Ministry of Economic Affairs aims to push Taiwan’s semiconductor output above NT$8 trillion and domestic equipment output past NT$270 billion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
SEMICON Taiwan 2026 opened, with the Industrial Development Administration of the Ministry of Economic Affairs announcing a target of NT$8 trillion for Taiwan’s semiconductor output this year and projecting domestic equipment output to exceed NT$270 billion. Taiwan and Germany also signed an MOU to deepen cooperation in the semiconductor supply chain.
Facts
Taiwan’s semiconductor industry aims to exceed NT$8 trillion in output this year
Domestic semiconductor equipment output is expected to exceed NT$270 billion this year
The Industrial Development Administration of the Ministry of Economic Affairs has assisted 84 chip design and semiconductor equipment companies
均華精密 develops the industry’s first panel-level advanced packaging die-bonding equipment
TEEIA and Germany’s Silicon Saxony sign semiconductor equipment cooperation MOU
Delivery rider on scooter mistakenly enters roadway at Taoyuan airport terminal; aviation police issue fine
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A delivery rider mistakenly entered a restricted area at Taoyuan International Airport after relying too heavily on navigation and was stopped and fined by the Aviation Police Bureau.
GMI Cloud secured one of Asia’s first large-scale computing-power financing deals, arranged by CTBC Bank, with a total amount of up to NT$40 billion. 輝達 is providing a guarantee by leasing the remaining computing capacity, demonstrating an innovative financing model for AI hardware.
Companies mentioned：GMI Cloud、輝達、中國信託銀行、Fireworks AI
Pingtung monitoring station records Taiwan’s highest August rainfall at 1,749.5 millimeters; county government strengthens flood control resilience
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Rainfall at a monitoring station in Pingtung County hit a record 1,749.5 millimeters in August, far above average. The county government will combine engineering works with smart monitoring to strengthen flood resilience amid extreme weather.
Facts
A Pingtung monitoring station recorded 1,749.5 millimeters of rainfall in August, the highest in Taiwan.
The historical average annual rainfall at the Pingtung monitoring station is about 2,175 millimeters; the total had reached 3,555 millimeters by the end of August this year.
The Pingtung County Government will establish a multilayered protection system based on “flood-control engineering, smart monitoring, real-time alerts and early response.”
U.S. and Australia pledge NT$18.3 billion for Pacific island nations; Taiwan’s invitation to forum draws attention
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The United States and Australia announced $580 million in aid for Pacific island nations to counter China’s influence. Taiwan’s invitation to attend the Pacific Islands Forum has drawn attention from all sides.
Facts
Australia and the United States announced a joint contribution of $580 million to aid Pacific island nations.
U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Landau announced the news while attending the Pacific Islands Forum in Palau.
The United States will allocate $60 million to help island nations address the energy crisis.
Australia will provide A$600 million to combat drug smuggling.
The Pacific Islands Forum meeting opened on Aug. 30 and will run through Sept. 4.
Fisheries Agency recommends grilled fresh eel slices, with a range of Taiwanese, Japanese and Korean flavors
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Fisheries Agency of the Ministry of Agriculture is promoting domestic seafood for the Mid-Autumn Festival, proposing new ways to prepare eel and diversified market development.
U.S. backs Taiwan’s participation in Pacific Islands Forum; 林佳龍 welcomes expanded cooperation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The U.S. State Department supports Taiwan's participation in the PIF and recognizes Taiwan's contributions in Palau. In response, Minister Lin Chia-lung welcomed expanded cooperation through Taiwan-U.S. diplomatic strategy.
Facts
The U.S. State Department strongly supports Taiwan’s continued participation in the Pacific Islands Forum
The U.S. State Department mentioned Taiwan’s participation in Palau’s regional development plan
Minister 林佳龍 welcomes Taiwan-U.S. cooperation to promote regional prosperity
Taiwanese companies’ U.S. investment gathers pace; minister says an additional $20 billion added in the past 3 months
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A review by the Ministry of Economic Affairs shows that Taiwanese companies’ investment in the United States is gathering pace, with businesses adding $20 billion in investment beyond their existing $35 billion plans. The trend reflects strong growth in demand for AI and semiconductors.
