President 賴: Taiwan-US trade based on reciprocity; seeks to retain original terms in ongoing Section 301 investigation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
President 賴清德 said Taiwan-US trade is based on reciprocity. In response to the US Section 301 investigation, the government will make every effort to secure the terms previously agreed by both sides, including a 15% reciprocal tariff that is not stacked and treatment on par with Japan and South Korea.
Facts
Taiwan's export value is estimated to reach 900 billion US dollars this year
15% reciprocal tariff, not stacked
Taiwan has secured 10% and non-stacking most-favored-nation treatment
Blue-white alliance pushes to schedule bill exempting seniors from health insurance premiums for review at 立法院; Green camp: funding source must be clarified
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Taiwan People's Party caucus plans to put a bill exempting seniors from health insurance premiums on the 立法院 agenda. 民進黨 caucus whip 莊瑞雄 and secretary-general 范雲 oppose rushing it directly to a second reading, calling for a clear funding-sharing arrangement and recommending committee discussion.
中經院 raises 2026 economic growth forecast to 12.16% as domestic and external demand heat up
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
中華經濟研究院 raised its forecast for Taiwan's economic growth in 2026 to 12.16%, the highest since 1988, mainly on the back of AI-driven strength in both exports and domestic demand. It also raised its CPI forecast to 2.06% amid conflict in the Middle East and persistently high oil prices. Experts said AI's fundamentals are strong and there is no bubble, but flagged the rising capital expenditure base and regulatory risks.
Taiwan dollar slides 2 jiao by midday, provisionally closes at 32.465
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Taiwan dollar provisionally closed at 32.465 against the US dollar at noon in the Taipei foreign exchange market, down 2 jiao, with trading volume reaching 2.571 billion US dollars.
Chiang Wan-an: Lower urban renewal threshold to 50%, raise floor-area ratio for large-scale projects to 300%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an announced that the urban renewal threshold would be lowered to 50% and the benchmark floor-area ratio for large-scale projects raised to 300%. On the proposed relocation of Songshan Airport, he said a headquarters deal signed by 輝達 would be a key timing factor and expressed hope of discussing a solution with the central government.
South Korean expert: Opening of New Yalu River Bridge makes North Korea more reliant on China
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
South Korean expert Jeong Eun-ri said the new China-North Korea Yalu River Bridge officially opened on the 15th, a move that will make North Korea more economically reliant on China, despite Pyongyang’s efforts to use its ties with Russia as a bargaining chip.
Facts
Completed in 2014
Officially opened on the 15th, more than a decade later
Officially opened on the 15th
A connecting road on its side was not built until 2019
Trump says U.S. discussing denuclearization with Russia and China; hopes major powers will jointly reduce nuclear arsenals
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
U.S. President Trump said Washington is holding talks with Russia and China on nuclear disarmament, and expects China’s nuclear arsenal to catch up with that of the United States within the next 5 years.
Hsu Kuo-yung: 民進黨 aims for strong results in 19 counties and cities; poll numbers and crowds do not guarantee victory
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
民進黨 Secretary-General Hsu Kuo-yung said the party’s central headquarters conducts local polls 1 to 2 times a week to guide strategic adjustments. He stressed that poll numbers and crowds do not guarantee victory and hopes the 19 counties and cities where the party has nominated candidates will achieve strong results in year-end local elections.
衛武營’s “A Map That Dances Out” exhibition traces dance memories across different eras
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
衛武營 presents the “A Map That Dances Out” exhibition, tracing dance memories across different eras through oral histories, documents and images. The exhibition runs through Jan. 24, 2027.
Oregon elementary school shooting leaves 3 children and 1 teacher dead; armed civilian pursues gunman into school and kills him
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, left 3 children and 1 teacher dead. An armed civilian pursued the 16-year-old gunman into the school and shot him dead. Gov. Kotek thanked the civilian for bravely intervening to prevent further casualties.
Bets placed overseas on Taiwan county and city mayoral elections; Nantou prosecutors take action against bettor
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Nantou prosecutors said they found that an engineer surnamed Chen had used the overseas decentralized prediction platform Polymarket to bet cryptocurrency on Taiwan county and city mayoral elections. Prosecutors ordered him released on NT$50,000 bail under the Public Officials Election and Recall Act and seized stablecoins.
Facts
Ordered released on NT$50,000 bail
Purchased about 1,090 U.S. dollar stablecoins
Equivalent to about NT$34,899
Placed bets using about 560 stablecoins
Betting markets on the elections for leaders of 5 counties and cities
Chang Yi-an and Hsu Chen-wei head to Japan together, sign development contracts with 歐力士
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
日本職棒歐力士猛牛隊 announced that it had signed Taiwanese prospects Chang Yi-an and Hsu Chen-wei to development-player contracts. They will wear numbers 153 and 131, respectively, and are expected to attend a signing press conference on the 18th and take part in fall training.
Rallying a new generation of candidates, Shen Po-yang: Singing a song of courage in hopes of changing their hometowns
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
民進黨 held a news conference to introduce a new generation of local candidates under the slogan “Courage for Our Hometowns.” Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang and several township and city mayoral candidates under 40 pledged to return home and bring change, and read a joint declaration.
光寶科 signs NT$36 billion syndicated loan, incorporating sustainability-linked terms for the first time
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
光寶科 signed an NT$36 billion equivalent sustainability-linked syndicated loan, its first of this kind. 台北富邦銀行 served as the lead arranger, and the funds will be used to boost working capital and cover overseas capital expenditures.
Facts
A sustainability-linked syndicated loan equivalent to NT$36 billion
How close a relative is with colorectal cancer matters, doctor says; closer family ties mean higher risk
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A doctor warned that colorectal cancer risk is linked to how closely related a family member is. People with a first-degree relative who has a history of colorectal polyps or colorectal cancer face 2 to 4 times the risk of the general population. Those with a family history are advised to begin screening at age 40.
Facts
The No. 2 cancer by number of cases
An average of 1 person is diagnosed every 28 minutes
Original高達2成病患初診即為第4期
Risk is 2 to 4 times that of the general population
Begin screening early, at age 40
Diagnosed before age 50
The general recommendation is to begin colonoscopies at age 45 to 50
Begin screening 10 years earlier
Cancer risk is 1.5 to 2 times that of the general population
Fecal occult blood tests every 2 years starting at age 45
Silicon Valley chip startup targets scientific computing; Zeus GPU to use 台積電 process
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Silicon Valley chip startup Bolt Graphics is seeking to raise about US$100 million at a valuation of about US$700 million. Its Zeus GPU will use a process from 台積電, with the goal of competing with 輝達 and 超微.
Facts
About US$100 million in fundraising
Company valuation of about US$700 million
About 6 years spent on chip and hardware research and development
President: Won't sacrifice sustainability for short-term gains; experts should decide on nuclear power restart
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
President Lai Ching-te said sustainability should not be overlooked for short-term gains and that experts should decide whether to restart nuclear power. Taipower has begun the restart process, which will move forward if there is social consensus and nuclear safety and waste concerns are addressed.
Fish entrails dumped at office; New Taipei Xinzhuang borough chief suspected of staging incident, released on NT$30,000 bail
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Huang Guoxun, head of Touqian Borough in Xinzhuang, New Taipei, reported that fish entrails had been dumped at his office. Police found that he had brought the entrails into the office himself and suspected he had staged the incident and made a false report. Prosecutors granted him release on NT$30,000 bail.
Factory fire in Bucheon, South Korea, leaves 2 firefighters seriously injured, 1 in cardiac arrest
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A fire broke out at a metal injection-printing factory in Bucheon, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea, injuring 7 people, including 2 firefighters who were seriously hurt; 1 of them was in cardiac arrest. The fire is under control.
Facts
A total of 7 people injured
1 firefighter in cardiac arrest
5 firefighters and 2 people connected to the factory
Around 8:38 a.m.
19 minutes after the fire broke out
Around 9:9 a.m.
Personnel and equipment from 5 to 6 nearby fire departments mobilized
Argentine students and faculty protest president's higher education cuts, clash with police
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A large-scale protest erupted in Buenos Aires, Argentina, against President Javier Milei's policy of cutting higher education funding. Thousands of students, faculty members and union members gathered outside the National Congress, and some demonstrators clashed with police, leaving 25 people arrested and 8 officers injured. This was the 5th large-scale protest sparked by an education funding crisis since Milei took office. The government insists on balancing the budget and refuses to implement the court-ruling-backed “2025 University Funding Act.”
Songshan Airport relocation: Shen Po-yang says Taipei City's reply did not cover medical evacuation and other measures
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Shen Po-yang said the Taipei City government's 2023 reply cited by Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an did not cover measures for the relocation of Songshan Airport related to national defense, national security and medical evacuation. He also questioned whether Taoyuan International Airport could replace Songshan Airport's medical function.
Former New Taipei councilor Zhongren Dalus accused of offering banquet meals to buy votes; released on NT$80,000 bail
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Former New Taipei councilor Zhongren Dalus was suspected of trying to buy votes with banquets. Prosecutors searched his property and sought detention without visitation, but the court ordered his release on NT$80,000 bail and restricted his residence.
