【嘉泥】Announcement on behalf of subsidiary 嘉新資產管理開發股份有限公司 of a new guarantee amounting to at least NT$三千萬元 and at least 百分之五 of the latest net worth reported in the financial statements of a public company
嘉泥 (1103) announced on September 29, 115, that it had provided a new guarantee on behalf of its subsidiary 嘉新資產管理開發股份有限公司.
Original本次新增背書保證之金額為新台幣1,950,000仟元。
The company receiving the guarantee is 嘉新水泥股份有限公司, which is the parent company of the guarantor.
The new guarantee was provided to meet bank financing needs.
As of the date of the event, the balance of guarantees provided by A as a ratio of the latest net worth reported in the financial statements of a public company was 0.55.
【燁興】Announcement that the company will hold an investor conference on 115/09/30
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
燁興 (2007) announced that it will hold an investor conference at 2 p.m. on September 30, 115, in the company training room in Gangshan, Kaohsiung. The meeting will introduce the company's operations, ESG and market outlook, and aims to update investors on the latest developments.
Facts
燁興's company code is 2007.
The investor conference will be held at 2 p.m.
The investor conference will be held at 369 Baomi Road, Gangshan District, Kaohsiung City.
The investor conference will discuss ESG sustainability issues.
【威宏-KY】Announcement that the company has received full payment for its fourth domestic unsecured convertible corporate bond issue in the Republic of China
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
威宏-KY (8442) announced that it has completed fundraising for its fourth unsecured convertible corporate bond issue, totaling NT$200 million. The funds were deposited into the designated account on 115/9/24.
Facts
威宏-KY has received full payment for its fourth domestic unsecured convertible corporate bond issue in the Republic of China.
The total amount raised by 威宏-KY in this offering is NT$200 million.
The bond proceeds receiving bank completed the transfer on September 24, 115.
威宏-KY's company code is 8442.
This issuance was conducted in accordance with Article 10, Paragraph 1, Subparagraph 1 of the Regulations Governing the Offering and Issuance of Securities by Foreign Issuers.
【正崴】Announcement of a change in the company's corporate governance officer
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
正崴 (2392) announced on September 29, ROC year 115, a change in its corporate governance officer. Finance Associate Vice President 陳慧姍 will take over as the new corporate governance officer and finance officer. The appointment was approved by the board on the same day.
Facts
正崴 (company code 2392) announced that 陳慧姍 is its new corporate governance officer.
陳慧姍 will also serve as 正崴's finance officer.
正崴's new corporate governance officer will take office on September 29, ROC year 115.
正崴's appointment of a new corporate governance officer was approved by a board resolution on September 29, ROC year 115.
【鴻準】The company's 115 third-quarter investor conference will be held on 115年9月30日
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
鴻準 (2354) announced that it will hold its third-quarter investor conference at 2 p.m. on September 30, 115, online via Google Meet to explain its operating overview.
Facts
The investor conference is scheduled for 2 p.m. on September 30, 115.
The investor conference will be held online via video conference using the Google Meet platform.
鴻準's company code is 2354.
The purpose of the investor conference is to explain the company's operating overview.
【永崴投控】 announces changes to the members of the Company's Corporate Governance and Sustainable Development Committee.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
永崴投控 (3712) announced on 115年9月29日 that its board of directors had approved the appointment of accounting department manager 洪雪芬 as a new member of the Corporate Governance and Sustainable Development Committee, effective the same day.
Facts
永崴投控 announced changes to the members of its Corporate Governance and Sustainable Development Committee on 115年9月29日.
洪雪芬 currently serves as accounting department manager at 永崴投控.
永崴投控's changes to the membership of its Corporate Governance and Sustainable Development Committee were approved by the board of directors on 115年9月29日.
New member 洪雪芬's appointment took effect on 115年9月29日.
【永崴投控】Announces changes to the company’s accounting, finance and corporate governance heads
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
永崴投控 (3712) announced on 115年9月29日 that its board of directors had approved the appointment of 林寶貴 as finance chief and 洪雪芬 as accounting chief and corporate governance chief.
Facts
永崴投控's new finance chief is 林寶貴, who currently serves as the Company's finance department manager.
【中信金】 announces the Company's acquisition of right-of-use assets from a related party.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
中信金 announced that it acquired right-of-use assets for office space in Nangang District, Taipei City, from subsidiary CTBC Bank, at a monthly rent of approximately NT$270,000, to bring its offices together and generate synergies.
Facts
中信金 announced on 115年9月29日 that it had acquired right-of-use assets from a related party.
The counterparty to the transaction is 中國信託商業銀行股份有限公司, a subsidiary of 中信金.
The property is part of an office space on the 7th floor at No. 188-1, Jingmao 2nd Road, Nangang District, Taipei City.
The leased area includes 101.27 ping of general staff offices and 13.16 ping of executive offices.
The monthly rent is NT$272,252, and the right-of-use asset is valued at NT$4,083,780.
The lease runs from 115年10月1日 to 116年12月31日.
The transaction aims to consolidate offices and maximize synergies across the group.
【燁輝】 announces board approval of its 第二十六次 treasury share buyback.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
燁輝 (2023) announced that its 第二十六次 treasury share buyback plan was approved on 115年9月29日, with the aim of protecting the company's credit and shareholders' interests.
Facts
燁輝 held a board meeting on 115年9月29日 and approved its 第二十六次 treasury share buyback.
The purpose of the treasury share buyback is to protect the company's credit and shareholders' interests.
The maximum total amount for the share buyback is NT$6,492,888,140.
The buyback period runs from 115年9月30日 to 115年11月28日.
The buyback price range is set at NT$13.0 to NT$15.5 per share.
Tech stocks surge, lifting Taiwan shares more than 700 points intraday to reclaim the 48000-point mark.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Strength in tech stocks drove Taiwan shares up more than 700 points intraday, back above the 48000-point mark. 輝達's assessment of using glass substrates in packaging its next-generation AI chips also boosted display stocks.
Fengbin's new library in Hualien wins National Excellence in Construction Gold Award.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Fengbin Township in Hualien County is building a new library that integrates the local mountain and coastal landscape with local culture. The project won the Gold Award in the public construction category of the “2026 National Excellence in Construction Awards.” The new library is scheduled to open in mid-116年.
US plans to release 4000萬 barrels of strategic oil, the final tranche under global agreement.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The United States plans to lend energy companies the final 4000萬 barrels of crude from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) as part of a global agreement. SPR inventories are now at their lowest level since 1982年 and face legal withdrawal limits. Companies must submit proposals by October 6 and commit to repaying the oil with an added premium.