Huang Kuo-chang thanks Lin Wei-chou for working for Zhubei; will continue to push for euthanasia legislation in new session
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan People’s Party Chair Huang Kuo-chang clarified that there is no consensus on a blue-white alliance for the Zhubei mayoral election, stressing that the party will continue to push bills on euthanasia and transport reform.
Public Construction Commission: Central Taiwan briefing on Procurement Act; support for abolishing reserve prices and the 3-bidder rule
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Public Construction Commission held a briefing on amendments to the Procurement Act, with participants supporting the abolition of the 3-bidder requirement and the reserve price system. Chen Wei-hsiang stressed the need to balance fraud prevention with efficiency, and said the amendments would be announced again at the end of the year.
Keelung’s Badouzi “Seal Rock” appears to have been severed by waves; city hopes to use it for environmental education
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Keelung’s Badouzi “Seal Rock” appears to have been severed by waves. The city government has temporarily suspended its review for designation as a natural monument for safety reasons, and hopes to turn this natural change into material for environmental education.
Fan Shao-hsun joins food truck trend, praises Korean chef Jung Ji-sun for deftly handling a suckling pig
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Actor Fan Shao-hsun took part in the cooking reality show “Fire Up the Kitchen,” touring Taiwan with Korean chef Jung Ji-sun. The show showcased culinary exchange and interaction, highlighting the use of local ingredients and authentic street-food face-offs.
張啓楷 aims to make Chiayi City more livable and happy; 王美惠 to build an all-ages care system
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan People’s Party’s 張啓楷 and Democratic Progressive Party’s 王美惠 registered on the 2nd as candidates for Chiayi mayor. 張啓楷 put forward 4 core policy proposals and called for a debate, while 王美惠 emphasized an all-ages care system and said she would retain the right to decide on a debate.
Taiwan dollar falls 9.5 cents to close at NT$31.728
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Taiwan dollar closed at NT$31.728 against the U.S. dollar on the 2nd, down 9.5 cents. Market turnover totaled US$2.858 billion, with notable intraday fluctuations.
Facts
The Taiwan dollar fell 9.5 cents against the U.S. dollar that day.
Turnover in the Taipei foreign exchange market totaled US$2.858 billion.
The Taiwan dollar’s highest exchange rate against the U.S. dollar that day was NT$31.65.
The Taiwan dollar’s lowest exchange rate against the U.S. dollar that day was NT$31.804.
China to host APEC for the 3rd time; cross-strait interactions affected by political climate
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
China is hosting APEC 2026, and the political climate is affecting Taiwanese officials’ participation. Labor Minister 洪申翰 will travel to Nanjing for the meeting, with attention focused on China’s political framework for Taiwan’s participation.
DPP: Taiwan is an APEC member; 洪申翰’s attendance at meeting in China is entirely proper
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Labor Minister 洪申翰 will travel to China to attend the APEC meeting, while China reiterated that it would handle the matter according to the “one-China principle.” The Democratic Progressive Party responded that Taiwan is a full member and that its attendance is entirely proper.
Facts
China's Taiwan Affairs Office claimed that Taiwan's participation in APEC would be handled in accordance with the "One China principle" and the APEC memorandum.
Chen Ying calls on Wu Xiuhua to explain alleged farm road corruption case; Wu says she has never acted illegally
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Registration opened for the Taitung County magistrate election. DPP candidate Chen Ying questioned KMT candidate Wu Xiuhua over an alleged farm road corruption case; Wu stressed that she had done nothing illegal.
穎崴: Not sitting out CPO wafer testing, more than 10 projects underway
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
穎崴科技 disclosed its progress in CPO wafer testing at SEMICON Taiwan, with more than 10 projects underway. The company expects CPO technology to enter low-volume production as early as the second half of 2027.
Facts
穎崴 has more than 10 CPO-related projects underway.
Low-volume CPO production is expected to begin in the second half of 2027 at the earliest.
The standard lead time for testing has extended to 13 to 14 weeks due to the larger packaging of AI chips.
穎崴 began laying the groundwork for CPO-related technology in 2019.
Nanya Technology's August revenue climbed to NT$44.6 billion, setting a new record
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Nanya Technology's August revenue reached NT$44.69 billion, a new record and an annual increase of 560.85%. Strong market demand and the start of new contracts drove the performance.
