Lin Chi-hsing's Viewpoint: Reflections on Goodwill Between Trump and Xi and Cross-Strait Relations
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Lin Chi-hsing analyzes the cordial interaction between Trump and Xi and differences in cross-strait poll results, criticizes pro-green media for distorting the facts, and calls for goodwill to promote peace and shared prosperity across the Taiwan Strait.
Facts
A survey by the Carter Center and Emory University in the United States found that mainland Chinese respondents rated Taiwan an average of 61 points in favorability, the highest score among Europe, the Americas, Asia and other regions.
Taiwanese respondents gave mainland China a favorability rating of just 38 points, according to a poll by the Taiwan Institute for Democracy.
President Lai declared that the mainland would "reunify Taiwan by force" in 2027.
A United Daily News report headlined the U.S. poll: 三分之二 of mainland Chinese support resolving cross-strait issues peacefully.
A Liberty Times report headlined the same poll: 77% support attacking Kinmen and Matsu.
Andrew J. Nathan's essay: Outstanding—Remembering Jerome A. Cohen
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Columbia University professor Andrew J. Nathan wrote an obituary for Chinese legal expert Jerome A. Cohen, reflecting on his outstanding contributions and influence in pioneering the study of Chinese law, promoting commercial law exchanges between China and the United States, and defending human rights.
Facts
Andrew J. Nathan and Jerome A. Cohen met in 1962 while undergraduates at 哈佛大學.
Jerome A. Cohen founded the East Asian Legal Studies Program at Harvard Law School.
Jerome A. Cohen visited China in 1972 and moved to Beijing in 1979.
Jerome A. Cohen arranged for Chen Guangcheng to enter 紐約大學 as a visiting scholar.
Jerome A. Cohen's wife, Joan, became an expert in contemporary Chinese art, as did his younger son, Ethan.
Jerome A. Cohen's memoir is titled East-West Passage: A Life in Law.
Yu Jianhong's Viewpoint: Which scenes in Clash would better help rehabilitate Wang Jingwei's reputation by 55%?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Military history researcher Hsu Chien-hung argues that the Chinese Communist Party has already rehabilitated Wang Jingwei by about 50% through film and television works such as When the World Was Vast and Glory of Blood. These works present a positive image of him in his early years. Hsu also notes that the spy plot in the new drama Clash could improve Wang's historical standing, and estimates that the overall rehabilitation rate will exceed 60%.
Facts
Hsu Chien-hung believes the Chinese Communist Party has rehabilitated Wang Jingwei by 50% through works such as When the World Was Vast.
The Kuomintang's display of a photograph of Wang in 2007 counts as only 5% rehabilitation.
Clash notes that intelligence work is characterized by twists and turns.
Hsieh Chin-fang's column: In a Time of Crisis, Who Is Willing to Stand by Your Side?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Israel's representative to Taiwan, Zhuo Yiluo, thanked Taiwan for its support after the October 7 terrorist attack and warned that counterterrorism requires international cooperation. The article says the Gaza war has pushed Israeli society to the right, support for a "two-state solution" has hit a low, and prospects for peace are dim.
Facts
Israel's representative to Taiwan, Zhuo Yiluo, thanked Taiwan for its support in a time of crisis while speaking at an October 7 memorial event.
A survey in July 2026 showed that support in Israel for a "two-state solution" had fallen to 31%.
A poll released by Pew Research Center on September 15 found that just 17% of Israelis support a "two-state solution".
A co-pilot on Dubai Air Flight 1073 attacked the captain, but passengers and crew subdued the co-pilot and averted disaster.
Former Israeli diplomat Alon Liel said the war has narrowed the political space for peace negotiations.
One male student involved in the case posted in the fraternity's Snapchat group, openly inviting others to join the sexual assault.
In 二○二五年九月, the victim filed a civil lawsuit in New York state court, and prosecutors reopened the criminal investigation.
Original康乃爾大學舉行十二場聽證會，僅開除兩人，其餘五人遭停學或以撰寫反省報告減輕處分。
Fraternity culture has long been part of U.S. campuses, where incidents range from initiation rituals involving forced drinking that lead to deaths to repeated cases of group sexual assault.
Taiwan's Gender Equality Three Acts were amended and took effect in 二○二三年, strengthening procedures for handling gender-related incidents on campus.
The author, Wang Chih-hsiung, is a professor at the University of Illinois Chicago.
