Kuomintang (KMT) chairwoman Cheng Li-wun returned to Taipei after a five-day US visit, describing it as "beyond expectations." She met with think tanks, universities, Taiwanese American communities, and influential US senators and representatives.
Kuomintang (KMT) chairwoman Cheng Li-wun returned to Taipei after a five-stop US visit, describing it as "beyond expectations." She met with think tanks, universities, Taiwanese American communities, and influential US senators and representatives.
Kuomintang (KMT) chairwoman Cheng Li-wun returned to Taipei after a five-stop US visit. She met with think tanks, universities, Taiwanese American communities, and influential senators and representatives in Washington.
COMPUTEX TAIPEI 2026, held in Taipei from June 2-5, concluded as the largest event ever with over 110,000 attendees. The main focus was NVIDIA's new 'RTX Spark' SoC, a 13-year return to Windows PCs, integrating Arm CPUs and Blackwell GPUs for on-device Agent AI, aiming to compete with high-end Macs.
Taiwan's Coast Guard Administration reported mainland Chinese law enforcement vessels entered restricted waters near Taiping Island on Thursday, a first for government vessels. The ships were driven away by Taiwan's coastguard. Experts suggest this is Beijing's attempt to assert sovereignty.
Head of a Taiwanese sea search-and-rescue group urges joint maritime emergency drills with China. The Taiwan Strait is a high-risk zone, and cooperation stopped in 2016.
The head of a Taiwanese sea search-and-rescue group urged Beijing and Taipei to resume cooperation on maritime emergencies. Joint drills ceased in 2016, impacting safety in the busy Taiwan Strait.
DPP legislator Shen Po-yang is actively discussing Taipei's issues, setting the agenda for the 2026 mayoral race. His proactive approach contrasts with incumbent Mayor Chiang Wan-an's perceived passive response, leading to questions about who truly fears the election and the unresolved problems Shen Po-yang highlights.
The 2026 Taipei Water Dance Carnival opened tonight at Songshan's Shigou Wharf Rainbow Bridge, featuring a spectacular show combining water dance, fireworks, and fire effects, set to music from "The Phantom of the Opera." The event runs until the 27th, with daily performances and a special "Water and Fire Dance" show on the closing day.
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an attended the opening ceremony of the Longsheng Community Activity Center in Daan District. The new facility includes a parking lot, YouBike station, childcare center, long-term care institution, and a Hakka incubation center. Chiang also announced a collaboration with NVIDIA to optimize the Wenhu Line using AI and 3D modeling.
Taipei Nursing and Health University held its graduation ceremony today, with over 800 nursing graduates set to join the healthcare sector. Shin Kong Hospital Vice President Hung Tzu-jen emphasized that AI will not replace medical professionals but will be a collaborative tool, calling the graduates Taiwan's most valuable investment.
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an's call to abolish the Control Yuan has drawn criticism from legislator Lin Chun-hsien, who questioned Chiang's past opposition to similar constitutional amendments. Lin suggested Chiang's current stance might be politically motivated, possibly to distance himself from his aide or to position himself for a 2028 presidential bid.
An opinion piece argues against building a fifth "giant dome" stadium in New Taipei City, Taiwan. The author contends the market is saturated, the project is a political maneuver, and the funds would be better allocated to a teaching medical center and an AI immersive venue to boost high-paying jobs and technological advancement.
Police raided a suspected drug packaging operation in New Taipei City's Xindian District. A 32-year-old man, identified as Chen, attempted to escape by jumping from a second-floor window but became trapped on a metal awning. Firefighters rescued him, and police seized drug-related materials, including ingredients for "zombie smoke" (依託咪酯), and are investigating the source and distribution.
Taipei's Xinyi East Extension MRT line is accused of rushing safety checks and procedures before its inspection by the Ministry of Transportation and Communications. Critics, including a mayoral candidate, allege the city government is prioritizing public relations and political achievements over public safety, citing uncompleted fire safety inspections, generator tests, and road restoration.
Taiwan's legislature passed an amendment to the Public Officials Election and Recall Act, removing the disqualification for candidates sentenced to probation or community service. This change, dubbed the 'Gao Hung-an clause,' allows New Taipei City Councilor Huang Yong-chang, previously disqualified due to a probation sentence, to run for re-election. The amendment also adds a disqualification for those convicted of fraud offenses.
Taiwan's US representative expects approval for new arms sales from Washington, while opposition leader Cheng Li-wun clarifies her party's stance during a Washington visit, emphasizing cooperation over procedural concerns.
A 31-year-old man, identified as Mr. Zheng, was arrested in Taipei's crowded Ximending shopping district for carrying two knives. He did not brandish the weapons or injure anyone. Police are currently questioning him.
Taipei's MRT Xinyi Line East Extension is under scrutiny for allegedly rushing safety checks before its final inspection. Despite reports of incomplete fire safety and generator tests, the Taipei City Department of Transportation claims all facilities are complete and is seeking early approval for opening.
Taipei Fubon Bank held a workshop for SMEs on net-zero carbon emissions, offering AI tools for carbon management and addressing challenges like insufficient capacity and resources. The bank has also increased green investments and issued sustainable bonds.
New Taipei City's Water Resources Bureau and Riverside Management Office are opening five water parks on June 13th, including the new Chongyang Flower Water Park, to help residents cool off during the summer. The parks offer various water features and activities for families.
A high school student in Taipei was stabbed with an umbrella tip by a man on a bus. The man claimed he was angered by being blocked by passengers while trying to exit.
New Taipei City's Labor Affairs Department, in collaboration with Tucheng Hospital and the New Taipei City Association for the Visually Impaired, has opened a "Tucheng Hospital Vision-Impaired Massage Station." The station offers a NT$100 discount for the first 15 customers daily until June 25th. Spokesperson "Banana Brother" promoted a lottery for those spending over NT$500 on vision-impaired massages in New Taipei City by September 30th, with an iPhone 17 Pro as the grand prize.
Taipei prosecutors are intensifying election probes, focusing on structural vote-buying, fake news, and foreign interference. They aim to track illicit funds and identify collaborators to safeguard democratic processes.
