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Taiwan’s Labor Pension Fund Hits Record US$31B in Earnings｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-03 | Taiwan’s Labor Pension Fund achieved record-breaking returns of over US$31B in the first 11 months of 2024, with individual workers potentially receiving an average dividend of US$1,700.📹 Reporter(s): Ryan Wu/Billy Wu#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #labor #worker #pension #fund - TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Highway Bureau Stresses Seat Belt Safety Ahead of Lunar New Year｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-03 | Traffic authorities are reminding people to be safe on the roads ahead of the Lunar New Year holiday travel period. Statistics showed 19 of nearly 70 people who died on Taiwan's highways last year were not wearing a seat belt.📹 Reporter(s): Scott Huang/Jeffrey Chen#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #highway #traffic #safety #lunarnewyear- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Taiwan Launches Own Silicon Valley in Southern Region To Focus on AI｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-03 | The government has given the green light to build a major AI and high-tech hub in Taiwan called the "Greater Southern New Silicon Valley Promotion Plan." It's part of plans to ensure Taiwan remains competitive in the dawning era of artificial intelligence.📹 Reporter(s): Fuhua Hung/Eason Pan/Joyce Tseng#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #AI #SiliconValley #tech - TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
China Sanctions Ten U.S. Defense Firms Over Taiwan Arms Sales｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-03 | China has imposed sanctions on 10 U.S. defense firms for arms sale to Taiwan, including Raytheon, Lockheed Martin and Boeing Defense. Analysts say the actions are largely symbolic as these companies are already under Chinese sanctions. 📹 Reporter(s): Howard Chang/Aadil Brar#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #sanctions #US #China #military- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Former Taipei Mayor, Ex-TPP Head Ko Wen-je Detained Again For Corruption | TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-03 | Former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je has been detained again, just a week after being released on bail over corruption charges. Prosecutors argued he could flee, destroy evidence or collude with others, leading the court to reverse its earlier bail decision. Ko's team is calling this political persecution and is preparing to appeal. 📹 Reporter(s): John Su/Justin Wu/Tiffany Wong#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #taipei #mayor #court #bribe #bribery -TaiwanPlus｜taiwanplus.comTaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events.Connect with TaiwanPlus» Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus » Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews » Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplus
Taiwans Silicon Valley, Whats Up Taiwan – News at 14:00, January 3, 2025 | TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-03 | In today's show: - ‘Silicon Valley’ Plan Gets Greenlight Amid Resource Issues- Ko Wen-je Detained Again Days After Release on Bail- South Korean Authorities Fail To Arrest Impeached President - Taiwan’s Airforce Sends 100 Personnel to U.S. for Training- China Sanctions 10 U.S. Defense Firms for Taiwan Arms Sales- Investigators Identify Tesla Cybertruck Bomber as Active U.S. Service Member- Taiwan’s Transportation Authorities Emphasize Importance of Seat Belts - Taiwan’s National Pension Fund Sees Record-Breaking 2024 🎙 Anchor: Eric Gau#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews-TaiwanPlus｜taiwanplus.comTaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events.Connect with TaiwanPlus» Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus » Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews » Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplus
Year of the Taiex, Whats Up Taiwan – News at 10:00, January 3, 2025｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-03 | In today's show: - Record Number of Traders on Taiwan Stock Market in 2024 - Taiwan Sees Decline in Dragon Year Babies Born on Jan. 1 - China To Build World's Largest Dam Near India Border - Analysis: China's Mega Dam Project in Tibet - Taipei Artist Turns Electronic Waste Into Unique Works of Art 📹 Anchor: Ethan Liu#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews-TaiwanPlus｜taiwanplus.comTaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events.Connect with TaiwanPlus» Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus » Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews » Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplus
Analysis: TPPs New Acting Leader Needs To Define Policy Positions｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-02 | As Ko Wen-je officially steps aside from leading the party he founded, National Chung Hsing University's Tony Liu tells TaiwanPlus that new Taiwan People's Party acting chair Huang Kuo-chang needs to consolidate and define policy positions to maintain the TPP's status as a third force in Taiwan politics. 📹 Reporter(s): Alex Chen/Alec MacDonald#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #TPP #Ko #politics- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Lai Approves Review of Controversial Constitutional Court Amendment｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-02 | President Lai has approved the legislative review of a controversial amendment requiring ten justices for Constitutional Court rulings, citing risks to citizens' rights and constitutional order. Lawmakers have 15 days to respond.📹 Reporter(s): Howard Chang/Billy Wu#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #DPP #KMT #TPP #court #Lai #Judge #president- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Taipei Treasure Hill Artist Upcycles Electronic Waste Into Sculptures｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-02 | Over 60 million tonnes of electronic waste is produced every year, posing a growing environmental and health threat. Taipei-based artist KJohn is repurposing discarded e-waste materials to create distinctive works of art as well as start a conversation.📹 Reporter(s): Fuhua Hung/Wesley Lewis#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #Taipei #Ecology #waste #artist #sustainability- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Record Number of Traders on Taiwans Stock Market in 2024｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-02 | A record number of people Taiwan's stock market in 2024, as the benchmark index saw historic gains fueled by enthusiasm for artificial intelligence.📹 Reporter(s): Klein Wang/Chris Gorin#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #stock #AI #technology #TAIEX- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Taiwan Sees Unusually Low Numbers of Dragon Year Babies Born on Jan. 1｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-02 | The Year of the Dragon is typically an auspicious time to have children in Taiwan and to be born on January 1 is considered even luckier. This year, however, the Dragon year has not carried as much sway as it once did. 📹 Reporter(s): Justin Wu/Leslie Liao#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #population #newyear #birthrate- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
At Least 15 People Killed in New Orleans Terror Attack ｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-02 | At least 15 people were killed when a man drove a truck into a crowd in New Orleans during New Year's Eve celebrations. Officials are treating the attack as an act of terrorism. 📹 Reporter(s): Howard Chang/Jaime Ocon#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #US #newyear #NewOrleans #terrorattack- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
New Orleans Terror Attack, Whats Up Taiwan – News at 20:00, January 2, 2025｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-02 | In today's show:- FBI Investigates New Orleans Truck Rampage That Killed 15- Ko Wen-je Attends Third Bail Hearing in Corruption Case- Analysis: What's Next for TPP After Ko Steps Down as Chair?- Court Suspends Corruption Case Against Former Hsinchu Mayor- Lai Approves Request for Review of Controversial Amendments- TVBS Apologizes for Showing China's CCTV on New Year Jumbotron- Taipei Zoo Welcomes Five Rescued Bush Babies📹 Anchor: Ethan Liu#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
CCTV Accidentally Shown at Taipei New Year’s Event | TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-02 | TVBS, one of Taiwan's largest private media groups, has apologized for accidentally broadcasting Chinese state media outlet CCTV on a jumbotron at a New Year's event near the Taipei 101 skyscraper. Taipei's city government has called the gaffe "a serious mistake."In a statement, the outlet with close ties to China-friendly opposition party the Kuomintang (KMT), explained that the mishap occurred when contractors were turning off equipment, temporarily connecting to a backup laptop from a subcontractor that accidentally displayed content chosen by YouTube autoplay that was irrelevant to the event. The incident has sparked anger from citizens and officials at a time when people in Taiwan have been extra vigilant over Chinese united front tactics, used by Beijing to spread a pro-unification message. #TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews-TaiwanPlus｜taiwanplus.comTaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events.Connect with TaiwanPlus» Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus » Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews » Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplus
Honduran President Threatens To Expel U.S. Troops Over Proposed Deportations｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-02 | Honduran President Xiomara Castro has threatened to close U.S. bases in the country, calling on the incoming Trump administration to refrain from deporting Honduran migrants seeking asylum in the U.S. 📹 Reporter(s): Klein Wang/Aadil Brar#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #Trump #US #migrants #Honduras- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
