Politics

Taiwan and the Marshall Islands sign a landmark security pact to enhance maritime awareness, cybersecurity, and counter hybrid threats amid rising regional tensions and Chinese influence.

Former DPP lawmaker Chen Ou-po is under investigation for alleged bribery involving logistics firm ULIC. Prosecutors link the case to legislative support provided after a 2018 port incident. Read full details and implications.

Taiwan recalls 1,000 kg of Chinese-imported yellow croaker contaminated with banned antibiotic enrofloxacin. Learn about the health risks, regulatory actions, and implications for food safety.

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te congratulated Poland's newly elected president Karol Nawrocki, signaling stronger ties between the two democracies. The move highlights Taiwan’s strategy to deepen global partnerships amid growing tensions with China.

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warns of “global consequences” if China uses force against Taiwan, urging greater Indo-Pacific cooperation and deterrence at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore.

Taiwan's NCSIST is set to commence combat evaluations of its "Kuai Chi" attack drone boat in June 2025, marking a significant advancement in the nation's maritime defense capabilities.

Taipei City Councilor Chen Chung-wen is under investigation for alleged bribery in his father's unopposed election as chairperson of the Beitou Farmers' Association, amid ongoing appeals from a previous corruption conviction.

Taiwanese students at Harvard face financial and visa uncertainties after the Trump administration freezes $3.2 billion in federal funding. Taiwan’s Ministry of Education offers emergency government-backed loans and contingency plans, including remote learning and credit transfers, to support affected students amid escalating U.S. visa restrictions.

Taiwan names Edward Tao as ambassador to St. Kitts and Nevis and Peter Lan as envoy to Thailand, reinforcing key international partnerships amid diplomatic isolation pressures from China.

Taichung City has unveiled plans for a NT$40 billion Taichung Dome, a 30,000-seat multipurpose stadium in the Shuinan Economic and Trade Park, set to host sports, concerts, and commercial events by 2030 under a BOT model.