泰山 approves bid for auction of 街口支付 stake; food safety incident may affect next year's dividend.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
泰山's extraordinary shareholders' meeting approved a bid to participate in the auction of a 100% stake in 街口電子支付, authorizing the chairman to bid within a base amount of NT$35億9580萬元 plus a maximum additional NT$2000萬元. Regarding the impact of the food safety incident, 泰山 said next year's dividend could not be forecast.
National Chengchi University’s centennial and 10th anniversary of the雄鷹: Short-video contest encourages AI creations
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
To celebrate its 100th anniversary and the 10th anniversary of its雄鷹 basketball team, 政治大學 is holding a creative video contest encouraging participants to use AI to create 90-second short films, with total prizes of NT$300,000.
Gold ornaments stolen from temple in Miaoli’s Yuanli; losses initially estimated at nearly a million dollars
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
An unidentified man broke a window to enter Guangling Temple in Yuanli Township, Miaoli County, stealing gold plaques of deities, gold ornaments and cash. Losses were initially estimated at nearly a million New Taiwan dollars, and police have identified a suspect and are pursuing him.
Facts
Total losses of nearly a million New Taiwan dollars
陽明交大 uncovers the evolutionary mystery of galectins: It came from “copy and paste”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A team led by Huang Jie-rong at 陽明交大 found that galectins achieve convergent evolution through a numbers-based approach, repeatedly “copying and pasting” identical amino acid segments in protein sequences. The paper was published in EMBO Reports.
Hong Kong scholar apologizes publicly after remarks about women “snagging a rich husband” spark backlash
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Zhuang Tailiang, an associate professor in the Department of Economics at 香港中文大學, publicly apologized after remarks during a “biweekly meeting” that “the most important thing for women is to snag a rich husband” and that women should not pursue PhDs sparked controversy over gender bias and student complaints.
Trump rolls out new AI platform, calls for integration of government websites to improve convenience
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Trump administration launched the AI-powered website America.gov, calling for government websites to be integrated to improve convenience of services. It also met with technology companies to discuss AI development.
Russia’s war escalates; defense spending set to rise 27% next year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Russia plans to increase military spending by more than a quarter next year, setting it at 17.1 trillion rubles, 27% above its previous target and accounting for 35% of total spending.
Chinese universities told to “live frugally”; 北京大學 bans publicly funded meetings at scenic spots
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
北京大學 in Beijing has called on its campus to “live frugally” to save money, banning the use of public funds for meetings at 21 scenic areas, including Huangshan and Jiuzhaigou. Several other mainland Chinese universities have followed suit.
Hurricane Polo sweeps Mexico’s coast, weakens and heads inland; no casualties
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Hurricane Polo made landfall in southern Baja California at Category 3 strength before weakening into a tropical storm and moving inland. Initial assessments indicated limited damage and no casualties, but rain and flooding risks are expected in Sonora state.
National Day fireworks in Taitung, with food-truck market and Austronesian party added
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
National Day fireworks will be set off at the mouth of the Beinan River in Taitung on the 10th. The county government has planned a food-truck market, a fireworks show from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., followed by an Austronesian party, with performances by several artists and bands.
鴻海 employees’ bonuses deposited; top performers receive more than NT$1 million
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
鴻海 employees’ annual bonuses were deposited into their accounts today. Buoyed by strong AI demand and steady ICT business, the group posted record revenue and profits. Top performers may receive bonuses of more than a million New Taiwan dollars, while the overall average is up by more than double digits compared with 2025.
Facts
NT$100.9 billion in cash dividends was distributed to shareholders at the end of July
The highest cash dividend per share since the company was listed in 1991
May receive bonuses of a million New Taiwan dollars or even more
A sharp increase of more than double digits compared with 2025
The standard year-end bonus is 2 months’ pay
鴻海’s average employee salary in 2025 was about NT$2.55 million
AI giants call for industry self-regulation; expert warns safety rules could become a moat for big companies
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Artificial intelligence companies including OpenAI and Anthropic have recently argued that advanced models should undergo external safety testing before launch, favoring an approach based on “industry self-regulation.” The Associated Press cited experts who said this approach could let large AI companies build a reputation for safety and win the support of investors and chipmakers, creating a competitive “moat” that makes it harder for smaller rivals to grow. A former CAISI director questioned whether third-party assessments could remain independent. Others said the industry’s excessive focus on the risk of AI getting out of control could divert attention from issues such as the environmental impact of data centers, hacking, surveillance and military uses.
Taichung police drone helps catch fraud suspect who fled to mountainous area in air-ground operation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taichung police used a police drone and officers on the ground in a coordinated air-ground operation to apprehend a man surnamed Chung, the alleged leader of a fraud ring who had fled to the mountains of Hsinchu. Police apprehended 30 members and found that 1 victim had been defrauded of NT$14 million.
台積電 surges to NT$2,505; Taiwan stocks rise more than 500 points in early trading to reclaim 48,000
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Buoyed by a retreat in international oil prices and gains in the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index, Taiwan stocks rose more than 500 points in early trading, reclaiming the 48,000-point mark, while 台積電 surged to NT$2,505. Institutional investors said that although the AI growth trend remains intact, the potential pressure on Taiwan stocks from rising oil prices, inflation and U.S. Treasury yields warrants attention.
Power plays among major powers dominate the UN General Assembly; allies' support for Taiwan a distinctive sight
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
During the 81st session of the UN General Assembly, the leaders of Taiwan's allies Palau, Paraguay and the Marshall Islands spoke up for Taiwan in the general debate, calling for its meaningful participation in UN mechanisms and emphasizing support based on democratic values rather than interests.
AI leaders attend White House lunch; Trump says industry should self-regulate
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
US President Trump invited 31 AI industry leaders and government officials to lunch at the White House, including Musk, Bezos, Zuckerberg, Nadella, Pichai, Jensen Huang, Lisa Su, Amodei and Brockman. Trump emphasized that the industry should regulate itself rather than be regulated by the government, and said he plans to rename AI “superintelligence.” However, concerns about AI development are growing among lawmakers and the public, who fear it could replace workers and worry about data centers' impact on communities. Senator Sanders even appeared alongside former Trump strategist Bannon to call for a rethink of the AI race.
Facts
Two of the 31 guests were women
These agents also accessed the websites of 3 US federal agencies
Will cancel the launch of its latest model, Astra 6.1
Companies mentioned：微軟 (Microsoft)、谷歌 (Google)、輝達 (Nvidia)、Anthropic、OpenAI、超微公司 (AMD)、Hugging Face、福斯財經新聞網 (Fox Business Network)
South Korea blames North Korea for landmine blast that injured 3 troops; Pyongyang denies responsibility, says Seoul will pay a price
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
North Korea rejected South Korea's accusation that it was responsible for a landmine explosion, warning that Seoul would pay a price. South Korea's defense minister said the incident violated the armistice, and 3 troops were injured.
