[Politics] 2026/06/17 RTI Selected News
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President Encourages Kuanzhi Unit, Reiterates Unwavering Support for Military with Special Defense Budget
President Lai Ching-te visited the "Naval Su-shan Radar Station" and the "Army Guandu Command" on the 16th to encourage the military, thanking them for professionally defending national security. Regarding the significant reduction in the special defense budget, the President reiterated, "We will not give up," and stated that support for the military will continue through means such as proposing special regulations to achieve the goal of defense autonomy.
Hsieh Cheng-ta, Liao Wan-ju Decline Supervisory Yuan Nomination; Presidential Office Expresses Respect and Regret
Regarding Hsieh Cheng-ta and Liao Wan-ju expressing their refusal of the Supervisory Yuan member nominations, Presidential Office spokesperson Kuo Ya-hui stated on the evening of the 16th that they respect the decision and express regret. She emphasized that the President will continue to uphold his constitutional responsibilities to maintain the normal operation of the Supervisory Yuan and hopes the Legislative Yuan will exercise its constitutional duty of consent in a timely manner.
Chi Lien-cheng Convenes Six Major Anti-Drug Systems to Discuss Strengthening Crackdowns and Severe Penalties for Drug Driving
To implement recently proposed measures for drug and drug-driving prevention, Executive Yuan Minister-without-Portfolio Chi Lien-cheng convened a special meeting of the "Black Attack and Anti-Drug Command Group" on the afternoon of the 16th. The meeting included heads of the six major anti-drug systems (prosecution, police, investigation, gendarmerie, coast guard, and customs) and representatives from the Ministry of Education, to strengthen crackdowns and severe penalties for drug driving.
Blocked from Attending Ocean Conference, Ministry of Foreign Affairs Denounces Kenya as China's Political Pawn
The "11th Our Ocean Conference" was held in Kenya this year. While our scholars were invited to attend, they were treated unfriendlily by the organizers, which further led to the cancellation of the Ocean Affairs Council's participation in the conference. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the 16th protested and condemned China's pressure on the Kenyan government and its barbaric acts of restricting personal and communication freedoms, which violate human rights and international norms.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs: South African Media's False Accusations of Taiwan-Eswatini Diplomatic Ties Underscore Collaboration with China
South African media outlet Swaziland News has again accused the Taiwan-Eswatini cooperative relationship. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the 16th strongly condemned the media outlet for fabricating baseless accusations and emphasized that the editor-in-chief of the outlet recently visited China to meet with a spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, making their "collaboration" with China self-evident.
Taiwan Stock Market Welcomes New Capital? FSC Announces Easing of Insurance Industry Investment in AI Industry
To encourage the insurance industry to invest in domestic public infrastructure and real industries, the Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) announced that it will allow insurance companies to invest in strategic industries under the "AI New Ten Major Construction Promotion Plan." Additionally, to support the development of the domestic private equity fund market, the investment limit for insurance companies investing in domestic private equity funds has been adjusted from 20% to 25%.
AI Boom Drives Exports and Investment; TIPC Upgrades Economic Growth Forecast to 9.33% for the Year
Taiwan Institute of Economic Research (TIER) released its latest economic growth forecast for 2026. Benefiting from the continuous expansion of global demand for artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, and cloud data centers, which has driven significant growth in exports of semiconductors, AI servers, and information and communication products, Taiwan's economic performance this year is better than expected, with the full-year economic growth rate revised up to 9.33%.
Survey of Elderly Living Alone Launched; Up to NT$88,000 Subsidy Per Person Annually
Taiwan has entered a super-aged society, with the proportion of the population aged 65 and above exceeding 20%. The Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW) launched a survey of elderly living alone this year. Based on their risk levels, they are categorized into four tiers. Elderly individuals in the highest risk tier (Tier 4) can receive up to NT$88,800 in subsidies annually, covering services such as daily meal delivery, care visits, and emergency alert devices.
Draft Evasion Case: 14 Individuals Including Chris Wang and Adaw Admit Guilt, Claiming Voluntary Surrender and Requesting Probation
The draft evasion case saw another hearing on the 16th, with the New Taipei District Court summoning the fourth batch of indicted celebrities including Chris Wang, Adaw, Liao Ren-shuai, and Tang Chen-kang. All 14 conscripts pleaded guilty in court, claiming voluntary surrender and requesting probation. Adaw stated to reporters after the hearing that he apologized for setting a bad example.
HIV School Bus Driver Case Draws Attention; CDC Promotes "U=U" and Encourages Voluntary Screening
The case of a school bus driver in central Taiwan infected with HIV who allegedly transmitted the virus to at least five women through sexual assault has drawn public attention. CDC spokesperson Tseng Shu-hui stated that the individuals involved are receiving treatment. HIV is not transmitted through droplets or casual contact, and scientific evidence shows that when the viral load is undetectable, it is untransmittable (U=U). Those at risk can undergo screening through various channels.
G7 Leaders Agree to Increase Pressure on Russia; Trump Says Russian Oil Sanctions to Resume Soon
Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) reached a consensus on the 16th to increase pressure on Russia to end the Russia-Ukraine war, which has lasted for over four years. U.S. President Trump stated that Moscow should "reach an agreement" with Ukraine and that the United States will soon be able to resume sanctions on Russian oil.
US Lawmakers Dissatisfied with Vague Iran Deal Terms; Trump Willing to Submit to Congress for Review
Following reports of a temporary agreement between the United States and Iran on the 14th to end hostilities, several U.S. Congressional lawmakers expressed ignorance about the general terms of the agreement, including many Republican lawmakers. U.S. President Trump stated on the 16th that he is willing to submit the agreement to Congress for review.
Swiss Foreign Ministry: US-Iran Agreement to be Signed at Bürgenstock Resort on the 19th
The Swiss Foreign Ministry confirmed to AFP that the US-Iran agreement, aimed at ending the Middle East conflict, will be signed on the 19th at the Bürgenstock Resort in the Swiss Alps.
Bank of Japan Raises Interest Rates to 1%, Highest in 31 Years
The Bank of Japan raised its interest rate to 1% on the 16th, the highest in 31 years. The BOJ is combating inflation caused by the Middle East war, even though the United States and Iran have reached a peace agreement.
US Air Force B-52 Bomber Crashes in California; All 8 Crew Members Killed
A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber crashed shortly after taking off from Edwards Air Force Base in the Mojave Desert of Southern California on the 15th. Officials have confirmed that all 8 crew members on board were killed. (Editor: Chung Chin-lung)
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