Southeast Asia Finance / GIS-KY approves capital expenditure budgets for 英特盛科技 and its Vietnam subsidiary
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
GIS-KY approved NT$3.397 billion in capital expenditure to build capacity for new products. The investment covers 英特盛科技 and its Vietnam subsidiary, reflecting the company's expanded manufacturing footprint in Southeast Asia.
Facts
GIS-KY's board approved a total of NT$3.397 billion in additional capital expenditure budgets for subsidiary 英特盛科技 and its Vietnam subsidiary.
The capital expenditure is primarily intended to meet demand for capacity to produce new products.
GIS-KY added a production base in Vietnam in 2025.
GIS-KY's July revenue was NT$4.081 billion, down 24.68% year over year.
Companies mentioned：GIS-KY、英特盛科技、GIS Technology (Vietnam) Company Limited
Lin Guozhang and fellow party candidates join a land-based dragon boat activity as they register for the Yilan County magistrate race
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Lin Guozhang, the DPP candidate for Yilan County magistrate, completed his election registration. He showcased a united front by taking part in a land-based dragon boat activity and outlined a governing goal of providing support for people of all ages.
Yi Feng sesame oil fails benzo[a]pyrene test; FDA says testing needed to determine whether problematic ingredient came from 福壽
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Yongli Oil Factory in New Taipei City voluntarily reported that benzo[a]pyrene levels in Yi Feng Premium Sesame Oil exceeded the limit. The company suspects the issue stemmed from 福壽 sesame oil ingredients; the relevant authorities have sealed the products and are testing them.
Facts
The company reported that the product contains 福壽 100% sesame oil ingredients
The health bureau ordered the company to complete the removal and recall of the products by noon on September 1
Affected products include Jin Hulu Premium Sesame Oil and Hao Shi Lai Stone-Milled Sesame Oil
Taoyuan adds 2 Taoyuan Shuttle routes linking Dayuan and the high-speed rail station; free rides with the city card
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taoyuan City has added 2 Taoyuan Shuttle routes linking Dayuan and the high-speed rail station. The move aims to strengthen local public transport services and offer free rides to holders of the city card.
Taiwanese man collapses while climbing Mount Fuji, dies after being taken to hospital
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A 44-year-old Taiwanese man surnamed Kuo suddenly collapsed near the 8th station while climbing Japan's Mount Fuji. Staff at a mountain hut helped transport him down the mountain, and he was pronounced dead after being rushed to hospital. Japanese police initially believe he may have died from an illness.
"A Useful Ghost" nominated for Busan's main competition; "Flower-Faced Cat" selected for Midnight Passion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwanese films have earned recognition at the Busan Film Festival, with "A Useful Ghost" nominated for the main competition and several other works selected.
Shen Wencheng revives fishing show, teams up with KID and influencer ELI to seek elusive fish
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Shen Wencheng has relaunched the show "寶島漁很大," bringing KID and ELI together as co-hosts from different generations. The show ventures into remote locations to pursue elusive fish, combining fishing competitions with food experiences.
DPP's Wu Yuqin registers for Lucao Township chief race; independent Huang Xuankai also completes registration
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
In the Lucao Township chief election in Chiayi County, the DPP has nominated Wu Yuqin to face independent Huang Xuankai. Both have completed registration, with the campaign focused on long-term care policies and local development.
Facts
Incumbent Lucao Township chief Yan Peiyu has given up seeking reelection
Wu Yuqin served 2 terms as a DPP at-large legislator
Residents aged 65 and older make up 31% of Lucao Township's population
Independent candidate Huang Xuankai lost the previous election by 89 votes
Huang Shijie registers for Taoyuan mayoral race, calls for the city to get moving; Chang San-cheng continues municipal schedule
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Huang Shijie officially registered to run for Taoyuan mayor, presenting several policy proposals on industry and healthcare while criticizing his rival Chang San-cheng. Chang's camp responded that municipal affairs remain the priority.
Lai Ching-te: Monthly NT$5,000 growth allowance for ages 0 to 18 to launch next year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
President Lai Ching-te announced that the "0-to-18 Growth Allowance" will be introduced next year, paying NT$5,000 per month. The policy combines tuition subsidies, housing allowances and commuting discounts to promote equal access to education and ease the burden on families.
