North American Taiwan Drone Association brokers deal for Taiwan-made drones to be exported to the United States
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The North American Taiwan Drone Association and 新樂飛 signed an MOU to bring Taiwan’s non-China supply chain drones to the U.S. market and strengthen U.S.-Taiwan cooperation on drone technology.
Electricity rates frozen through year-end; 台電 forecast to lose more than NT$71.1 billion for the year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of Economic Affairs’ electricity rate review committee decided to temporarily freeze rates. 台電 is expected to post a loss of more than NT$71.1 billion for the year and will seek government budget support, with a comprehensive review scheduled for year-end.
President Lai promulgates this year’s central government budget, says personnel expenses should not be cut or frozen
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
President Lai Ching-te promulgated the central government’s 115-year budget, saying the Legislative Yuan should not cut personnel expenses. He also determined that expenditures carried out under the Budget Act before the budget was promulgated are lawful.
Facts
President Lai Ching-te promulgates the central government’s 115-year budget
Personnel expenses are statutory expenditures and should not be cut or frozen by the Legislative Yuan
The central government’s 115-year budget bill passed its third reading on Aug. 14
Before the general budget is promulgated, expenditures carried out by government agencies under Article 54 of the Budget Act are lawful
Hualien disaster prevention proposals: Chang Jun proposes accident insurance, Wei Chia-hsien smart disaster prevention, and Yu Shu-chen resilient Indigenous communities
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
On the eve of National Disaster Prevention Day, Hualien County commissioner candidates Chang Jun, Wei Chia-hsien and Yu Shu-chen put forward disaster prevention proposals covering county residents’ insurance, smart disaster prevention systems and resilience training for Indigenous communities.
Facts
Chang Jun proposed providing Hualien County residents with accident insurance coverage of up to NT$1 million.
Wei Chia-hsien plans to establish a dedicated disaster prevention unit spanning multiple departments.
Wei Chia-hsien’s campaign team plans to introduce a smart disaster prevention digital dashboard incorporating AI technology.
Yu Shu-chen proposed a 10-year development blueprint called the “Wanrong Hope Project.”
Yu Shu-chen emphasized introducing technology-based monitoring, satellite communications and disaster alerts in Indigenous languages.
上緯: Robots advance physical AI applications for end-customer services
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
上緯智聯科技 is expanding physical AI technology from industry into the service sector, with applications in finance, retail, telecommunications and real estate. It provides intelligent customer interaction services through generative AI and multimodal technology.
Facts
上緯智聯科技’s robot applications are moving from industry into the service sector.
上緯智聯 combines generative AI, multimodal perception technology and a robotics platform.
上緯智聯 worked with the consulting team at 柯南國際公司 to design service scenarios.
Taiwan travel fair opens in Bangkok; Mazu blessings and Taiwanese food attract Thai visitors
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan’s Tourism Administration held the “Taiwan Travel Fair 2026” in Bangkok, promoting travel to Taiwan through Mazu culture and food, with the goal of deepening the Thai independent travel market.
Tokyo’s Shinjuku Station tests robot trash bins in bid to ease cleaning staff workload
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
JR東日本 has begun trial operation of mobile robotic trash cans at Shinjuku Station in Tokyo. The trial will assess their performance in crowds and the efficiency of waste collection.
Facts
JR東日本 is trialing 3 autonomous mobile robot trash bins at Shinjuku Station.
The robot trash bins travel at a speed of 20 centimeters per second.
The trial will run through the end of November.
There are currently 7 sets of trash bins and recycling boxes in the JR東日本-operated area of Shinjuku Station.
Chunghwa Telecom completes fourth Taiwan-Matsu submarine cable at a cost of nearly NT$1.4 billion, builds three-route backup system
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
中華電信 invested nearly NT$1.4 billion to complete the fourth Taiwan-Matsu submarine cable and build a three-route backup system, significantly increasing communications capacity and resilience for outlying islands.
AI orders are booming at 緯創; Lin Hsien-ming urges caution: “Think about how to hit the brakes”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
緯創 Chairman Lin Hsien-ming said demand for AI orders remains strong. He stressed that as companies expand capacity, they must also manage risks and draw on Taiwan manufacturers’ core strengths of “trust” and “compliance” to meet international competition.
