All-of-Society Defense Resilience Forum: U.S. experts urge Taiwan to adapt international experience and send personnel to Ukraine
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Presidential Office held an international forum on all-of-society defense resilience. Experts shared Ukraine’s experience and recommended that Taiwan adapt international resilience practices to local conditions and send personnel to Ukraine for exchanges to strengthen its defense preparedness.
Companies mentioned：Mental Help Global、美國聯邦緊急事故管理總署（FEMA）
U.S.-China AI safety dialogue: Taiwanese business representatives say boundaries for safety regulation must be discussed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Beijing-Taiwan Technology Forum discussed AI industry development, with Taiwanese business representatives calling on the U.S. and China to step up dialogue and clarify regulatory boundaries. Yin Chi-ming recommended that Taiwan’s industries move away from overreliance on semiconductors and seek cross-strait cooperation in AI and drones.
Facts
The 29th Beijing-Taiwan Technology Forum was held in Beijing’s Yizhuang.
Lee Cheng-hung said restricting AI in the name of security could hinder development.
Yin Chi-ming recommended that Taiwan’s industries pursue greater diversification.
Yin Chi-ming said the two sides of the Taiwan Strait could cooperate in AI, drones and robotics.
Hirokazu Kore-eda’s Look Back focuses on human warmth; he reveals a treasured photo of Hou Hsiao-hsien from behind
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Director Hirokazu Kore-eda held a press conference in Taipei, discussing his commitment to making the live-action adaptation of “Look Back” and his respect for director Hou Hsiao-hsien.
Facts
Hirokazu Kore-eda served as director, screenwriter and editor of the live-action version of Look Back.
Hirokazu Kore-eda regards director Hou Hsiao-hsien as a goal to strive toward.
The live-action version of Look Back is currently showing in Taiwan.
Chiayi urban rail elevation project more than 6 tenths complete; aims to open by the end of 118
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Chiayi urban rail elevation project is ahead of schedule and aims to open by the end of 118, significantly improving local transport efficiency and safety.
華信航空 considers cutting Hualien flights from October
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
華信航空 has received Civil Aeronautics Administration approval to cut flights on its Hualien route from October due to low passenger load factors. The released capacity will be reassigned to higher-demand outlying island routes, including Penghu and Kinmen.
Facts
華信航空 has received Civil Aeronautics Administration approval for its request to cut flights on the Hualien route.
The Kaohsiung-Hualien route will be reduced from 7 to 5 flights per week starting Oct. 1.
The Taichung-Hualien route will remain at 3 flights per week.
Capacity freed up by the cuts will be reassigned to routes to Penghu or Kinmen.
Cho Jung-tai: Government pushing urban renewal and unsafe-building redevelopment; bills will be countersigned after speedy Legislative Yuan review
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Premier Cho Jung-tai urged the Legislative Yuan to speed up review of amendments on urban renewal and the redevelopment of unsafe buildings. He said increasing floor-area incentives to encourage developers to donate housing for newlyweds and families with children would improve living conditions and address population aging.
Facts
As of the end of July, a total of 6,421 urban renewal and unsafe-building redevelopment projects had been approved nationwide.
Developers who donate housing for newlyweds and families with children for use as social housing can receive urban renewal floor-area bonuses of up to 2 times the base allowance.
Donations of housing for newlyweds and families with children or other social welfare facilities within unsafe-building redevelopment areas qualify for a floor-area bonus of 1.45 times the base allowance.
National skills competition delegation departs; Hung Sun-han sees off competitors at Songshan Airport
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 48th International Skills Competition will be held in Shanghai, with Taiwan sending 53 competitors. Labor Minister Hung Sun-han saw them off at the airport, expressing hope that they would perform steadily and achieve strong results.
Ozone hole recovery: Solomon warns of risks from wildfires and chemical leaks
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Tang Prize laureate Susan Solomon said in a lecture that the ozone layer is slowly recovering thanks to international policy cooperation, but warned that climate change and industrial leaks threaten to undermine that progress.
Named head of Lee Chuan’s campaign headquarters, Hou You-yi says: He will do a better job than I did
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
At an event for Lee Sichuan’s campaign headquarters, Mayor Hou You-yi announced that he would become campaign director. Both emphasized continuity in the succession and development of New Taipei City’s municipal administration.
Facts
New Taipei City Mayor Hou You-yi has been named campaign director for Lee Chuan.
New Taipei City was upgraded to a special municipality 15 years ago.