Half-strength aerial rehearsal for National Day; flag formation flies over Presidential Office
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The armed forces held a half-strength aerial rehearsal for Double Ten National Day this morning. The flag, slow-speed, fast-speed and helicopter formations, as well as the Thunder Tiger aerobatics team, flew over the Presidential Office between 7 a.m. and 7:40 a.m. The Ministry of National Defense urged the public not to be alarmed and to cheer on the service members.
Philadelphia semiconductor index rises, Taiwan index futures jump overnight; Taiwan stocks seesaw
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan stocks fell after the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, dropping below 48000 points, but gained support from a rise in the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index, with Taiwan index futures surging 698 points in overnight trading. Institutions said the AI supply chain remains strong, but oil prices, inflation and interest rates warrant attention in the short term. 永豐金投顧 forecast an index range of 47000 to 49000 points.
Trump meets 輝達 and other AI giants at White House; self-regulation pledge has no legal force
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
US President Trump convened a meeting at the White House with leaders of AI industry giants including 輝達, OpenAI, Anthropic, Meta and 谷歌. The executives signed a pledge to self-regulate that carries ethical weight but is not legally binding, committing to establish AI standards and internal control mechanisms. Trump said he is considering forming a 10-member committee to oversee the safety of AI tools and plans to appoint a new official dedicated to White House AI policy. He also announced that “artificial intelligence” will be renamed “superintelligence.”
Facts
Is considering forming a 10-member committee to oversee the safety of AI tools
With the US midterm elections on Nov. 3 approaching
Trump meets 輝達 and other AI giants at White House; self-regulation pledge has no legal force
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
US President Trump met with AI industry leaders from 輝達, OpenAI, Anthropic, Meta and 谷歌 at the White House. The technology executives signed an AI self-regulation pledge with ethical force but no legal enforceability. It includes working with independent auditors and preventing AI tools from unexpectedly penetrating systems. Trump said he is considering forming a 10-member committee to oversee AI safety and appointing a new official to lead White House AI policy. He also announced that “artificial intelligence” will be renamed “superintelligence.”
Facts
Is considering forming a 10-member committee to oversee the safety of AI tools
With the US midterm elections on Nov. 3 approaching
6 cities and counties, including the Taipei area, warned of high temperatures; Wu Derong: Northern Taiwan to cool on 10/5
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The weather agency warned 6 cities and counties, including Taipei, New Taipei and Taoyuan, to prepare for temperatures above 36 degrees. Wu Derong said the northeast monsoon will affect the region from 10/5 to 6, bringing cooler weather to northern Taiwan.
UK air base may have narrowly escaped terror attack; suspect reportedly called police first, motive under investigation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Fairford air base in the UK was possibly targeted in a terror attack. Police arrested 5 suspects and confirmed that one had called police first; the motive is under investigation. US and European officials expressed concern and unease over the suspects' release.
【株式会社ゼロ】Securities Report—80th Fiscal Period (2025/07/01–2026/06/30)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
株式会社ゼロ filed its securities report for the fiscal year ended June 2026. It posted sales of 150.5 billion yen and profit of 7.2 billion yen, while expanding its asset base and workforce.
Facts
Revenue for 株式会社ゼロ’s 80th fiscal period (2025/07/01–2026/06/30) was 150,556,000,000 yen.
Profit for the period attributable to owners of the parent was 7,212,000,000 yen.
Total assets at the end of the period were 77,184,000,000 yen, up from 73,948,000,000 yen at the end of the previous period.
The company had 2,881 employees at the end of the period.
【株式会社オーネックス】Securities Report—75th Fiscal Period (2025/07/01–2026/06/30)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
株式会社オーネックス announced results for the fiscal year ended June 2026, with both sales and ordinary profit recovering. Ordinary profit in particular swung sharply to a surplus from a loss the previous year.
【株式会社武井工業所】Securities Report—71st Fiscal Period (2025/07/01–2026/06/30)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
株式会社武井工業所 filed its securities report for the 71st fiscal period (2025/07–2026/06). Sales increased to more than 6.14 billion yen, and the company remained profitable.
【大和アセットマネジメント株式会社】Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts)—2nd Fiscal Period (2026/01/08–2026/07/07)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
大和アセットマネジメント filed its securities report for the 2nd fiscal period of 2026. Net assets grew to about 3 times their previous level, reflecting the performance of its stock investments.
Facts
Total net assets at the end of the period were 39,645,278,809 yen.
Total net assets at the end of the previous period were 12,507,766,283 yen.
Current assets at the end of the period were 40,185,290,896 yen.
The book value of the long position in TOPIX futures 0809 September was 905,062,650 yen.
【大和アセットマネジメント株式会社】Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts)—10th Fiscal Period (2025/07/08–2026/07/06)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
大和アセットマネジメント filed its securities report for the 10th fiscal period. The emerging-markets equity fund had net assets of about 44.1 billion yen and recorded high returns in some periods despite fluctuations in its rate of return.
Facts
The Daiwa Emerging Markets Equity Fundamental Index Mother Fund aims to track the RAFI Fundamental Select Emerging Markets 350 Index.
Total net assets as of June 30, 2026, were 44,147,578,015 yen.
Original2026年6月30日時点での1単位当たり純資産額は3.3929円である。
The return for the 5th accounting period was 37.6%.
The return for the 4th accounting period was -14.6%.
[Nomura Asset Management Co., Ltd.] Securities Report (Beneficiary Securities of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 6th fiscal period (2026/01/08–2026/07/07)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Nomura Asset Management filed a securities report for beneficiary securities of a domestic investment trust. The 6th-period net assets were approximately 14.79 billion yen, and the return was 21.6%.
Facts
Nomura Asset Management filed a securities report on September 30, 2026.
The return for the 6th specified period (January 8, 2026–July 7, 2026) was 21.6%.
[Daiwa Asset Management Co., Ltd.] Securities Report (Beneficiary Securities of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 11th fiscal period (2025/07/08–2026/07/06)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Daiwa Asset Management filed its 11th-period securities report, disclosing the net assets and earnings of an emerging markets equity fund. At the end of the period, the fund's assets included a parent fund with total net assets of approximately 77.1 billion yen, while returns fluctuated.
