October 2, 2025

Coast Guard Frigate ‘Suao’ Joins Taiwan’s Maritime Patrol Fleet

Kaohsiung: The Coast Guard Administration (CGA) on Thursday commissioned the 10th 600-ton class patrol vessel, CG612 “Suao,” at a ceremony in Kaohsiung, underscoring the government’s commitment to maritime sovereignty. According to Focus Taiwan, at the same event, another vessel of the same class, CG613, was officially named “Lanyu” and launched.

Taiwan Stock Market Sees Significant Uptick as Trading Begins

Taipei: The Taiwan Stock Exchange’s main index saw a notable increase as it opened, rising by 409.4 points to reach 26,392.31. This surge occurred on a turnover of NT$11.38 billion (US$373.88 million). According to Focus Taiwan, this opening marks a positive start to the trading day, suggesting increased activity and

A Ladder Becomes a Lifeline for Hualien Flood Victims

Hualien: Near the intersection of Zhongzheng and Linsen roads in Hualien County’s Guangfu Township sits a single-story house, surrounded by longan trees and other greenery. Its owner is a retired man surnamed Wang in his 70s, who moved to eastern Taiwan from Taipei more than a decade ago and picked

Drama Film ‘A Foggy Tale’ Leads 11 Golden Horse Nominations

Taipei: The Golden Horse Awards announced the nominations for its 62nd installment Wednesday, with “A Foggy Tale” leading the tally with 11 nominations. “A Foggy Tale” was nominated for narrative feature, director, leading actor, leading actress, original screenplay, visual effects, art direction, makeup and costume design, original film song, film

Military Flyover Rehearsal Conducted in Taipei for National Day Celebrations

Taipei: An assortment of military aircraft flew over the Presidential Office building in downtown Taipei early Thursday as part of a rehearsal organized by Taiwan’s military ahead of the National Day of the Republic of China (Taiwan) flyby performance on Oct. 10. According to Focus Taiwan, Thursday’s rehearsal, held from

132 Taiwanese Restricted in China Since 2024, 70% Tied to Fraud: MAC

Taipei: A total of 132 Taiwanese had their freedom of movement restricted in China from Jan. 1, 2024 to Sept. 30, 2025, with more than 70 percent of the cases linked to fraud, the Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) said Thursday. According to Focus Taiwan, of those restricted, 93 were involved