Facts
緯創 Chairman Lin Hsien-ming said AI-related orders are currently holding at high levels
Lin Hsien-ming said Taiwan manufacturers’ competitiveness lies in trust and compliance
Lin Hsien-ming said the industry should remain alert to risks as it expands
Lee Yang briefly denied entry at Asian Games; Foreign Ministry says it will continue to defend Taiwan’s rightful space for participation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Lee Yang, head of the sports ministry, was temporarily denied entry at the opening ceremony of the Nagoya Asian Games. He was allowed in following a protest by the delegation.
Nagoya Asian Games organizers blunder, play North Korean anthem at South Korean match
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
During a men’s field hockey preliminary-round match at the Nagoya Asian Games, organizers mistakenly played North Korea’s national anthem. They later apologized and corrected the error by playing South Korea’s anthem. The South Korean coach expressed displeasure.
Hsieh Tien-lin detained without visitors over alleged vote-buying; Ko Wen-je says justice must not apply double standards
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Changhua County Council Speaker Hsieh Tien-lin was detained over alleged vote-buying. Ko Wen-je told reporters that justice should not apply double standards and said he is currently campaigning in Chiayi.
Facts
Changhua County Council Speaker Hsieh Tien-lin was detained and barred from visits over alleged vote-buying.
Ko Wen-je campaigned for Chang Chi-kai in Chiayi City.
Ko Wen-je said justice should not apply double standards.
5 publications from the National Human Rights Museum win Taiwan Historical Documents Awards, covering research and biographies
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
5 publications from the National Human Rights Museum received awards from the Taiwan Historica, recognizing their contributions to preserving and promoting historical memory.
Electricity rates to remain unchanged; Executive Yuan urges Legislative Yuan to swiftly review supplementary budget to ease 台電’s burden
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The electricity rate review committee decided to seek NT$71.1 billion in government support and defer rate increases. The Executive Yuan urged the Legislative Yuan to pass the budget bill as soon as possible to ease 台電’s burden and stabilize prices.
Lin Chao-en sent to minors’ league to rest due to fatigue, skips start; Lin Yueh-ping considers replacement
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Uni-Lions pitcher Lin Chao-en showed signs of fatigue after starting for 4 consecutive weeks, so the team sent him down to the minors to rest. He is expected to return after his stint there ends. The coaching staff is discussing who will take his place in the rotation.
Facts
統一7-ELEVEn獅隊 sent Taiwanese starting pitcher Lin Chao-en down to the minors.
Lin Chao-en was sent down because starting for 4 consecutive weeks left him fatigued.
Lin Chao-en’s goal is to pitch 80 innings in a season.
Weiwuying Open House kicks off with 8th-anniversary exhibition
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Weiwuying will hold its 8th-anniversary Open House on Oct. 10, themed “Open Your Senses, Celebrate Together Through the Arts.” The program includes diverse performances across 4 major venues, 2 exhibitions and an outdoor music party. Tickets will be available from the 29th, showcasing the diversity of the arts.
Facts
Weiwuying will hold its 8th-anniversary Open House on Oct. 10.
The “Weiwuying Impressions” exhibition opens on the 18th.
The outdoor music party “Everyone’s Swing” begins at 6:20 p.m. on Oct. 10.
The exhibition “A Map That Leaps Out: The Roads of Taiwan Traveled by These Bodies” opens on Oct. 10.
Asian Games baseball showdown between Taiwan and South Korea begins Sept. 21; Taichung sports bureau to hold public screening
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Taichung City Sports Bureau will hold a public viewing for the Taiwan-South Korea baseball game at the 2026 Asian Games. The event aims to encourage residents to cheer on the team and build excitement in the community.
President Trump said the Iran war is at a critical moment and that he is weighing whether to take large-scale military action. He will meet with leaders of 6 Persian Gulf countries in New York on Sept. 22 to discuss next steps.
Facts
U.S. President Trump said the Iran war is at a critical moment and that a decision must be made on whether to launch large-scale attacks again.
The 6 Persian Gulf countries taking part in the talks are Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait and Oman.
Hot money flows back, lifting stocks and currency; Taiwan dollar surges more than 1.5 jiao intraday for 2nd straight gain
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwanese stocks and the Taiwan dollar both rose on relief following a U.S. rate hike. Foreign investors’ net buying, the 5th-largest on record, drove the market.