New Orleans Terror Attack, TaiwanPlus News – 18:00, January 2, 2025 | TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-02 | An apparent terror attack in New Orleans has left 15 dead after a man drove his truck into a crowd gathered for New Year’s Eve. President Lai Ching-te has approved a legislative review of a controversial amendment that requires ten judges to sit on cases heard by the nation's Constitutional Court. And former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je has been back in court for a third bail hearing in his corruption case as prosecutors argue he could collude with other defendants. Plus:- The Year of Dragon, traditionally considered an auspicious time to have children, did little last year to arrest Taiwan's declining birth rate. - TaiwanPlus speaks to Tony Liu of National Chung Hsing University to understand the future of Ko Wen-je's Taiwan People's Party with Huang Kuo-chang stepping up as acting leader. - Taipei-based artist KJohn is offering a creative solution to the growing problem of electronic waste. 🎙 Anchor: Betty Chen#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews-TaiwanPlus｜taiwanplus.comTaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events.Connect with TaiwanPlus» Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus » Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews » Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplus
Chinas Xi Sends a New Years Card to North Koreas Kim ｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-02 | North Korean state media says Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a New Year's card to leader Kim Jong Un. 📹 Reporter(s): Eason Pan/Aadil Brar#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #Putin #Xi #Kim #NorthKorea #Beijing #Russia- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Analysis: China To Build Worlds Biggest Dam｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-02 | China has announced plans to build the world's biggest hydropower project on the Yarlung Tsanpo river, generating even more energy than the Three Gorges Dam. Concerns have emerged over the impact the dam could have on countries downstream, like India and Bangladesh. To learn more, TaiwanPlus spoke to Ruth Gamble, a senior lecturer at La Trobe University. 📹 Reporter(s): Joseph Wu/Aadil Brar#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #India #Bangladesh #river #water #geothermal #power- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
New Orleans Terror Attack, Whats Up Taiwan – News at 14:00, January 2, 2025 | TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-02 | In today's show:- 15 People Killed in Apparent Terror Attack in New Orleans- Tesla Cybertruck Explodes Outside Trump Hotel in Las Vegas- Mass Shooting in Montenegro Claims 10 Lives- Prosecutors Appeal To Revoke Ko Wen-je's Release on Bail- China Plans To Build World's Largest Hydropower Dam- Analysis: Impact of Yarlung Tsanpo Dam on India, Bangladesh- Xi Jinping Sends New Year's Greetings Card to Kim Jong Un- TVBS Apologizes for Showing China's CCTV on New Year Jumbotron🎙 Anchor: Joyce Tseng#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews-TaiwanPlus｜taiwanplus.comTaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events.Connect with TaiwanPlus» Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus » Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews » Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplus
TVBS Apologizes for Airing Chinese State Media at Taipei New Year Event｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-02 | TVBS, one of Taiwan's biggest private media groups, has apologized for accidentally broadcasting Chinese state media on a jumbo screen during a New Year's event around Taipei 101.📹 Reporter(s): Kama Hsu/Joyce Tseng#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #Media #TV #newyear #socialmedia #China- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Third Bail Hearing Set To Begin in Ko Wen-je Corruption Case | TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-02 | The Taipei District Court is set to decide on whether to put the city's former mayor Ko Wen-je back in detention as he await trial on corruption charges, the third bail hearing in his case. Ko is accused of taking bribes while mayor and misusing campaign funds during a presidential run last year.📹 Reporter(s): Eason Chen/John Su/Tiffany Wong#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews-TaiwanPlus｜taiwanplus.comTaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events.Connect with TaiwanPlus» Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus » Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews » Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplus
Flu Epidemic, Whats Up Taiwan – News at 10:00, January 2, 2025｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-02 | In today's show: - Flu Epidemic in Taiwan Has Claimed 85 Lives Since October - China Airlines Female Staffers No Longer Required To Wear Skirts - New Taipei-Based NGO Donates Shoes to Children in Africa - Premier12 Baseball Champion Lin Yu-min Discusses His MLB Dream - Taipei Zoo Exhibits Five Bush Babies Brought Illegally to Taiwan 📹 Anchor: Yvonne Yang#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews-TaiwanPlus｜taiwanplus.comTaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events.Connect with TaiwanPlus» Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus » Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews » Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplus
China Airlines Female Staffers No Longer Required To Wear Skirts｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-01 | Female flight attendants and other staffers at Taiwan’s flag carrier are no longer required to wear skirts as their work uniform. The change comes after the country's National Human Rights Commission ruled that airline dress codes violated an international gender discrimination treaty. 📹 Reporter(s): Scott Huang/Cadence Quaranta#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #airport #airline #flight #plane #crash- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
