Taipei.
special municipality and capital city of Taiwan
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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China claims sovereignty over Taiwan and vows to seize it, while Donald Trump discusses an arms sale proposal with a Chinese leader.Well supported17 reports4 developments inside
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City governments in Taipei and New Taipei announced the implementation of free bus services.Some support4 reports
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Tensions escalate as the US considers Taiwan sovereign Chinese territory, amidst talks in Beijing.Well supported21 reports4 developments inside
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An incident involving a shared caterer used for school lunches at University of Taipei since September 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Gigabyte was founded in Taipei on September 27, 2026.Some support1 report
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Nvidia chief discussed US export control impacts on market access in Taipei.Well supported18 reports1 development inside
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The US government approved AI chip sales to China, allowing Nvidia and AMD to ship chips.Well supported5 reports2 developments inside
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A chef born in Taipei moved to Vancouver.Some support1 report
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WADM was established in Taipei, Taiwan, to facilitate cooperation on disaster risk management between Taipei and Belize.Some support2 reports
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The Trump administration is delaying arms packages for Taipei while Xi Jinping pressures Trump regarding Taiwan independence.Some support7 reports1 development inside
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US political figures discuss Taiwan's defense and reunification efforts with Beijing, amid scrutiny of US posture by China.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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The Taipei City Government manages urban planning and zoning.Some support2 reports4 developments inside
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Risk changes are affecting urban development in both Taipei and Hsinchu County.Some support1 report
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Taitung is four hours from Taipei by train.Some support1 report
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RSMC launches Asia tour in Taipei, Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen.Some support1 report
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Eswatini prepares for a super El Nino phenomenon and pledges to share climate prevention technology with Taiwan.Some support1 report
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Microsoft plans to double data centers in Taipei, Taiwan.Some support2 reports
Earlier this month
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Criminal Investigation Bureau referred a case to the Taipei District Prosecutors’ Office on August 1, 2026.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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News reported from Taipei, Taiwan on August 9, 2026.Some support3 reports
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Japan ruled Taiwan as a colony for 50 years.Some support1 report
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A new cable linking two administrative areas, including Lienchiang County, was inaugurated by the Premier in Taipei.Some support1 report
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A composite of three distinct stories: defense drills around Taipei, coral research at Academia Sinica, and diplomatic probes involving a Geneva envoy.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Inspections were conducted on businesses in Yunlin County and Taipei by the Taiwan Food and Drug Administration.Some support1 report
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Nvidia is establishing its administrative center in Taipei while seeking an overseas headquarters in Taiwan.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Taipei conducted testing of its civil infrastructure during a simulated conflict exercise.Some support1 report
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Taipei City Government faces budget constraints and publishes confidential vehicle data online.Some support1 report
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A platform allows residents in Taipei to submit municipal concerns.Some support1 report
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A lawyer sought asylum in Taipei after facing threats, coinciding with Beijing's political coercion against religious groups.Some support4 reports
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Michelle Lee speaks for the Executive Yuan while the KMT and DPP maintain their political rivalry in Taipei.Some support6 reports5 developments inside
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The Taipei government, through the Ministry, unveiled new religious exchange subsidies on September 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Taiwan faces vulnerability due to advanced Chinese drone technology.Some support2 reports7 developments inside
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Thermalright, a company, was established in Taipei in 2001.Some support1 report
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China's new law introduces extraterritorial provisions raising legal risk concerns for Taiwan.Some support4 reports3 developments inside
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Chinese regulations target Taiwanese citizens abroad, prompting advisory discussions on risks posed by Chinese government actions.Some support2 reports
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China is reportedly using a similar political playbook against activists in Hong Kong and targeting officials and academics in Taiwan.Well supported6 reports6 developments inside
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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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Crisis management exposed vulnerabilities in AI prompts involving Large Language Models.Some support1 report
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foodpanda is under investigation regarding alleged labor law violations while operating within Taipei's jurisdiction.Some support2 reports
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Taipei is the center of major news stories as it faces scrutiny regarding a prominent figure and their son's exchange student case.Some support1 report
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Beijing is expanding its pressure campaign beyond the Taiwan Strait, seeking control over routes from Japan.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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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 MRT extension in Taipei now operates within the Xinyi District and provides direct access to the National Taiwan University Hospital.Some support3 reports