Yao Wencheng's view: Two lives still don't count as “multiple people”? The public wants only one standard applied equally.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Yao Wencheng, an associate professor at Chinese Culture University, criticized the first-instance ruling in the Tucheng double-murder case for narrowly defining “killing multiple people” as killing 三 or more, questioning whether the court had fully considered the value of the victims' lives. He urged the court in the second instance to clarify sentencing standards and restore public trust in the rule of law.
Facts
In the ruling on the Tucheng double-murder case released by the New Taipei District Court, the judge said that, under the intent of Constitutional Court Judgment 113-Hsien-Pan-字第8號, killing multiple people should be understood to mean killing a majority, requiring at least 三 people.
Constitutional Court Judgment 113-Hsien-Pan-字第8號 states that the death penalty for intentional homicide may be applied only when the circumstances of an individual case are among the most serious.
Constitutional Court Judgment 113-Hsien-Pan-字第8號 explicitly states that the relevant criminal circumstances are illustrative, not exhaustive.
Under Article 77 of the current Criminal Code, prisoners serving life sentences must actually serve more than 25 years and show concrete signs of remorse to qualify for parole proceedings under the law.
Ministry of Justice statistics show that 657 prisoners serving life sentences were released on parole from 102年 through 111年, including 222 people convicted of homicide, accounting for 33.8%.
In the Tucheng double-murder case, the defendant chased down his wife and sister-in-law, then attacked them with a knife and an aluminum bat, killing 兩 people.
The author, Yao Wencheng, is an associate professor at Chinese Culture University.
Hsu Yung-hsiang's column: Even the U.S. military can't resist the F-16V Block70's appeal—why fourth-generation-plus fighters are making a comeback
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Hsu Yung-hsiang analyzes the return of F-16V Block 70s to Taiwan and the U.S. military's purchase of F-15EXs, saying fourth-generation-plus fighters are making a comeback because fifth-generation aircraft are costly and new technologies have reduced the need for stealth. He recommends that Taiwan consider building an entirely new Indigenous Defense Fighter to address the aging of its current fleet.
Facts
The U.S. Air Force increased its planned purchases of F-15EXs to 267 aircraft.
The F-35's maintenance cost reaches $42,000 per flight hour.
The AN/APG-83 SABR radar used by the F-16V has a detection range 30% greater than before the upgrade.
The F-15EX's maintenance cost is initially $29,000, and can later be reduced to $17,000.
The U.S. Air Force has signed contracts to purchase 120 F-15EXs over the past few years.
Opinion: Who is Old Wang? Did he forget to turn off the microphone, or was it a carefully staged “accident”?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
During the Kaohsiung mayoral election, a private conversation about a candidate trailing by 十 percentage points was inadvertently broadcast because a microphone was left on, sparking debate over whether the media had prematurely called the race. The author criticized the media for treating unverified information as a verdict on the election without adequate fact-checking, damaging the credibility of journalism and the legitimacy of democratic processes.
Facts
A private conversation between a radio host and a reporter was accidentally broadcast because a microphone was left on. It mentioned a 十-percentage-point deficit.
There is currently insufficient evidence to conclude that the incident was staged.
The source of the information remains unverified, yet a conclusion about who won and lost has already been packaged and put on the market.
The article notes that Taiwan has gradually expanded the space for public expression through the lifting of martial law, the end of the press ban, and the opening of broadcasting.
Forgetting to turn off a microphone is a production mishap; failing to fact-check is a failure of journalistic professionalism.
Opinion: Democracy Without Angels—Rethinking the Political Savior Complex Through the “Ocean Current Phenomenon”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
An assistant professor of political science at Hampton University reflects on the “ocean current phenomenon” sparked by Shen Po-yang, warning of the dangers the political savior complex poses to democracy and arguing for a mature civic oversight system grounded in vigilance about human nature.
Facts
Dr. Shen Po-yang has stirred an unmistakable “ocean current phenomenon” in politics and on social media.
The author says the phenomenon is essentially a recurrence of the “A-Bian whirlwind” of 二十 years ago and the “Ko Wen-je phenomenon” of 十 years ago.
The author cites Madison's Federalist No. 51, which says that if men were angels, no government would be necessary.
The author says that when supporters place politicians on a pedestal, they are voluntarily surrendering democracy's most precious weapon: the power to criticize.
The author is an assistant professor of political science at Hampton University.