Facts
The "0-to-18 Growth Allowance" is expected to begin distribution next year
Each person can receive NT$5,000 per month under the "0-to-18 Growth Allowance"
The central government is making high school and vocational school tuition free for all students
Students at private universities and colleges will receive NT$35,000 in annual tuition and miscellaneous-fee subsidies
On-campus university residents who are general students will receive a NT$5,000 subsidy
Taiwanese pair defeats world champions; mixed doubles duo Liu Kuang-heng and Hsu Yin-hui advance at badminton Masters
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwanese mixed doubles pair Liu Kuang-heng and Hsu Yin-hui pulled off an upset against the world champions at the China Masters, advancing to the next round.
"Saint Seiya" creator sues former employee for embezzlement, seeks ¥570 million
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Japanese manga artist Masami Kurumada sued his former manager and the manager's relatives at the Tokyo District Court for allegedly embezzling funds, seeking about ¥2.89 billion (about NT$570 million).
High oil prices and bond-market rout weigh on Nikkei, which plunges 2.85%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
U.S. airstrikes on Iran drove up international oil prices, while rising government bond yields and inflation concerns sent Tokyo’s Nikkei index down 2.85% at the close.
Venice Film Festival opens; George Clooney to receive lifetime achievement award
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Venice Film Festival opened in grand style on the Lido, with George Clooney receiving a lifetime achievement award. The festival runs through September 12 and will screen several films about legendary figures, along with standout independent films.
Chen Ting-fei registers to run for Tainan mayor; Hsieh Lung-chieh completes registration for new legislative session
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chen Ting-fei registered to run for Tainan mayor, advocating women’s leadership; Hsieh Lung-chieh completed registration for the legislative session and said a policy white paper would be released.
Changhua takes over international humanitarian relief rotation, demonstrating firefighters’ strong capabilities
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Changhua County Fire Department will serve as the international humanitarian relief rotation team for September and October. NAP certification and mobilization drills will ensure it is ready to respond to disasters at home and abroad.
Kaohsiung announces third-quarter land auction; 9 residential lots to be auctioned on 9/16
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Kaohsiung City Land Administration Bureau announced its third-quarter land auction, with 7 lots comprising 9 parcels of residential, commercial and other land. The lots, worth about 1.52 billion yuan in total, will go to auction on Sept. 16.
Facts
Kaohsiung’s third-quarter land auction will offer 9 residential lots in 7 offerings.
The total reserve price for this land auction is 1,521,076,133 yuan.
Typhoon Saudel re-forms over the South China Sea 32 hours after being discontinued; heavy rain expected in Guangdong and Fujian
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Typhoon Saudel strengthened again over the South China Sea after being discontinued, threatening to bring heavy rain to southern China and Fujian. This is an extremely rare case of a storm being reinstated after 2000, and authorities have activated emergency response measures.
Two major population shifts in 2027; number of 18-year-olds falls below 200,000 for the first time
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The National Development Council released its latest population projections, warning that Taiwan will face two major shifts in 2027: a super-aged population and a sharp decline in the number of students entering school. The long-term drop in student numbers will affect the education system and the pool of higher education applicants.
Facts
Taiwan’s population aged 85 and older will exceed 500,000 in 2027.
The number of 18-year-olds in Taiwan, the typical age for university entry, will fall below 200,000 for the first time in 2027.
Taiwan’s total population will fall below 20 million in 2045.
Taiwan’s population aged 65 and older will peak at 7.71 million in 2050.
Bolsonaro Jr. acquitted over alleged illegal campaigning with deepfake video of his father
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Flavio Bolsonaro was accused of violating campaign rules by using deepfake technology to simulate his father’s image in campaign material, but was acquitted by the Superior Electoral Court. The court said the video aired before the election season.
Dadu-Hemei Bridge to open at the end of October, cutting travel time between the two areas to 3 minutes
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Dadu-Hemei Bridge, connecting Dadu in Taichung with Hemei in Changhua, is expected to open at the end of October, cutting travel time between the two areas to 3 minutes. The project, a joint effort by the Taichung City and Changhua County governments, cost 3.3 billion yuan and will improve regional traffic flow.
