Governance

Hualien County to Sue Pegatron Chairman Over Quake Donation Claims

Hualien: The Hualien County Government announced plans to file a lawsuit against Pegatron Corporation Chairman Tung Tzu-hsien, accusing him of making “false accusations” regarding the county officials’ handling of donations intended for earthquake-affected schools. According to Focus Taiwan, Tung alleged in a video that more than NT$70 million was donated

Taiwan Rejects Report of South Korean Request for Martial Law Support

Taipei: Taiwan’s Presidential Office has dismissed a report from a South Korean newspaper alleging that a military intelligence official, under the administration of the now-impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol, sought Taiwan’s backing for South Korea’s martial law declaration in December 2024. According to Focus Taiwan, Presidential Office spokesperson Karen Kuo

French Strategic Report Warns of China’s Growing Threats to Taiwan

Taipei: France’s latest national strategic report has highlighted China’s repeated military exercises around Taiwan and asserted that Beijing’s escalating pressure on Taipei has created unease in the region. The 2025 National Strategic Review released Monday said the growing sophistication and intensity of China’s military exercises around Taiwan and its continued

Control Yuan to Investigate High Speed Rail Extension to Yilan Amid Concerns

Control yuan: Control Yuan members announced they have initiated an investigation into the project aiming to extend the high speed rail to Yilan County. This action comes in response to public and media concerns regarding the project’s decision-making process and the extent of citizen involvement. According to Focus Taiwan, Control

Suspended Hsinchu Mayor Denies Misconduct at Televised Recall Forum

Hsinchu: Suspended Hsinchu City Mayor Kao Hung-an on Wednesday rejected allegations of misconduct and defended her record during a televised public forum on a recall vote campaign against her. Hosted by the Hsinchu City Election Commission, the TV event featured two rounds of remarks from Kao and recall campaign leader