Facts
The Daiwa Emerging Markets Equity Fundamental Index Mother Fund invests in equities in emerging markets and aims to track the RAFI Fundamental Select Emerging Markets 350 Index.
As of June 30, 2026, the total net assets of the Daiwa Emerging Markets Equity Fundamental Index Mother Fund were 77,161,152,812 yen.
[Nomura Asset Management Co., Ltd.] Securities Report (Beneficiary Securities of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 18th fiscal period (2025/07/09–2026/07/08)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Nomura Asset Management filed a securities report for an investment trust linked to the Brazilian market. Net assets at the end of the period were approximately 3.28 billion yen, and operating profit was approximately 966 million yen.
Facts
The fund aims to achieve investment results that track the Bovespa Index, converted into Japanese yen.
Net assets at the end of the period were 3,283,268,289 yen.
Operating profit or operating loss for the period was 966,073,132 yen.
[Nomura Asset Management Co., Ltd.] Securities Report (Beneficiary Securities of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 19th fiscal period (2025/07/09–2026/07/08)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Nomura Asset Management filed the 19th-period securities report for a gold-price-linked investment trust. Total assets were approximately 60.5 billion yen, and net assets were approximately 54.8 billion yen.
Facts
Nomura Asset Management filed a securities report.
Total assets at the end of the period were 60,492,649,922 yen.
Net assets at the end of the period were 54,802,560,544 yen.
Government bonds accounted for 19,974,291,500 yen of current assets at the end of the period.
[野村アセットマネジメント株式会社] Securities Report (Beneficiary Securities of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 3rd fiscal period (2026/01/09–2026/07/08)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Nomura Asset Management filed a securities report for the January–July 2026 period. The MSCI Japan Climate Change Index-linked fund posted net assets of approximately 137.6 billion yen and a return of 15.9%.
Facts
The period covered by the 3rd-period securities report (beneficiary securities of domestic investment trusts) filed by 野村アセットマネジメント株式会社 runs from January 9, 2026, to July 8, 2026.
The fund aims to achieve investment results that track the MSCI Japan Climate Change Index (Select) (including dividends).
The return for the 3rd accounting period (January 9, 2026–July 8, 2026) was 15.9%.
As of July 31, 2026, total net assets were 137,610,095,763 yen, and the number of units issued was 47,521,297.
As another asset, the fund holds 9 long positions in Osaka Exchange TOPIX futures (September 2026 contract).
[Nomura Asset Management Co., Ltd.] Securities Report (Beneficiary Securities of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 24th fiscal period (2025/07/16–2026/07/15)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Nomura Asset Management filed a securities report for a TOPIX Core 30-linked investment trust. Net assets at the end of the period were approximately 16.6 billion yen, and operating profit was approximately 7 billion yen.
Facts
The period for which Nomura Asset Management filed a securities report.
Original１口当たり純資産額は2,076.87円
The fund holds long positions in TOPIX Core 30 stock index futures on the Osaka Exchange.
【野村アセットマネジメント株式会社】Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts)—42nd Fiscal Period (2026/01/14–2026/07/10)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Nomura Asset Management filed a securities report for beneficiary securities of a domestic investment trust. Total assets grew to approximately 40.5 billion yen, and net profit for the period was approximately 4.86 billion yen.
Facts
Nomura Asset Management filed a securities report for beneficiary securities of a domestic investment trust.
Total assets at the end of the period were 40,498,453,061 yen.
Operating revenue for the period was 5,064,722,454 yen.
Net income for the period was 4,855,843,128 yen.
The number of units issued for the “High-Dividend Japanese Equities Open” was 18,015,324,855.
[Nomura Asset Management Co., Ltd.] Securities Report (Beneficiary Securities of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 24th fiscal period (2025/07/16–2026/07/15)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Nomura Asset Management filed the 24th-period report for the Tokyo Stock Exchange Banks Stock Price Index-linked investment trust. Net assets and revenue increased significantly, and the trust also made use of futures trading.
Facts
A securities report covering the period from July 16, 2025, to July 15, 2026, was filed.
Operating revenue for the period was 202,187,915,850 yen.
The number of long positions in Tokyo Stock Exchange Banks Stock Price Index futures was 1,900 contracts.
The trust has a limit of an amount equivalent to 10 trillion yen, which may be changed.
[Asset Management One Co., Ltd.] Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 26th Period (2025/07/01–2026/06/30)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Asset Management One Co., Ltd. filed the securities report for the 26th period. Net assets and operating profit for the MHAM Life Navigation Fund increased, indicating a sound financial position.
Facts
The MHAM Life Navigation Fund is an open-ended stock investment trust consisting of 4 funds.
Net assets on an individual basis at the end of the period were 795,987,544 yen.
Switching between the funds is available without a fee.
[Nomura Asset Management Co., Ltd.] Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 25th Period (2025/07/11–2026/07/10)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Nomura Asset Management filed a securities report for the TOPIX-linked stock investment trust. Total assets and net assets increased, and the trust recorded stable earnings.
Facts
The fund aims to deliver investment results linked to TOPIX (including dividends).
The trust has a limit of an amount equivalent to 20 trillion yen.
Beneficiary rights can be traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in the same way as stocks.
Total assets at the end of the period were 35,915,509,001,779 yen.
Operating profit for the period was 11,080,047,730,625 yen.
[Nomura Asset Management Co., Ltd.] Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 39th Period (2026/01/14–2026/07/10)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Nomura Asset Management filed the 39th-period report for the Asia High-Dividend Stock Investment Trust. Net income for the period reached approximately 5.5 billion yen, and the fund's assets also grew.
Facts
Nomura Asset Management filed a securities report.
The number of units issued for the Asia High-Dividend Stock Investment Trust was 15,867,034,908.
Good news for workers: last year's law added 5 days off! How many days off are there for October holidays? A look at the new rules on leave and make-up workdays for the second half of the year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Legislative Yuan passed amendments to the Act for Implementing Memorial Days and Holidays, adding 5 national holidays and eliminating make-up workdays. October 2026 will bring consecutive holidays for National Day and Retrocession Day. Workers can use annual leave to plan longer breaks. Teachers' Day, Retrocession Day and Constitution Day will all be public holidays in the second half of the year, boosting tourism business.
Facts
The Legislative Yuan passed the Act for Implementing Memorial Days and Holidays in third reading, establishing an expanded “4 plus 1 days” holiday framework and adding 5 national holidays each year.
Her 85-year-old mother died, and 8 million yen was missing from her account! A strange woman appeared at the funeral, and the son pressed her for answers before learning that his mother had given her money
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
After his mother 晶子 died, 56-year-old 孝介 discovered that her account balance had fallen by 8 million yen over two years. He also learned that a woman he did not know, 渡部, had received money from 晶子. Though 孝介 suspected her intentions, police said it would be difficult to establish unjust enrichment. The case highlights concerns about the finances and relationships of older people living alone.