Taiwan stocks rise more than 500 points intraday; 台積電 dips slightly, PCB stocks shine
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan stocks rose more than 500 points intraday, regaining the 47,500-point level. 台積電 edged down, while PCB stocks including 台虹, 台郡 and 華通 surged to their daily limits.
Long weekend for Retrocession Day: 10/24 southbound traffic on Freeway 5 forecast at 1.4 times the weekday level
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Freeway Bureau forecasts southbound traffic on Freeway 5 during the Retrocession Day long weekend will reach 1.4 times the weekday level, with queues near the Nangang System Interchange possibly exceeding 10 kilometers. Northbound traffic on the final day of the break is expected to reach 1.2 times the weekday level, with queues at the south entrance to the Hsuehshan Tunnel reaching about 6.5 kilometers. Motorists are advised to avoid peak hours or take 國道客運 to save time.
Nobel laureate Yaghi speaks at NTU, says AI era calls for a “science of choosing”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry laureate Omar Yaghi said in a speech at National Taiwan University that research in the AI era is shifting from “scarcity” to “abundance,” making it crucial to identify worthwhile areas of focus—a “science of choosing.” He praised Taiwan’s semiconductor industry and 台積電 for their precision-driven approach.
Facts
2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry
Received the Tang Prize in Sustainable Development in 2024
Yaghi invited to give a speech at 台灣大學 on October 15
President Lai: Everyone contributed to AI dividend payout; taxes paid will not determine eligibility
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
President Lai Ching-te said everyone has contributed to Taiwan’s economic progress, so the government will not use the amount of taxes paid to determine eligibility for its AI dividend payout. He said the government will provide NT$100 billion over 8 years to help small and medium-sized businesses and micro-enterprises transform, while promoting trillion-dollar infrastructure and social investment to prevent the wealth gap from widening and avoid a K-shaped economy.
Facts
Original8年新台幣1000億元
The minimum wage was NT$20,008 when former President Ma Ying-jeou handed over the presidency to former President Tsai Ing-wen
It is now set to reach NT$30,900
Original10年來政府替軍公教加薪5次
The increases totaled about 20%
The U.S. tax burden is about 19%
Japan: 20%
Other G7 countries: about 30% to 35%
European countries: mostly 35% to 45%
Taiwan’s tax burden is about 13%
The top 1% of earners pay around 40% to 50% of income tax
Shohei Ohtani’s 3-run homer not enough to avert defeat as Brewers sweep Dodgers and reach World Series
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
In Major League Baseball, 密爾瓦基釀酒人 defeated 洛杉磯道奇 6-4, sweeping their opponents in 4 straight games to win the National League pennant for the first time and advance to the World Series.
A Tainan armored-car guard allegedly stole NT$14.5 million. The 4 suspects were arrested and NT$12.55 million was recovered; a request to detain all of them without visitation was approved.
Xi Jinping warns of “two-faced people,” says anti-corruption drive must not stop for a moment or retreat a step
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chinese Communist Party General Secretary Xi Jinping stressed that the anti-corruption campaign “must not stop for a moment or retreat a step” at the 二十th meeting of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection, and warned of “two-faced people” within the party whose words and actions do not match. The article appeared in Qiushi magazine and was intended to set the tone ahead of the upcoming CPC 五中全會. Before that, Zhang Youxia, vice chairman of the Central Military Commission, had written warning against “two-faced people,” but was investigated shortly afterward on suspicion of serious disciplinary and legal violations.
Facts
The 二十th meeting of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection
Taiwan People’s Party caucus pushes for final passage of conditional health insurance fee exemption for people aged 65 and older; Shih Chung-liang: “There’s no such thing as a free lunch”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 台灣民眾黨 caucus is pushing to amend the Elderly Welfare Act to have the central government fully subsidize health insurance premiums for economically disadvantaged seniors aged 65 and older who meet the criteria, aiming for final passage before the Double Ninth Festival. Legislator Shih Chung-liang stressed the principle that contributions should reflect ability to pay, saying the subsidy costs would be shifted to other premium payers.
台新投顧 and 元富投顧 complete merger, expanding to 5 research divisions
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台新投顧 and 元富投顧 have completed their merger, with 台新投顧 as the surviving company. The firm has more than 80 employees and established 5 research divisions to consolidate group resources.
To align with pay raises for military personnel, civil servants and teachers, 教育部 proposes rule changes to improve compensation for public preschool contract staff
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
As part of the pay raise plan for military personnel, civil servants and teachers, 教育部 has proposed amendments to rules on compensation for contract staff at public preschools, raising monthly salaries for childcare workers at each education level, adding salary steps and temporarily increasing pay for some employees.
Facts
The monthly salary for a bachelor’s-degree childcare worker at Step 1 will rise from NT$41,420 to NT$48,800
Pay increases for regular civil servants range from about 9.98% to 5.88%
Increases for managerial staff range from 11.56% to 6.39%
The monthly salary for a junior-college-educated childcare worker at Step 1 is proposed to rise to NT$45,380
The Step 1 salary for master’s degree holders will rise to NT$51,190
The salary scale currently has 20 steps
It will be expanded to 25 steps
An additional NT$2,000 will be added based on the original pay scale
Kaohsiung International Steel Sculpture Festival opens on the 23rd; artists visit factories for inspiration
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 2026 Kaohsiung International Steel Sculpture Festival opens on the 23rd at the Pier-2 Art Center, with artists and designers in residence from South Korea, the Netherlands, Japan, the United Kingdom and France visiting shipyards, metalworking plants and other industrial sites for creative inspiration.
Anti-corruption campaign is the CPC’s main political focus in 2026; number of officials, ranks and sums involved are rising
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
According to an analysis by Sing Tao Daily, anti-corruption is the CPC’s main political focus in 2026. This year, the number of officials brought down, their ranks and the sums involved have all risen, and the high-pressure campaign is expected to continue into next year.
Double Ninth Festival gift package is here: Free health insurance for seniors aged 65 and over passes its third reading! Health Ministry estimates taxpayers could pay thousands more; he cites DPP campaign promises in a retort: Stop scaring people
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Taiwan People's Party’s proposal to amend the law to provide free health insurance for seniors passed its third reading on the 16th. Health and Welfare Minister Shih Chung-liang expressed concern that funding problems could increase the burden on younger generations or taxpayers. TPP chair Huang Kuo-chang hit back, calling the remarks scaremongering, and cited past campaign pledges by DPP local candidates to accuse the party of applying a double standard.
Facts
The Taiwan People's Party proposed amending Article 22 of the Senior Citizens Welfare Act to have the central government fully subsidize health insurance premiums for people aged 65 and over whose comprehensive income tax rate bracket is below 20%.
The bill passed its third reading at a plenary session of the Legislative Yuan on the 16th.
Health and Welfare Minister Shih Chung-liang said that if the costs were covered by tax revenue, each taxpaying household could pay more than 8,000 yuan a year.
If the costs were passed on to the main health insurance contributors aged 15 to 64, each person would pay about 3,000 yuan more a year.
Taoyuan City candidate Huang Shih-chieh proposed fully subsidizing health insurance premiums for children aged 0 to 12 and seniors aged 65 and over.
Pingtung County candidate Chou Chun-mi proposed that, starting in 2027, premiums of up to 826 yuan per month be subsidized for seniors aged 65 and over and Indigenous people aged 55 and over.
The TPP caucus passed an initial review on June 13, but talks on June 27 failed to reach an agreement because the ruling and opposition parties could not find common ground.
DPP legislator Chuang Jui-hsiung questioned whether requiring the executive branch to bear the cost without clarifying the funding source could lead to a conflict over the separation of powers.
Jing Boran and Xiao Zhan lose! TOP 10 most popular male actors in mainland Chinese dramas: “He’s the champion,” with top-tier looks, exceptional charisma and guaranteed ratings
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article introduces the “TOP 10 most popular male actors in mainland Chinese dramas” selected by mainland Chinese internet users in 2026, with Jing Boran taking the top spot and Xiao Zhan losing out. It lists the representative works, acting styles and recent projects of actors from No. 10 Cheng Lei to No. 5 Cheng Yi, and analyzes their competitiveness and audience appeal in historical and contemporary dramas.
Facts
The 2026 drama “Pursuit of Jade” boosted Zhang Linghe’s popularity.
Jing Boran once again became a talking point in urban romance dramas with “Early Spring, Clear Skies.”
Cheng Lei played Gong Shangjue in “My Journey to You,” bringing the character’s cool, restrained personality to the screen.
“You Are My Glory,” starring Yang Yang and Dilraba Dilmurat, is one of his major works.
Liu Xueyi appeared in “Perfect Match,” which aired in 2026, and “Orchid Fragrance as Before” was released in September.
Wang Hedi drew attention for starring in “Meteor Garden” and later gained wider recognition with “Love Between Fairy and Devil.”
In “Under the Skin,” Tan Jianci plays portrait artist Shen Yi, who assists investigations by observing, reasoning and profiling people psychologically.
“Mysterious Lotus Casebook,” starring Cheng Yi, is one of his major works. In the drama, Li Lianhua appears carefree on the surface but is in fact burdened by his past and personal conflicts.