2 Turkish cargo ships collide in Sea of Marmara; 1 ship and 10 crew members missing
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Two Turkish cargo ships collided in the Sea of Marmara off Istanbul. The Tugberk Imamoglu and its 10 crew members are missing, and search and rescue operations are ongoing.
National Heritage Day: Kaohsiung offers heritage walks, exhibitions and immersive missions
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Kaohsiung City Cultural Affairs Bureau is holding a series of events for 2026 National Heritage Day under the theme “A Dialogue Between Old Bottles and New Wine,” using heritage walks and immersive experiences to promote cultural assets.
Ko Wen-je and Cheng Li-wun accompany Ann Kao to register for mayoral run; Chuang Ching-cheng to register on 9/3
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Ann Kao registered to run for Hsinchu mayor, accompanied by Ko Wen-je and Cheng Li-wun. DPP candidate Chuang Ching-cheng will register on the 3rd, while KMT candidate Ho Chih-yung is expected to register on the 4th, setting the field for the Hsinchu mayoral race.
Facts
Ann Kao registered to run for Hsinchu mayor, accompanied by Ko Wen-je and Cheng Li-wun.
Chuang Ching-cheng unveiled the campaign theme “A Happy New Process, Restarting Hsinchu.”
Ho Chih-yung is expected to register as a candidate on September 4.
Google expands Shilin AI infrastructure R&D center, its largest site outside the U.S.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Google announced an expansion of its AI infrastructure R&D center in Shilin, Taipei, increasing office space by 60%. Taiwan is Google’s largest hardware R&D base outside the U.S. and plays a key role in its AI computing capacity and ecosystem.
Chen Su-yue registers to run for Changhua County governor; Wei Ping-cheng says, “If Changhua wins, Taiwan wins”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
DPP legislator Chen Su-yue registered to run for Changhua County governor, promoting a vision of “Accelerating Changhua.” KMT candidate Wei Ping-cheng called for continuing Wang Hui-mei’s policies as he seeks victory.
Facts
Chen Su-yue unveiled a blueprint of 10 visions under the banner “Accelerating Changhua.”
Schools step up drug prevention as classes resume; Taiwan Alliance for Advancement of Youth Welfare urges attention to at-risk cases
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of Education is stepping up its anti-drug strategy for the new school year. Experts called for a response to borderline cases requiring early intervention.
農業部 amends the "Pilot Measures for Farmers' Occupational Accident Insurance," easing rules for people insured under National Health Insurance Category 3 to join farmers' occupational accident insurance.
Original農民參加農職保後兼職勞職保，農職保無需退保。
Farmers can be covered by both labor and farmers' occupational accident insurance at the same time.
Currently, 3萬9890 people are covered by farmers' occupational accident insurance as "National Health Insurance Category 3 insured persons."
Man found collapsed with no signs of life in a pavilion in Fengshan, Kaohsiung; prosecutors and police to conduct examination to determine cause of death
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Summary not yet available
Facts
The deceased was identified as a 60-year-old man surnamed 劉.
The family said they had not been in contact with 劉 for about 5 or 6 years.
Elderly miners seek higher condolence payments; New Taipei: Payments will continue
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The New Taipei City government will continue to distribute Mid-Autumn Festival condolence payments to elderly miners, while emphasizing that related old-age protections should be planned centrally by the government.
Seafood prices fluctuate ahead of Mid-Autumn Festival; clams and saury rise, tilapia falls
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Fisheries Agency released a report on seafood market conditions ahead of the Mid-Autumn Festival, showing prices for clams and saury rising while tilapia fell amid inspection concerns. Overall supply remains stable, and the public is urged to buy locally produced seafood with confidence.
Facts
The wholesale price of Taiwan tilapia fell nearly 15% from the same period last year.
Overall fishery product supply ahead of the Mid-Autumn Festival remained at around 260 metric tons.
Saury production through the end of August last year was 4.8萬 metric tons.
Passenger injured by fine needle hidden in commuter train seat; 台鐵 steps up inspections and cleaning
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台鐵 confirmed receiving a passenger's report of being pricked by a fine needle in a commuter train seat. The railway kept the evidence and helped the passenger seek medical care; police have applied to review surveillance footage, and 台鐵 will step up inspections and cleaning.
