October 20, 2025

Supreme Court Finalizes Life Term for Organizer of 61 Kidnappings

Taipei: The Supreme Court on Monday upheld a life sentence given to the organizer of 61 kidnappings that led to the deaths of three captives in 2022. According to Focus Taiwan, Tu Cheng-che and his co-conspirators lured people to rented residences in Taoyuan’s Zhongli District and New Taipei’s Tamsui District

Australian Lawmaker Endorses Taiwan’s CPTPP Membership Amidst Concerns Over China

Taipei: Taiwan will be a great member of a regional trade bloc that Australia is part of, given its track record as a “trusted economic partner,” a visiting Australian lawmaker said Monday. In contrast, China, which also seeks to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), had

Taiwan to Receive Initial Harpoon Missile Defense Systems by New Year

Taipei: Taiwan is set to receive its first shipment of Harpoon Coastal Defense Systems (HCDS) from the United States around the New Year, marking a significant step towards achieving critical capability for its planned “littoral combatant command,” Navy Chief of Staff Chiu Chun-jung announced. According to Focus Taiwan, the announcement

Kinmen Ferry Services to China Suspended Due to Severe Weather

Kinmen: Ferry services between outlying Kinmen County and China were suspended Monday due to strong winds and severe maritime conditions in the wake of a seasonal northeasterly wind system along with the effects of Tropical Storm Fengshen, according to Kinmen’s Harbor Bureau. In a statement posted on its Facebook page,

Taiwan to Establish Silicon Photonics Hub in Kaohsiung Amid AI Push

Kaohsiung: Taiwan is planning to transform Kaohsiung into a national silicon photonics hub as part of its broader strategy to advance artificial intelligence. Yeh Chun-hsien, head of the National Development Council (NDC), announced this initiative during a legislative hearing, highlighting the country’s commitment to technological growth. According to Focus Taiwan,

Taiwanese Entertainers Hank Chen and Lulu Huang Register Marriage

Taipei: Taiwanese entertainers Hank Chen and Lulu Huang have officially registered their marriage, marking a significant milestone in their relationship just a month after announcing their engagement. The couple’s marriage registration took place on Monday, witnessed by family, friends, and their talent agency head Isaac Chen, who were all present