Lee Chuan announced Hou You-yi’s appointment as campaign director at the founding convention of his campaign headquarters’ support association.
Analysis: Trump can claim victory, Denmark can breathe a sigh of relief as Greenland deal serves both sides’ interests
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Trump reached an Arctic security agreement with Denmark and Greenland. The agreement stipulates that only NATO members may establish bases and is seen as a compromise that safeguards U.S. interests while preserving Danish sovereignty.
Major global news this week centered on U.S. military and foreign policy, AI safety regulation, Australian visa reform, and Taiwan’s general budget and outlying-island infrastructure. Several geopolitical shifts had far-reaching implications for international security and trade.
Chang Ke-chin pitches 6 strong innings and earns a 90 score at Taoyuan Cup, helping Chung Hsing secure its first win
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The high school division of the Taoyuan Cup opened, with Chang Ke-chin of Chung Hsing Senior High School pitching 6 strong innings to lead his team to a narrow 1-0 win over Meiho High School.
Miaoli man mistakenly hits accelerator while pulling out, crashes through convenience store window; no injuries
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A vehicle crashed into a convenience store in Houlong Township, Miaoli County. A man surnamed Chen is suspected of mistakenly hitting the accelerator, causing the vehicle to lurch forward and smash through the store’s window. No one was injured.
Facts
A car crashed into a convenience store on Chenggong Road in Houlong Township, Miaoli.
The driver involved in the crash was a 35-year-old man surnamed Chen.
The suspected main cause of the crash was mistakenly pressing the accelerator.
No one was injured in the accident.
A breath test found no alcohol in the driver’s system.
Xi Jinping’s health draws attention ahead of meeting with Trump; U.S. media say he smokes, drinks and dislikes exercise
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Xi Jinping’s absence from a dinner during the BRICS summit in India after reportedly feeling unwell prompted speculation about his health. Reports cited risks associated with his longstanding lifestyle habits and age, while Indian officials rejected rumors that he was seriously ill.
Taiwan’s Ministry of Transportation and Communications announced draft amendments to subordinate regulations under the Road Traffic Management and Penalty Act to prevent drug-impaired driving. The proposals include higher fines, vehicle confiscation and stricter requirements for regaining a driver’s license, and aim to take effect in the fourth quarter of this year.
Facts
The Ministry of Transportation released a draft amendment to toughen penalties for drug-impaired driving.
Passengers aged 18 or older riding with a drug-impaired driver will be fined.
29th Beijing-Taiwan Technology Forum opens; Beijing mayor says exchanges will continue
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 29th Beijing-Taiwan Technology Forum opened in Beijing to discuss industrial and technological cooperation. Representatives from both sides called for stronger exchanges, joint efforts to address global supply-chain challenges and improvements to people’s livelihoods.
Stan Shih: It Won’t Be Easy for AI Development to Slow; Taiwan’s Supply Chain Will Only Get Stronger
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Speaking at a forum, Stan Shih said AI development is irreversible and demand for production capacity is huge. Taiwan’s supply chain should leverage its flexibility and speed, continuing to create value and global influence through the spirit of Wangdao.
Facts
Stan Shih said it would not be easy for AI development to slow.
Taiwan’s supply chain currently lacks the production capacity to support the rapid development of AI.
Taiwan’s supply chain is characterized by quick response times and great flexibility.
Stan Shih advocates incorporating the spirit of Wangdao into AI.
Taiwan should focus on intangible, implicit value in the future.
Flying to Penghu to Campaign, Lu Shiow-yen Says: ‘The Outlying Islands Matter Too; Those Who Put the People First Should All Be Elected’
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen traveled to Penghu to campaign, stressing the importance of the outlying islands and urging local elections to return to policy discussions and avoid a culture of recalls.
TFDA Announces 2 Changes to Drug Recall Rules; No Relabeling Required for Repackaged Products
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The TFDA has announced proposed revisions to drug recall rules, easing recall restrictions after packaging changes and formalizing a tiered recall system.
Chou Chun-mi and Liang Yu-tzu Campaign Together at Market, Chanting ‘Pingtung Has Rice and Grain’
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Democratic Progressive Party Pingtung County Magistrate Chou Chun-mi and mayoral candidate Liang Yu-tzu jointly canvassed at the North District Market, promoting county-city cooperation policies.
Facts
Chou Chun-mi Seeks Re-election as Pingtung County Magistrate
Liang Yu-tzu Is a Candidate for Pingtung City Mayor
The joint canvassing took place at the North District Market in Pingtung City.
