Stories from Taiwan

Taiwan's manufacturing purchasing managers' index expanded for the seventh consecutive month in April. The index has now reached its highest level in nearly five years. This indicates a positive trend in the region's industrial output and economic activity.

Legislator Cheng Yi-wen claims most Kuomintang mayors support his 3,800 billion budget proposal, while party chairman's version is supported by only 14 mayors. The KMT is facing seven legislative seats in the upcoming elections. Huang Wuxing, a staunch supporter of the party, has heavily criticized the 800 billion proposal. This special ordinance has been debated for over four to five years. Huang Wu Xing's party faction has been heavily criticized for this stance. The current budget discussions are influenced by the upcoming year-end elections, where seven Kuomintang legislators are seeking re-election. The party is also preparing for seven legislative elections and mayoral races later this year, with candidates facing public scrutiny over their perceived alignment with the Communist Party.

The Taiwan Parliament will hold a secret ballot this morning regarding the appointment of Xu Shaoguang as the new Chief Prosecutor. Members of the Kuomintang are debating versions of the defense budget. The Taiwan Legislative Yuan held a vote on May 5 to confirm Xu Xixiang as the new Prosecutor General of the Supreme Prosecutors Office. President Lai Ching-te nominated Prosecutor General Hsu Jui-hsiang to the position of Prosecutor General. Taiwan's Legislative Yuan will hold a confirmation vote on Tuesday for the nomination of prosecutor Xu Xizhi as the Prosecutor General. A political party is debating arms procurement, with a focus on acquiring suitable and deliverable weapons. The Food and Drug Administration has approved the import of certain US pesticides, including 174 types of agricultural chemicals.

A majority of Taiwanese citizens support the post-war constitution. A majority of people in Taiwan support the nation's constitution. A majority of people support Taiwan's constitution.

Liu He-ran stated he has no intention or plan to run for Changhua County Magistrate. Liu Huran explicitly stated he has no intention or plans to run for magistrate of Zhanghua County, said his current focus is on New Taipei and his political career.

A commentator advised focusing on facts and using wisdom, suggesting that many people prefer loud rhetoric over substantive action.

Liu Heran has denied reports that he is running for the position of Zhanghua County Magistrate.

Liu Heran stated on May 4 that he has no intention or plans to run for the position of Zhanghua County Magistrate. He addressed rumors regarding the Kuomintang's nomination process, which some critics suggest is driven by interest groups rather than local development. She said that her current political focus remains in New Taipei City, where she is managing ongoing large-scale construction projects and policy implementations. Liu characterized the KMT's nomination process for the Zhanghua county seat as being driven by interest considerations rather than local development needs. He expressed support for Zhanghua's performance over the last eight years and stated his goal is to continue serving grassroots needs. He expressed respect for the achievements of the outgoing administration under Wang Hui-mei.

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense is reportedly interested in purchasing F-35 fighter jets, though the United States has not offered them for sale. The KMT holds 52 seats in the Legislative Yuan, with two additional allied members, giving them a potential majority of 54 seats. Supporters of an 8000 billion NTD budget argue for approving the full amount based on the US's projected future arms sales. The source indicates that the United States has approved $14.5 billion in arms sales, though President Trump has not yet signed off due to upcoming meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The ruling party, Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), has put forward its version of the budget, prompting questions about the opposition Kuomintang's (KMT) delay in presenting its own proposal. The debate occurred last Wednesday, drawing media attention.

Northern Taiwan is expected to experience widespread rain, with heavy rain warnings issued for Hualien and Taitung counties. Northern Taiwan will experience overcast conditions with scattered rain, while the rest of the island will see cloudy skies. Northern Taiwan is experiencing overcast skies with rain, and the heavy rain warning now includes Hualien and Yilan counties. Northern Taiwan is experiencing heavy rainfall, with the storm's impact zone currently including Hsinchu and Hualien counties. Northern Taiwan is experiencing a shift to rainy weather across the entire island. Heavy rainfall is expected across Taiwan, with a particular focus on the central and eastern regions, including Hualien County. Northern and eastern Taiwan are experiencing localized brief showers or thunderstorms, with potential for heavier rain in the greater Taipei and eastern regions.