Facts
After 56-year-old 孝介’s mother 晶子 died, the balance in her bank account had fallen by about 8 million yen over two years.
渡部 and 晶子 became acquainted about a year earlier after running into each other several times at a nearby clinic.
Police and lawyers said a decrease in savings and financial dealings alone were not enough to establish that 渡部 had engaged in unjust enrichment.
Data from Japan’s Cabinet Office show that about 22.1% of women aged 65 and older lived alone in 2020.
晶子 received a monthly pension of about 140,000 yen, including a survivor’s pension.
渡部 said 晶子 had once told her, “I can’t rely on my son.”
Government money is being handed out—claim it soon! Starting tomorrow, 10/1, everyone can get a 100-yuan red envelope: “available in all 18 counties and cities across Taiwan.” Eligibility and how to claim it
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taipei City’s Department of Sports is launching a pilot program to share sports resources across Taipei and New Taipei. Taipei residents can exchange U coins for 100-yuan vouchers, while everyone can download the New Taipei App and check in to receive a discount coupon of the same value.
Facts
The cross-city sports cooperation program between Taipei and New Taipei will run as a pilot from October 1 through October 31.
Taipei residents can redeem 100 U coins for a cross-city sports voucher worth NT$100.
Cross-city sports vouchers can be used at 25 designated partner sports venues: 9 in Taipei and 16 in New Taipei.
Taipei residents who use a voucher to work out at a New Taipei civic sports center will receive 5 U coins back.
People who are not Taipei residents must download the “我的新北市” App, complete identity verification and check in to claim a 100-yuan discount coupon.
Advanced members of the “我的新北市” App may need about 3 to 5 business days to complete identity verification.
When someone starts having good luck, 3 signs usually appear! It’s not about meeting a benefactor—the first is something many people can’t manage
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article explores how good fortune and wealth build up in everyday life, identifying going to bed early regularly, cutting ties with draining relationships and focusing on details as three signs. It also offers four questions to ask yourself before bed.
Facts
The “Huangdi Neijing” says, “Keep regular hours and do not overwork,” emphasizing the importance of a regular daily routine.
The “Tao Te Ching” says, “少則得，多則惑,” noting that filling life with too many irrelevant people and things can push what truly matters to the back burner.
The article says real change lies in daily habits, not in dramatic turning points.
The four areas for self-reflection before bed are managing energy, planning goals, setting interpersonal boundaries and taking action.
The owner of a small eatery built a reputation over time by recording customers’ reactions and adjusting the dishes.
You can tell at a glance that someone is “living well”! Netizens name 5 common traits: having money isn’t even No. 1
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A popular Threads post discusses the signs that someone is “obviously living well.” Netizens point to emotional stability, financial ease and enthusiasm for life, rather than material possessions alone.
Facts
The Threads post received 1.45 million views, more than 800 comments and 16,000 likes.
Netizens say “emotionally steady and unhurried” is a widely discussed hallmark of living well.
Wealthy people often give off a relaxed air and do not talk about money.
People who are doing well usually have smiling eyes and are kind and humorous.
Curiosity about the world and enthusiasm for it are seen as signs of vitality.
Weather forecast/Autumn’s strongest cold air mass! Temperatures will plunge to 20 degrees on this day, with “heavy rain across Taiwan for 6 straight days”; the wettest, coolest period revealed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A meteorological expert said that a northeasterly monsoon will bring cooler temperatures to northern Taiwan starting this week, with autumn’s strongest cold air mass arriving early next week. Lows in northern Taiwan could dip to 20 degrees, while central and southern Taiwan will remain relatively hot because they are on the leeward side.
Facts
Today (30), high pressure and southwesterly winds will affect all of Taiwan, pushing highs above 32 degrees in most areas and possibly above 36 degrees in some places.
The first northeasterly monsoon will begin to strengthen tomorrow evening (October 1), bringing scattered brief showers first to Greater Taipei, the Keelung North Coast and the northeast.
On Monday and Tuesday next week (October 5 and 6), the strongest northeasterly monsoon of the autumn so far will move south.
As the strong cold air moves south, daytime highs in northern Taiwan will reach only 25 to 27 degrees, while early-morning and nighttime lows could plunge to just above 20 degrees.
Central and southern Taiwan are on the leeward side, and this cold air mass is not strong enough to cause a sharp temperature drop there, so daytime weather will remain relatively hot.
A tropical system is brewing over waters east of Guam and could develop into a major typhoon, but the chances of it directly hitting Taiwan are low.
How far apart are the poll numbers for 蔣萬安 and 沈伯洋? A Taipei indicator surpasses southern Taiwan; she says the result defies expectations: “The party misjudged the situation”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
戴立安 released a poll in September 2026 showing the Democratic Progressive Party with the highest favorability rating at 47.4%. Favorability toward the DPP among Taipei residents was as high as 53.3%. Kuomintang legislator 王鴻薇 criticized the figures, saying they showed the DPP had misjudged the Taipei election landscape because it had not increased the number of council seats it nominated candidates for.
Facts
In party favorability ratings, the Democratic Progressive Party led with 47.4%, compared with 26.4% for the Kuomintang and 21.6% for the Taiwan People’s Party.
A cross-tabulation showed that 53.3% of Taipei residents viewed the Democratic Progressive Party favorably, while 31.0% viewed it unfavorably.
Kuomintang legislator 王鴻薇 criticized the DPP, saying that winning full control of Taipei was no dream, yet it nominated candidates for only 25 council seats, showing that the party leadership had misjudged the situation.
The survey was conducted from Sept. 21 to 23, 2026, with 1075 valid responses completed
The Ministry of Labor is giving money to young people! Those who qualify can receive up to 48,000 yuan, with applications open nationwide; amounts and how to apply
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Ministry of Labor has launched a youth employment support program offering unemployed people aged 15-29 up to NT$48,000 in job-search allowances and employment incentive payments to improve their competitiveness in the job market.
Facts
The Workforce Development Agency under the Ministry of Labor has launched a youth employment support program offering up to NT$48,000 in allowances and incentive payments.
Applicants must be Taiwanese nationals aged 15 to 29 who have graduated, are not currently studying and have been unemployed for at least 60 days.
The job-search allowance is NT$6,000 per month for up to 3 months, for a maximum total of NT$18,000.
Employment incentive payments are based on when the applicant finds a job and how long they remain employed, with a maximum payment of NT$30,000.