Facts
Taiwan stocks rose 892.75 points to close at 47180.75 points.
The Taiwan dollar closed at 31.808 yuan, up 7.3 fen.
Foreign investors' net purchases totaled NT$86.994 billion in a single day, the 5th-largest on record.
Presidential decree promulgates FY115 central government budget
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Legislative Yuan passed the FY115 central government budget, which was promulgated by presidential decree on Sept. 18. It was the latest passage of an annual budget on record, with a total of NT$48 billion cut.
Facts
The Legislative Yuan passed the FY115 central government budget in its 3rd reading on Aug. 14.
The review resulted in total cuts of NT$48 billion.
This was the latest passage of a central government budget in the history of the Republic of China.
Buying food for players, Keiichi Hirano: I want to be someone who looks after them
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chinatrust Brothers manager Keiichi Hirano bought food for the players with his own money before a game, showing the heartwarming tradition of veteran figures looking after those who follow them. The gesture was praised by players and seen as an investment in them.
Tang Prize laureate on education: Ackerman says young children should explore, not just sit exams
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Bruce Ackerman, the 7th Tang Prize laureate in the Rule of Law, said in Taipei that education should emphasize exploration and critical thinking among young children rather than just exams. He stressed the importance of constitutional and educational reform in safeguarding democracy.
Facts
The 7th Tang Prize in Rule of Law was awarded to Bruce Ackerman, a law professor at Yale University in the United States.
Bruce Ackerman argues that education should allow young children to explore a range of possibilities rather than focus solely on exams.
Ackerman cited France's 3-year early education program, which starts at age 3, as a success.
2 freight train derailments in 3 days on Taiwan Railways; staff disciplined for negligence
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan Railways had 2 freight train derailments in 3 days. The Chishang incident was confirmed to have resulted from human error, and disciplinary action will follow; the Pingtung case is under investigation. Taiwan Railways will step up evaluations of shunting operations and special inspections of vehicles.
Hung Shen-han to visit mainland China; Straits Exchange Foundation: Go safely, return safely
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Labor Minister Hung Shen-han will travel to Nanjing to attend the APEC Human Resources Development Ministerial Meeting. The Straits Exchange Foundation said it is an official trip and wished him a safe and smooth journey.
D-Link: Website hit by login verification attack; no major impact on company operations so far
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Networking brand D-Link was hit by an attack involving abnormal website logins. The company has activated its response mechanism and confirmed that operations are normal.
Chinese military generals purged; scholar says actual combat strength is below its apparent strength
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chinese military expert Ma Zhenkun said that while the modernization of the PLA's weapons and equipment has increased its apparent military strength, purges of senior generals have weakened its command and combat capabilities, leaving its actual strength below what it appears to be.
Taiwan stocks gain 995 points for the week; listed companies' total market value tops NT$154 trillion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Taiwan stock market rose 995.9 points this week, with its market value topping NT$154 trillion. Information services performed best, while semiconductors saw the highest trading activity.
Facts
Taiwan's benchmark market index closed at 47180.75 points on Friday, up 995.9 points, or 2.16%, for the week.
The latest total market value of listed companies was NT$154.3193 trillion, an increase of about NT$3.3 trillion from last week.
The information services index had the biggest weekly gain, rising 4.6%.
The textile and fiber index had the biggest weekly drop, falling 1.08%.
BOJ raises rate to 1.25%; governor says further consecutive or larger hikes remain possible
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Bank of Japan announced a 1-notch rate hike to 1.25%, the highest in 31 years. Governor Kazuo Ueda stressed that consecutive hikes or larger increases have not been ruled out, to ensure stable achievement of the 2% inflation target.
NTUST to use former campus of China University of Technology to build Taiwan's first campus microgrid
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
National Taiwan University of Science and Technology and Taipower are working together to build Taiwan's first campus microgrid at the Huaxia campus, balancing energy conservation with disaster prevention.
BOJ raises rate to 1.25%; yen falls past 157 per dollar to 2-week low
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Bank of Japan raised its policy rate to 1.25%. The yen briefly fell to the 157-yen level, its lowest in 2 weeks, while the Nikkei average rose by more than 1,300 yen.
Facts
The Bank of Japan raised its policy rate to 1.25%.
The yen briefly fell below 157 to the U.S. dollar.