After canvassing, Liang Yu-tzu and Chang Chih-hao rode bicycles around Pingtung City.
Liang Yu-tzu was elected county councilor 4 years ago.
Trump-Xi Meeting Nears; US and China Discuss Tariffs on US LNG Imports
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The US and China are discussing lowering tariffs on LNG imports and may reach a broad energy and agriculture agreement during the Trump-Xi meeting. The move could restore bilateral energy trade, and Chinese buyers have recently resumed purchases of US LNG.
Foreign Banks Launch Taiwan Recruitment Drives, Seeking Cross-Disciplinary Talent Regardless of Major
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Foreign banks including DBS, HSBC and Standard Chartered have launched recruitment drives in Taiwan targeting young people and cross-disciplinary talent, with an emphasis on developing digital and AI skills.
Lee Yang Temporarily Denied Entry at Asian Games; Chiang Wan-an Condemns Suppression of Taiwan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Lee Yang, head of Taiwan’s sports delegation, was blocked from entering the Asian Games flag-raising ceremony. Chiang Wan-an condemned the act of suppression.
Influential House Lawmaker Writes to Trump, Urging Him to Reject China’s Demand to Oppose Arms Sales to Taiwan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Republican Mike Gallagher, chair of the US House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, wrote to President Donald Trump, urging him to take a hard line when meeting Chinese President Xi Jinping and reject China’s demand to oppose arms sales to Taiwan. He also warned China not to covertly assist Iran or help it target US forces.
Facts
Meet Chinese President Xi Jinping on the 24th
Pending approval of arms sales to Taiwan worth US$14 billion
Original在他5月訪問北京期間
The attack that killed 3 US troops
Iran launched an attack in July
Trump played down the matter in his response on the 13th
Companies mentioned：中央社、路透社、華爾街日報、The Wall Street Journal
New Recruitment Standards for Finance in the AI Era; Foreign Banks: Candidates Must Be Able to Translate Problems into Solutions
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
AI development is reshaping the definition of talent in the financial industry, and foreign banks are seeking cross-disciplinary candidates. They value data literacy and the ability to turn problems into solutions, while emphasizing people-centered expertise.
Promoting Social Prescribing, Chen Shih-chung Says Framework Centered on a Single Medical Center Should Be Broken
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Executive Yuan政務委員 Chen Shih-chung attended the ‘Social Prescribing・Southern Initiative’ forum, calling for an end to the framework centered on a single medical center and for stronger links to discharge planning and cross-disciplinary integration to address the challenges of an aging society.
Facts
Chen Shih-chung attended the ‘Social Prescribing・Southern Initiative’ event in Kaohsiung.
The use rate for Kaohsiung’s seamless discharge-planning service is about 95%.
The ‘Southern Initiative Declaration’ includes ten items, such as Healthy Taiwan and community inclusion.
Drones Drop Seed-Capsule Seedling Packs on Mataian Creek Landslide Site; More Than 40 Hectares Restored to Date
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Hualien Branch and National Ilan University are using drones to restore vegetation at the Mataian Creek landslide site, restoring more than 40 hectares to date. The effort aims to use technology to reduce the risks of manual afforestation and stabilize the slopes.
Tainan Confucius Temple Culture Festival Opens with ‘Cinnabar Blessing for Wisdom’ Ceremony
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Tainan Confucius Temple is holding a culture festival to celebrate the 360th anniversary of its founding. Mayor Huang Wei-che presided over a ‘Cinnabar Blessing for Wisdom’ ceremony to pray for 120 new students. The event not only passes on traditional educational culture but also strengthens community identity.
Taipei City Government Urges Markets Not to Display Election Flags; Chiang Wan-an: Management Standards Must Be Consistent
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taipei’s Market Administration Office has told market自治会 not to display election flags, prompting Chiang Wan-an to stress that standards must be consistent. The office clarified that the restriction applies only to public areas in public markets, while personal belongings are not restricted.
Facts
Taipei’s Market Administration Office wrote to market自治会 informing them that vendors may not display election flags.
Chiang Wan-an said management standards for public spaces must be consistent.
Under the Public Officials Election and Recall Act, campaign flags may not be hung on public facilities or land.
The city government has never prohibited vendors from personally using or wearing campaign items.
Cheng Chao-fang Unveils Hsinchu County Waterfront Management Blueprint; Ecological Methods to Create Spaces for Enjoying the Water
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Democratic Progressive Party Hsinchu County magistrate candidate Cheng Chao-fang has proposed a blueprint for ecological waterfront management. He advocates improving the county’s waterways through ecological methods and creating more spaces for people to enjoy the water.