1% Cross-Disciplinary Lab | On Taste》Who gets to decide what counts as proper? What the “plain and simple” controversy reveals about the power and taste behind Dress Code
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
1% Style國會 examines the social language and power dynamics behind Dress Code in response to the controversy over legislator Chia Yung-chieh’s outfit at the Legislative Yuan, emphasizing the diversity of taste.
In 2024, Legislative Yuan President Han Kuo-yu commented on legislators wearing jeans and sneakers, saying the legislature should maintain an appropriate level of decorum.
When Jensen Huang attended a White House state dinner in September 2026, he changed into a tuxedo.
Traditionally, Black Tie centers on a tuxedo paired with a formal shirt and a black bow tie.
There is no globally consistent ranking of formality between Smart Casual and Business Casual: the former reflects expectations for social occasions, while the latter leans toward workplace professionalism.
Colorectal cancer affecting younger people? Doctor says “this group” faces 2 to 4 times the risk: Be sure to get screened starting at 40
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Chiu Chan-hsien, a physician at 書田診所, warns that people with a family history of colorectal cancer or a history of polyps face a higher cancer risk. Those with a first-degree relative who had the disease face 2-4 times the risk of the general population. He recommends screening from age 40 and reducing risk through dietary and exercise changes.
Facts
Colorectal cancer ranked No. 3 among the top 10 causes of cancer deaths in 114年
People with a first-degree relative who has had colorectal cancer or polyps have a 2-4 times higher chance of developing cancer than the general population.
國健署 provides publicly funded fecal occult blood tests starting at age 40 for people with a first-degree relative who has had colorectal cancer.
Original曾經長過息肉的人中約有2-3成會再次長出息肉
How closely related a colorectal cancer patient is to someone is associated with that person’s likelihood of developing the disease.
Shop for groceries at a subway station on World Food Day; Chen Yu-hsin: Taiwan Fertilizer plants seeds of public good
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
台肥公司 marked World Food Day by partnering with 點點綠市集 and the Yucheng Foundation to set up charitable food carts at several Taipei subway stations. The carts sell produce from small-scale farmers and provide employment opportunities for people with disabilities, with the aim of creating a sustainable cycle linking agriculture and public welfare.
Facts
October 16 is World Food Day. 台灣肥料公司 has teamed up with 點點綠市集 to launch a charitable food cart initiative.
台肥公司 has been working with 點點綠市集 since July this year to gradually set up charitable food carts at subway stations.
The charitable food carts have expanded from Shuanglian Station to stations including Shipai, Shilin and Beitou.
台肥公司 General Manager Chen Yu-hsin said he hopes to turn the initial food cart expense into a “seed of public good” that can continue to grow.
The Yucheng Foundation has arranged for “Han Baobei” to help with some food cart services to build practical experience.
Trump halts livestream of Fort Hood shooter’s execution! Firing-squad execution to proceed as planned
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Trump announced that he had canceled plans to livestream the execution of Hasan, the Fort Hood shooter, in response to criticism at home and abroad. The execution will still be carried out by firing squad as planned, and victims’ families can attend in person.
Facts
Trump announced the cancellation of plans to livestream the firing-squad execution of Hasan, the Fort Hood shooter, but the execution will proceed as planned.
Hasan shot and killed 13 U.S. Army soldiers at a military base in Texas in 2009, and 32 others were injured.
Hasan’s execution will be the first military execution in more than 60 years.
Original五角大廈原計劃於12月3日直播哈桑的行刑隊處決。
Trump said victims’ families could attend the execution in person and deserved to witness justice being served.
New Taiwan attraction opens tomorrow, 10/17! Stunningly upgraded park, 200-yuan vouchers; address and event highlights
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Monga Park in Taipei’s Wanhua District will reopen on October 17 after a landscape renovation, featuring new attractions including a translucent glass corridor and a waterside plaza. The city government is holding a series of events to mark the reopening and distributing several types of shopping vouchers to attract visitors and support local businesses.
Facts
Monga Park, beside Longshan Temple in Taipei’s Wanhua District, will officially reopen on October 17 after landscape improvements.
Highlights of the Monga Park renovation include a translucent glass roof over the covered walkway, a waterside plaza reflecting Longshan Temple, and the removal of trellis fences to create open views.
台北市政府 will hold a series of “Monga Park OPEN UP” events from October 17 to November 7, featuring concerts, local markets and an outdoor performance by Cloud Gate Dance Theatre.
Wanhua shopping district 100-yuan vouchers will be distributed on selected weekend dates from October 17 to November 7, between 1 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Longshan Temple Underground Street shopping vouchers will be distributed only on the 3 Saturdays of October 17, October 24 and October 31. Each person may receive 1 voucher, while supplies last.
Cloud Gate Dance Theatre will present a special outdoor performance of “13 Tongues” in Monga on the evening of October 24, marking its 10th anniversary.
Latest on the universal 10,000 cash payout! Ruling and opposition parties agree to send the general budget to committee on the 27th; earliest payment date and 5 ways to claim
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Legislative Yuan party caucuses agreed to invite Premier Cho Jung-tai to report on the general budget on January 27, hoping to distribute the universal 10,000-yuan cash payment before Lunar New Year. The Executive Yuan has budgeted 235.7 billion yuan. If the general budget passes its third reading by January 5 next year, payments are expected to begin as early as before Lunar New Year.
Facts
Legislative Yuan cross-party caucuses agreed to invite Premier Cho Jung-tai to attend on Jan. 27, 2027, to report on the preparation of the “116年度中央政府總預算案” and answer questions.
The Executive Yuan has budgeted NT$235.7 billion for a plan to distribute NT$10,000 in universal cash payments to each person.
The Ministry of Finance hopes residents can receive the cash before Lunar New Year, provided the budget passes its third reading in early January 2027 and the president promulgates it by mid-January.
Both revenue and expenditure in the “116年度中央政府總預算案” are budgeted at NT$3.9266 trillion.
The universal cash payments will be distributed through 5 channels: registration for direct deposit, cash withdrawals at ATMs, cash withdrawals at post offices, direct deposits, and distribution through registered lists.
Indonesia’s worst wildfires in a decade: Toxic haze blankets Southeast Asia—who is to blame?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Indonesia is facing its worst wildfires in a decade, with toxic haze blanketing Southeast Asia. Influenced by El Niño, air quality in many areas has reached hazardous levels. Indonesia’s president ordered harsh penalties for companies violating regulations and suspended 26 licenses, while accusing commercial agricultural businesses of burning land. 綠色和平 named companies including 益資源 and Kuala Lumpur Kepong as being involved, sparking regional diplomatic tensions and a health crisis for local residents.
Facts
Indonesia has recorded 1,043,377 wildfire hotspots, which have burned 900,000 hectares of land.
Indonesian authorities have suspended the operating permits of 26 companies linked to wildfires.
More than 30 haze-source hotspots were recorded on land managed by two Indonesian subsidiaries of 益資源 from August to September.
Original吉隆坡甲洞集團子公司PT MJSP管理的印尼土地上錄得19個霧霾源頭點。
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto described slash-and-burn farming as “ecological terrorism.”
Singapore’s Transboundary Haze Pollution Act allows action to be taken against companies responsible for haze.
Xia Ganda, director of Indonesia’s Government Communications Bureau, said neighboring countries’ oxygen also comes from Indonesia’s forests.
What benefits the U.S. usually benefits its allies too: Rubio backs Trump, saying abandoning “America First” could weaken the country
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended the Trump administration’s “America First” foreign policy in an interview with The Bulwark. He stressed that the United States should use its economic, military and cultural power to protect its interests, warning that ignoring this principle could cost the country its superpower status.
Facts
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended the Trump administration’s “America First” foreign policy in an interview with The Bulwark.
Rubio argued that protecting U.S. interests should be at the core of the country’s foreign policy, and that governments should naturally prioritize their own national interests.
Rubio said that if the United States fails to fully use its power to protect its national interests, it could become merely a “middle power.”
Rubio stressed that the Trump administration believes actions to protect U.S. interests can also advance the interests of allies and the broader international community in many cases.
Rubio said the Trump administration opposes placing the United Nations, global public interests or the existing international order above U.S. interests.
光寶科 signs NT$36 billion syndicated loan deal! After a 10-year hiatus, 10 financial institutions join forces as it teams up with 輝達 to tap AI opportunities
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
光寶科技 has completed a NT$36 billion sustainability-linked syndicated loan arranged by 台北富邦銀行, with the funds to be used for overseas expansion and operations. It also showcased 800 VDC power technology at 輝達’s OCP Summit, strengthening its position in the AI data center supply chain.
Facts
光寶科技 has signed a sustainability-linked syndicated loan agreement equivalent to NT$36 billion.
The syndicated loan attracted 10 financial institutions, with subscriptions reaching 140% of the amount offered.
The deal marks 光寶科技’s first syndicated loan in 10 years and the company’s first sustainability-linked syndicated loan.
The syndicated loan funds will be used to bolster medium-term working capital and cover overseas capital expenditures.
