China's key technology experts invited to summer retreat in Beidaihe; Cai Qi pays a visit
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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The “十五五” period is a critical phase for overcoming difficulties and challenges in building a strong education system, a strong science and technology sector, and a strong talent pool
Gang members forced a teenage girl into prostitution and detained her, making her swallow cigarette butts; combined sentences total 152 years and 6 months
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Combined sentences total 152 years and 6 months
The teenage girl's daily payment for sex work of 10,000
Took 7,000 and split it with the man surnamed Jian
Left only 3,000 for the girl
Forced the boy to sign a promissory note for 500,000
Found the man surnamed Chen guilty of 17 offenses
The man surnamed Jian committed 14 offenses
The mainland Chinese woman was found guilty of 2 counts of aggravated unlawful detention
SpaceX to Release Its First Financial Report; Musk’s AI Spending Draws Wall Street’s Attention
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
SpaceX is about to release its first financial report since going public, drawing intense market attention as investors assess whether Starlink’s profits can support Musk’s huge AI spending.
Israel Plans to Bring Crocodiles Into Prison; Court’s Animal Welfare Concerns Spark Human Rights Controversy
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
An Israeli far-right minister proposed introducing crocodiles at a Palestinian detention facility, but a court blocked the plan on animal-welfare grounds. Human rights groups strongly condemned it as a racist act.
“凱西” to Exhibit at the Cultural Expo for the First Time, Rekindling the Joy of Handwriting
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Illustrator 凱西陳 will participate in the 2026 Taiwan Cultural Expo for the first time, revisiting the sentiment of handwriting. 凱西 previously recorded annual revenue of more than 100 million yuan with a character of the same name, demonstrating the value of her personally created therapeutic works.
Facts
凱西陳 will participate in the 2026 Taiwan Cultural Expo for the first time.
Stationery products by “凱西” once recorded annual sales of more than 100 million yuan.
The brand exhibition at the 2026 Taiwan Cultural Expo will be held at Nangang Exhibition Center, Hall 1.
Dispute Over Public-Sector Pension Back Payments; Liu Jianxin: Handled According to Law, Not the Responsibility of a Single Agency
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Cuts to civil servant pensions have been halted since ROC year 113.
If the constitutional ruling on halting pension cuts is still pending before August 1, the difference will be paid.
Back payments for the difference have been received through July this year。
銓敘部 and 教育部 sent simultaneous letters to government agencies and schools on June 8。
Freeze the budgets of 考試院 and 銓敘部。Liu Jianxin said the amendments do not specify a retroactive effective date，so they can only be implemented according to the effective date stipulated by the Central Laws and Regulations Standards Act（3 days after the bill is promulgated）。Everything is being handled in accordance with the law，and the matter has been explained several times to lawmakers who raised concerns。
Texas’s first Republican woman in Congress，葛蘭傑，dies at 83
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
葛蘭傑，Texas’s first Republican woman elected to the U.S. House，has died at 83。She served as mayor of Fort Worth and chaired the House Appropriations Committee，ending nearly 30 years in Congress。
Palau deepens Taiwan-Palau medical cooperation；appoints Taiwan scholar 陳愷翔 as special adviser to the Ministry of Health
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan scholar 陳愷翔 has been appointed by Palau as a special adviser to the Ministry of Health，making him the youngest in history。He will coordinate Taiwan’s medical resources and promote healthcare cooperation between the 2 countries。
People's Party candidate accuses Shen Fahui of pressing another lawmaker's voting button, files complaint with Taipei prosecutors
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
New Taipei City council candidates from the Taiwan People's Party, including Lin Ziyu, filed a complaint accusing DPP lawmaker Shen Fahui of pressing another lawmaker's voting button in the Legislative Yuan, allegedly committing document forgery, and called on prosecutors to investigate. The move highlights concerns over transparency in legislative voting.
5 key questions and answers on the 中聯 case: why 台糖 refused to accept the product without reporting it, and a look at food safety inspection responsibilities
July PMI hits 61.5%, expanding for 10 straight months at its fastest pace in nearly 5 years
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
中經院 reported that the July manufacturing PMI rose to 61.5%, its highest in nearly 5 years, marking 10 consecutive months of expansion. Strong exports are supporting manufacturing, while stock market volatility has slowed the pace of expansion in the non-manufacturing sector.