Lee Yang Temporarily Denied Entry at Asian Games; Cho Jung-tai Urges Organizers to Uphold Olympic Spirit
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Sports Minister Lee Yang was temporarily blocked from entering the Asian Games athletes’ village but was allowed in after discussions. The incident drew concern from the Executive Yuan, which urged the organizers to uphold the Olympic spirit.
Li Hao-yu Gets 4 Hits in a Game, Including Game-Tying 2-Run Homer; 10 MLB Homers in a Season Set Record for Taiwanese Player [Video]
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Li Hao-yu had 4 hits in an MLB game and hit his 10th home run of the season, becoming the first Taiwanese player to reach double-digit home runs in a season and helping the Tigers beat the White Sox.
Facts
Li Hao-yu had 4 hits in a game and hit his 10th home run of the season.
Hao-Yu Lee breaks record for most home runs by a Taiwanese player in a single MLB season
Tainan AI Learning Center unveiled, bringing technology resources into classrooms and hands-on learning
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Tainan City AI Learning Center was officially unveiled alongside the nationwide First School Curriculum Expo. It aims to strengthen interdisciplinary, hands-on teaching by integrating AI and digital learning resources.
Facts
The city government is promoting its “a tablet for every student” policy to narrow the digital learning gap.
A total of 17 schools took part in presentations of results at the curriculum expo.
Public vessels collide in the South China Sea; 菲律賓外交部 accuses China of violating international law
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chinese and Philippine public vessels collided in a disputed area of the South China Sea. 菲律賓外交部 condemned China for violating international law and called for restraint, while the Chinese Embassy in the Philippines accused the Philippine side of unprofessional vessel handling.
Facts
中國海警 21585 vessel
54 nautical miles from Palawan province in the Philippines
Female street cleaner struck by scooter while sweeping in New Taipei’s Shulin at dawn; dies after being taken to hospital
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A traffic accident occurred at dawn in Shulin District, New Taipei City. A 51-year-old female sanitation worker surnamed Zheng was struck by a scooter ridden by a 32-year-old man surnamed Hu while on cleanup duty. She was taken to hospital with severe injuries and died.
Washington state and Taiwan sign memorandum to cooperate on language and STEM education
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan’s Ministry of Education and the Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction signed an education cooperation memorandum focused on language and STEM exchanges, deepening Taiwan-U.S. education initiatives.
Facts
Taiwan’s Ministry of Education and the Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction sign education cooperation memorandum
Cooperation focuses on language and STEM education
The signatories were 勒斯拉普 and 李毓娟
Taiwan has signed 31 education cooperation memorandums with 28 U.S. states
Sports Minister Lee Yang inspects Asian Games relay station, hoping to make it as complete as possible
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Sports Minister Lee Yang inspected the Asian Games relay station at Misono Elementary School in Nagoya, emphasizing the provision of comprehensive facilities and care for athletes. The Ministry of Agriculture is also working with organizers to ensure food safety.
Flag bearer Chang Huan-yi gets first taste of relay station, joking that it feels like the entire National Sports Training Center was moved there
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Wushu athlete Chang Huan-yi experienced the Asian Games relay station, praising its comprehensive facilities. She will serve as the flag bearer at the opening ceremony.
Debate over slowing AI development drives tech giants’ capital spending, accelerating transformation of Taiwan’s supply chain
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
As debate over safety in AI development intensifies, investment by major players remains at a high level. This changing environment marks a crucial juncture that is accelerating the shift toward higher value-added production in Taiwan’s supply chain.
Facts
Total capital spending by the world’s 4 largest cloud service providers is set to reach a record $745 billion
Anthropic CEO Amodei calls for adjusting the pace of improvements to AI models
Pomelos for the Mid-Autumn Festival: Taitung’s Donghe pomelos shipped directly to Banqiao from the 22nd for a taste-and-buy promotion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Agriculture and Food Agency will hold a promotion for Taitung Donghe pomelos in Banqiao, New Taipei, from September 22 to 24. Through on-site tastings and sales, the event aims to bring seasonal produce from Taitung’s east coast directly to northern Taiwan and support local farmers.
Beike Vocational High School beat Mailiao Senior High School 11-2 in its opening game at the Taoyuan Cup youth baseball tournament, earning its first win. Huang Youjie led the way with 3 hits and 2 RBIs, while head coach Lin Jian-nan said the team’s defensive positioning and substitutions were well managed.