The sustainability-linked loan covers 3 targets: reducing greenhouse gas emissions, reducing waste and increasing the use of renewable energy.
光寶科技 was invited to 輝達’s 2026 OCP Global Summit, where it showcased 800 VDC power technology.
台北富邦銀行 served as the lead arranger for the syndicated loan.
Department store anniversary sale feels the “stock market volatility”? 260,000 shoppers on opening day, sales hit NT$1.3 billion; 新光吳昕陽 reveals the impact
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新光三越台北信義新天地 posted NT$1.3 billion in sales on the first day of its anniversary sale, up 3%. Wu Hsin-yang expects annual revenue to exceed NT$100 billion.
Facts
新光三越台北信義新天地 attracted about 260,000 visits on the first day of its anniversary sale, posting NT$1.3 billion in sales, up 3% from the same period last year.
新光三越 expects customer visits during the first 4 days of its anniversary sale (Oct. 15 to 18) to rise 5% year on year, with sales moving toward a target of 3% growth.
Running shoe sales grew by about 3 tenths from the same period last year, with strong demand for specialist sports brands including HOKA, On and ASICS.
新光三越’s sales across Taiwan grew nearly 3% from January to September. The recovery at its Taichung store and growth at its Xinyi store are key to annual revenue surpassing NT$100 billion for the first time.
During the pre-order event, average spending on premium skincare rose 21.4% from the same period last year, while luxury cosmetics brands CHANEL and DIOR posted double-digit growth.
Nearly a year after SKM MEN'S opened at Xinyi New Life Square’s A9, cumulative sales have grown by about 2 tenths, while average spending per customer is up about 15% from before the renovation.
肯德基 says goodbye to 百事可樂! All 3,718 U.S. locations to switch to 可口可樂 starting “this date”
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肯德基 in the United States has announced the end of its nearly 40-year partnership with 百事可樂, switching to 可口可樂 as its supplier. The move affects 3,718 locations nationwide, with the transition expected to be complete by spring 2027. It is part of a brand revitalization strategy and applies only to the U.S. market; other regions, including Taiwan, will not be affected for now.
Facts
肯德基 in the United States has announced it will end its partnership with 百事可樂, with 可口可樂 taking over beverage supplies in the U.S. market.
The change will affect 3,718 肯德基 locations nationwide and is expected to be completed by spring 2027.
肯德基’s relationship with 百事可樂 began in 1986, when 百事可樂 acquired 肯德基.
Changing suppliers is part of 肯德基’s brand revitalization plan, “Kentucky Fried Comeback.”
百事可樂 took over beverage supply for Subway locations in the United States from 可口可樂 in 2024.
The Ministry of Economic Affairs’ second round of market vouchers will be distributed on Oct. 17, with 40 night markets across Taiwan taking part. Residents can exchange plastic-reduction items for NT$200 in vouchers by paying NT$100.
台積電 posted after-tax net profit of NT$763.06 billion in the third quarter, while 2-nanometer chips’ share of wafer sales jumped from 3% to 8%.
The number of foreign residents in Taiwan surpassed 1.1 million as of the end of August 2026, an increase of more than 70,000 in 8 months.
The labor insurance premium rate will rise to 13% next year. Stock commentator Ah Xun’s calculations suggest labor insurance may again run a deficit next year for the 11th consecutive year, with the shortfall exceeding NT$100 billion.
Explainer》After a husband retires, does his wife’s health insurance have to change too? If neither spouse works, should they be covered under their children or enroll at a district office? A graphic explains
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The article explains that after a husband retires, his wife needs to check her health insurance status. If neither spouse works, they should first seek coverage as a dependent of their children; if there is no suitable person to depend on, they can enroll at a district office to avoid losing benefits.
Facts
After a husband retires, his wife, who was previously covered as his dependent, also needs to arrange a transition to a new insurance status. This does not mean the two must transfer to the same insured unit.
After retiring, Mr. Su and his wife assumed their health insurance would automatically switch to Category 6 coverage for local residents. But because they have working children, regulations require them to enroll as their children’s dependents.
Retirees eligible for Category 6 coverage may remain insured through their former insured unit with its consent, but their premiums will be calculated under Category 6.
Special circumstances that make dependent coverage difficult include children whose whereabouts are unknown, people with protection orders and victims of domestic violence. Those who meet the requirements should enroll under Category 6.
Not just NT$28 million in “travel expenses”! Engineer estimates the total cost of “supporting Hsu Chia-ching for 5 years”: her resignation from the Overseas Community Affairs Council is not the end of the matter
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Former Overseas Community Affairs Council (OCAC) chair Hsu Chia-ching resigned amid controversies over living off public funds, taking her son on overseas trips and submitting blank reports. A Facebook page estimated that her travel and salary costs over 5 years totaled NT$40 million, drawing strong public criticism and condemnation from lawmakers across party lines.
Facts
Hsu Chia-ching spent NT$23 million in public funds on 47 overseas trips within 5 years (later updated to 48), accounting for 3 tenths of OCAC's overseas travel budget.
In May 2026, Hsu Chia-ching took a 26-day grand tour of seven countries, flying business class and enjoying desserts by top chefs. The trip cost more than NT$1 million.
Original徐佳青每月薪水約20多萬元，5年總薪水約1260萬元。
Of the 4 pages in the report submitted by OCAC, 3 were blank, and the report contained only 138 characters in total.
The Control Yuan fined Hsu Chia-ching NT$100,000 over the Dongsha incident.
How much do you need to save to retire at 65? Latest survey reveals the basic figure for financial freedom and the savings situation among Taiwan's middle-aged and older adults
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A survey released by yes123求職網 found that older workers ideally want NT$26.95 million in retirement savings, but only 23.4% have reached that goal. Many face a paycheck-to-paycheck existence or difficulty saving, leading them to delay retirement or return to the workforce.
Facts
Workers surveyed said they believed they needed an average of NT$26.95 million to retire comfortably.
The current retirement savings attainment rate is only 23.4%, with people having saved an average of only about NT$6.31 million.
As many as 42.1% of workers aged 45 and older who have not retired consider themselves to be living paycheck to paycheck.
Workers aged 45 and older expect to retire at an average age of 63.5.
As many as 71.7% said the main reason they returned to the workforce was inadequate retirement savings.
As many as 89.7% of respondents said they had experienced workplace discrimination because of their age.
Even those who are not living paycheck to paycheck can save only NT$6,655 a month on average.
Nationwide health insurance premiums for seniors aged 65 and older could be waived as soon as today's third reading! A Double Ninth Festival gift package? Eligibility, latest legislative progress and the health minister's response
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The Taiwan People's Party is pushing to amend the Senior Citizens Welfare Act to waive health insurance premiums for economically disadvantaged people aged 65 and older. Health Minister Shih Chung-liang warned the move would increase the burden on other groups.
Facts
The Taiwan People's Party caucus in the Legislative Yuan is pushing for a third reading of draft amendments to parts of the Senior Citizens Welfare Act ahead of the Double Ninth Festival (the 16th).
The proposed amendments focus on Article 22 of the Senior Citizens Welfare Act and aim to subsidize health insurance premiums for relatively economically disadvantaged people aged 65 and older.
Original符合補助條件為近1年綜合所得未達申報標準，或綜合所得稅適用稅率未達20%。
Health Minister Shih Chung-liang said that if the subsidy takes effect, the cost would be passed on to people aged 15 to 64, who would each have to pay more than NT$3,000 extra per year.
If the cost were instead funded through tax revenue, each tax-paying household would have to pay more than NT$8,000 extra per year.
微軟 pushes back against Vance's allegation of H-1B abuse, warning green card restrictions could weaken US tech leadership
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微軟 Vice Chairman Brad Smith pushed back against Vance's allegation that 微軟 abuses H-1B visas, stressing that 微軟 employs many American workers and has a fair compensation system. He warned that immigration restrictions would hurt US tech competitiveness, while also praising the White House's export controls on Anthropic's AI model.
Facts
微軟 Vice Chairman Brad Smith criticized the Trump administration's strict enforcement measures targeting employment-based immigration, warning that restricting green cards for highly skilled foreign workers could weaken US tech leadership.
Smith questioned the government's decision to bar 微軟 and 7 other companies from applying for permanent residency for highly skilled foreign employees.
Of the 6 Americans recently awarded technology and science medals, 5 came to the United States as immigrants.
Original這5位移民出身的科技領袖及其公司市值相當於整個標準普爾500指數市值的25%以上。
Smith stressed that 微軟 hired more than 9,000 US-born employees last year.
Smith strongly praised the White House's decision to impose export controls on Anthropic's new AI model.
康乃爾大學 sexual assault storm: Fraternities barred from holding parties as professor launches no-confidence motion
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康乃爾大學 has faced controversy over its handling of a 2024 fraternity sexual assault case. The president banned fraternity parties and brought in police to investigate. The Faculty Senate launched a no-confidence motion, criticizing the university for neglecting victims' safety and downplaying sexual assault.
Facts
康乃爾大學 President Michael Kotlikoff announced a campus-wide ban on fraternity parties for the rest of the academic year.