Tsai Pei-ling’s View: Rebuilding Trust Amid the Challenge of Financial Crime
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Soochow University Associate Professor Tsai Pei-ling analyzes the shift in financial crime in Taiwan from external threats to insider activity, noting that multiple major cases of insider collusion between 2023 and 2026 show the inadequacy of existing compliance frameworks. She advocates establishing an “integrity index” to quantify and disclose financial institutions’ ethical standards and governance performance, and stresses that AI can only assist with detection and cannot replace the essential role humans play in upholding integrity.
Facts
From 2021 to 2026, the financial crime landscape underwent a disruptive change, with criminals shifting their focus from outside financial institutions to insiders.
In a 2025 case, a bank branch manager assisted a criminal group, with the amount laundered reaching NT$3.64 billion.
In 2026, a nationwide supervisory inspection by the Financial Supervisory Commission found that 15 financial institutions and more than 70 employees were involved in misconduct.
The author recommends establishing an “integrity index” to supplement existing financial indicators and publicly measure the integrity of financial institutions.
The author believes artificial intelligence cannot create integrity; its role should be to help safeguard integrity, not replace humans.
In 2023, employees at two banks were found to have colluded with fraud groups and illegally raised customers’ transfer limits.
In 2024, a bank employee and spouse used their positions at the bank to recruit cryptocurrency operators to set up shell companies and assist with money laundering.
Chang Ching-jui’s View: From Effort to Achievement—The “Sandbox” Is a Clever Management Tool; Don’t Just Keep Banging Your Head Against the Wall
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Drawing on the physics principle of virtual work, former acting National Taiwan University president Chang Ching-jui criticizes the fallacy of managers blindly investing resources in “real work.” He advocates using “virtual displacements,” such as small-scale pilot programs, to test organizational resistance and achieve effective management.
Facts
Chang Ching-jui is a former acting National Taiwan University president who taught physics for 30 years.
Chang Ching-jui once promoted an alliance among National Taiwan University, National Taiwan Normal University and National Taiwan University of Science and Technology.
Cross-university course enrollment at the three universities totaled 72,614 student enrollments.
“Real work” in management includes opening an entirely new production line, launching a new product or signing a high-value procurement contract.
Pilot programs are considered a form of “virtual displacement” in management.
Chung Chiao’s Essay: The Journey Home to Ithaca—Resonating with The Odyssey
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Chung Chiao’s essay explores the intersection of theater rehearsals and historical memory, recreating memories of the victims at Liuzhangli and Machangting through dialogue between fictional characters.
Facts
The article describes scenes of light entering and characters conversing in the playwright’s mind before a theater rehearsal.
The article touches on memories of victims at the Liuzhangli mass grave and describes a mother searching for her son’s soul on a desolate hillside.
The characters’ accounts touch on the historical detail of small tombstones being discarded after executions at the fascist execution ground in Machangting.
The article references the songs of the Sirens in Greek mythology as a warning symbolizing the tearing of memory and cries silenced.
Opinion: Tsai Kang-yung Targeted in a Witch Hunt—Commercial Interests Must Not Become a Weapon for Censoring Democracy
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
After Tsai Kang-yung attended a campaign rally for a political figure, mainland commentators labeled him a two-faced person, prompting mainland companies to take down promotional materials and issue statements. The author views this as an attempt by the Chinese Communist Party to interfere in Taiwan’s democracy through economic coercion and create a chilling effect.
Facts
After entertainer Tsai Kang-yung attended a campaign rally for a candidate for political office in Taiwan, mainland political commentators branded him a “two-faced person.”
Mainland companies swiftly took down Tsai Kang-yung’s promotional materials and issued statements of loyalty after the incident.
The author believes the incident is a concrete example of the Chinese Communist Party using economic coercion to impose authoritarian red lines within Taiwan.
The Chinese Communist Party is attempting to forcibly turn ordinary commercial partnerships and entertainment activities into contracts of political allegiance.
The Chinese Communist Party’s real aim in launching the witch hunt is to create a widespread chilling effect within Taiwan.
Opinion: When “Transitional Justice” Transforms into Another Injustice—Transitional Justice Is About More Than Assigning Responsibility
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A retired university administrator writes to criticize the current implementation of transitional justice in Taiwan, accusing it of focusing excessively on political retribution while neglecting social reconciliation. The author stresses the need to recognize the contributions of earlier generations to the economy and education, opposes erasing historical memory in the name of justice, and calls for a return to the original aims of uncovering the truth and promoting reconciliation.
Facts
The work of transitional justice includes truth recovery, accountability, reparations and restoration, one purpose of which is to promote social reconciliation.