Trump moves to extend higher H-1B visa fee measure by 1 year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Trump administration announced that it will extend its executive order on H-1B visa fees by 1 year, keeping the fee at $100,000. The move is intended to advance a hard-line immigration policy but faces legal challenges and opposition from business groups.
Facts
U.S. President Trump extends executive order on H-1B visa fees by 1 year
The fee for H-1B nonimmigrant visas is $100,000
The fee does not apply to those who already hold student visas or to renewals of existing visas
A federal judge previously ruled that the Trump administration’s fee hike was illegal
Should you change your motorcycle’s oil after riding 1000 kilometers? Expert reveals the “right time” to change it; 1 money-saving shortcut is quick and available 24 hours a day
Summer electricity bills unusually high this year? “No one was home for half a month, yet it topped 40,000 yuan”; Taipower offers solutions for soaring bills and abnormal power use
Taiwan gets a new attraction! Grand reopening on 9/26 with major upgrades: free admission, easy access, plenty of facilities and stunning scenery; see the highlights and address
Today’s (9/19) top news! 15 counties and cities nationwide announce seniors “won’t have to pay health insurance premiums”!／2026 Mid-Autumn Festival gift payments for the 6 special municipalities are here! Payments begin tomorrow, 9/20／How to claim the “200-yuan red envelope” being given out today in 18 counties and cities?
Could a politician treating people to a meal amount to vote-buying? Ko Wen-je asks just “one question” about the Hsieh Tien-lin case in Changhua: “I have absolutely no confidence in the judiciary”
Could Hsieh Tien-lin’s vote count surge after his detention? Doctor advises Wei Ping-cheng to take a “risky move” in the Changhua election: “The more the DPP hides, the worse it gets”
Why were ancient palace women forbidden to make a sound during the emperor’s visits? The truth behind what TV dramas don’t show: neither the emperor nor his consorts could fully enjoy intimacy
Students’ families, claim your money! New Ministry of Labor program offers up to 62400 yuan to eligible people nationwide; how and when to apply for living assistance
World’s best airlines for 2026 announced! Singapore Airlines takes the top spot, while Starlux earns Skytrax 5-star recognition and the title of “World’s Cleanest Airline Cabin”
International Forum on Resilience in Defense》World Disaster Management Alliance established; Lai Ching-te says it marks a major breakthrough in Taiwan’s international participation
New traffic rules set to be enforced nationwide! Violators will face a “150,000-yuan fine, immediate license revocation and driving ban,” with passengers in the same vehicle also penalized
13 more payments due in September! Labor insurance benefits calendar: up to more than 100,000 yuan; see payment dates for national pension and labor pensions
2026 Mid-Autumn Festival gifts for the 6 special municipalities are here! Government gives out “red envelopes of up to 2500 yuan per person” today, 9/20; see payment amounts and eligibility
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Summary not yet available
Facts
2,000 yuan per household
1,500 yuan per household for single-person low-income households
300 yuan per household
City residents aged 65 or older
Indigenous residents aged 55 or older
Registered and actual residence in 桃園市 for more than 6 months
Seniors aged 65, claim your money! Starting 9/21, “10000 yuan in cash per person”; 1 county or city will deposit it automatically. Eligibility and amounts for Chongyang senior-citizen benefits across Taiwan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Summary not yet available
Facts
Up to 70,000 yuan
Centenarians who meet county government and township office eligibility requirements can receive up to 70,000 yuan
Could the 2026 Taipei election outlook shift against Chiang Wan-an? She warns of the “ocean current” effect from Shen Po-yang: the one thing campaigns must avoid
First since the Yemen conflict escalated! Air-raid sirens sound in Saudi capital Riyadh early Saturday; how has oil shipping rerouted after Houthi strikes?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Summary not yet available
Facts
Saudi Arabia launched about 300 airstrikes on Yemen this week
In July, Yanbu exports at one point accounted for about 75% of Saudi crude oil and condensate exports
The Ministry of Finance must complete its dumping investigation determination within 6 months of announcing the investigation
The Ministry of Economic Affairs must launch an industry injury investigation from the date the investigation is announced and complete its determination within 2 months of the day after receiving notice from the Ministry of Finance
Within 10 days of the day after receiving notice from the Ministry of Economic Affairs, the Ministry of Finance must submit the matter to its Tariff Rate Review Committee to consider whether to continue imposing anti-dumping duties
Trump makes rare personal airport appearance! He signals multiple agreements with Xi Jinping; White House state dinner to include Jensen Huang and Tim Cook