Facts
Rode 台鐵 commuter train 1252
At a little after around 8 p.m. last night
At Banqiao Station on the evening of September 1
A follow-up period of at least half a year to 1 year
Taiwan stocks fall 784 points, slipping below the 5-day moving average; 台積電 falls below quarterly moving-average support
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan stocks opened lower today and fluctuated downward, with the weighted index closing at 46164.72 points, down 784 points; 台積電 fell below quarterly moving-average support to close at 2385 yuan. Amid an MSCI adjustment and moves in international markets, the market saw a correction and catch-up declines; if trading volume contracts in September, sector rotation may be hard to come by.
What next after leaving office? 黃偉哲: No plans and no related inquiries received
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Tainan Mayor 黃偉哲 said during questioning at the city council that he has no plans yet for after leaving office and has received no related inquiries; his priority remains city affairs.
Facts
His 8 years in office have drawn both praise and criticism
Nantou County Magistrate 許淑華 registers to seek reelection; 温世政 leads running mates
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Nantou County Magistrate 許淑華 registered to seek reelection, aiming for a "13+1 grand slam"; Democratic Progressive Party candidate 温世政 accompanied candidates from townships and cities to register, projecting the image of a lead candidate bringing along running mates.
徐巧芯 says she consulted media figures on tainted oil case; Ministry of Justice: Completely baseless
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
KMT legislator 徐巧芯 accused senior Ministry of Justice officials of interfering in the tainted oil case. The ministry issued a statement strongly rejecting the accusation and clarifying its position.
Facts
徐巧芯 wrote on Facebook that senior Ministry of Justice officials had met with media figures to discuss the tainted oil case.
The Ministry of Justice issued a statement denying 徐巧芯's accusation.
The Ministry of Justice stressed that it does not interfere in, get involved in or direct individual cases.
The Ministry of Justice respects the Taichung District Prosecutors Office's investigation of the 中聯 oil products case.
Hepatitis C cluster at clinic infects 11; ordered to suspend operations and fined NT$300,000
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A hepatitis C cluster broke out at 安泰淞鶴診所 in New Taipei, with 11 confirmed cases. 疾管署 launched a retrospective epidemiological investigation, ordered the clinic to suspend operations and fined it NT$300,000.
China's June-August average temperature 0.9 degrees above normal, 4th highest for the period
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Data released by 中國氣象局 showed that the average temperature from June to August this year was 22.1 degrees Celsius, 0.9 degrees above the same period in a normal year and the 4th highest on record for the period. This summer saw an above-average number of typhoons form and make landfall, while rainfall in many areas set records or exceeded previous extremes.
Facts
0.9 degrees above average
Average temperature of 22.1 degrees Celsius
4th highest for the period on record
5 to 7 typhoons are expected to form
2 to 3 are expected to make landfall in China
Daily rainfall at 44 national weather stations exceeded historical records
Semiconductor exhibition opens; 吳志中: Taiwan connects with the world through technological strength
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The international semiconductor exhibition opened on September 2, with participation from a record 18 countries. Representatives from various countries emphasized their strong cooperation and partnerships with Taiwan in the semiconductor ecosystem.
清華大學 President 高為元 sparked controversy after traveling to the US to take part in another university's presidential selection following the renewal of his term. The university's supervisory committee passed 4 proposals seeking details about his leave, use of resources and who knew about the matter; the university denied covering anything up and said it would release information through the proper procedures after the transition between the outgoing and incoming administrations.
蔡英文 joins 童子瑋 to register, vows to light up the west coast; 謝國樑 promotes smart ocean city
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Keelung mayoral race is heating up, with candidate 童子瑋 registering alongside 蔡英文, while incumbent mayor 謝國樑 unveiled a vision for a smart city and responded to unusual comments on social media.
AI bubble concerns: Google vice president says infrastructure investment is justified
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Google Senior Vice President Vahdat cited data including double-digit growth in the search business to counter claims of an AI bubble, saying AI is generating real market demand and technological momentum.
Ho Hsin-chun registers for Taichung mayoral election accompanied by Tsai Chi-chang; Chiang Chi-chen accompanies KMT city councilors
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Key figures from the blue and green camps accompanied their respective candidates to register for the Taichung mayoral election, showcasing unity and campaign strategies.