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The presidential office location for talks was set in Taipei on September 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Taipei is leveraging its unique identity to attract tourists.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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Starlux Airlines launched new routes to Busan, supported by local government tourism MOUs, reflecting strong demand from Taiwan.Some support1 report
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The operational base of the exchange in Taipei is bullish, driven by market potential and global investor sentiment.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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Taipei seeks Nordic R&D to complement production.Some support1 report
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Future rounds of an unspecified event are planned involving locations including Meghalaya, Northeast India, Hong Kong, Thailand, Taipei, and Uzbekistan.Some support3 reports
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Ko Wen-je (Vivian Huang) served in Taipei City Council and as deputy mayor, and worked under his leadership in the TPP.Some support1 report
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Challenger scrutinizes the incumbent administration's policy failures in Taipei.Some support1 report
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The Democratic Progressive Party urges citizens to avoid travel to China due to rising detention reports linked to national security laws.Well supported3 reports3 developments inside
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Law enacted in Beijing affects Taipei's status.Some support9 reports5 developments inside
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While the CWA issues warnings for Taiwan and monitors a tropical depression near Hainan, Puma Shen launches a mayoral bid in Taipei with Tsai Ing-wen's backing. Separately, Twice has a member from Taiwan.Some support3 reports
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TSMC is committing $265 billion to Arizona, while Taiwan lacks a Social Security agreement with the U.S.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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SemICON Taiwan 2026 was held in Taipei on August 31, 2026.Some support1 report
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YD Bio Limited has established its headquarters in Taipei and is currently conducting clinical trials in Canada.Some support1 report
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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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Taiwanese envoys engaged in international diplomacy in Palau.Well supported6 reports
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DPP councilors questioned high costs in Taipei.Some support1 report
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Researchers note the PLA's shift to systems warfare, highlighting the power of integration in conflicts between Taipei and Beijing.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Taipei
Recent events traced to Taipei, step by stepAround Taipei this week
News at the entities that move Taipei most-
Beijing OperationalA Congressional Delegation condemned Beijing's new law regarding ethnic minorities.Moves Taipei
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Taiwan StructuralDavid Perdue revealed during a Fox News interview that China demanded the US end military support to Taiwan.Moves Taipei
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Nvidia StructuralNvidia is expanding its platform deployment across major cloud providers, including Google Cloud and Microsoft Azure.Moves Taipei
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Donald Trump OperationalThe Trump administration utilized the Department of Health & Human Services for an AI tool.Moves Taipei
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China OperationalThe European Central Bank is forced to raise interest rates due to energy price shocks from the Iran war and an influx of Chinese exports.Moves Taipei
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Chinese Communist Party OperationalThe Chinese Communist Party uses its capital city for strategic planning and implements cultural erasure and surveillance programs in East Turkestan.Moves Taipei
Connections
The 40 strongest of 741, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Beijing Operational
Taipei and Beijing are engaged in active geopolitical rivalry defined by competing sovereignty claims, military pressure, and mutual strategic influence.
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Metro Structural
Metro serves as the primary transit backbone for Greater Taipei, indicating a fundamental functional dependency.
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Taiwan Stock Exchange Structural
The Taiwan Stock Exchange is functionally based in Taipei, relying on the city's infrastructure and location for its operations.
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Taiwan Structural
Taipei functions as the capital city and primary administrative base for the nation of Taiwan.
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Nvidia Structural
Nvidia is establishing a long-term operational presence in Taipei, securing a 50-year lease and leveraging the location as a critical supply chain hub.
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Taipei City Government Structural
The Taipei City Government is the administrative body responsible for managing urban planning and infrastructure within the geographical boundaries of Taipei.
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Lai Ching-te Structural
Taipei serves as the operational headquarters and governmental seat for the office of the President, Lai Ching-te.
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Vivian Huang Structural
Vivian Huang held official governmental roles within the structure of Taipei, including Taipei City Council member and deputy mayor.
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People’s Liberation Army Operational
Taipei's operational activities, such as drills, are viewed by the PLA as direct challenges to its military readiness and strategic goals in the Taiwan Strait.
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Donald Trump Operational
Taipei's geopolitical and trade status is actively influenced by Donald Trump's policy decisions, including arms sales proposals, tariffs, and presidential approvals.
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American Airlines Operational
American Airlines is establishing and expanding operational service links, including codeshares, into the market of Taipei.
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state Structural
Taipei is identified as the self-governing island, serving as the seat of the state.
