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US Disappointed by Taiwan Opposition's Defense Budget Cuts
- Taiwan's opposition parties approved a defense budget significantly lower than anticipated by the United States. - A senior US official expressed disappointment, stating that crucial funding for certain defense items was cut. - The approved budget is 780 billion NT dollars, a reduction of 470 billion NT dollars from the executive branch's proposal.
Paraguay and Taiwan Forge Alliance to Build Major AI Hub
- Paraguay and Taiwan are collaborating to establish one of the world's largest artificial intelligence (AI) centers. - Paraguayan President Santiago Peña described the initiative as "transcendental" …
Taiwan's opposition KMT leader on restoring stable peace with Beijing
- KMT Chairwoman Hsin-chun Cheng outlined her vision for restoring peace and cooperation with Beijing. - She discussed her recent meeting with Chinese Communist Party chief Xi Jinping and an upcoming …
Kingdom of Eswatini hosted Taiwanese President despite Chinese disapproval and pressure
- Eswatini hosted Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen, defying Chinese pressure and maintaining its diplomatic ties with Taiwan. - Taiwan is recognized as an independent state by only 12 countries, inclu…
40,000 Vietnamese Students in Taiwan Amidst Tech and Semiconductor Boom
- The number of Vietnamese students in Taiwan has surged, reaching approximately 40,000 for the 2024-2025 academic year, making them the largest international student group. - Factors contributing to …
Private Corporations Buying Existing Homes in Taiwan May Not Need Permit Under 4 Exceptions
Private entities purchasing existing residential properties in Taiwan may be exempt from needing prior government approval under certain conditions. These exceptions apply to properties with mixed-use…
Paraguayan President Concludes Taiwan Visit, Departs for Philippines Amidst Strengthened Ties
- Paraguayan President Santiago Peña concluded his state visit to Taiwan and departed for the Philippines. - The visit strengthened bilateral ties and resulted in the signing of several cooperation ag…
Gifts made within two years of death subject to inheritance tax calculation in Taiwan
- Taiwan's Kaohsiung National Taxation Bureau clarified rules on gifts made within two years before death regarding inheritance tax. - Gifts to a decedent's spouse, legal heirs, or their spouses withi…
Taiwanese Travelers' eSIM Data May Be Monitored by China, Study Warns
- Taiwanese travelers using international eSIMs risk having their data routed through China, according to a study. - This routing can prevent access to AI services like ChatGPT and Gemini, which block…
CPBL: On Mother's Day, Suzuki Shunsuke shares deep reflections after coming to Taiwan
- Taiwanese baseball player Suzuki Shunsuke expressed gratitude to his mother and others in his life on Mother's Day. - He reflected on his past difficulty in expressing emotions and his current under…
Taiwan Prosecutors Association Proposes Reforms for Senior Appointments
- The Prosecutors Association of Taiwan proposed reforms for appointing prosecutors in the second instance. - They advocate for a system where candidates are reviewed by a prosecutor review committee …
KMT Slashes Defense Budget, Legislator Proposes Cash Handouts; Civic Groups Warn of 'Dragging Taiwan to Death'
- Taiwan's legislature passed a reduced defense special budget of NT$780 billion, cutting NT$470 billion from the government's version and excluding drone/boat funding. - Legislators from the KMT prop…
Paraguayan President Benítez Meets 'Good Friend' Tsai Ing-wen in Taiwan
- Paraguayan President Benítez shared a photo with former Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen during his visit to Taiwan. - Benítez stated they reviewed bilateral cooperation and their strong alliance. -…
Online Rumors Falsely Blame Taiwanese Tourist for Fatal Okinawa Crash; Perpetrator Identified as Chinese National
- False information spread online claiming a Taiwanese tourist caused a fatal accident in Okinawa. - Japanese media reports identified the actual perpetrator as a Chinese national. - The fabricated st…
Taiwan's Pan Wen-Hui Shines with 5 Strikeouts in Minor League Win
- Taiwanese pitcher Pan Wen-Hui, recovering from Tommy John surgery, earned his second win of the season in a minor league game for the Philadelphia Phillies' system. - Pan pitched 1.2 innings in reli…