Kaohsiung.
city in southern Taiwan
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 225
What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
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The Kaohsiung City Government, led by the Mayor, is overseeing the development of the Baipu Industrial Park in collaboration with the Ministry of Economic Affairs.Some support3 reports
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China Airlines is expanding its operations in southern Taiwan, and Mandarin Airlines has been confirmed as part of the CAL Group.Some support2 reports
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Air Macau has begun operating regional commercial routes from Macau to Taipei, Taichung, and Kaohsiung.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Prosecutors office filed an indictment against Lin Tai-hua regarding campaign funds in Kaohsiung.Some support1 report
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Confusion arose regarding the identity of Lee Po-yi in Kaohsiung and Taipei.Some support1 report
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The Republic of China Military Academy is located in Kaohsiung.Some support1 report
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TSMC is collaborating with the Ministry of Economic Affairs to establish R&D and advanced packaging plans in Kaohsiung.Some support10 reports
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CPC announced plans to supply marine biofuel and bunker fuels at ports in Kaohsiung, Taichung, and Keelung.Some support2 reports
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Disinformation campaigns are targeting local elections in Taiwan, involving Kaohsiung and Beijing.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Lin discussed cities including Kaohsiung, contrasting Taiwan's tech focus with Hong Kong's gateway role.Some support5 reports
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Kaohsiung and Taipei are expanding their bike-share infrastructure, with Taipei utilizing local retail chain vouchers.Some support2 reports
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Kaohsiung faces chronic flooding due to river issues, prompting consultations on flood control measures related to the Dianbao River.Some support1 report
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Arsenal bases have been relocated to Dashu District in Kaohsiung, a city in southern Taiwan.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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While bases are relocated to Dashu District in Kaohsiung, a specific detail emerges regarding the use of Japanese seismic dampers.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Siemens Mobility and ST Engineering are part of the consortium awarded the contract to provide CBTC signalling and rolling stock for the Kaohsiung metro system, with components from Switzerland.Some support1 report
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China is reportedly increasing pressure on Taiwan, with Beijing using vessels to harass its EEZ, while also seeking agricultural dependence from specific Taiwanese counties.Well supported5 reports2 developments inside
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PLA conducts joint military exercises involving targeting major southern and northern port facilities and practicing island blockades.Some support2 reports
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The Prosecutors Office has been located in Kaohsiung as of August 18, 2026.Some support1 report
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Business operations in Kaohsiung are underway, involving King Slide Works Co and Pierre Chen, with net worth comparisons highlighting market rivalry.Some support1 report
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The Taipei City Government is addressing concerns regarding teacher stress and proposing measures to enhance school safety.Some support1 report
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Military and local officials in Tainan, the Defense Minister of Taiwan, and the movement of marine units from Kaohsiung detail ongoing defense exercises.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
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Marine Corps conducts tours from base in Kaohsiung.Some support1 report
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A High Court case was filed in Kaohsiung on August 10, 2026.Some support1 report
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The Central Weather Administration has issued heavy rain and torrential rain advisories affecting multiple locations including Chiayi City, Kaohsiung, Nantou County, and Keelung.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Typhoon Dolphin impacted the Kaohsiung area on August 1, 2026, leading to aircraft diversions.Some support1 report
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Drills testing defense capabilities were conducted in Kaohsiung by the Armaments Bureau.Some support1 report
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Winbond Electronics Corp and Nuvoton Technology Corp are expanding a fab in Kaohsiung to increase production capacity, noting the logic-chip business is a subsidiary.Some support1 report
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Joint emergency supplies were sent following earthquake damage in Kumamoto Prefecture.Some support1 report
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A large missile and drone attack occurred on August 3, 2026, involving entities in Kyiv, Morocco, and Kaohsiung.Some support1 report
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A multi-city tour, including TWS, continues its Asia itinerary across several destinations like Kaohsiung, Singapore, and Seoul.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Severe flooding and heavy rain affect Tainan, Hualien County, and Kaohsiung due to Typhoon Mekkhala.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
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Investigations into lab fires and compound disasters begin in Hualien County, alongside setting industrial waste guidelines.Some support1 report
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Kaohsiung mangoes were shipped to the UK on July 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Partnerships were established between Beihai, City of Tulsa, Celle, and Kaohsiung across several historical dates.Some support1 report
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Increased flights are boosting tourism between Kaohsiung and Okayama.Some support1 report
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A gala featuring jewelry works was held in Pingtung County, involving university leaders and connections to Beijing and Shenzhen.Some support7 reports
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Tainan, Kaohsiung, and Taipei are major cities located in Taiwan.Some support2 reports
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Vietnam Airlines is expanding its network by launching new international services and increasing frequencies to several key global locations.Some support2 reports
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Typhoon Mekkhala is heading towards Japan, causing torrential rain and localized flooding in Kaohsiung and Taipei.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Tropical storm brings heavy rain to Kaohsiung and Tainan, while Toyota suspends operations in Kyushu due to weather.Some support12 reports
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Lai Ching-te attended a funeral service in Kaohsiung.Some support1 report
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A court branch located in Kaohsiung was identified as the target of a bribery scheme concerning petition signatures on May 27, 2026.Some support1 report
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Around Kaohsiung this week
News at the entities that move Kaohsiung most-
People’s Liberation Army OperationalA joint Army operation in Bishnupur district of Manipur resulted in the arrest of militants linked to the PLA and KCP.Moves Kaohsiung
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TSMC StructuralTSMC signed a 10-year advanced packaging partnership in Arizona.Moves Kaohsiung
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Switzerland StructuralECB has established swap line arrangements with central banks, with the ECB President leading central bank operations.Moves Kaohsiung
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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems TransactionalCRS analyzed the MQ-9A Reaper program produced by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems.Moves Kaohsiung
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Siemens Mobility StructuralSiemens has secured a high-speed rail contract with VinSpeed, involving the company's mobility division.Moves Kaohsiung
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Beijing OperationalA Congressional Delegation condemned Beijing's new law regarding ethnic minorities.Moves Kaohsiung
Connections
The 40 strongest of 225, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
TSMC Structural
TSMC is actively expanding its fabrication and R&D facilities within the city of Kaohsiung.