康乃爾大學's Faculty Senate launched a no-confidence motion against the university leadership, with more than 100 faculty and staff members signing on.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul appointed state Attorney General Letitia James to investigate the case.
The victim, Jane Doe, left the university after allegedly being sexually assaulted and filed a civil lawsuit.
The university will allow New York State Police officers who have received trauma-informed training to investigate campus sexual assault allegations.
Labor history professor Paul Ortiz said women are afraid to report sexual assault because they feel the university treats rape as a public relations issue.
The man named in the text messages was expelled by the university but has not been criminally charged.
Lee Da-hye faces off against Qun Qun! The Taiwan Series Dragon-Elephant matchup promises more action off the field: See the local and Korean cheerleaders' lineups
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The CPBL's 2026 Taiwan Series, a Dragon-Elephant matchup, begins Oct. 17 at the Taipei Dome, with 味全龍 and 中信兄弟 facing off for the first time in 37 years. The teams' cheer squads have announced their schedules, with popular members Lee Da-hye, Lin Xiang and Qun Qun, as well as Korean members, taking turns in the spotlight.
Facts
The CPBL's 2026 Taiwan Series will be held Oct. 17 at the Taipei Dome, with 中信兄弟 taking on 味全龍.
味全龍's cheerleading squad, Dragon Beauties, will field 31 members for the opening game, including Lee Da-hye, Lin Xiang, Kwon Hee-won and Kim Na-yeon.
Lee Da-hye is scheduled to cheer at the Dragon-Elephant games on Oct. 17, 18, 24 and 25. Although she is not on the schedule for Oct. 23, she will still go to the ballpark.
At 中信兄弟's home games on Oct. 20 and 21, Passion Sisters member Qun Qun will attend both days, joined by members including Kim Do-ah and JJUBI.
Original2026年中職總冠軍賽採7戰4勝制，兩隊最多進行7場比賽。
中信兄弟's Korean member Bian He-lu was not on the cheering lineup for Oct. 20 and 21 because she was recording a hosted program.
味全龍's Little Dragons have arranged for some cheerleaders to perform along walkways in designated areas, giving fans in different seating sections a close-up feel of the atmosphere.
Do people aged 65 and older get half-price high-speed rail tickets? 7 little-known benefits, including free shuttle buses and fare discounts—you'll miss out if you don't know about them
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台灣高鐵 has announced seven ticket-purchase discounts, including half-price fares for seniors and children, student discounts, early-bird tickets, commuter passes, multi-ride tickets, TGo member coupons and free shuttle services to help different groups of travelers save on transportation.
Facts
Original年滿65歲的中華民國國民、未滿12歲兒童及符合規定的身心障礙者可購買5折優待票。
Original台灣高鐵針對符合資格的大學生推出指定車次優惠，部分方案最低可享5折票價。
Original高鐵早鳥票最早可於乘車日前28天凌晨0時開放預購，提供65折、8折及9折優惠。
High-speed rail commuter passes are registered to individual users and allow unlimited rides in non-reserved seats for 30 consecutive days. Taking 2 rides a day works out to an average fare of about 49% of the regular price.
The iPhone Duo's 256GB base model is priced at NT$74,900, while the top-spec 2TB model costs NT$118,900.
Preorders for the iPhone Duo are expected to open at 8 p.m. on Oct. 16, with the phone officially going on sale on Oct. 23.
燦坤 Surpass members who successfully preorder the iPhone Duo can receive a NT$300 voucher for designated Apple accessories with a purchase of NT$10,000 or more.
During the 全電商 promotion, members who spend NT$10,000 or more in a single transaction and register by Oct. 23 can receive benefit points worth 10%, with the offer available to the first 1,000 eligible members.
傑昇通信 has launched an early-bird program offering an additional NT$1,000 in accessory credit for trade-ins of old phones, regardless of brand.
Why are U.S. economic “data” and “lived experience” so badly out of sync? The White House reveals the truth about consumer spending amid inflationary pressures
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Kevin Hassett, director of the White House NEC, analyzed the disconnect between U.S. economic data and people’s lived experience, saying conflict in the Middle East has pushed up energy costs and CPI, but the consumer market remains resilient and the year-end shopping season is expected to be strong.
Facts
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics rose 0.6% in a single month and 3.7% from a year earlier.
Kevin Hassett is director of the White House National Economic Council (NEC).
Hassett said some inflationary pressures should be attributed to attacks on energy infrastructure in the Middle East.
Executives at several banks confirmed that customers are continuing to spend and make purchases as usual, with no increase in missed payments or defaults.
Hassett described capital spending as enjoying unprecedented prosperity, with factory construction also booming.
Graphic guide》Is it best to claim labor insurance pension benefits at 60 or 65? Some people receive 20% less per month! See at a glance how much more you can get by waiting until 70
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The article analyzes the differences in benefit amounts and cumulative totals when claiming labor insurance pensions at 60, 65 and 70, explaining how claiming early or late affects benefit percentages and total returns.
Facts
Original勞保老年年金提前請領每1年減給4%，最多提前5年減給20%。
Original勞保老年年金延後請領每1年增給4%，最多增給20%。
The statutory claiming age for labor insurance old-age pensions is 65 for people born in or after ROC year 51 (born in 1962).
Labor insurance old-age pensions are paid for life and have no fixed payment period.
Labor insurance pensions are adjusted by law when the cumulative growth rate of the Consumer Price Index reaches plus or minus 5%.
Labor insurance old-age pensions are paid using whichever is more favorable: average monthly insured salary × years of labor insurance coverage × 0.775% + NT$3,000, or average monthly insured salary × years of labor insurance coverage × 1.55%.
Tech buzz》“台積電 + Musk” really is building a factory in Texas! Wei Che-chia confirms it for the first time, but says there is one red line that must never be crossed!
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台積電 posted strong third-quarter results, with record revenue and profit. Chairman C.C. Wei confirmed for the first time that it has discussed cooperation with Musk’s Terafab, with Texas a potential factory site, but stressed that 台積電 must operate it itself to retain control of core technology.
Facts
台積電 reported consolidated third-quarter revenue of NT$1,494.24 billion.
台積電 reported third-quarter net income after tax of NT$763.06 billion.
台積電 reported third-quarter earnings per share (EPS) of NT$29.43 after tax.
Chairman C.C. Wei confirmed discussions about cooperation with Musk’s Terafab.
Texas is one of the options for cooperation between 台積電 and Terafab.
台積電 insists that it must operate any cooperative venture itself.
Chao Shao-kang recently visited Hsiao Po-yang for a second time on a radio program and gave him a rating of 7 or 8 points.
Chao Shao-kang’s interaction with Hsiao Po-yang angered pan-blue supporters, who accused him of harming the Kuomintang.
Former President Chen Shui-bian posted on Threads in support of Chao Shao-kang, agreeing that media figures should give candidates with different viewpoints an opportunity to speak.
Chen Shui-bian attached a debate screenshot from 32 years ago, when Chao Shao-kang was a New Party candidate. At the time, some questioned whether Chao Shao-kang was destroying the Kuomintang.
Chao Shao-kang stressed that he naturally supports Chiang Wan-an, but said there is no denying that Hsiao Po-yang’s sudden rise is worth watching.
Typhoon update / Will Typhoon Shampi hit Taiwan? Latest AI models show two possible tracks; weather expert reveals the “key time for a Taiwan impact”
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The weather fan page “Taiwan Typhoon Forum” analyzed the movements of Typhoon No. 29, Shampi, saying it could strengthen into a moderate typhoon as early as the 17th, with a chance of reaching severe typhoon strength. Whether it turns north or approaches Taiwan will depend on whether the Pacific high weakens on the 22nd; AI model forecasts are currently split into two camps.
Facts
This year’s Typhoon No. 29, Shampi, formed yesterday afternoon (15) and continued moving across the western Pacific toward the waters where Taiwan is located.
Typhoon Shampi is currently about 3,900 kilometers from Taiwan and could strengthen into a moderate typhoon as early as the 17th.
Shampi will pass over waters with high ocean heat content. If conditions are favorable, it could reach severe typhoon strength at its peak.
For about the next 6 days, Shampi will be steered by the Pacific high and generally continue moving westward.
In the Google WN3C AI ensemble forecast, about half of the members predict that Shampi will turn north toward Japan.
In the Google WN3C AI ensemble forecast, about half of the other members simulate the typhoon continuing westward, potentially coming very close to Taiwan.
Shampi is expected to gradually reach waters southeast of Taiwan and south of Okinawa around next Thursday (22).
Breaking / Shohei Ohtani’s 3-run homer still wasn’t enough! Dodgers fall 4-6 to the Brewers after a comeback, eliminated after 4 straight losses as dream of back-to-back World Series titles is crushed
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The Dodgers were swept out of the National League Championship Series by the Brewers, and Shohei Ohtani’s 3-run homer was not enough to turn things around. The Brewers are back in the World Series for the first time in 44 years, while the Guardians lead in the American League.
Facts
The Dodgers were beaten 6-4 by the Brewers after a comeback in Game 4 of the National League Championship Series, losing the series 4 games to none.
Shohei Ohtani hit a 3-run home run that traveled 428 feet, ending a home run drought of 116 at-bats.