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Lin Yi-hua Structural
one depends on the other
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Ming-Hung Hsieh Structural
Ming-Hung Hsieh holds the office of Commissioner within the governmental structure of Taipei.
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China Operational
China asserts sovereignty over Taipei through military presence, legal threats, and deployment of state vessels.
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Eswatini Structural
Eswatini maintains a formal diplomatic alliance with Taipei, which is noted as its sole ally in Africa.
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Chinese Communist Party Operational
The CCP actively exerts political pressure and conflict against the governance and independence of Taipei.
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Ko Wen-je Shared context
Ko Wen-je held the office of Taipei mayor while operating within the city's jurisdiction.
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Shanghai Operational
The cities experience shared operational disruptions, particularly flight cancellations, due to regional weather events.
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EVA Air Operational
EVA Air utilizes Taipei as a primary operational and regional transit hub for its flights.
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Royal Enfield Operational
Royal Enfield is engaged in a co-design partnership with a shop located in Taipei for product development.
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Paraguay Operational
Taipei/Taiwan engages in bilateral trade, serving as a major agricultural market for Paraguay.
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Middle East Operational
Taipei's market prices and confidence react directly to geopolitical instability and oil market volatility in the Middle East.
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Papua New Guinea Structural
The representative office of Taipei operates within the borders of Papua New Guinea, establishing a formal, ongoing functional presence.
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New Taipei Operational
The municipalities are functionally linked by shared transportation infrastructure and coordinated public services.
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Avenger Operational
The Avenger system is currently deployed to the eastern Taiwan area for defensive purposes.
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Songshan District Structural
Songshan District is an administrative subdivision located within the city of Taipei.
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Kaohsiung Operational
The two cities actively compete and respond to each other's initiatives, particularly regarding green infrastructure and urban development.
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Evergreen Marine Transactional
Evergreen Marine is currently under investigation by the Taipei District Prosecutors Office.
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Central Weather Administration Shared context
The Central Weather Administration issues advisories and warnings relevant to the Taipei region and its population centers.
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Cambridge Structural
The biopharma company in Cambridge conducts studies that are supported by the Taipei exchange.
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Taipei Zoo Operational
Taipei City government manages the Taipei Zoo, which is actively utilized for autonomous shuttle trials and operations.
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Arizona Operational
Trade ties between Taiwan and Arizona are reported to be growing.
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Microsoft Operational
Microsoft is planning to establish and expand data center operations within the Taipei area.
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National Communications Commission Structural
The National Communications Commission regulates imports into Taiwan, and its operational status affects local manufacturers.
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Dingpu Station Structural
Dingpu Station is functionally located within the operational area of the Taipei metropolitan system, specifically connected to the Bannan Line.
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Singapore Airlines Operational
Singapore Airlines provides flight services to and from Taipei, serving as a key destination and operational hub.
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Oriana Skylar Mastro Shared context
Oriana Skylar Mastro's professional focus includes assessing the defense strategy of Taipei/Taiwan.
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Daan Forest Park Structural
Taipei's city government manages the construction and operation of Daan Forest Park.
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Denpasar Operational
The operational link between the two cities is resuming via direct flights, facilitating tourist and business exchange.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
33 events- City governments in Taipei and New Taipei announced the implementation of free bus services.
- An incident involving a shared caterer used for school lunches at University of Taipei since September 1, 2026.
- Gigabyte was founded in Taipei on September 27, 2026.
- A chef born in Taipei moved to Vancouver.
- WADM was established in Taipei, Taiwan, to facilitate cooperation on disaster risk management between Taipei and Belize.
- The Trump administration is delaying arms packages for Taipei while Xi Jinping pressures Trump regarding Taiwan independence.
- Risk changes are affecting urban development in both Taipei and Hsinchu County.
- Taitung is four hours from Taipei by train.
- RSMC launches Asia tour in Taipei, Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen.
- Eswatini prepares for a super El Nino phenomenon and pledges to share climate prevention technology with Taiwan.
- Microsoft plans to double data centers in Taipei, Taiwan.
- Japan ruled Taiwan as a colony for 50 years.
- A new cable linking two administrative areas, including Lienchiang County, was inaugurated by the Premier in Taipei.
- Inspections were conducted on businesses in Yunlin County and Taipei by the Taiwan Food and Drug Administration.
- Taipei conducted testing of its civil infrastructure during a simulated conflict exercise.