South Africa used its Truth and Reconciliation Commission to give victims a chance to speak about their suffering, while Germany reflected on its Nazi past through accountability and historical education.
Behind Taiwan’s Suhua Coast Highway lies the hard work of veterans who helped build the road; the development of higher education also involved the efforts of the Nationalist government and educators.
The installation of a Chiang Kai-shek statue in a public area involves public policy, but if it is the property of a private school, the school’s legally protected rights should be respected.
The author believes that when transitional justice is used to create division and tear society apart, it may stray from its original purpose.
Opinion: Behind a Developer’s Decision to Cut Four Floors from a Project Worth Billions—The “Dual Failure” of Height Restrictions and Oversight
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Zone B of 國泰置地廣場 was ordered to be demolished for violating aviation height restrictions, exposing shortcomings in building management and aviation oversight.
Facts
Zone B of 國泰置地廣場 in Qingpu, Taoyuan, was forced to be demolished for exceeding aviation height restrictions.
The design team set the building height at 59.9 meters to avoid a project review.
The site’s actual permitted height was only about 42 meters.
The protruding obstacle reached 17 meters in height.
Under the Civil Aviation Act, buildings exceeding 60 meters must undergo a project review.
The Department of Building Administration conducted only an administrative review of document completeness under Article 34 of the Building Act.
The author is Shih Liang-chou, who holds a master’s degree from the Graduate Institute of Architecture and Urban Design at Chinese Culture University.
Shikoku's first newly built アパホテル opens in front of Matsuyama Station in Ehime Prefecture
Published ・ Source Japan | m3.com
Shikoku's first newly built アパホテル opens in front of Matsuyama Station in Ehime Prefecture. A 3-minute walk from 伊予鉄道's Matsuyama City Station, with convenient access to Matsuyama Gintengai, Matsuyama Castle and Dogo Onsen.
Were you able to use up your paid leave before leaving a job or transferring?
Published ・ Source Japan | m3.com
An introduction to an m3.com members-only content feature in which experienced experts and doctors answer questions about using up paid leave before leaving a job or transferring.
[Manga] Cheaper and safer than dating apps? What dating looks like these days
Published ・ Source Japan | m3.com
Following a survey finding that 1 in 3 young people do not intend to marry, local governments are offering matchmaking support to address the declining marriage rate. In particular, AI-powered matchmaking apps have become mainstream in Tokyo.
Good Morning World》National Day Address: President Says Taiwan Will Courageously and Confidently Build a “City Upon a Hill”; More Defense Investment Is Not Provocation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
President Lai Ching-te delivered an address at the National Day celebration, calling on Taiwan to build a “city upon a hill” and stressing that increased defense investment is not intended as provocation. The government plans to distribute an AI dividend of NT$10,000 to each person and raise social welfare allowances. Former President Tsai Ing-wen met with members of the Silicon Valley tech community during a visit to the United States. Internationally, the United States sanctioned the International Criminal Court after the Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to a South African legal scholar, drawing opposition from Europe; Russia agreed to supply diesel to bring down prices, and the United States temporarily lifted related sanctions; and a magnitude-7.7 earthquake struck Panama.
Facts
Full-year growth rate expected to exceed 11%
NT$10,000 AI dividend for everyone
Accelerate the development of 13 core strategic industries
More than 220 foreign guests and representatives of diplomatic missions in Taiwan attended
More than 800 people attended
More than 100 northbound trains will be added
Add 8 trains and expand non-reserved seating
Original西部客運還有約4成空位
Original東部則有近7成
1.2 times the weekday annual average
Northbound traffic is 1.3 times the weekday level
Traffic jams could last 11 hours
A shallow, powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.7
Taiwan’s Representative to Germany Writes in 南德日報: Taiwan Is an Indispensable Economic Partner for Germany
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan’s representative to Germany, Ku Jui-sheng, wrote in 南德日報 that Taiwan and Germany complement each other in key technologies, deeper cooperation can strengthen Europe’s economic resilience, and Taiwan is an indispensable economic partner for Germany.
Facts
Global economic losses could reach US$10 trillion
About 10% of global gross domestic product (GDP)
Original台灣生產全球超過6成半導體
Original9成以上先進晶片
Original供應全球逾9成AI伺服器
This investment of more than 10 billion euros
Create about 2,000 high-tech jobs
The EU’s goal of increasing its share of the global semiconductor market to 20% by 2030
Increase its share of the global semiconductor market to 20%
Lai’s National Day Address: US Scholars Say Cross-Strait Tone Is Moderate and Threats Are Viewed Pragmatically
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
US scholars Richard Bush and Bonnie Glaser analyzed President Lai Ching-te’s National Day address, saying its approach to cross-strait relations was moderate, that it viewed threats pragmatically and remained open to dialogue; they also stressed the importance of respecting the right of the people of Taiwan to exist and the historical facts of World War II.