The entire application process is online. Applicants must register through TaiwanJobs and upload the required documents.
People employed by a business run by a relative are not eligible for the employment incentive payment.
If a father gives his child a house in Japan and U.S. stocks, does he still have to pay gift tax while living in Taiwan? Overseas assets are not necessarily exempt from reporting
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The article explains that when a donor is a Republic of China national who usually resides in Taiwan, gifts of a house in Japan or U.S. stocks to their children are still subject to Taiwan’s gift tax. The key factors are the donor’s residency status and where the assets are deemed to be located. It also discusses the tax exemption calculation and credits for taxes paid overseas.
Facts
Gifts of domestic and overseas property by Republic of China nationals who usually reside in Taiwan are subject to gift tax.
As a general rule, the donor is responsible for paying gift tax.
The definition of usually residing in Taiwan includes spending a total of more than 365 days in Taiwan during the 2 years before the gift is made.
The location of company stocks is determined by the location of the issuing entity’s or investee company’s principal office.
As a general rule, gifts totaling no more than NT$2.44 million in a calendar year are exempt from the requirement to file a gift tax return.
As a general rule, the value of gifted property is based on its market value at the time of the gift.
Gift tax paid on overseas assets can be credited against tax payable in Taiwan, but the credit is capped.
Latest on the universal NT$10,000 payout! Cho Jung-tai reveals it could arrive as early as this time; 6 counties and cities offer additional cash benefits first, with each person eligible to receive up to NT$10,000
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Premier Cho Jung-tai confirmed that the budget for the universal NT$10,000 payout has been submitted to the Legislative Yuan and could be disbursed as early as before the 2027 Lunar New Year. Meanwhile, 6 counties and cities and 7 townships are offering additional cash benefits first, under various programs including post-disaster recovery and living assistance. Deadlines and eligibility rules vary by location.
Facts
President Lai Ching-te announced that NT$10,000 in cash will be distributed to everyone next year. The Ministry of Finance has earmarked NT$235.7 billion for the program and included it in the central government's general budget.
If the NT$10,000 payout budget passes its third reading smoothly, distribution could begin as early as before the 2027 Lunar New Year, with Feb. 20, before the Lantern Festival, set as the latest target.
Wanrong Township in Hualien County began distributing economic stimulus vouchers of NT$5,000 per person on Sept. 18. The second-stage collection period runs through Sept. 30.
The third-stage paper application period for the NT$3,600 living assistance payment in Linnei Township, Yunlin County, runs from Sept. 14 to Dec. 31.
The third-stage bank transfer application period for the NT$2,000 local economic stimulus payment in Xikou Township, Chiayi County, ended on Sept. 28.
Applications for the NT$10,000 post-disaster economic recovery payment in Guangfu Township, Hualien County, closed on Aug. 10. The payment date has not yet been announced.
Yanping Township in Taitung County will raise its economic recovery payment to NT$5,000 and plans to distribute it before the 2027 Lunar New Year.
Ding Xian makes a stunning return to Taipei, opening at the Taipei Dome. A master chef serves up a legendary Tainan seafood feast, bringing Taiwanese banquet cuisine back to its peak.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Ding Xian Tainan Danzai Noodles, under 御嵿餐飲集團, has returned to Taipei, opening a new restaurant on the 8th floor of Far Eastern Garden City at the Taipei Dome, led by renowned chef Tsai Yueh-fu.
Facts
Ding Xian Tainan Danzai Noodles has officially returned to the Taipei market, opening at Far Eastern Garden City on the 8th floor of the Taipei Dome. It officially began operations on Oct. 29.
The Taipei Dome location is led by chef Tsai Yueh-fu, who has more than twenty years of banquet cuisine experience and has been recognized as one of the Top Ten Chefs at the Asia-Pacific Annual Food and Beverage Awards.
Ding Xian's Taipei Dome location is at 8F, No. 505, Section 4, Zhongxiao East Road, Xinyi District, Taipei City. The direct line is 02 2767 0168.
Seniors aged 65 and up are getting paid! Starting today, 9/30, residents in 1 county or city will receive NT$10,000 per person directly in their accounts. A look at the 2026 Double Ninth Festival senior benefits across Taiwan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The 2026 Double Ninth Festival senior benefit payments will be distributed across Taiwan's 22 counties and cities starting in September, with amounts ranging from NT$600 to NT$20,000 depending on age and location. Taichung City will launch payments first on Sept. 30, while New Taipei City is expected to disburse funds as early as mid-October. Residency duration and eligibility requirements vary by county and city.
Facts
The 2026 Double Ninth Festival, which falls on the ninth day of the ninth lunar month, will take place on Sunday, Oct. 18, on the Gregorian calendar.
The Taichung City Social Affairs Bureau expects more than 500,000 eligible seniors to receive the Double Ninth Festival benefit.
Taichung City will provide a Double Ninth Festival senior benefit of NT$2,000 per person to residents aged 65 to 89.
Taichung City will provide a Double Ninth Festival senior benefit of NT$10,000 per person to centenarians aged 100 and above.
To qualify for Taichung City's Double Ninth Festival senior benefit, residents must have been registered in the city before Aug. 27, 2026.
New Taipei City's Double Ninth Festival senior benefit tops out at NT$20,000 for seniors aged 100 and above.
Recipients of Hsinchu County's Double Ninth Festival senior benefit must meet the means test, with personal annual income below NT$500,000.
Market open update: Taiwan stocks defy Wall Street's decline, surge more than 500 points at the open and reclaim the 48,000-point level
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
U.S. stocks closed lower as Treasury yields hit a new high, but Taiwan stocks surged more than 500 points at the open on the 30th, reclaiming the 48,000-point level as the Taiwan index futures rose sharply overnight. Most heavyweight stocks advanced.
Facts
Taiwan index futures rose 698 points overnight, closing at 48,479 points.
The 30-year U.S. Treasury yield rose to 5.6206% intraday, its highest level since June 2002.
Taipei stocks opened 135.53 points higher on the 30th at 47,767.49 points.
U.S. job openings fell to 7.079 million in August, below market expectations.
New York Fed President Williams said the Fed could assess economic data after a rate hike and need not rush into another increase.
Government boosts payments to seniors! New policy takes effect, offering NT$15,000 per month with no means test. A guide to long-term care subsidies and how to apply
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Executive Yuan announced an increase in subsidies for residential long-term care facilities, raising monthly assistance for people with moderate to severe disabilities to NT$15,000, with an annual maximum of NT$180,000. The change is retroactive to Jan. 1, 2026. The new policy removes the means test, and applications opened on Sept. 14. Applications submitted by the end of October will receive priority review.