Facts
Expanded for 10 consecutive months
The six-month outlook index rose 0.3 percentage points to 64.5%
Raised the estimate of second-quarter economic growth to 12.92%
Electronics and optical industries (65.5%)
Transportation equipment industry (59.5%)
Electrical and machinery equipment industry (59.2%)
Food and textile industries (58.8%)
Chemical, biotechnology and medical industries (51.0%)
Basic raw materials industry (50.5%)
New orders and production indexes continued to rise, reaching 63.3%, respectively
The July NMI, unadjusted for seasonal effects, fell 2.6 percentage points to 57.3%
Cho Jung-tai: Next year’s general budget will serve the broadest range of people, with a push for technology, national security and debt balance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Premier Cho Jung-tai announced that next year's general budget would accelerate AI policies while aiming to balance fiscal discipline with national security. Taiwan-Japan semiconductor cooperation will also be strengthened through joint development.
Facts
The next fiscal year's central government general budget will achieve fiscal balance.
台積電's investment in its second Kumamoto wafer fab will exceed US$25.89 billion.
The Ministry of Economic Affairs is piloting the Taiwan-Japan Joint R&D Program.
Was the yen's 5% surge merely a flash in the pan? Analysts reveal its biggest fatal flaw
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
In an unprecedented move, the United States jointly intervened in currency markets with Japan, briefly sending the yen up 5%. Many say the gains will not last without a change in policy fundamentals.
Companies mentioned：UBS、ING、HSBC、Peterson Institute for International Economics
U.S. stocks open higher as U.S.-Iran tensions ease and oil falls below $80
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Oil prices fell as tensions between the United States and Iran eased, while U.S. stocks rose sharply. Semiconductor stocks, however, declined, and currency and bond markets also fluctuated.
佳必琪 will increase its stake in 崧騰 by up to 10% within a year, paying no more than NT$60 per share, with a total investment capped at NT$423 million. The move aims to strengthen asset allocation in the AI and electric vehicle supply chains.
South Korean central bank buys gold amid market downturn, adding to holdings for the first time in 13 years!
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
South Korea's central bank has resumed gold purchases for the first time in 13 years, responding to geopolitical risks and the trend toward de-dollarization by increasing gold's share of foreign exchange reserves. The move carries considerable significance as a signal.
Disposition period shortened; first OTC-listed stock under new rules set to exit restrictions early on Aug. 10
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan's stock exchange and over-the-counter market revised their trading disposition system for the first time in 30 years, shortening the disposition period. 旭然 became the first stock subject to the new rules and will be released early on Aug. 10. The aim is to improve market liquidity.
Old-system labor pension welcome to 'go new'! Experts offer tax-filing tips: 3 tax benefits for workers exclusively under the old system who make voluntary contributions
'Buffett Indicator' surges past 230%, flashing a red alert: Is the U.S. stock market really headed for a crash?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The “Buffett Indicator” reached a historic high of more than 230%. This suggests U.S. stocks are highly valued and has heightened investor wariness. Buffett himself has not predicted a crash, but the outlook for long-term returns calls for caution.
July semiconductors: AI demand drives global price surge, with foundry and memory prices rising in tandem
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Driven by rising AI demand, global semiconductor sales exceeded $120 billion in May 2026. 台積電 and Samsung have successively raised prices, while memory products continue to see increases in both volume and prices. This points to structural changes in the semiconductor industry.
Lai Ching-te: 'Long-Term Care 3.0' will include people with disabilities who need assistance with daily functioning among those eligible for services starting this year
As U.S. debt hits a record high, Bessent turns to yen-market intervention to address the crisis
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. debt has reached $39.84 trillion, and interest payments now exceed the defense budget. Treasury Secretary Bessent is seeking to stabilize markets through intervention to strengthen the yen. This is a strategic measure to defend the U.S. Treasury market.
Coretronic bought back 4,436 treasury shares over 2 trading days at an average price of NT$84.35 per share
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Coretronic spent NT$374 million to buy back 4,436 treasury shares over 2 trading days at an average price of NT$84.35, completing 44% of the buyback plan. The shares will be transferred to employees, reflecting the company’s confidence in the future.
