May 27, 2025

Taiwanese National Faces Permanent Blood Donation Ban After Cannabis Gummy Consumption

Taipei: A Taiwanese individual has been permanently barred from donating blood after consuming cannabis gummies during a visit to Thailand, as cannabis is classified as a category two narcotic in Taiwan. The Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) confirmed the decision, reflecting the country’s strict drug regulations. According to Focus

Detention of Ko Wen-je, 3 Other Defendants Ordered to Be Extended

Taipei: The Taipei District Court handed down a ruling Tuesday extending the detention of former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je by two more months starting June 2, with Ko facing corruption charges related to a real estate scandal dating back to his tenure as mayor. The court also ordered that three

Taiwan Shares Open Lower Amidst Market Fluctuations

Taipei: The Taiwan Stock Exchange’s main index opened on a downward trend, falling by 44.92 points to reach 21,491.65. This movement was observed on a turnover of NT$2.927 billion, equivalent to approximately US$97.96 million.

According to Focus Taiw…

U.S. Dollar Declines in Taipei Trading

Taipei: The U.S. dollar was traded at NT$31.504 at 10 a.m. Thursday on the Taipei Foreign Exchange, marking a decrease of NT$0.036 from the previous close.

According to Focus Taiwan, this decline in the value of the U.S. dollar reflects ongoing adju…

Taiwan Dollar Strengthens Against US Dollar, Falls Below 30

Taipei: Taiwan’s currency has made significant gains, falling below the 30 mark against the US dollar. This development has been highlighted as one of the leading stories in major Taiwan dailies on Tuesday.

According to Focus Taiwan, several newspap…

Guatemalan President to Meet Lai in June State Visit

Taipei: Guatemalan President Bernardo Ar©valo will travel to Taiwan in June on a state visit, during which he will meet with President Lai Ching-te, he announced Monday.

According to Focus Taiwan, Ar©valo stated at a press conference that the trip a…