- Taipei City Government faces budget constraints and publishes confidential vehicle data online.
- A platform allows residents in Taipei to submit municipal concerns.
- A lawyer sought asylum in Taipei after facing threats, coinciding with Beijing's political coercion against religious groups.
- The Taipei government, through the Ministry, unveiled new religious exchange subsidies on September 1, 2026.
- Thermalright, a company, was established in Taipei in 2001.
- Chinese regulations target Taiwanese citizens abroad, prompting advisory discussions on risks posed by Chinese government actions.
- Crisis management exposed vulnerabilities in AI prompts involving Large Language Models.
- foodpanda is under investigation regarding alleged labor law violations while operating within Taipei's jurisdiction.
- Taipei is the center of major news stories as it faces scrutiny regarding a prominent figure and their son's exchange student case.
- Confusion arose regarding the identity of Lee Po-yi in Kaohsiung and Taipei.
- The presidential office location for talks was set in Taipei on September 1, 2026.
- Starlux Airlines launched new routes to Busan, supported by local government tourism MOUs, reflecting strong demand from Taiwan.
- Taipei seeks Nordic R&D to complement production.
- Future rounds of an unspecified event are planned involving locations including Meghalaya, Northeast India, Hong Kong, Thailand, Taipei, and Uzbekistan.
- Ko Wen-je (Vivian Huang) served in Taipei City Council and as deputy mayor, and worked under his leadership in the TPP.
- Challenger scrutinizes the incumbent administration's policy failures in Taipei.
- While the CWA issues warnings for Taiwan and monitors a tropical depression near Hainan, Puma Shen launches a mayoral bid in Taipei with Tsai Ing-wen's backing. Separately, Twice has a member from Taiwan.
- SemICON Taiwan 2026 was held in Taipei on August 31, 2026.
August 2026
10 events- Criminal Investigation Bureau referred a case to the Taipei District Prosecutors’ Office on August 1, 2026.
- News reported from Taipei, Taiwan on August 9, 2026.
- A composite of three distinct stories: defense drills around Taipei, coral research at Academia Sinica, and diplomatic probes involving a Geneva envoy.
- The MRT extension in Taipei now operates within the Xinyi District and provides direct access to the National Taiwan University Hospital.
- TSMC is committing $265 billion to Arizona, while Taiwan lacks a Social Security agreement with the U.S.
- YD Bio Limited has established its headquarters in Taipei and is currently conducting clinical trials in Canada.
- Kaohsiung and Taipei are expanding their bike-share infrastructure, with Taipei utilizing local retail chain vouchers.
- Taiwanese envoys engaged in international diplomacy in Palau.
- DPP councilors questioned high costs in Taipei.
- Researchers note the PLA's shift to systems warfare, highlighting the power of integration in conflicts between Taipei and Beijing.
July 2026
7 events- The Taipei City Government manages urban planning and zoning.
- Michelle Lee speaks for the Executive Yuan while the KMT and DPP maintain their political rivalry in Taipei.
- Taiwan faces vulnerability due to advanced Chinese drone technology.
- Air Macau has begun operating regional commercial routes from Macau to Taipei, Taichung, and Kaohsiung.
- Beijing is expanding its pressure campaign beyond the Taiwan Strait, seeking control over routes from Japan.
- Taipei is leveraging its unique identity to attract tourists.
- The Democratic Progressive Party urges citizens to avoid travel to China due to rising detention reports linked to national security laws.
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June 2026
10 events- China claims sovereignty over Taiwan and vows to seize it, while Donald Trump discusses an arms sale proposal with a Chinese leader.
- Tensions escalate as the US considers Taiwan sovereign Chinese territory, amidst talks in Beijing.
- Nvidia chief discussed US export control impacts on market access in Taipei.
- The US government approved AI chip sales to China, allowing Nvidia and AMD to ship chips.
- US political figures discuss Taiwan's defense and reunification efforts with Beijing, amid scrutiny of US posture by China.
- Nvidia is establishing its administrative center in Taipei while seeking an overseas headquarters in Taiwan.
- China's new law introduces extraterritorial provisions raising legal risk concerns for Taiwan.
- China is reportedly using a similar political playbook against activists in Hong Kong and targeting officials and academics in Taiwan.
- The operational base of the exchange in Taipei is bullish, driven by market potential and global investor sentiment.
- Law enacted in Beijing affects Taipei's status.