South Korean Crypto Fugitive Extradited to the U.S.｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-01 | Montenegro has extradited South Korean cryptocurrency mogul Do Kwon to the U.S. after an 18-month legal battle. Kwon is the co-founder of Terraform, which operated TerraUSD and Luna, two cryptocurrencies that crashed in 2022. He's accused of causing investors around the world about US$40 billion in losses. 📹 Reporter(s): Eason Pan/Joyce Tseng#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #US #SouthKorea #cryptocurrency #fraud- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Huang Kuo-chang To Be Acting TPP Chair After Ko Wen-je Steps Down｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-01 | Taiwan People's Party (TPP) founder and 2024 presidential candidate Ko Wen-je has formally resigned as party chair after being indicted on corruption charges. Legislator Huang Kuo-chang will step in as acting chair until the party can vote for a new leader. 📹 Reporter(s): Ryan Wu/Chris Gorin#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #TPP #Ko #politics- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Taipei Zoo Welcomes Five New Bush Babies｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-01 | The Taipei Zoo has welcomed some new members to its animal family — five bush babies. The small primates native to sub-Saharan Africa were brought into Taiwan illegally and need special care, so the zoo has taken on the responsibility.📹 Reporter(s): Patrick Chen/Cadence Quaranta#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #Taipei #Zoo #pets #mammal #Africa- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Analysis: Lai’s New Year Speech More Substantive Than Xi Jinpings｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-01 | Political analyst Courtney Donovan Smith looks at the differences in tone and substance between the New Year addresses given by Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te and Chinese President Xi Jinping. 📹 Reporter(s): Klein Wang/Alec MacDonald#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #Xi #Taipei #Beijing #Lai #NewTaipei #politics- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Taiwan CDC Reports 10 More People Died From the Flu Last Week｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-01 | Ten more people died from the flu last week, bringing the total number of deaths to 85, the highest in 10 years. Taiwan's Centers for Disease Control are expecting cases to peak during Lunar New Year. 📹 Reporter(s): Joseph Wu/Jeffrey Chen#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #vaccine #flu #hospital #CDC #newyear- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Flag-Raising Welcomes 2025, Whats Up Taiwan – News at 20:00, January 1, 2025｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-01 | In today's show:- Taiwan Welcomes 2025 With Flag-Raising Ceremony in Taipei- Lai Welcomes "Equal Exchanges" With China in New Year Speech- Analysis: Comparing the New Year Speeches of Lai and Xi Jinping- Opposition KMT Strikes Combative Tone at New Year Event- TPP Founder Ko Wen-je Resigns as Chair After Being Indicted- China Airlines Female Staffers No Longer Required To Wear Skirts- Cities Around Asia Usher In 2025 With Fireworks, Joy and Tears📹 Anchor: Yvonne Yang#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Joy and Tears as People Celebrate New Year Around Asia｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-01 | Millions of people across Asia welcomed 2025 through intricate firework displays, prayers for peace and local traditions. In Taipei, thousands gathered in a city park to recreate a tearful scene from a classic movie.📹 Reporter(s): Dolphine Chen/Herel Hughes#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #NewYear #firework #Asia- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Flag-Raising Welcomes 2025, TaiwanPlus News – 18:00, January 1, 2025｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-01 | President Lai Ching-te highlights Taiwan’s democratic values amid tensions with China in his first televised new year address. Millions of people across Asia ring in the new year with fireworks displays, prayers and, in one Taipei park, even tears. And Taiwan’s coast guard says Kinmen saw record-breaking incursions from Chinese vessels in 2024. Plus: - A New Taipei-based NGO is collecting and donating old shoes to underserved communities in rural Kenya. - Taipei Zoo welcomes five new bush babies after they were illegally brought into Taiwan and rescued. - Taiwan’s star pitcher Lin Yu-min shares his dreams for the MLB after the men's national baseball team won their first major international tournament. 🎙 Anchor: Betty Chen#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Memorial Altar Opens as All 179 Victims of South Korea Plane Crash Identified ｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-01 | South Korean authorities say that all 179 victims of the Jeju Airline crash on December 29 have been identified, as a memorial altar for the victims opened at Muan Airport. 📹 Reporter(s): Devin Tsai/Chris Gorin#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #airline #SouthKorea #airport #plane #crash- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Taipei Zoo Welcomes Five New Bush Babies | TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-01 | The Taipei Zoo has welcomed some new members to its animal family — five bush babies.The small primates native to sub-Saharan Africa were brought into Taiwan illegally and need special care, so the zoo has taken on the responsibility.Starting New Year's Day, visitors to the Taipei Zoo will be able to see five new bush babies.#bushbaby #animal #taiwan #taipeizoo#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews-TaiwanPlus｜taiwanplus.comTaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events.Connect with TaiwanPlus» Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus » Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews » Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplus
