Taipei: The first five land-based Harpoon anti-ship missile launcher vehicles, alongside a radar truck, have arrived in Taiwan from the United States, a source familiar with the matter informed CNA on Saturday. The arrival marks a significant step in Taiwan’s defense capabilities in response to regional security challenges. According to
Taipei: Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) on Saturday urged dialogue to resolve South China Sea disputes after the Philippines officially endorsed new names for more than 130 features in the Kalayaan Island Group (KIG), part of the Spratly Islands. According to Focus Taiwan, MOFA released a statement urging all
Taipei: President Lai Ching-te on Saturday urged the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) to actively support civil groups campaigning to recall Kuomintang (KMT) lawmakers. Lai, who also chairs the DPP, emphasized at the party’s national congress that while numerous nations grow wary of China’s expanding authoritarianism, Taiwan’s defense budget and security
Taipei: The Liberty Times has reported that 34 staff members of the Kuomintang (KMT) in Taichung have been indicted for alleged forgery related to recall petitions. The allegations center on fraudulent activities during the petition process, leading to legal action against those involved. According to Focus Taiwan, the indictment follows
Taipei: Taiwan’s Central Weather Administration (CWA) on Saturday issued heat alerts for seven municipalities, warning residents that temperatures could reach 36 degrees Celsius or higher in Pingtung and Hualien counties, which received the alert three days in a row. According to Focus Taiwan, at press time, the agency issued a
Taipei: The Golden Melody Awards (GMA) kicked off at 7 p.m. on Saturday at Taipei Arena, celebrating achievements by artists in the local pop music industry. According to Focus Taiwan, now in their 36th year, the Golden Melody Awards, organized by Taiwan’s Ministry of Culture (MOC), remain the most prestigious