密爾瓦基釀酒人 reached the World Series again for the first time in 44 years.
克里夫蘭守護者 defeated 坦帕灣光芒 3 to 2 in the American League Championship Series.
After a fire at Jianfu Palace in 1923, the last emperor, Puyi, ordered most eunuchs expelled from the Forbidden City, leaving only 20, to prevent them from stealing and selling treasures and destroying evidence, thus ending the eunuch system that had lasted 千 years.
Facts
A fire broke out at Jianfu Palace in the Forbidden City in 1923, reducing the rare treasures stored there to ashes.
Puyi ordered most eunuchs expelled from the Forbidden City, retaining only 20 eunuchs to serve the imperial concubines.
The Jianfu Palace fire is regarded as an act of arson by eunuchs to destroy evidence of the theft and sale of palace treasures.
The decision to expel the eunuchs directly brought the 千-year-old eunuch system to a complete end.
After the Qing dynasty fell, the abdicated Xuantong Emperor Puyi continued to live in the Forbidden City under the Articles of Favorable Treatment of the Qing House and retained the eunuch system.
Ministry of Economic Affairs vouchers up for grabs! Starting 10/17, everyone can get NT$200 in market vouchers in 11 counties and cities across Taiwan. See where and when they will be distributed.
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The Ministry of Economic Affairs’ Administration of Commerce announced that it will distribute the final batch of market vouchers starting October 17. People can exchange eco-friendly items for NT$200 in vouchers with NT$100, promoting green consumption and the idea of reducing plastic use.
Facts
The Ministry of Economic Affairs’ Administration of Commerce is holding its “Celebrate October—Spectacular Market Vouchers” event, distributing vouchers on October 10, 17, 24 and 31.
People who bring their own eco-friendly items to designated night markets can exchange NT$100 in cash for market vouchers worth NT$200.
The market vouchers are valid through November 8, 2026.
Spend a total of NT$500 at the same night market and receive 1 free “茄芷袋” bag.
A total of 40 night markets are participating in the event.
The market vouchers can only be used for discounts at stalls displaying an event partner label at the night market where they were redeemed, and only on the day of redemption.
The southern edition of the 2026 Taiwan City Expo will take place at Kaohsiung’s Pier-2 Art Center from October 31 to November 1.
Apologizes in person with a bow! Lai Hui-yuan under fire for telling Chia Yung-chieh to “dress simply”; says she feels very uneasy about taking up news space before the election.
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Democratic Progressive Party Legislator Lai Hui-yuan bowed in apology on the 16th after sparking controversy by suggesting during questioning that 台北101 Chairperson Chia Yung-chieh dress simply. She said she felt very uneasy about taking up news space before the election.
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On the 14th, Democratic Progressive Party Legislator Lai Hui-yuan suggested that 台北101 Chairperson Chia Yung-chieh “dress a little more simply” while presiding over proceedings as the rotating convener of the Legislative Yuan’s Finance Committee.
Lai Hui-yuan bowed in apology 3 times outside the Legislative Yuan chamber on the 16th, saying she was deeply sorry for causing misunderstandings through poor communication.
Lai Hui-yuan said she felt very uneasy about taking up so much news space before the election.
President Lai Ching-te posted on social media in support of Chia Yung-chieh, saying people should learn to appreciate different ideas and styles.
Asked by the media whether she would find an opportunity to go shopping with Chia Yung-chieh in the future, Lai Hui-yuan replied that 台北101’s anniversary sale is on now.
International debate》A warning about Elon Musk’s Starlink reveals the inside story of Trump’s reversal on Ukraine
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Ukraine’s diplomat to the United States, Denys Sien, urgently reported restrictions on military-grade Starlink terminals. According to 《華爾街日報》, the move may have resulted from pressure by Trump, aimed at securing a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire and promoting energy deals with Russia.
Facts
Ukraine’s top diplomat in the United States, Denys Sien, urgently messaged several U.S. lawmakers early Wednesday Washington time, informing them that military-grade Starlink terminals were being restricted.
《華爾街日報》 reported that the pressure may have come directly from Trump.
Trump has been accused of pushing for diesel purchases from Russia.
Trump has been accused of demanding that Zelensky step down.
Trump has been accused of trying to broker an energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, with the Starlink outage potentially serving as one of his tactics.
Explainer》Can you take home the towel given out at a funeral? Must it be washed or thrown away after use? A graphic explains the customs behind it.
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This article examines Taiwan’s custom of giving towels as funeral return gifts, tracing it to the traditional “答紙” custom. The gifts were often pastries in the past, but later evolved into towels. Academic research clarifies that the custom was not the result of official promotion during Japanese rule, and there is no uniform rule requiring people to wash or discard towels they receive. People can handle them according to personal preference.
Facts
The traditional funeral return gift is known as “答紙” and includes items such as towels and handkerchiefs.
In the past, bereaved families in Taiwan may have given return gifts of food such as pastries and steamed buns; household items came later.
Academic research finds no historical evidence to support the claim that giving towels at funerals originated from official promotion during Japanese rule.
The New Taipei City Government’s life-and-funeral etiquette handbook does not require towels to be washed or discarded after they are received.
In the past, people in Yilan gave friends and relatives turtle-shaped rice cakes and pastries in thanks, later switching to towels.
Not Myanmar or Cambodia! Foreign media reveal the “5 worst countries for travel”: Crowded and expensive, with many visitors regretting the trip.
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Citing 2025 data from Radical Storage, foreign media said 5 countries, including Mexico and Turkey, were named among the worst for travel because popular attractions received many negative reviews. Beijing also made the list, with 11.2% of reviews being negative. Travelers are advised to plan ahead.
Facts
A travel survey found that as many as 93% of travelers admitted to having had at least one trip they regretted.
Cancun, Mexico, ranked first among cities worldwide for negative travel reviews, with a negative review rate of 14.2%.
Turkey was the only country to appear in both of Radical Storage’s studies.
The negative review rate for Alton Towers theme park in the UK reached 49.4%, the highest in the study.
Beijing, China, ranked fourth among cities worldwide for negative travel reviews, with a negative review rate of 11.2%.
Punta Cana, a resort area in the Dominican Republic, ranked third among cities for negative travel reviews, with a rate of 11.9%.
Major attractions in Istanbul, Turkey, had an average negative review rate of 16%.
Northern Taiwan’s top night market set for urban redevelopment! Rows of old houses to be demolished, affecting many popular food stalls; operators lament they may retire for good.
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Damage from a powerful earthquake spurred urban redevelopment at Taipei’s Nanjichang Night Market. After signing the agreement, the site will be rebuilt with two 24-story buildings. Many well-known food stalls in lanes 307 to 311 face relocation or temporary closure, and some longtime businesses may leave the market for good.
Facts
Several old buildings around Taipei’s Nanjichang Night Market were damaged in the 2024 0403 Hualien earthquake and were classified as yellow-tag buildings.
The Nanjichang Night Market urban redevelopment project has completed signing agreements and is expected to replace the existing buildings with 2 24-story towers.
The redevelopment covers lanes 307 to 311 and affects popular eateries such as 阿亮水餃 and 山內雞肉飯.
山內雞肉飯 will suspend operations at its current location and shift its focus to its branches; 阿亮水餃 will temporarily close as part of the redevelopment.
The owner of 陳記豬血糕 is 70 years old and, considering her age and physical stamina, has not ruled out retiring for good because of the redevelopment.
The Nanjichang Night Market redevelopment project has secured the consent of more than 92% of residents.
The history of Nanjichang Night Market dates back to the Japanese colonial period, when the area was used as an aircraft runway.
特斯拉’s new Roadster 2 “can fly”! SpaceX technology is out of this world, with the earliest mass-production date revealed
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特斯拉 unveiled the second-generation Roadster on October 16, incorporating SpaceX technology in a new model equipped with thrusters and a fan-based suction system. It will come in Performance, Thrust and Rocket versions, with mass production expected in 2028.
Facts
特斯拉 unveiled its second-generation Roadster electric sports car at 8:55 a.m. Taiwan time on October 16.
The second-generation Roadster is equipped with thrusters jointly developed by 特斯拉 and SpaceX, powered by compressed air.
The underbody fan-based suction system is designed to let the car withstand lateral acceleration of up to 2G when cornering.
The Rocket version is a single-seater, accelerating from 0 to 60 miles per hour in under 0.59 seconds and reaching a top speed of more than 230 miles per hour.
特斯拉 said the all-new Roadster is expected to enter mass production in 2028.
The reservation deposit is US$50,000 for the Performance version and US$250,000 for the Thrust version.
Did Chiang Wan-an already send a letter proposing the relocation of Songshan Airport 3 years ago? Chen Shih-kai sets the record straight: Not a single official document has arrived so far.
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Chiang Wan-an raised the relocation of Songshan Airport at an Executive Yuan meeting and presented an official document. Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai countered that the central government had initiated the correspondence and that the Taipei City Government had made no formal proposal. Defense Minister Kuo Li-hsiung and Health and Welfare Minister Shih Chung-liang each expressed reservations from the perspectives of military defense and medical evacuation, reflecting a cautious stance across government agencies toward the relocation plan.