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People’s Liberation Army Operational
The People's Liberation Army is targeting major southern port facilities in Kaohsiung.
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Ministry of Economic Affairs Structural
The Ministry of Economic Affairs exercises oversight over industrial parks located in Kaohsiung.
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Switzerland Structural
Swiss facilities supply trains to Kaohsiung, establishing a supply chain dependency.
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Beijing Operational
Beijing actively uses geopolitical influence and disinformation to affect Kaohsiung's political and territorial environment.
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Taipei Operational
The two cities actively compete and respond to each other's initiatives, particularly regarding green infrastructure and urban development.
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Dashu District Shared context
Dashu District is a district within Kaohsiung where relocated arsenal bases are situated.
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Kaohsiung City Government Operational
The Kaohsiung City Government actively promotes and enhances Kaohsiung's global travel and professional profile.
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Dianbao River Structural
The city of Kaohsiung faces chronic flooding due to ongoing issues with the Dianbao River, creating a functional dependency.
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Central Weather Administration Shared context
The Central Weather Administration issues advisories and tracks weather events affecting the municipality of Kaohsiung.
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China Airlines Shared context
Kaohsiung serves as a key operational base and market for China Airlines' regional activities.
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Jun Dong Structural
Jun Dong provides professional support to Kaohsiung while employed at Agoda.
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Yatsushiro Transactional
Jointly sent emergency supplies following earthquake damage.
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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Transactional
General Atomics supplies drones to the location of Kaohsiung.
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Siemens Mobility Structural
Siemens Mobility provides CBTC signalling technology for the operation of the Kaohsiung metro system.
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North America Operational
The local ecosystem in Kaohsiung is affected by invasive species originating from North America.
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Taipei City Government Operational
The two entities discuss and propose measures related to shared public policy issues, specifically school safety.
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Baoshan Village Shared context
Residents from Baoshan Village have resettled in Kaohsiung.
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South Asia Operational
Invasive species originating in South Asia are observed to impact local fish populations near Kaohsiung.
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Hsu Chih-chieh Shared context
Hsu Chih-chieh is a legislator based in Kaohsiung City.
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high court Shared context
The high court operates from a branch located within the city of Kaohsiung.
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CPC Operational
Forecasted operational arrangement where CPC will utilize Kaohsiung ports for marine biofuel supply.
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Chen Chi-mai Structural
Chen Chi-mai holds the office of Mayor of Kaohsiung.
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Chengdu Mentioned together
Both Kaohsiung and Chengdu are noted for featuring and showcasing jewelry works.
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Hualien County Mentioned together
Both Kaohsiung and Hualien County were reported to have faced dangerous debris flows.
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City of Tulsa Operational
The two locations have an established partnership dating back to 1980.
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Donald Trump Shared context
The relationship is situated within the geopolitical context of tariffs targeting partners, including Taiwan, where Kaohsiung is located.
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LIN Yi-Wen Shared context
A specific individual was located in Kaohsiung while performing professional activities.
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Hsiao Bi-khim Shared context
Hsiao Bi-khim was observed conducting an urban resilience drill inspection while located in Kaohsiung.
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Fujian Shared context
Both Kaohsiung and Fujian are noted as regions susceptible to shipping disruptions caused by Typhoon Saudel.
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Shenzhen Mentioned together
Both Shenzhen and Kaohsiung are noted as locations featuring jewelry works.
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Lin Tai-hua Shared context
The individual was involved in a legal matter concerning campaign funds while operating in the city.
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Simon Chang Shared context
The relationship is based on a shared context where both the individual and the city participate in a free milk program.
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Pingtung County Shared context
The locations share a regional context related to government agricultural policy and financial aid for farmers.
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LIN Mentioned together
Lin mentioned Kaohsiung as part of a list of cities in an article.
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Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital Shared context
Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital is located in the city of Kaohsiung.
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Republic of China Military Academy Shared context
The Republic of China Military Academy is physically located within the city limits of Kaohsiung.