2 of the 9 policy board members opposed the rate hike.
The Nikkei 225 briefly rose more than 1300 points.
Taiwanese businesses call for more cross-strait direct flight routes; Straits Exchange Foundation says it will convey their views
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwanese businesses in Shandong are seeking more direct flight routes across the Taiwan Strait, and the Straits Exchange Foundation has promised to convey their views.
Russian teacher filmed changes at schools during Russia-Ukraine war; documentary director shares harrowing first meeting
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
David Borenstein, director of the documentary “Mr. Nobody Against Putin,” visited Taiwan to discuss how the film was made. It reveals the state of Russian schools after the Russia-Ukraine war, has received Oscar recognition and is scheduled to open in Taiwan on Oct. 2.
Facts
“Mr. Nobody Against Putin” was co-directed by David Borenstein and Pavel Talankin.
Pavel Talankin secretly filmed patriotic education and military training in schools after Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022.
Pavel Talankin left Russia in 2024.
“Mr. Nobody Against Putin” won this year's Oscar for best documentary.
“Mr. Nobody Against Putin” opens in Taiwan on Oct. 2.
Wall Street Journal: Huang Renxun and other tech heavyweights reportedly lobby Trump to block AI regulation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang and other technology leaders lobbied Trump against an AI regulatory agency, arguing that existing laws are sufficient or that the industry should lead. Trump is skeptical of regulatory proposals and concerned they could weaken U.S. technology competitiveness.
Nagoya Asian Games opening ceremony: Chang Huan-yi and Huang Hsiao-wen to serve as Taiwan's flag bearers
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chang Huan-yi and Huang Hsiao-wen will carry Taiwan's flag at the Nagoya Asian Games opening ceremony. Both athletes have competed in the Asian and Olympic Games.
Crisp autumn weather: Xue Yang leads an exploration of the mountains and forests; talk at Sanxia's 甘樂文創 on the 20th
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The New Taipei City Government announced the launch of its 2026 autumn events, combining mountains, culture and food. It has invited mountain writer Xue Yang to give a talk promoting low-carbon travel.
Facts
Xue Yang previously worked as a co-screenwriter on the documentary film “The Soul of the Mountain.”
Activities include the “Smile Mountain Line Thru-Hike Treasure Hunt Stamp Rally” and green tourism itineraries.
The event encourages visitors to explore New Taipei with low-carbon travel by public transportation and on foot.
Su Tseng-chang’s shoulder-patting and other gestures spark debate; Lee Chuan says there was no ill intent.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Lee Chuan responded to the controversy over Su Tseng-chang patting his shoulder, saying there was no ill intent, and reiterated his policy positions on traffic and metro network construction in Xizhi.
Construction waste found at Civic Plaza project site; Taipei’s 新工處 investigates its source
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taipei City Councilor Hung Wan-chen said 2635 tons of construction waste were unearthed during road-widening work around Civic Plaza, with removal costs estimated at NT$13 million; Taipei’s 新工處 said it would determine the source and handle the matter in accordance with environmental regulations.
Proposed expansion of work hours for senior intercity bus drivers expected to take effect by year-end
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of Transportation announced a proposed legal amendment to ease working-hour restrictions for older drivers in the highway passenger transport industry. The aim is to address the driver shortage and secure transport capacity during peak hours.
Facts
The Ministry of Transportation plans to ease work-hour restrictions for older drivers in the intercity bus industry.
About 60 older drivers would be covered by the relaxation.
The intercity bus industry is short 734 drivers (as of April 115).
Article 52-1 of the Road Traffic Safety Rules will be amended to remove the time limit for reapplying for a professional driver’s license.
Zhuangwei Township chief Shen Ching-shan to run for county council; suspected vote-buying at banquet, released on NT$100,000 bail
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Yilan County’s Zhuangwei Township chief Shen Ching-shan is running for county council. Prosecutors ordered his release on NT$100,000 bail over suspected vote-buying at a banquet for village and neighborhood chiefs; fellow candidate Chang Chia-hao was also suspected of vote-buying by distributing gift boxes of alcohol, and prosecutors’ request for his detention was granted.
Lin Yueh-ping turns away after Chen Chieh-hsien’s error; says he left to make a call to change pitchers
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Uni-Lions player Chen Chieh-hsien made a crucial error that led to the team’s loss, and manager Lin Yueh-ping drew attention when he left the field. Lin clarified that he had gone to make a call to change pitchers.
