June 22, 2025

Chinese Coast Guard Ushered Out of Waters Near Taiwan’s Dongsha Island

Taipei: Taiwan’s Coast Guard Administration (CGA) said it took responsive measures Sunday that resulted in an intruding Chinese coast guard ship leaving Taiwan-controlled restricted waters off Dongsha Island in the South China Sea. The China Coast Guard ship 3302, which had entered waters west-northwest of Dongsha Island, left at 6:10

Taiwan Emphasizes National Identity in Schools Amid Rising China Concerns

Taipei: Taiwan is opening a new front in its efforts to counter China’s threats to its security — the classroom — to foster a greater sense of national identity and awareness of China’s threat, but scholars warned that the approach could blur the line between education and political indoctrination. Previous

Taiwanese Musicians Shine at Czech Music Crossroads Festival

Ostrava: Taiwanese artists showcasing a mix of Indigenous, rock, and electronic music took center stage at the 2025 Czech Music Crossroads festival, which took place in the city of Ostrava from Thursday to Saturday. Taiwan was designated as the “Focus Country” at this year’s festival, highlighting performances from Taiwu Ballads

Tropical Depression Near Iwo Jima May Escalate Into Typhoon: CWA

Taipei: The Central Weather Administration (CWA) announced that a tropical depression located off the coast of Iwo Jima in Japan has the potential to intensify into a tropical storm or even a typhoon. According to Focus Taiwan, there is also a possibility of additional tropical depressions forming in the South

CPC Corp. Taiwan Faces Significant Fine for Dalin Refinery Flare Pollution

Kaohsiung: CPC Corp. Taiwan will be fined up to NT$5 million (US$168,845) for violating the Air Pollution Control Act after a flare stack at its Dalin refinery in Kaohsiung released excessive pollutants early Sunday morning, according to the city’s Environmental Protection Bureau (EPB). According to Focus Taiwan, the EPB reported

Taiwan Men’s Team Claims Bronze at Asian Fencing Championships

Bali: Taiwan won bronze in the senior men’s team foil at the 2025 Asian Fencing Championships in Bali, Indonesia, which ended Sunday. After dispatching South Korea in the quarterfinals, Taiwan found itself behind 18-35 with two rounds to go against China in the semifinals. Despite 19-year-old Hsu Sheng-hung’s 12-point rally