Taiwan Report

Taiwan continues to lead in tech with a possible German acquisition. Taichung's MRT woes look like they're worse than thought. The KMT acting offal in the legislature, yes pun intended. Kao Chia-yu has had a terrible week. Finally, the Defense Ministry says the AIT director is wrong on arms sales. But up first, headlines. As always, all English articles used in the Report are linked to on our website Report.tw. Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs. This show intends to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).

30 Nov 202017min

There are calls for closer Australia ties. Lawmakers freeze half the eID budget, but the Executive Yuan says the new eIDs still on their way. Polls continue to show Taiwanese don't trust China. Airlines still obey China, while China Airlines shrinks its font. But up first, headlines. As always, all English articles used in the Report are linked to on our website Report.tw. Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs. This show intends to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).

29 Nov 202015min

The CECC announces tougher pandemic measures for winter. CTi TV News license renewal has been rejected. The KMT ramps up protests over racto-pork alongside labor protest. The KMT continues to block the premier in the legislature. Revenge recalls beginning to bite, with the first coming in January. And finally, Xi Jinping's making a list and checking it twice. But before we get to headlines, I'd like to thank our newest patron Josh, thank you very much for your support; it means a lot to us here at Taiwan Report! As always, all English articles used in the Report are linked to on our website Report.tw. Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs. This show intends to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).

23 Nov 202018min

Paint attackers on Causeway Bay Books get minimal sentences. Taiwan is left out of a regional trade bloc. Top Biden aid leaves us in the dark after US representative's call. US and Taiwan in U-turn on Marines training in Taiwan. Mike Pompeo states the obvious: Taiwan isn't a part of China. But up first, headlines. As always, all English articles used in the Report are linked to on our website Report.tw. Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs. This show intends to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).

19 Nov 202015min

DPP lawmakers want to ban the KMT logo. The racto-pork battle gets weird. The WHO battle that wasn't, and the insurgency. But up first, lots of headlines. As always, all English articles used in the Report are linked to on our website Report.tw. Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs. This show intends to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).

16 Nov 202018min

Taipei Mayor Ko joins opposition to NCC hearings on CTi TV news, which may be influenced by China's United Front. Stimulus vouchers are to be given to APRC holders and diplomats. The Taiwan govt supports businesses over workers in Indonesian worker spat. And lots of headlines. As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our website Report.tw. Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs. This show intends to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).

16 Nov 202015min

For the pilot episode, we interview Keesjan (Case) Engelen, CEO of Titoma, shares his extensive knowledge of the industry and shares what he sees as the future smart city assembly. Case also shares why he chooses to live in Taiwan. Digital Metropolis is a podcast hosted by Roman Shemakov, about the future of cities and those building it. He talks to cutting-edge leaders in urban planning, technology, and policy in order to understand the evolving implications of the space we inhabit. Tune in each week to learn about how digitized property, urban technology, and artificial intelligence will transform the way you buy, work, move, and imagine. Titoma is a B2B Electronics design and manufacturing firm located in Taipei specializing in Internet of Things manufacturing and consulting. Western companies approach Titoma with an idea, and Titoma takes the entire product from a napkin sketch all the way to shipping the product.

14 Nov 202041min

Could vaccines be on the way for Taiwan? Prosecutors say a poo attack was a Chinese conspiracy. Lithuania pledges support for 'those who fight for freedom' in Taiwan. US Marines are in Taiwan participating in training. Talk of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan. As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our website Report.tw. Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs. This show intends to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).

12 Nov 202016min