March 15, 2025

KMT Considers Referendum on Revival of Military Tribunal

Taipei: The Kuomintang (KMT) is currently in discussions about the possibility of holding a referendum on the revival of a military tribunal. This development has become one of the leading stories in Taiwan’s media landscape, capturing significant attention due to its potential impact on the country’s judicial and political systems.

Heavy Rain Alert Issued for Northern Taiwan as Cold Air Mass Approaches

Taipei: A heavy rain alert has been issued for seven cities and counties in northern Taiwan on Saturday, while temperatures are expected to dip to single digits next week as a continental cold air mass approaches, according to the Central Weather Administration (CWA). According to Focus Taiwan, the CWA said

Taiwan Criticizes China for Anti-Secession Law Justification of Annexation

Taipei: Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) on Friday criticized Chinese authorities for using the Anti-Secession Law to justify annexing Taiwan after Beijing’s No. 3 official stressed the use of legal measures against Taiwan independence at a symposium marking the law’s 20th anniversary. “The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) enacted the Anti-Secession

Golden Horse Awards-Winning Cinematographer Lin Tsan-ting Dies at 94

Taipei: Veteran cinematographer Lin Tsan-ting has passed away at the age of 94, Taiwan’s Chinese Society of Cinematographers (CSC) confirmed on Saturday. Lin died on Friday at Taipei’s Tri-Service General Hospital where he was admitted after suffering a heart attack, the CSC said. According to Focus Taiwan, Lin was one

Taiwan Plans Establishment of Air Quality Center to Enhance Pollution Response

Taipei: Taiwan’s Environment Ministry has drafted plans to establish a dedicated air quality monitoring and forecasting center to strengthen pollution forecasting and response efforts, according to a written report submitted to the Legislature this week. According to Focus Taiwan, the ministry’s proposal, set to be discussed at a legislative session