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Taiwan Shared context
Kaohsiung is a city located within the geographical boundaries of Taiwan.
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National Academy of Marine Research Shared context
The National Academy of Marine Research operates out of a location within Kaohsiung.
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Chen Hsueh-sheng Shared context
The relationship is defined by shared context, as the evidence describes activities occurring in Kaohsiung.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
8 events- Residents were resettled in Liouguei District and Kaohsiung on September 10th.
- The Kaohsiung City Government, led by the Mayor, is overseeing the development of the Baipu Industrial Park in collaboration with the Ministry of Economic Affairs.
- China Airlines is expanding its operations in southern Taiwan, and Mandarin Airlines has been confirmed as part of the CAL Group.
- Prosecutors office filed an indictment against Lin Tai-hua regarding campaign funds in Kaohsiung.
- Confusion arose regarding the identity of Lee Po-yi in Kaohsiung and Taipei.
- The Republic of China Military Academy is located in Kaohsiung.
- TSMC is collaborating with the Ministry of Economic Affairs to establish R&D and advanced packaging plans in Kaohsiung.
- CPC announced plans to supply marine biofuel and bunker fuels at ports in Kaohsiung, Taichung, and Keelung.
August 2026
18 events- Lin discussed cities including Kaohsiung, contrasting Taiwan's tech focus with Hong Kong's gateway role.
- Kaohsiung and Taipei are expanding their bike-share infrastructure, with Taipei utilizing local retail chain vouchers.
- Kaohsiung faces chronic flooding due to river issues, prompting consultations on flood control measures related to the Dianbao River.
- Arsenal bases have been relocated to Dashu District in Kaohsiung, a city in southern Taiwan.
- While bases are relocated to Dashu District in Kaohsiung, a specific detail emerges regarding the use of Japanese seismic dampers.
- Siemens Mobility and ST Engineering are part of the consortium awarded the contract to provide CBTC signalling and rolling stock for the Kaohsiung metro system, with components from Switzerland.
- PLA conducts joint military exercises involving targeting major southern and northern port facilities and practicing island blockades.
- The Prosecutors Office has been located in Kaohsiung as of August 18, 2026.
- Business operations in Kaohsiung are underway, involving King Slide Works Co and Pierre Chen, with net worth comparisons highlighting market rivalry.
- The Taipei City Government is addressing concerns regarding teacher stress and proposing measures to enhance school safety.
- Military and local officials in Tainan, the Defense Minister of Taiwan, and the movement of marine units from Kaohsiung detail ongoing defense exercises.
- Marine Corps conducts tours from base in Kaohsiung.
- A High Court case was filed in Kaohsiung on August 10, 2026.
- Typhoon Dolphin impacted the Kaohsiung area on August 1, 2026, leading to aircraft diversions.
- Drills testing defense capabilities were conducted in Kaohsiung by the Armaments Bureau.
- Winbond Electronics Corp and Nuvoton Technology Corp are expanding a fab in Kaohsiung to increase production capacity, noting the logic-chip business is a subsidiary.
- Joint emergency supplies were sent following earthquake damage in Kumamoto Prefecture.
- A large missile and drone attack occurred on August 3, 2026, involving entities in Kyiv, Morocco, and Kaohsiung.
July 2026
7 events- Air Macau has begun operating regional commercial routes from Macau to Taipei, Taichung, and Kaohsiung.
- Investigations into lab fires and compound disasters begin in Hualien County, alongside setting industrial waste guidelines.
- Kaohsiung mangoes were shipped to the UK on July 1, 2026.
- Partnerships were established between Beihai, City of Tulsa, Celle, and Kaohsiung across several historical dates.
- Increased flights are boosting tourism between Kaohsiung and Okayama.
- A gala featuring jewelry works was held in Pingtung County, involving university leaders and connections to Beijing and Shenzhen.
- Tainan, Kaohsiung, and Taipei are major cities located in Taiwan.
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June 2026
10 events- Disinformation campaigns are targeting local elections in Taiwan, involving Kaohsiung and Beijing.
- China is reportedly increasing pressure on Taiwan, with Beijing using vessels to harass its EEZ, while also seeking agricultural dependence from specific Taiwanese counties.
- The Central Weather Administration has issued heavy rain and torrential rain advisories affecting multiple locations including Chiayi City, Kaohsiung, Nantou County, and Keelung.
- A multi-city tour, including TWS, continues its Asia itinerary across several destinations like Kaohsiung, Singapore, and Seoul.
- Severe flooding and heavy rain affect Tainan, Hualien County, and Kaohsiung due to Typhoon Mekkhala.
- Vietnam Airlines is expanding its network by launching new international services and increasing frequencies to several key global locations.
- Typhoon Mekkhala is heading towards Japan, causing torrential rain and localized flooding in Kaohsiung and Taipei.
- Tropical storm brings heavy rain to Kaohsiung and Tainan, while Toyota suspends operations in Kyushu due to weather.
- Lai Ching-te attended a funeral service in Kaohsiung.
- A court branch located in Kaohsiung was identified as the target of a bribery scheme concerning petition signatures on May 27, 2026.