.
2024/06/21 13:53
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Labor minister defends Barthel Index in elderly care
Explore the debate on Taiwan’s use of the Barthel Index for elderly care. Minister Ho defends its objectivity, amid proposals to ease conditions for those over 80 seeking migrant caregivers. Ho P’ei-shan: Pa-shih objective, shouldn’t politicize Over 80 using Pa-shih to apply foreign care to 30% Legislators amend employment law, over 80 exempt Pa-shih Ho urges rational discussion, don’t exclude severely disabled
2024/06/13 10:46
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Kaohsiung mayor criticizes KMT’s legislative proposal
Discover how Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai criticizes the KMT’s proposed amendments to the Law Governing the Legislative Yuan’s Power, raising constitutional concerns and advocating for transparency and public discussion.
2024/05/23 15:19