Taiwan stocks fell 6.5% in July as risk premiums were priced in; AllianceBernstein identifies key reasons for resilient fundamentals
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan stocks fell 6.5% in July, but AllianceBernstein said their underlying strength remains intact and that investment value has emerged as valuations normalized. It recommended active management.
A major order ahead of Xi Jinping’s U.S. visit! China buys a million tons of U.S. soybeans in one go
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
A Chinese state-owned company bought about 1 million tons of U.S. soybeans. The purchase comes ahead of President Xi Jinping's visit to the United States, with falling prices and expectations that a trade agreement will be fulfilled among the factors behind it.
〈Taiwan dollar〉Stocks and foreign exchange move in opposite directions! Plunges 1.46 jiao but holds the NT$32.5 level; intraday range nears 3 jiao
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan stocks rebounded by more than 260 points, but the New Taiwan dollar fell 1.46 jiao amid foreign fund outflows. The central bank intervened to defend the 32.5-yuan level. Market volatility was intense, leaving it the weakest currency in Asia.
Tourist spending by visitors to Taiwan rose one-tenth in 2025; U.S. visitors led with average daily spending of $242
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan received 8.57 million visitors in 2025, and tourism spending rose 10.02% year over year, with U.S. visitors recording the highest average daily spending. This points to a shift toward higher-quality tourism and a more diverse market, with important economic implications.
Trump calls off attack, U.S.-Iran talks resume! Dow futures surge more than 500 points as oil prices plunge
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
President Trump called off an attack on Iran and announced the resumption of U.S.-Iran talks. Easing market tensions sent stocks higher and oil prices tumbling. The decline in geopolitical risk had a positive impact on financial markets.
Foreign investors shift to net selling of NT$18.7 billion; short futures positions top 90,000 contracts for the first time as they target 2 groups, dumping 150,000 shares
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Foreign investors sharply increased short positions in Taiwan stocks and sold shares including 聯電 and 力積電, while buying heavily into ETFs as a hedge, signaling doubts about a market rebound. Investment trusts continued to add positions, highlighting a clear divide between bulls and bears.
Warsh’s silence sparks credibility crisis; traders fear U.S. Treasury yields could enter a “spiral upward”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Fed Chair Warsh's ambiguous response to inflation has undermined market confidence, sending U.S. long-term interest rates soaring. Investors are wary of risk, and turmoil is spreading through bond markets.
The Taipei Exchange announced that 3 major reforms to trading measures for disposition stocks will take effect on Aug. 10, 115, including shorter restriction periods, more frequent matching and revised price-spread standards for high-priced stocks, to improve market liquidity and investor rights.
Don’t bet on the wrong direction! Fed’s No. 3 official warns: rate hikes will come without hesitation if necessary
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
New York Fed President Williams warned that the Fed would not hesitate to raise interest rates if inflation fails to reach its 2% target. He also pointed to increased demand from AI investment as a factor driving prices higher.
Will Taiwan follow the U.S. and South Korea with “circuit breakers”? 證交所 says it is not considering them; these 2 mechanisms are enough to cool and stabilize the market
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan’s stock exchange said it is not considering adopting U.S.- and South Korean-style circuit breakers, saying the existing 10% price fluctuation limit and intraday stabilization measures are sufficient. The move aims to steady market confidence and clear up media misunderstandings about the margin maintenance ratio.
日本央行 data show Japan may have spent about $34 billion intervening in currency markets last Friday
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
日本央行 deployed about $34 billion last Friday to intervene in currency markets and curb the yen's decline. The move was part of coordinated U.S.-Japan action aimed at restraining speculative moves amid the yen's rapid depreciation.
Tachikawa City's drone school where りんごちゃん came for a free trial [August only]: ドローンスクールコモンズ立川立飛, featured on TV, launches a special summer campaign｜National drone certification for 200,000 yen; free trial sessions now available
世界ゆるスポーツ協会 has developed 3 sports: “コメディ,” “ミツバッチビー” and “バレーボム.” Designed for use in corporate training and sports festivals, they are attracting attention as safe sports that everyone can enjoy.
Drone school ドローンスクールコモンズ立川立飛校, where りんごちゃん came for a free trial [limited period in August; completely free], begins offering drone building inspections, infrared surveys, repair plans and color simulations｜株式会社エーアールエー
T League will present a special segment on a radio program on 文化放送. Players including 有延大夢 will appear to share the appeal of table tennis, with the aim of expanding its fan base.