Koo Chung-liang to attend Asian Games in Nagoya; High Court approves NT$500 million bond to lift travel restrictions
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The High Court allowed Koo Chung-liang to temporarily have his travel restrictions lifted after posting NT$500 million in bail for a public-interest activity related to Asian Games baseball.
Minimum wage study group: Adjustments must reflect CPI and the sharing of economic gains
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of Labor’s minimum wage review committee is set to convene. A study group recommends using the CPI as a reference for wage increases and taking differences in industrial development into account.
Tang Prize winners develop “living drug” to fight cancer; thank daring partners in science fiction
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 7th Tang Prize in Biopharmaceutical Science was jointly awarded to three immunotherapy experts. Their CAR-T therapy uses genetically engineered cells as “living drugs” that have successfully fought cancer, marking a major innovation in medicine.
Facts
The 7th Tang Prize in Biopharmaceutical Science was jointly awarded to Steven Rosenberg, Michel Sadelain and Carl June.
CAR-T therapy is an immunotherapy that uses genetic engineering to modify human cells and is known as a living drug.
Michel Sadelain was the first to report the therapeutic effect of CD19 CAR-T cells on leukemia.
“Tomorrow’s Memo” special exhibition: Dementia is like a typhoon—prepare in advance rather than trying to prevent it
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台灣失智症協會 is holding the “Tomorrow’s Memo” special exhibition, urging the public to prepare early for dementia care with a “typhoon preparedness” mindset, helping people with dementia retain choices in their lives.
Taiwanese companies expand presence at AI infrastructure summit and deepen partnerships with US cloud giants
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwanese companies expanded their presence at the AI infrastructure summit and deepened cooperation with US cloud giants. By establishing a presence in the US, they are working to shift from the consumer market to the enterprise AI market and strengthen their technological competitiveness.
Facts
Taiwanese companies had a larger exhibition presence at this year’s AI infrastructure summit than last year, and deepened cooperation with US technology giants.
Meta’s in-house AI accelerator chip MTIA uses a customized RISC-V processor core from 晶心科.
晶心科 established a US subsidiary in 2015.
創意電子 said the AI sector and major CSP clients account for a considerable share of its business.
School shooting in southern Philippines leaves at least 3 dead and 8 injured; 16-year-old suspect shoots himself
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A shooting took place at Banga National High School in South Cotabato province in the southern Philippines, leaving at least 3 people dead, including the 16-year-old suspect who shot himself, and 8 students injured. It was the country’s 3rd deadly school shooting since June.
Nagoya Asian Games opening nears; athletes decry chaos and say they cannot take it anymore
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Problems have mounted on the eve of the Nagoya Asian Games opening, with criticism of athletes’ accommodations and delays in shuttle services. Sensitive historical issues between South Korea and Japan have also prompted diplomatic protests.
Facts
The 20th Asian Games are set to take place in Nagoya and Aichi Prefecture.
Organizers did not build a traditional athletes’ village, instead housing athletes in hotels, modular units and cruise ships.
Chinese gymnast Zhang Boheng said he waited 6 hours after arriving and could not board the ship because of heavy rain.
South Korea protested to the Asian Games organizing committee after a staff member dressed as Toyotomi Hideyoshi appeared at a welcoming ceremony.
Typhoon Dujuan to turn north over the weekend; moisture to increase on the 20th, bringing isolated brief showers north of Taoyuan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Typhoon Dujuan is currently about 2100 kilometers east of Taiwan and is expected to turn north tomorrow or the following day. Moisture could bring brief showers north of Taoyuan on the 20th.
Facts
Typhoon Dujuan is currently over waters south of Japan, about 2100 kilometers east of Taiwan.
Typhoon Dujuan is expected to turn north tomorrow or the following day.
Isolated brief showers are expected north of Taoyuan on the 20th.
Isolated rain is possible along Keelung’s north coast and in Yilan on September 21 and 22.
Temperatures in flatland areas near the southern mountains could reach 36 degrees Celsius.
Xi Jinping to continue in office at 21st Party Congress; scholar says no signs of a successor so far
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
National Chengchi University’s Institute of International Relations held a symposium where scholar Wu Yu-shan analyzed the state of political succession in the Chinese Communist Party under Xi Jinping. He predicted Xi would remain in office and analyzed three possible models for future personnel arrangements.