Facts
Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai said the Taipei City Government has not sent even a single official document so far, and professional discussions have yet to begin.
Nearly NT$200,000 to bring a migrant worker to Taiwan—is the employer responsible for the entire bill? Who pays for recruitment, medical exams and airfare? A look at the latest proposed legal amendments.
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MyGoPen fact-checked a rumor about migrant worker fees, clarifying that NT$190,000 is an unreasonable brokerage fee, not an amount employers pay in full. The Ministry of Labor is pursuing legal amendments to prohibit the withholding of identity documents and improve transparency around recruitment fees.
Facts
The number of migrant workers in Taiwan is steadily approaching the 1 million mark.
The Executive Yuan proposed a draft amendment to some provisions of the Employment Service Act in April.
Overseas recruitment agencies’ placement service fees are generally equivalent to 1 month of a migrant worker’s wages.
NT$190,000 is an unreasonable fee that overseas recruitment agencies demand migrant workers pay.
The ART agreement has a 3-year adjustment period after taking effect.
Didn't buy LG or 三洋 washing machines! Insiders highly recommend 2 brands for their “affordable prices and powerful cleaning”: durable and unlikely to break down
Heat-pump technology uses gentle, low-temperature dehumidifying and drying at around 60 degrees to prevent clothes from shrinking and reduce power consumption.
New Ministry of Labor benefits! Middle-aged and older people aged 45 and up should remember to claim “2 payments”; those who qualify will receive NT$60,000. Here's how to apply for employment incentive payments
The maximum subsidy is NT$60,000 for full-time work and NT$30,000 for part-time work.
The wage threshold for part-time work has been lowered: people aged 55-64 can apply if they earn at least 1/3 of the minimum wage.
The consecutive employment period required to qualify for an application has been shortened from 90 days to 30 days.
The program now covers short-term or project-based “fixed-term contracts” for all job openings.
Employers can now apply year-round, for all 12 months, for the “Subsidy Program for Continued Employment of Older Workers.”
Employers who hire referred middle-aged and older workers can provide workplace support measures and receive a subsidy of NT$3,000 for each worker for every 30 days of employment.
萊爾富 offers more than parcel pickup and bill payment! Insiders reveal 1 little-known service offering “2 free tea eggs or milk”; here's how to redeem
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萊爾富 is holding a stamp-collecting promotion for members who pay bills from October 14 to December 8, 2026. Customers can earn stamps by paying designated bills and providing their Hi-Life VIP membership information. Stamps can be redeemed for items such as tea eggs, fresh milk, or a Dengfeng jacket, with bonus stamps offered for land value tax, parking fees, and electricity bills.
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萊爾富's member bill-payment stamp promotion runs from October 14 to December 8, 2026.
Customers earn 1 stamp for each eligible bill paid, with 1 bonus stamp for paying land value tax, parking fees, or electricity bills.
1 stamp can be redeemed for 1 tea egg, with 10,000 available.
10 stamps can be redeemed for 1 bottle of tea of choice from the Oolong Tea 580ml series, with 6,000 bottles available.
30 stamps can be redeemed for 1 MAJOR MADE fourth-generation multifunctional mountaineering jacket, with 1,230 available.
Credit card payments, national taxes, stored-value services, ticketing, and parcel pickup and drop-off are not eligible for this promotion.
Taiwan Railways is opening another new station! “Officially opens on 10/17”; train schedules are changing significantly, so don't miss your train. Shuttle bus routes and times at a glance
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The first phase of the Tainan City Railway Underground Project will open to traffic on October 17. Taiwan Railways will adjust its train schedule to accommodate the track switch and provide shuttle buses. The Transportation Bureau advises that traffic controls will be in place nearby and recommends that the public plan their trips in advance.
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The first phase of the Tainan City Railway Underground Project is set to officially open underground to traffic on October 17.
國營台灣鐵路公司 will shorten or suspend some train services and arrange shuttle buses to help passengers transfer.
Tainan Transportation Bureau Director Wang Ming-te said the project marks a new stage for rail services in Tainan and will significantly ease traffic congestion on bottleneck roads in the city.
Traffic controls will be implemented on Beimen Road in front of Tainan Station from 10:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. on the 16th, and from 5 to 7 a.m. on the 17th.
The first shuttle bus route runs between “Yongkang Station and Bao'an Station” and will operate in both directions overnight on the 16th.
The second shuttle bus route runs between “Shalun Station and Tainan Station” and offers both direct service and stops at every station.
Finance buzz》Found: The culprit behind the AI market rout. AI golden boy Anthropic's quarterly revenue growth plunged from 140% to 50%!
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AI company Anthropic's third-quarter revenue rose 50% quarter over quarter to US$16.8 billion, a sharp slowdown from the previous quarter that has fueled market concerns about the AI economy and been cited as a main cause of the recent stock market rout.
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Anthropic's revenue reached US$16.8 billion in the third quarter of this year, up 50% from the previous quarter.
Anthropic's quarter-over-quarter growth in the third quarter fell markedly from 140% in the second quarter.
Anthropic's disappointing earnings report is seen as the real culprit behind the AI stock rout.
Anthropic is a company preparing to go public and held an investor day event.
Observers had thought that the threat posed by 長鑫存儲 to the three memory chip giants was the main driver of the market rout.
Explainer》Why do some farmers of the same age, 65, receive NT$8,110 in farmer's allowances while others get nothing? A graphic explains 3 possible outcomes
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This article explains eligibility for the farmer's allowance: the full amount of NT$8,110 requires 15 years of coverage under farmers' insurance, while the half amount of NT$4,055 applies to those who enrolled before July 17, 2014. It also covers residency-day requirements, income and asset reviews, and the application process.
Facts
The full farmer's allowance is NT$8,110 per month, and the half amount is NT$4,055. These amounts have been in effect since January 2024.
Farmers applying for the farmer's allowance who have accumulated 15 years of insurance coverage can receive the full allowance if they meet the other eligibility requirements.
Applicants must have resided in Taiwan for more than 183 days in each of the past 3 years to qualify for the farmer's allowance.
Did Shen Po-yang's father really not make money from China? Liang Wen-chieh says it was “like selling Taobao goods”; writer slams double standards: Isn't making money for China helping the enemy?
Explainer》Were the relationships between the 2 partners in the Abby Choi case complicated? Tan Fong-chun reportedly “wanted to have sex with her ex-husband”; a timeline of the 3-year murder case
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The 2023 murder case of Hong Kong socialite Abby Choi went to trial at the High Court in September 2026. Her ex-husband Alex Kwong, former father-in-law Kwong Kau, and former brother-in-law Kwong Kong-kit were charged with murder. All 3 denied the murder charges, though some admitted to preventing the lawful burial of a corpse. The trial revealed key details including a property dispute, large financial transactions, and gambling debts. The defense also questioned whether Choi's partner, Tan Fong-chun, had had a same-sex relationship with Alex Kwong, which Tan denied.
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The trial of the Abby Choi murder case began at Hong Kong's High Court on September 21, 2026, before Deputy High Court Judge Kwai Yin-fai.
Abby Choi's ex-husband Alex Kwong, former father-in-law Kwong Kau, and former brother-in-law Kwong Kong-kit all denied the murder charges.
Alex Kwong and Kwong Kong-kit admitted to preventing the lawful burial of a corpse, while Kwong Kau denied the charge.
Abby Choi went missing on February 21, 2023, and police later found human remains in a village house in Tai Po.
The prosecution said Abby Choi spent about HK$60 million to buy a home in Kadoorie Hill, Ho Man Tin, which was registered in her former father-in-law Kwong Kau's name.
Tan Fong-chun admitted in court that he had borrowed HK$5 million to gamble in the past and subsequently lost it all.
Tan Fong-chun said his father had provided Abby Choi with a total of about HK$70 million to HK$80 million.
A health insurance card is useful for more than doctor visits! 10 little-known benefits can “save nearly NT$10,000 a year”; 16 cities and counties cover the full cost of government health insurance premiums without an application
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This article introduces several lesser-known health insurance card benefits, including health insurance premium subsidies for older adults in 16 cities and counties, free health screenings, publicly funded vaccines, and home medical care. It also explains features of the Ministry of Health and Welfare's National Health Insurance Administration app, such as the virtual health insurance card and health record lookup, which help people reduce medical expenses and make accessing care more convenient.
Facts
A total of 16 cities and counties across Taiwan subsidize older adults' health insurance premiums, with a maximum subsidy of NT$826 per person per month.
Adults aged 65 and older are entitled to 1 free adult health checkup each year.
People who meet the criteria for certain diseases can have their teeth cleaned once every 3 months.
The National Health Insurance Administration of the Ministry of Health and Welfare has launched the “全民健保行動快易通│健康存摺 App”.
The virtual National Health Insurance card’s dynamic barcode refreshes automatically every 5 minutes.