Shinker Co., Ltd. signs official marketing sponsorship agreement with T League team 静岡ジェード—supporting the development of regional sports and the revitalization of Shizuoka—
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Shinker, a digital marketing company in Shizuoka Prefecture, has signed a sponsorship agreement with 静岡ジェード of the T League. The company will support the development of regional sports and the revitalization of Shizuoka.
[2026 Edition] Seminar on Customer Acquisition Strategies Connecting the Physical and Digital Worlds
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The 2026 edition of the “Seminar on Customer Acquisition Strategies Connecting the Physical and Digital Worlds” will be held online for free. The seminar offers strategies for sustaining and leveraging in-person interactions through digital channels, making it important for small and midsize businesses and store owners.
[ファボーレ富山] A limited-time gathering of Kanazawa’s longtime favorites!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
3 long-established Kanazawa shops will set up limited-time stores at ファボーレ富山. They will sell traditional sweets and tsukudani, sharing local flavors with the rest of Japan.
[Schedule announced] Briefing on the survey into document and data management and the use of generative AI by local governments, to be held on August 5 (Wed.)—Will knowledge “disappear” with staff transfers or be “passed on”?
WOWOW to broadcast 聖飢魔Ⅱ’s “SEASON Ⅱ” 大黒ミサ tour live exclusively! The concert will be featured in a September broadcast and streaming lineup alongside 4 past live shows!
Ministry of Economic Affairs says “台糖 was not required to report the tainted oil” and warns against taking the issue too far; prosecutors’ office director counters: reporting is a legal duty
Did 台糖 have a duty to report? NTU public health professor explains the law is “not that simple”; the Ministry of Health and Welfare’s interpretation is not the only possibility
Siemens and NVIDIA are working together to strengthen autonomous verification capabilities for AI agents in EDA design. The effort will sharply cut design verification time and improve chip development efficiency.
Chunghwa Precision Test Tech’s July revenue hits a record NT$615 million, up nearly half year over year! Agentic AI boosts its dual GPU and ASIC growth engines, underpinning full-year momentum
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Chunghwa Precision Test Tech’s July revenue reached NT$615 million, up 49.9% year over year and setting a record. Driven by demand for AI and high-performance computing, its GPU and ASIC testing businesses are expected to support growth for the full year, underscoring its leading position in advanced chip testing.
擷發科 targets southern Taiwan’s AI opportunities! AIVO enters semiconductor workplace safety and rail transit, supports NVIDIA, Intel and Arm, and aims to deliver results in the second half
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
擷發科技 has launched its Greater Southern Taiwan AI strategy, using its AIVO platform to enter semiconductor workplace safety and smart transportation. It supports multiple chip architectures, including those from NVIDIA, Intel and Arm, and expects to show tangible results in the second half of 2026, strengthening its edge AI commercialization strategy.
Commercial real estate in Beijing and Shanghai dumped at half price! Hsieh Chin-ho reveals private equity funds have “changed tack” and are buying property in this country
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Foreign private equity funds KKR and AEW sold Chinese commercial real estate for less than half its value and redirected the proceeds to Japanese property. This signals declining confidence in China's economy and renewed interest in the Japanese market.
Companies mentioned：KKR、AEW Capital Management、PAG、浦發銀行、黑石集團
AI materials buying boom erupts across the board! 崇越’s Q2 revenue tops NT$20 billion for the first time, with EPS of NT$7.92 setting records
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Driven by expanding AI and HPC demand, 崇越科技's revenue in Q2 2026 exceeded 20 billion yuan for the first time, while EPS hit a record 7.92 yuan. Rising demand for materials and overseas expansion were key growth drivers.
Blue camp’s “two suns” reportedly spark “chemistry”! Huang Yang-ming reveals Chiang Wan-an’s real role: saving Lu Hsiu-yen in 2028
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an’s frequent political moves are seen as forming a strategic partnership with Taichung Mayor Lu Hsiu-yen. Media personality Huang Yang-ming said the two have developed “chemistry,” with Chiang playing the role of political kingmaker to save Lu in 2028, a key factor in the Blue camp’s strategy.