Keiji Furuya rallies 50 lawmakers to visit Taiwan for Double Ten celebrations and continue deepening cooperation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Japan-Taiwan Diet Members’ Consultative Council plans to organize a 50-member delegation to attend Taiwan’s Double Ten National Day celebrations. Its chairman, Keiji Furuya, said Japan and Taiwan would continue to deepen cooperation and that the effort would not be affected by China’s sanctions.
Facts
The Japan-Taiwan Diet Members’ Consultative Council currently has 323 cross-party lawmakers as members
The Japan-Taiwan Diet Members’ Consultative Council aims to organize a delegation of 50 lawmakers to visit Taiwan for Double Ten National Day events
Taiwan’s donations following the Kumamoto earthquake have totaled more than 1.5 billion yen
Taiwan donated more than 20 billion yen after the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake
Athletes’ village flag-raising ceremony dispute resolved; Chen Shih-kuei: We upheld our dignity and principles
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
At the Nagoya Asian Games village opening ceremony, the Chinese Taipei Olympic Committee delegation engaged in forceful negotiations with the organizing committee over the entry ceremony for Sports Minister Lee Yang. They ultimately reached an agreement and completed the ceremony.
Tang Prize laureate Ge Zhaoguang hopes Sinology will be more diverse and open, like the infusion of frontier influences during the Tang dynasty
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Ge Zhaoguang, the 7th Tang Prize laureate in Sinology, called at the award ceremony for Sinology to pursue “diversity and openness” and respond to contemporary challenges through international dialogue. This reflects the Tang Prize’s core mission of promoting intellectual exchange across countries and disciplines.
A latest report dated September 18 on economic conditions in Southeast Asian countries. Trade negotiations, measures to stabilize energy prices, and financial cooperation are advancing across the region.
Facts
Thailand’s Gastech 2026 spurred more than $16 billion in commercial cooperation
Cambodia invested more than $400 million to stabilize oil and electricity prices
Myanmar's seafood export earnings reached $225 million in 5 months
China-ASEAN bilateral trade totaled $913.1 billion in 2025
The ringgit broke above the 3.20 level against the Singapore dollar
National Parks Administration's Marine National Park Headquarters joins forces with research institutions to build a marine conservation front line
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The National Parks Administration and research institutions signed a memorandum of understanding, combining efforts from industry, government and academia to conduct marine monitoring and train talent in Dongsha and the Four Southern Islands, protecting precious marine ecosystems.
Facts
Original內政部國家公園署海洋國家公園管理處與海生館、海洋中心、中山大學海科院簽署合作備忘錄
Dongsha Atoll has the most intact atoll in the western Pacific and Taiwan's largest seagrass bed
The Penghu Southern Four Islands are home to precious coral reef communities
Taiwan representative to Israel Lee Ya-ping gives interview, calls for support for Taiwan's participation in the United Nations
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
In an interview, Taiwan representative to Israel Lee Ya-ping emphasized Taiwan's strategic value in regional security and technology supply chains, and called on the international community to support Taiwan's participation in the United Nations to jointly safeguard democratic values and the international order.
Department store retail competition intensifies; Eslite uses 3 strategies to draw crowds
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Eslite increased visitor numbers by 10% year on year by introducing exclusive stores and strengthening its membership program. Amid intensifying department store competition, it aims to grow sales during its anniversary sale.
Facts
From January this year to date, overall foot traffic has grown 10% from the same period last year
Targeting 3% to 5% sales growth over the anniversary sale period
Foot traffic at Eslite Spectrum Wuchang in Ximending and Eslite Spectrum Xindian grew by more than 2 tenths from the same period last year
Man surnamed Wu arrested again for allegedly helping aide to Kao Chin Su-mei, Chang Chun-chieh, evade capture
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chang Chun-chieh, an aide to Kao Chin Su-mei, abandoned bail and went into hiding; Taipei prosecutors arrested people involved in the case. Chen Wei-ta has been detained, while another man surnamed Wu was arrested by police and is being questioned.
