Stories from Taiwan

The Democratic Progressive Party is observing the 228 Incident, noting that 862 people died or went missing during the event.

The Kuomintang (KMT) expressed interest in cooperating with the Taiwan People's Party to secure seats in the 2026 elections. The Kuomintang (KMT) intends to position itself as a balancer between US and Chinese powers during the 2026 elections.

Political figures in Taiwan are focusing on performance metrics to secure future electoral success. The party's strategy follows a visit to mainland China by the Legislative Yuan President. KMT leadership noted that Donald Trump is expected to visit mainland China next month, which may influence the year-end election landscape. The source stated that to win the mayoral election, a candidate must gain support from swing voters. The focus should shift from 'anti-China, protect Taiwan' rhetoric to municipal construction and citizens' livelihoods. The source also mentioned that the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) government, under Lai Ching-te, has repeatedly violated the constitution in the past two years.

A political party group in Taiwan has decided to implement a paid review process for a specific legislative matter. A political party group in Taiwan has moved toward allowing party caucuses to operate autonomously without central party interference.

A magnitude 5.4 earthquake occurred in the waters off Yilan County, Taiwan, at 20:39 on May 1. A 5.4 magnitude earthquake occurred at a depth of 100 kilometers near 24.88N 122.07E. The seismic event originated at a depth of 80 kilometers.

A 5.8 magnitude earthquake occurred approximately 53 kilometers east of Taipei and 40 kilometers southeast of Keelung. Localized rainfall is reported across the region. Temperatures in Antikythera reached 16 degrees Celsius, while Thessaloniki recorded 14 degrees Celsius. A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck Taiwan on Friday, according to the German Research Centre for Geosciences. The tremor occurred at a depth of 96 kilometers. There are currently no reports of casualties or damage from the earthquake. No information regarding casualties or damage has been reported at this time. A magnitude 5.6 earthquake occurred at a depth of 7.276 km near Ute Park, New Mexico. No new specific data provided in current feed to update magnitude or location.

A miniature horse was spotted wandering near Daye Road in the Beitou District of Taipei.

Clinician Chen Xinmei reported that some patients in outpatient clinics show oxalate levels significantly exceeding standard ranges. A patient in Taiwan was found to have high levels of the plasticizer DEHP.

Taiwan's public debt-to-GDP ratio has reached 100.2 percent, entering an era where debt exceeds income. If this upward trend continues, the ratio is projected to surpass the post-World War II record of 106 percent by 2030.

Labor groups in Taiwan have proposed eight major demands focused on reforming the retirement system. The proposal includes increasing the employer's mandatory contribution rate from 6% to 7%, with subsequent increases every two years to reach 12% by the eleventh year.