Will EZ Way be returned to public ownership? Customs Administration clarifies the “director general’s actual remarks”: influencers and media may have misunderstood
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Ministry of Finance’s Customs Administration clarified that it has no plan to bring the EZ Way app back under public ownership and that the director general’s remarks were misunderstood. It stressed that paper authorization remains an option and that personal information is protected, so the public need not be overly concerned.
Taiwan stock investors take note! 證交所 revises rules for disposition stocks; new system takes effect Aug. 10
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Taiwan Stock Exchange revised its disposition-stock system, introducing shorter disposition periods and more frequent trading executions from Aug. 10. The changes aim to improve market efficiency and transparency.
Is Aung San Suu Kyi still alive? Photo of her cutting a birthday cake under house arrest emerges; supporters urge Myanmar government to release her immediately
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Myanmar pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi met with the International Committee of the Red Cross for the first time since the 2021 coup, confirming that she is alive. Supporters and human rights groups are demanding her immediate release.
Convicted after withdrawing money from his deceased mother’s account! Lawyer shares “2 ideas about inheritance” that many people never understand in their lifetime
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A father and child who withdrew 2.06 million yen in deposits immediately after the mother's death were convicted of document forgery. A lawyer stressed that an inheritance is jointly owned by the heirs and urged caution.
No. 10 among the world’s top 20 travel destinations! The Times recommends must-visit cities for November; Kaohsiung is the only Taiwanese city on the international list.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Kaohsiung ranked 10th in The Times' “20 global destinations to visit in November,” becoming the only Taiwanese city on the list. Its warm climate and diverse tourist attractions were cited.
Lee Chuan says “some people choose to complain”; Su Chiao-hui’s campaign office fires back: Can’t municipal shortcomings be scrutinized?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
KMT candidate Lee Chuan said “some people choose to complain,” drawing a sharp response from DPP candidate Su Chiao-hui’s campaign office, which accused him of evading municipal shortcomings and cited issues including grass growing in drainage ditches and leaks at the Taipei Dome, highlighting the focus of the election dispute.
From carbon footprint labels to local carbon emission factors, Taichung City is building low-carbon competitiveness for agricultural products through carbon information disclosure.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Taichung City Government's Agriculture Bureau is promoting carbon-footprint labels for agricultural products and the development of local emission factors. The effort aims to meet global demand for decarbonization and strengthen the agricultural sector's low-carbon competitiveness.
Patrol Vessel 七 sets sail to patrol the Pacific high seas. Kuan Bi-ling: Protecting fishing rights and combating IUU fishing demonstrate Taiwan’s influence.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Coast Guard Administration's 巡護七号 began fisheries monitoring duties on the high seas in the Pacific. Chairwoman Kuan Bi-ling highlighted the protection of fishing rights and international cooperation, underscoring Taiwan's contribution to ocean affairs.
Sanyi Shuangtan Care Station celebrates Father’s Day; Chung Tung-chin cuts cake and sings folk songs with seniors.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Shuangtan Community Care Center in Sanyi Township, Miaoli County, held a Father's Day event attended by County Magistrate Chung Tung-chin. The county plans to establish a “Dementia Home” as part of its efforts to address dementia.
“Love Nantou” premarital education growth camp combines travel experiences with a leisurely tour of Nantou for a happy new beginning.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Nantou County held “Love Love Nantou,” an event combining premarital education and tourism for unmarried young people. It aims to foster views on love and a sense of responsibility through nature experiences while revitalizing the local community.
With Taichung at its core, central Taiwan aims to become a global hub for the unmanned vehicle industry.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Legislative Yuan’s Economics Committee led a delegation to inspect the development of unmanned vehicles at AIDC and the National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology. Taichung Deputy Mayor Cheng Chao-hsin advocated making Taichung the core of an effort to turn central Taiwan into a global hub for the unmanned vehicle industry, citing the advantages of a complete industrial cluster and supply chain.
The population of Yunlin’s High-Speed Rail Special District surpasses 9,300, and the county government establishes a high school! Chang Li-shan: Fulfilling our responsibility for education and urban development.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Yunlin County is partnering with 国立台湾師範大学 to establish a new high school in the High-Speed Rail Special District. The project aims to address population growth and educational disparities and contribute to regional development.