A new department store is coming to Taiwan! 'A huge 4,500-ping cinema, easy access by MRT and convenient transport'; opening date and location revealed
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The E United Group announced that Building B of 義享天地 in northern Kaohsiung will open in 2027, featuring 秀泰影城, the largest cinema in northern Kaohsiung (4500 ping/16 screens), as well as semiconductor and financial offices. Annual foot traffic is projected to reach 2000万.
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The E United Group announced that 樂漾廣場 and 義享帝國商辦 in Building B of 義享天地 in northern Kaohsiung are expected to open in 2027.
秀泰影城, which will open at 樂漾廣場, is billed as the largest cinema in northern Kaohsiung, spanning about 4500 ping and planned to have 16 screens.
秀泰影城’s largest auditorium will feature a massive screen 30 meters wide and 16.2 meters tall, with a total area of 486 square meters and seating for about 500 people.
秀泰影城 is targeting an opening during the 2027 summer vacation.
The 義享帝國商辦 has a total floor area of about 14,000 ping and 85 office units.
Companies currently moving into 義享帝國商辦 include multinational semiconductor equipment and testing firms from the United States and Japan, as well as fintech companies and major financial institutions.
義享天地 is located near Dashun 1st Road, close to the Aozihdi Station on the Kaohsiung MRT Red Line.
The operator estimates that once 義享樂漾廣場, 秀泰影城 and 義享帝國 are all fully operational, annual visits to the entire complex could reach 2000萬.
鉅亨買基金 maps out a new wealth management blueprint, building a direct channel between high-net-worth clients and fund companies.
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鉅亨買基金 established a wealth management department on the 16th, with senior vice president Chang Ying-hui serving as acting general manager. The move aims to leverage its digital platform and international resources to deepen its reach in the high-net-worth client market and expand its digital wealth management business.
Facts
鉅亨買基金 announced on the 16th that it had officially established a wealth management department.
Senior vice president Chang Ying-hui is serving as acting general manager to drive the new business.
The wealth management department’s team has more than 30 years of experience at financial institutions.
鉅亨買基金 launched in Taiwan in 2015 and is the country’s largest privately operated digital fund trading platform.
The company will expand from a fund trading platform into comprehensive digital wealth management.
Fed Chair Warsh: AI is the most profound economic transformation in his lifetime; AI hearing to be held in the Bay Area on Nov. 16.
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Fed Chair Warsh announced that an AI hearing will be held in the San Francisco Bay Area on Nov. 16 to discuss AI’s far-reaching impact on the economy. The working groups aim to study key areas of monetary policy and are expected to submit recommendations by year-end.
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Federal Reserve (Fed) Chair Kevin Warsh announced that he will hold an in-person hearing on artificial intelligence (AI) in the San Francisco Bay Area on Nov. 16.
Warsh announced the news during a fireside chat with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva while attending the IMF’s annual meeting in Bangkok.
Warsh said AI is bringing the most far-reaching economic transformation he has seen in his lifetime, boosting economic efficiency and creating more wealth.
In June, Warsh established five working groups of outside experts to study key areas of monetary policy formulation.
Warsh expects the working groups to submit recommendations to the Fed around the end of this year.
三陽工業 advances asset revitalization, opening Jin Silicon Valley No.25 office tower on Xinming Road.
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金矽谷No.25環球旗艦總部, jointly developed by 三陽工業 and 耀達建設, opened on the 16th. The project is located on Xinming Road in Neihu, with development value estimated at up to 100億元. Companies including 系微 and 維科生技 have already moved in, and the sales rate is about 30%.
Facts
金矽谷No.25 環球旗艦總部, jointly developed by 三陽工業 and 耀達建設, officially opened on the morning of the 16th.
金矽谷No.25 環球旗艦總部 was redeveloped from 三陽工業’s former Xinming service center site in Neihu. Construction began in 2020, and the project has now been completed.
The overall development value of 金矽谷No.25 環球旗艦總部 is estimated by the market at up to 100億元.
金矽谷No.25 環球旗艦總部 has a total floor area of 1萬2086.5 ping, with 三陽 and 耀達 holding 58% and 42%, respectively.
Taiwan-listed technology company 系微 (6231-TW) and 維科生技 have each purchased entire floors of office space at 金矽谷No.25總部, on the 12th and 15th floors, respectively.
彭信欽, general manager of 耀達建設, said 金矽谷No.25 環球旗艦總部 currently has a total sales rate of about 30%.
20% tax rate, Oct. 22 filing deadline! China’s tax crackdown spreads to Singapore as the wealthy review offshore trusts.
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The Chinese government is stepping up tax scrutiny of wealthy individuals’ overseas assets, imposing a 20% income tax on offshore trusts and requiring filings by Oct. 22. The move is prompting China’s ultra-high-net-worth individuals to review their overseas assets more quickly, while also affecting Singapore’s wealth management sector and the global luxury goods industry.
Facts
China’s new rules impose a 20% income tax on transfers of offshore trust assets and related income.
Taxpayers must report their related tax liabilities by the Oct. 22 deadline.
The new rules retroactively cover certain transactions and income dating from Jan. 1, 2023.
Singapore’s assets under management reached 6.7兆 Singapore dollars at the end of 2025.
Shares of both 路威酩軒 and 愛馬仕 have fallen about 40% year to date.
A textile business owner in Guangdong was asked to pay an additional $1.9 million in taxes related to profits from overseas transactions.
After negotiations, a company in Guangzhou saw its tax bill cut from about $21 million to about $1 million.
Companies mentioned：日經亞洲、Asian Private Banker、海峽時報、news.com.au、Tigris Family Office、路威酩軒、愛馬仕、開雲集團
台化 makes progress in renewable energy, with its first small hydropower plant operating for 472 days and supplying stable green power.
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The small hydropower plant at the Shalu water distribution center in Taichung, built with investment from 台化 (1326-TW), received the inaugural “Outstanding Diversified Green Energy Award” on the 16th. Since opening in February 2025, smart operations and maintenance and efficient power generation have demonstrated the feasibility of producing green energy while ensuring water supply security, earning the project favor from the semiconductor industry.
Facts
The small hydropower plant at the Shalu water distribution center in Taichung, built with investment from 台化, received the inaugural “Outstanding Diversified Green Energy Award” on the 16th.
The Shalu small hydropower plant uses an elevation drop of about 76 meters to convert the potential energy of tap water into clean electricity.
As of May 31, 2026, the plant had generated a cumulative 6,073,400 kWh, reducing carbon dioxide equivalent emissions by about 2,836 metric tons.
The site’s actual capacity factor reached 73.3%, or 1.65 times the contractual benchmark of 44.5%.
台化 has introduced 24-hour remote monitoring and AI-based equipment health alerts, shifting its maintenance approach from post-failure repairs to prevention.
The Shalu site has a 731.5-kilowatt turbine generator and is also Taiwan’s first commercially operated facility to generate power using water pipelines.
台化 will continue developing small hydropower projects at the Shenkeng and Niaozuitan water purification plants.
Indonesia’s stock market plunges 11%, triggering a circuit breaker! MSCI considers reclassifying it as a “standalone market,” which would be a first in Asia; foreign investors step up withdrawals as risks escalate.
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Indonesian stocks slumped after MSCI launched a consultation on reclassifying the country as a “standalone market.” The JCI fell as much as 8%, triggering a circuit breaker, and losses widened to 11.4% after trading resumed. Foreign investors have been net sellers by $4.9 billion so far this year, and liquidity could come under further pressure if Indonesia is ultimately removed.
Facts
The Jakarta Composite Index (JCI) fell as much as 8%, triggering a 30-minute trading halt; losses widened to 11.4% after trading resumed.
MSCI announced a consultation on reclassifying Indonesia as a “standalone market,” citing persistent problems with market governance and trading mechanisms.
Foreign investors have been net sellers of Indonesian stocks by $4.9 billion so far this year.
The Indonesian rupiah fell 0.5% to 18035 per U.S. dollar and has depreciated about 8% so far this year.
日月光 joins forces with 3 universities to present 18 packaging technology research achievements, deepening innovation in advanced packaging and key processes.
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日月光 held its 14th packaging technology research results presentation on the 16th, unveiling 18 joint projects with 3 universities to advance innovation in advanced packaging and manufacturing processes.
Another milestone in the 台新新光金 merger! 台新 and 元富投顧 complete merger, boosting research capabilities.
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台新投顧, a subsidiary of Taishin Financial Holding, and 元富投顧 completed their merger on the 16th. 台新投顧 is the surviving company and has established five major research departments, aiming to pool resources and serve as the financial group’s central research hub, strengthening its overall research competitiveness.
Facts
台新投顧 and 元富投顧 officially completed their merger on the 16th, with 台新投顧 as the surviving company.
After the merger, 台新投顧 has more than 80 employees, placing it among the largest securities investment consulting firms affiliated with domestic financial holding companies。
台新投顧 has established five research divisions：technology industries，macroeconomics and traditional industries，international markets，corporate finance，and integrated marketing。
Hong Suzhen will remain as chairwoman，Li Zhenyu as vice chairman，Jiang Haonong will become general manager，and Huang Wenqing will become chief strategy officer。
Following the merger，台新投顧 will extend its research services to business lines across the group，including banking wealth management，securities brokerage，investment trust asset management，and life insurance investments。