Riyadh airport hit for 3rd time in a week, killing 12; West urges people to avoid area
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Riyadh International Airport in the Saudi capital was hit for the 3rd time in a week, leaving at least 12 dead and 309 injured. Western countries urged their citizens to avoid the area, while U.S. President Donald Trump said he would assess whether to join Saudi Arabia’s airstrikes against the Houthi movement.
Facts
Attacked for the 3rd time in a week
Killing at least 12 people
Another 309 people were injured
Including 4 Saudi citizens
2 Bangladeshis
1 U.S. citizen
1 Egyptian
1 Jordanian
1 Syrian
1 Palestinian
1 Sudanese
The city of Riyadh, serving a population of about 8 million
Attacks earlier this week had already killed 4 people
【ＢＳ日テレ】Hayashiya Kikuzō, nearing 89, eager to return to “Shōten”?! Shunpūtei Ichinosuke has a pointed word for young rakugo performers! “Young Ōgiri Members” announced!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
On the Oct. 13 broadcast of BS日テレ's 『笑点特大号』, Shunpūtei Ichinosuke hosted and announced 5 young rakugo performers as regular “Young Ōgiri Members.” Hayashiya Kikuzō and Sanyūtei Enraku also appeared, and Kikuzō expressed his eagerness to return to the terrestrial broadcast of “Shōten” as he approaches 89.
一般社団法人夢洲新産業・都市創造機構 will hold the “2nd ‘World Setouchi’ Forum” on Oct. 14, 2026. The forum will discuss international development around Osaka Bay and the Seto Inland Sea, as well as the potential for high-value-added businesses, drawing on the legacy of the Osaka-Kansai Expo.
Facts
October 14, 2026 (Wed.)
14:30 ～16:30
Free
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人夢洲新産業・都市創造機構、経済産業省、(一社)関西経済同友会、大阪商工会議所、(公)大阪観光局、関西エアポート（株）、NOT A HOTEL（株）、(株) 商船三井、(株) 日本総合研究所
“Talking Circle with Psychologist Yumi-san,” an opportunity for parents and children to talk together
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
特定非営利活動法人ほっぺ will hold “Psychologist Yumi's Talking Circle,” a parent-child dialogue event led by psychologist Yumi, on Oct. 27, 2026, at コープこうべ's Cooperative Academy in Miki City.
Held Oct. 20 (Tue.)! 2nd Co-creation Forum: Sharing Japan's appeal with the world!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
日本首長連合 and 一般社団法人夢洲新産業・都市創造機構 will hold the 2nd Co-creation Forum on Oct. 20, 2026, to promote regional development through the World Masters Games 2027 Kansai, scheduled for 2027.
Facts
2027
Approximately 650 mayors and heads of municipalities nationwide
Approximately 670 mayors and heads of municipalities nationwide
株式会社瀬戸内百姓 has launched an official gift site for “Setouchi Fluffy Lemopy,” a confectionery from the 怪獣レモン brand, and will strengthen its corporate gift offerings.
台端興業 announced its fund holdings as of Oct. 10, 115. The investment balance was about NT$1.699 billion, but the fair value was assessed at NT$0. The company also had about NT$65.06 million in unpaid redemption receivables that had been impaired, and said it would take legal action to protect its interests.
【廣宇】(Supplement to the announcement dated 115/01/20) Board approves investment to acquire shares in Magnax BV
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
廣宇 (2328) said its board approved an investment using its own funds to acquire shares in Magnax BV on Jan. 20, 115. The investment totals about EUR 23.8 million and gives it a 38.24% stake, as a long-term investment.
Facts
廣宇 announced that its board approved an investment to acquire shares in Magnax BV; the date of occurrence was 115/10/9.
The transaction involved a total of 1,088,902 shares, including 967,078 preferred shares and 121,824 common shares.
The total transaction amount was EUR 23,801,008, with an average price of about EUR 21.86 per unit.
To date, 廣宇 has accumulated a stake of about 38.24% in Magnax BV.
The investment represents 6.99% of 廣宇’s total assets and 8.43% of its owners’ equity, based on its most recent financial statements.