Facts
The monthly subsidy for people with moderate to severe disabilities residing in long-term care facilities has been raised from NT$10,000 to NT$15,000, with the annual maximum increasing from NT$120,000 to NT$180,000.
The increased subsidy is retroactive to Jan. 1, 2026.
The central government is also providing an additional NT$5,000 per month for people with disabilities living in residential care facilities.
The subsidy has fully eliminated the means test. It is available not only to low-income and lower-middle-income households, but also to other households that meet the eligibility requirements.
Under the new system, eligibility is assessed monthly. If a person actually resides in a facility for at least 1/2 of the calendar days in a given month, that month counts as 1 month of subsidy.
The first application period runs from Sept. 14, 2026, through Dec. 16. Applications submitted by the end of October will receive priority review.
There are 7 eligible types of facilities, including general nursing homes, psychiatric nursing homes, and elderly welfare institutions, excluding nursing beds.
What should you do if your car is parked at home but you receive a pile of traffic tickets? Don't rush to pay if your license plate has been cloned. Here's what to do
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A 20-year-old man in Hsinchu used a counterfeit license plate after his own plate was suspended, causing the registered owner of the legitimate plate to receive multiple traffic tickets. The National Police Agency said that once an owner files an appeal, the fines will be frozen; if an investigation confirms the claim, the tickets will be canceled. It advises drivers to compare the evidence photos and keep dashcam footage as proof.
Facts
A 20-year-old man surnamed Chen in Hsinchu allegedly bought a counterfeit license plate online and continued driving after his own plate was suspended, causing the legitimate plate's owner to receive tickets for violations they did not commit.
If you receive a ticket because your license plate was cloned, file an appeal with the relevant agency. The authority will freeze the fine while it investigates, so you do not need to pay it first.
Under current regulations, vehicle owners who use counterfeit, altered, or fraudulently obtained license plates face a fine of NT$72,000.
Drivers who use vehicles with counterfeit, altered, or fraudulently obtained license plates but are not the vehicle owners face a fine of NT$36,000.
Police reviewed surveillance footage and found the vehicle and driver suspected of using a counterfeit license plate, demonstrating how automated enforcement uses plate data to trace vehicle owners.
The News Lens: Can't TSMC get enough green power? Only 2 developers remain in the offshore wind 3-3 tender, sounding the alarm over a green power shortage in 2030
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Only CIP and 沃旭 remain as bidders in the offshore wind 3-3 selection process, after international developments and cautious bank financing prompted companies to withdraw. With projects due for completion after 2030, an awarded capacity of less than 1GW could trigger a green power shortage and hit the semiconductor industry.
Facts
The Ministry of Economic Affairs is set to complete the submission process for the offshore wind zone development 3-3 selection on the 30th.
Only CIP and 沃旭 remain interested in bidding for the offshore wind 3-3 project.
The offshore wind 3-3 projects are scheduled for completion after 2030.
The Ministry of Economic Affairs originally planned to release 3.6GW of offshore wind capacity.
If only 2 companies bid and their wind farms are located in the same area, the final awarded capacity will be less than 1GW.
The drone myth 7》Taiwan Can Help! U.S. defense unicorns scramble for a foothold, foreign companies say Taiwan's drone industry beats the world in this respect
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan's military drone industry is thriving. U.S. startups Anduril and Shield AI have established local subsidiaries, delegations from several countries have visited, and AIT and the Taichung City Government held a forum to expand business opportunities.
Facts
U.S. defense tech startups Anduril and Shield AI have both established subsidiaries in Taiwan.
In the first half of 2026, drone-related delegations from the United States, Czechia, Denmark, and Germany visited Taiwan.
The American Institute in Taiwan and the 台中市政府 jointly held a forum in early July this year.
A number of domestic and international companies exhibited at the Taipei International Aerospace and Defense Technology Exhibition last September.
Foreign companies hope to make Taiwan an important base in East Asia.
Does every person in Taiwan carry NT$257,000 in national debt? How is the “debt clock” calculated, and does it really mean each person owes the government NT$250,000?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Data released by the Ministry of Finance’s National Treasury Administration show that as of 2026年9月18日, central government debt totaled NT$5.9664 trillion, or an average burden of NT$257,000 per person. This is a statistical average, not an individual’s actual debt, and excludes local government debt and hidden liabilities.
Facts
As of 2026年9月18日, the outstanding balance of central government debt with a maturity of 1 year or more was NT$5.8664 trillion.
As of 2026年9月18日, the outstanding balance of central government debt with a maturity of less than 1 year was NT$100 billion.
Dividing the central government’s combined long- and short-term debt of NT$5.9664 trillion by the national population gives an average debt burden of about NT$257,000 per person.
The figures on the national debt clock reflect only the scale of public debt, not residents’ personal bank loans or mortgages.
Future contingent payment obligations, such as labor insurance and retirement benefits, are not included in the NT$257,000 figure on the national debt clock.
The Drone Myth 6》Can a non-red supply chain tolerate even 1 gram of Chinese material? Taiwan can make drone batteries and motors, but cannot get around China’s rare earths
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The article analyzes Taiwan’s drone industry and its efforts to promote a “non-red supply chain.” Although Taiwan can manufacture batteries and motors, it remains difficult to break away from supplies of Chinese rare earths and materials. Without clear alternatives, removing Chinese inputs will drive up costs without reducing risk.
Facts
Taking apart a drone reveals components tied to Chinese supply chains, including its cells, cathode and anode materials, graphite, rare-earth magnets and flight-control parts.
Establishing a non-red supply chain is considered necessary for national security.
Without clear definitions, a timeline for alternatives and sufficient market scale, a wholesale shift away from Chinese inputs could send costs soaring without truly reducing risk.
It is not difficult to put a “Made in Taiwan” label on a drone’s fuselage.
【The Journalist】TMU sets up insurance consultation kiosk, touching a nerve over claims
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
An insurance consultation kiosk at Taipei Medical University Hospital has drawn attention. At a Financial Supervisory Commission meeting, a life insurance claims executive shared a case illustrating the convenience of doctors proactively informing patients of out-of-pocket costs so they can immediately receive insurance advice.
Facts
臺北醫學大學附設醫院 has an insurance consultation kiosk at the ophthalmology entrance on the 2nd floor of its First Medical Building.
The insurance consultation kiosk has been in place for more than a year.
The kiosk became a focus of attention at a closed-door seminar hosted by 金管會保險局.
A life insurance company claims department executive spoke at a closed-door seminar held by 金管會保險局.