New Taipei-Based NGO Donates Shoes to Children in Kenya｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-01 | New Taipei-based NGO Step30 has been collecting old shoes across Taiwan and donating them to remote communities in Kenya for ten years. Their mission includes providing other humanitarian aid to rural areas in 12 African countries with the goal of providing essential resources to underserved children.📹 Reporter(s): James Lin/Wesley Lewis#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #NewTaipei #NGO #Kenya #donation- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
KMT Chair Criticizes President, DPP in New Years Speech｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-01 | The main opposition Kuomintang held its own New Year's flag-raising ceremony to welcome 2025, with party Chair Eric Chu criticizing President Lai Ching-te and the DPP.📹 Reporter(s): James Lin/Eric Gau#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #DPP #KMT #Eric #Chiang #Ma #Lai #president - TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Record-Breaking Activity Near Taiwans Kinmen Islands by Chinas Coast Guard｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-01 | Taiwan's Coast Guard Administration says Chinese coast guard ships breached waters near Taiwan's outlying Kinmen Islands a total of 52 times in 2024, a record high. It is part of Beijing's "gray-zone warfare" strategy.📹 Reporter(s): Leon Lien/Kris Ma/Jaime Ocon#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #military #drills #coast #guard #Kinmen #Beijing #warfare- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Yilan County Magistrate To Appeal 12.5 Year Corruption Sentence｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-01 | Yilan County Magistrate Lin Zi-miao has been found guilty of corruption and money laundering after a two-year investigation into a property deal. She plans to appeal the ruling. 📹 Reporter(s): Kama Hsu/Tiffany Wong#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #KMT #Yilan #corruption- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Taiwan President Welcomes Equal Exchanges with China in New Year Address｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-01 | President Lai Ching-te urged the Taiwanese people to keep walking firmly on the path of democracy in his televised New Year address. Amid geopolitical tensions with China and a fractured legislature domestically, Lai says the country's values of freedom and democracy that have earned Taiwan global trust are the only way forward.📹 Reporter(s): Andy Hsueh/Joyce Tseng#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #Newyear #Lai #crossstrait #president #2025- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Lai New Year Speech, Whats Up Taiwan – News at 14:00, January 1, 2025 | TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-01 | In today's show:- President Lai Calls for "Equal" Cross-Strait Exchanges in New Year's Speech- Thousands Turn Out for New Year's Flag-Raising Event in Taipei- KMT Chair Criticizes Lai at Rival Event at Party Headquarters- Record Chinese Coast Guard Activity Near Kinmen in 2024- Yilan County Chief Found Guilty of Corruption, Money Laundering- Flu Deaths Rise to 85 This Season, Highest in Decade- Families of Jeju Air Plane Crash Victims Erect Memorial Altar- S. Korea Acting President Pledges To Fill Top Court Vacancies- Puerto Ricans Grapple With Island-Wide Blackout🎙 Anchor: Tiffany Wong#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews-TaiwanPlus｜taiwanplus.comTaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events.Connect with TaiwanPlus» Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus » Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews » Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplus
Taiwan President Says He Wants Exchange With China in New Year’s Address | TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-01 | In his first address of 2025, Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said that he is open to exchanges with China, but questions its goodwill.He said that China's continued restrictions on education and tourism for Chinese citizens wishing to visit Taiwan demonstrate that it's not actually interested in meaningful cross-strait dialogue.Lai also urged the Taiwanese people to keep walking firmly on the path of democracy. Amid geopolitical tensions with China and a fractured legislature domestically, Lai says the country's values of freedom and democracy that have earned Taiwan global trust are the only way forward.For more on Lai's speech, visit the link in bio.#Taiwan #China #CrossStrait #Tourism #TaiwanNews #TaiwanPlus#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews-TaiwanPlus｜taiwanplus.comTaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events.Connect with TaiwanPlus» Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus » Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews » Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplus
Lai Ching-tes First New Years Flag-Raising Ceremony as President｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-01 | After people rang in 2025 across Taiwan, thousands gathered at the Presidential Office for the country's traditional New Year's Day flag-raising ceremony. It was President Lai Ching-te's first New Year's flag-raising since taking office. 📹 Reporter(s): Justin Wu/Leslie Liao#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #NewYear #LaiChingte #FlagRaising #President #Taiwan- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
More Than 3,000 Chinese Warplanes Breached Taiwans ADIZ in 2024｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-01 | More than 3,000 Chinese military aircraft breached Taiwan's ADIZ this year, setting a new record as well as a new normal in the way Beijing operates around the country. TaiwanPlus speaks to Ben Lewis, the co-founder of PLA Tracker in Washington, D.C. 📹 Reporter(s): Andy Hsueh/Jaime Ocon#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #ADIZ #Warplane #China- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
New Emissions Reduction Target, Whats Up Taiwan – News at 10:00, January 1, 2024｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2025-01-01 | In today's show: - Taiwan Raises Carbon Emissions Reduction Target for 2030 - Taipei Exhibition Lets Baseball Fans Relive Taiwan's Premier12 Glory - Year in Review: A Look Back on What Happened in 2024 📹 Anchor: Leslie Liao#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews-TaiwanPlus｜taiwanplus.comTaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events.Connect with TaiwanPlus» Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus » Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews » Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplus
Taiwan Star Pitcher Lin Yu-min Shares His MLB Dream After Premier12 Glory｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2024-12-31 | It's been just over a month since Taiwan clinched the WBSC Premier12 baseball championship by beating hosts Japan on their own soil. For star pitcher Lin Yu-min, the title is more than just a victory, it's a step closer to his dream of reaching the Major Leagues. 📹 Reporter(s): Luffy Li/Sandy Chi#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #Taipei #baseball #athlete #MLB - TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Xi Jinping: No One Can Prevent Taiwans Eventual Unification With China｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2024-12-31 | In his 2025 New Years address, Chinese President Xi Jinping said Taiwan and China are "one family," and that "no one can prevent" the unification of the motherland.The comments are similar to remarks made last year, when Xi said China would "surely be unified," and that both sides of the Taiwan Strait should have a common purpose.📹 Reporter(s): Scott Huang/Cadence Quaranta#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #Strait #Beijing #crossstrait #Xi- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Taipei Exhibition Lets Baseball Fans Relieve Premier12 Championship Glory｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2024-12-31 | A new exhibit is kicking off in Taipei, revealing to the public the national team's journey to the WBSC Premier12 championship.📹 Reporter(s): Devin Tsai/Sandy Chi#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #baseball #exhibition #museum- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Yilan County Magistrate Sentenced to 12.5 Years for Corruption｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2024-12-31 | Yilan County Magistrate Lin Zi-miao has been removed from office after a court found her guilty of corruption. She has been sentenced to serve 12.5 years in prison.📹 Reporter(s): Scott Huang/Leslie Liao#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #Yilan #court #prisoner #corruption- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
U.S. Treasury Says It Was Hacked by Chinese State-Sponsored Actors｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2024-12-31 | The U.S. Treasury Department has told Congress that a Chinese state-sponsored actor gained access to some of its unclassified internal documents. China says it is not behind the attack. 📹 Reporter(s): Joseph Wu/Ryan Wu/Alex MacDonald/Chris Gorin#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #US #Cybersecurity #China #politics- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
Taiwan Raises Carbon Emissions Reduction Target for 2030｜TaiwanPlus News TaiwanPlus News 2024-12-31 | Taiwan is upping its climate goals, raising its carbon emissions reduction target for 2030 by several percentage points.📹 Reporter(s): Eason Pan/Jeffrey Chen#TaiwanPlus #TaiwanPlusNews #TaiwanNews #climate #change #carbon #crisis- TaiwanPlus｜https://www.taiwanplus.com TaiwanPlus presents the country’s unique voice on not only local issues but also world events. Connect with TaiwanPlus » Watch shows made by TaiwanPlus youtube.com/@TaiwanPlus» Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/taiwanplusnews» Tweet us on Twitter: twitter.com/taiwanplusnews» Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/taiwanplusnews
