Taiwan Report

Military instructors in schools to go. The KMT faces fines over their occupation of the legislature. Han fans revenge plans continue to grow. Pingtung City is now headless. More government subsidies are on the way. Next year's economy is predicted to be good. ARC holders are yet again treated differently. Military guns are blazing. Taiwan finds a friend with even fewer friends in the world than Taiwan. John Bolton speaks on whether a Biden win would be suitable for 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. It is also intended to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).

3 Jul 202015min

A Kaohsiung mayoral by-election poll suggests a blowout. The battle between the administration of Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen and the central government has exploded politically and turned personal. Hong Kong national security law goes into effect, and Taiwan reacts. 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. It is also intended to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).

2 Jul 202010min

Foreign fishing crews' labor insurance coverage found lacking. Fears in the KMT over the Kaohsiung by-election. A poll on the most popular politicians is released and makes for captivating reading. The KMT dramatically occupies the legislature and dukes it out with the DPP. 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. It is also intended to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).

29 Jun 202013min

Controversial KMT legislator Wu Sz-Huai (吳斯懷) has come out swinging... against the KMT. Big expansion plans for offshore wind are in the works. Saint Lucia questions a Taiwanese donation. More support from the US Congress. Silliness and stupidity over the Senkakus. 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. It is also intended to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).

28 Jun 202014min

Interesting details related to the Kaohsiung mayoral by-election. Some interesting comments on the Taiwan People's Party. The US issue warrants for Taiwanese. The Hong Kong support office and laws potentially disappoint. 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. It is also intended to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).

26 Jun 202013min

The Taiwanese fishing fleet again is under pressure over abuse. The "King of Hualien" gets more jail sentences. Taichung's battle with Taipower takes another nasty turn. The KMT joins the call to abolish two branches of government. Johnny Chiang has finally gotten some love in the KMT for his proposal to remove the 1992 consensus from the party's cross-strait platform. The Milk Tea Alliance adds a new member. 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. It is also intended to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).

26 Jun 202012min

A new locally-developed jet trainer has its first official flight in Taichung. The administration's Control Yuan picks are criticized by all three major opposition parties. Taiwanese identity and independence views are shifting surprisingly fast. Johnny Chiang is taking a lot of flak over the 92c removal proposal. Finally, the KMT, TPP candidates for Kaohsiung Mayor announced, and it's shaping up to be an exciting race, indeed! 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. It is also intended to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).

24 Jun 202014min

Temples and corruption. Ex-legislative aides arrested for spying for China. Chinese sand thieves detained. Plan to allow recall campaigns to raise more money moves forward. An uncontroversial appointment to Washington, DC. Justin Huang withdraws from Control Yuan's consideration. Taiwan People's Party to have a big conference. Finally, KMT Reform: The backlash begins. 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. It is also intended to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).

22 Jun 202011min