Doctors may proactively tell policyholders about new treatments not covered by National Health Insurance and estimate the out-of-pocket cost.
An insurance consultation booth outside a doctor’s office is seen as an example of good hospital service.
The Drone Myth 5》Are drones the new guardian mountain of Taiwan? The US sees Taiwan’s manufacturing capabilities, but Taiwan still has to scale 3 supply-chain mountains
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Russia-Ukraine war and the US-Iran war are turning drones from aerospace luxury goods into industrial consumables. The United States is looking for a non-red supply chain and sees Taiwan’s diverse manufacturing capabilities as a way to build a new strategic industry chain.
Facts
The Russia-Ukraine war is turning drones from expensive, low-volume aerospace luxury goods into industrial consumables that can be mass-produced.
The US-Iran war is also changing how drones are produced.
The United States is looking for a non-red supply chain.
Taiwan has manufacturing capabilities in chips, electronics, optics, motors, molds, plastics, carbon fiber and precision machinery.
For the first time, related industries in Taiwan have an opportunity to be brought together into a new strategic industry chain.
The United States is turning to Taiwan for reasons beyond chips.
Behind the scenes》Was Chiang Wan-an really rattled? Something feels off about the “ocean current”; Shen Po-yang’s team starts appearing “out of nowhere”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In the 2026 Taipei mayoral race, DPP candidate Shen Po-yang has generated an “ocean current” effect, prompting incumbent KMT Mayor Chiang Wan-an to shift from underestimating his opponent to exercising caution and reiterating that he is treading on thin ice.
Facts
In the 2026 local elections, Shen Po-yang is the DPP’s candidate for Taipei mayor.
Shen Po-yang has generated an “ocean current” in the race, rapidly closing the gap.
KMT Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an initially assigned only Yin Wei to respond.
Chiang Wan-an reiterated the attitude he had during the 2022 election campaign.
The campaign team behind Shen Po-yang is seen as a key force shaking up the race.
The Drone Myth 4》Can Taiwan’s drones fight? 3 major system gaps remain unfilled, leaving 210,000 aircraft planned over 6 years unable to reach the battlefield
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan’s government plans to expand its drone fleet to 210,000 within 6 years, but analysts say the move will be ineffective without system integration.
Facts
The government plans to expand Taiwan’s drone fleet to 210,000 over 6 years.
The key to combat effectiveness is not the number of aircraft in warehouses, but an entire system of integrated capabilities.
For drones to become an immediate combat capability, they need systems for target reconnaissance, a shared operational picture, command and communications, and weapons allocation.
Without filling gaps in its systems, Taiwan’s drones will be difficult to deploy on the battlefield.
The Drone Myth 3》The Russia-Ukraine war forged a model of asymmetric warfare! Taiwan’s procurement process is still not complete, while Ukraine’s drones have already gone through dozens of iterations
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
National Defense Magazine says Ukraine is a laboratory for a new form of warfare. Concerns about an interruption in US aid arose after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was humiliated by Donald Trump and JD Vance at the White House in February (month 2) last year.
Facts
National Defense Magazine considers Ukraine a laboratory for developing the next generation of warfare.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was publicly humiliated by US President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance at the White House in February last year.
Trump said Zelensky had no cards to play.
Vance criticized Ukraine for being ungrateful to the United States.
At the time, half of Ukraine’s foreign aid came from the United States.
The Drone Myth 2》“The US military cannot create a hellscape in the Taiwan Strait” Lee Hsi-ming speaks against the tide: Taiwan can only rely on itself for its defense
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In an interview with 風傳媒, former Chief of the General Staff Lee Hsi-ming criticized the prevailing view that Taiwan can rely excessively on drones to repel foreign enemies. He said the US military’s “hellscape” strategy is not suitable for Taiwan, stressing that defense must be rooted in domestic self-reliance. He also reiterated the importance of the “Overall Defense Concept” and an asymmetric deterrence strategy, which he has advocated for many years.
Facts
Former Chief of the General Staff General Lee Hsi-ming criticized arguments for drone-based defense in an interview with 風傳媒.
Lee Hsi-ming believes Taiwan’s defense must be rooted in its own territory rather than relying on the United States.
Lee Hsi-ming takes a cautious and critical view of the idea that drones are a cure-all for defending Taiwan.
Lee Hsi-ming is the founder and advocate of the “Overall Defense Concept.”
Lee Hsi-ming served as captain of the submarine Hai Hu during the 1996 Taiwan Strait Crisis.
Exclusive》Mid-Autumn outing in Tianliao turns frightening! 1-year-old baby accidentally swallows 1-centimeter shard of glass in porridge; restaurant “banged hard on” container, cracked it and still served the food, parents furious
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A 1-year-old baby accidentally ate glass at 綠景休閒餐廳 in Tianliao, Kaohsiung, after an employee struck a glass food container hard enough to break it, mixing shards into the porridge fed to the child.
Facts
The incident occurred during the 9/26 Mid-Autumn Festival holiday at 綠景休閒餐廳 in Tianliao District, Kaohsiung City.
A married couple surnamed Wang went to the restaurant with their 1-year-old baby.
An employee turned over a glass food container provided by a customer and struck it hard against a plate, causing a corner of the container to crack.
An X-ray examination showed a suspected glass object measuring more than 0.5 centimeters in the baby’s stomach, according to the doctor.
2 days after the incident (the 28th), the baby passed a glass shard measuring more than 1 centimeter in diameter.
The bill at the time of the incident was NT$3,600, and the restaurant agreed to deduct only NT$1,000.
A front-desk employee said the staff had limited education and poor emergency response skills, highlighting shortcomings in employee training.
Already received your labor insurance pension? Can you still get the farmers’ allowance? Exceptions apply to this group who joined before “87年11月12日”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The article explains that people who have received labor insurance old-age benefits may still apply for the farmers’ allowance if they joined farmers’ insurance before 民國87年11月12日 and maintained uninterrupted coverage.
Facts
People who have received old-age benefits from social insurance may still qualify for the farmers’ allowance if they were already enrolled in farmers’ insurance before 民國87年11月12日 and their enrollment eligibility was not interrupted.
The farmers’ allowance program began in 民國84年6月 to support farmers in their later years.
The full monthly farmers’ allowance for eligible recipients is NT$8,110.
The half-rate farmers' allowance is 4,055 yuan per month and applies to those who joined farmers' insurance before July 17, 103, and had at least 6 months but less than 15 years of coverage.
Social insurance old-age benefits include pension benefits under public-service and teachers' insurance, old-age benefits under labor insurance, and discharge benefits under military insurance.