National Day gala to be held in New Taipei on 10/9; free online ticket registration opens 9/5
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 115年 National Day gala will be held in New Taipei City on Oct. 9. Top artists from Taiwan and abroad, including Maki Ohguro, will perform, and tickets will be distributed online starting Sept. 5.
Facts
Free ticket registration on KKTIX opens at 1 p.m. on Sept. 5
Japanese singer Maki Ohguro will perform
The venue will have a seating capacity of more than 9000
SoftBank successfully tests a “flying base station,” with potential disaster applications
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
SoftBank successfully tested stratospheric platform station (HAPS) technology in Japan, with the goal of commercializing it in 2027. The technology could help address communication problems in disaster-hit and remote areas.
Venus and Spica to appear together on 9/3; best viewing after sunset
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Venus will be in conjunction with Spica on Sept. 3. The Taipei Astronomical Museum recommends viewing them low in the west-southwest after sunset that day.
September electronics futures fell, while financial futures rose
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
On the 2nd, Taipei stocks fell sharply, closing at 46164.72 points. Electronic futures fell while financial futures rose, moving in opposite directions.
Facts
Taipei stocks closed at 46164.72 points on the 2nd, down 784 points.
September electronic futures closed at 2926.55 points, down 78.45 points.
September financial futures closed at 3410.60 points, up 17.20 points.
Google vice president on subscribing to 聯發科 convertible bonds: an opportunity to invest in an excellent company
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Alphabet subscribed to US$3.9 billion in 聯發科 overseas convertible bonds, setting a Taiwan stock market record. Google Vice President Vahdat confirmed the investment at SEMICON Taiwan and emphasized the companies’ close cooperation in areas including AI infrastructure.
Facts
Alphabet subscribed to 聯發科 overseas convertible bonds (ECB).
聯發科's overseas convertible bonds were priced at a total of US$3.9 billion, equivalent to more than NT$120 billion.
NVIDIA and Alphabet took part in 聯發科's ECB issuance.
台積電 falls below its quarterly moving average as Taiwan stocks close down 784 points
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan stocks opened lower and continued to fall today, with the weighted index closing at 46164.72 points, down 784 points. 台積電 closed at its low of NT$2,385, falling below its quarterly moving average.
Fighting flares up again in the Middle East; Iran expands attacks on US interests in the region
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The US-Iran conflict has escalated, with Iran attacking US interests across the Middle East and vowing retaliation. The Iranian Red Crescent said a US military attack hit a wedding, killing 4 people. Jordan, Kuwait and Bahrain were among the locations targeted by missiles or drones. Trump warned of more intense strikes, while Iran's Revolutionary Guard retorted that Washington would regret it.
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causing 4 deaths
Intercepted 10 ballistic missiles launched from Iran
Another 3 missiles landed in remote areas
More than 50 people were injured
8 missiles were fired at our military base in Jordan
Dad dies, leaving NT$24 million in debt! Daughter panics: “Do I have to use my own money to pay it?” Lawyer explains solution: a mistake could mean paying out of pocket
Why is the vehicle fuel fee suddenly no longer called the vehicle fuel fee? 115-year bills renamed “road maintenance fees”; rates and payment dates explained
Want to leave your pension to specific family members? Lawyer says these 3 benefits cannot be freely distributed; make a mistake and you may not receive a cent
A chance encounter at a registration turns into a family reunion! Shen Boyang reveals how the 2 are connected; Lien Sheng-wen exclaims, “Now I feel bad criticizing him”
Latest closure and suspension notices for today, 9/3! Typhoon Sadler makes a comeback and takes a big turn: latest track revealed, with holiday information for all 22 counties and cities in Taiwan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
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Holiday information for all 22 counties and cities in Taiwan at a glance
If accumulated rainfall over the next 24 hours reaches 350 millimeters in low-lying areas
County and city governments usually make an announcement by 8 p.m. the previous evening
At the latest, it will be announced by 10 p.m. the previous evening
Health is the best sustainability asset! Nan Shan Life Insurance releases its 2025 Sustainability Report, turning policies into health savings and helping policyholders age on their own terms while weaving a social safety net
Chiang Wan-an announces his son will “decline the subsidy”; Wang Hong-wei calls out Su Chiao-hui: Will your younger sister return the NT$19.99 million in public funds?