Facts
Chang Chun-chieh was indicted on suspicion of conspiring with Kao Chin Su-mei to fraudulently claim aide expenses
Chang Chun-chieh damaged his electronic ankle monitor and fled on September 6
Chen Wei-ta is suspected of damaging an electronic ankle monitor and helping Chang Chun-chieh flee
Chen Wei-ta has been detained without visitation by the Taipei District Court
Taipei prosecutors direct police to arrest man surnamed Wu for helping Chang Chun-chieh evade capture
Lee Yang was briefly denied entry; Executive Yuan says Asian Games must uphold a fair competitive environment
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Sports Minister Lee Yang was denied entry to the Nagoya Asian Games flag-raising ceremony but was allowed in after a protest. Premier Cho Jung-tai called to express support and urged the maintenance of a fair environment.
Global environmental challenges are as daunting as going to the moon; Tang Prize laureate Solomon urges protecting, not destroying, Earth
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Tang Prize Sustainable Development laureate Susan Solomon accepted her award and called for working together to protect Earth. She stressed the key role of science and international cooperation in addressing the environmental crisis.
Japanese and US leaders plan New York meeting on the 22nd to coordinate China policy ahead of Trump-Xi meeting
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi plans to visit the United States on the 21st and seek a meeting with US President Donald Trump in New York on the 22nd. The move aims to secure US support for China policy on issues including the Taiwan Strait situation and export controls on critical goods ahead of a summit between US and Chinese leaders.
Facts
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is scheduled to visit the United States starting on the 21st.
The Japanese and US governments are coordinating a leaders' meeting in New York on the 22nd.
The US-China leaders' summit is expected to take place in Washington on the 24th.
The Japanese government is concerned that the US midterm elections could affect Trump's China policy.
Topics at the Japan-US meeting may include sanctions against ICC President Tomoko Akane.
Economics Ministry: No decision yet on electricity rates; discussion deferred until December
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of Economic Affairs' 2nd electricity rate review committee meeting decided to leave rates unchanged for now and revisit the issue in December. The meeting supported first seeking a NT$71.1 billion government budget allocation to ease 台電's financial pressure from fuel prices and the impact of war.
Facts
The Ministry of Economic Affairs convened the 2nd electricity rate review committee meeting of 115, supporting 台電's bid for a NT$71.1 billion allocation.
No decision was made on this electricity rate adjustment; the matter will be discussed at the 3rd review committee meeting in December.
The proposed electricity rate adjustment is 12.83%.
Oil price retreat eases inflation concerns; most Asian stocks follow Wall Street higher
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Falling international oil prices and Federal Reserve rate hikes boosted Asian stocks. Saudi Arabia's resumption of oil shipments eased inflation expectations, and most Asian markets closed higher.
Bank of Japan's rate-hike path shifts; experts say AI demand is driving inflation and paving the way for hikes
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Bank of Japan raised rates to 1.25%, but committee members were divided. Experts say AI demand is driving inflation, and the central bank may be laying the groundwork for faster rate hikes.
Black swan at Houli Environmental Park puts on fish-feeding show, sharing feed with the fish
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A black swan at Houli Environmental Park in Taichung has learned to feed fish, becoming a heartwarming ecological attraction. The Construction Bureau urges the public to respect wildlife and watch from an appropriate distance.
Yuan Chiung-chiung writes Ordinary Elderly People Talk, finding joy in an ordinary, carefree life after major illness
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Writer Yuan Chiung-chiung has published a new book, Ordinary Elderly People Talk, recording her pursuit of an ordinary, carefree life after a serious stroke. She shares how ChatGPT helped save her and lessons from her interactions with her children.
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Writer Yuan Chiung-chiung publishes essay collection Ordinary Elderly People Talk.
Yuan Chiung-chiung suffered a stroke 3 years ago.
When Yuan Chiung-chiung had a stroke, her son learned through ChatGPT that he should call an ambulance.
Yuan Chiung-chiung is currently practicing writing short stories.
Lin Die called up at short notice for women's basketball at the Nagoya Asian Games; efficient performance wins praise
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan's women's basketball team came from behind to beat Mongolia 76-67 in its opening group game at the Nagoya Asian Games, with replacement player Lin Die putting in an outstanding performance.
Central Election Commission: 5 debates on referendum to abolish the nuclear-free homeland to be held starting 11/12
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The Central Election Commission announced that the referendum on abolishing the nuclear-free homeland will be held on November 28, with 5 forums or debates starting on November 12.
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