[Politics] 2026/06/17 RTI Selected News
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President Inspects Guandu Command, Reiterates Unwavering Support for Military with Special Defense Budget
President Lai Ching-te visited the "Naval Sorgung Radar Station" and the "Army Guandu Command" on the 16th, thanking the military 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 ordinances to achieve the goal of national defense autonomy.
Hsieh Cheng-ta, Liao Wan-ju Decline Supervisory Commissioner Nominations; Presidential Office: Respectful and Regretful
Regarding Hsieh Cheng-ta and Liao Wan-ju expressing their refusal of the Supervisory Commissioner nominations, Presidential Office Spokesperson Kuo Ya-hui stated on the evening of the 16th that the office respects their decisions and regrets them. She emphasized that the President will continue to uphold his constitutional responsibilities to maintain the normal operation of the Control 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 for Consultation, 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 Crackdown 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" is being held in Kenya this year. Taiwanese scholars were invited to attend but were treated unfriendlily by the organizers, leading the Ocean Affairs Council to cancel its participation in this year's conference. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the 16th protested and condemned China's pressure on the Kenyan government and its barbaric actions of restricting personal and communication freedoms, which violate human rights and international practices.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs: South African Media Falsely Accuses Taiwan-Eswatini Diplomatic Relations; Collaboration with China is Obvious
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 this media outlet recently visited China and met 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
To encourage the insurance industry to invest in domestic public infrastructure and real industries, the Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) announced the opening of insurance industry investments 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, Taiwan Institute of Economic Research Raises Economic Growth Forecast to 9.33%
The 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, Maximum Annual Subsidy of NT$88,000 Per Person
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 launched a survey of elderly living alone this year, categorizing them into four risk levels. Elderly individuals in the highest risk category (Level 4) can receive a maximum annual subsidy of NT$88,800, covering services such as daily meal delivery, care visits, and emergency alert devices.
Draft Evasion Case: 14 Individuals Including Chris Wu and Ad Recognize Guilt, Claiming Voluntary Surrender and Requesting Probation
The draft evasion case was heard again on the 16th. The New Taipei District Court summoned the fourth batch of indicted celebrities, including Chris Wu, Ad, Lil' Ghost, and Danson Tang. All 14 conscripts pleaded guilty in court, claiming voluntary surrender and requesting probation. Ad stated after the hearing, "I apologize for setting a bad example."
HIV Bus Driver Case Draws Attention; CDC Promotes "U=U" and Encourages Voluntary Screening
A school bus driver in central Taiwan who was infected with HIV and allegedly transmitted it to at least five women through sexual assault has drawn public attention. CDC spokesperson Tseng Shu-hui stated that all relevant individuals are receiving treatment. HIV cannot be transmitted through droplets or daily contact. Scientific evidence also shows that when the viral load is undetectable, it cannot be transmitted (U=U). Individuals at risk can undergo screening through various channels.
G7 Leaders Agree to Increase Pressure on Russia; Trump Says 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 even stated that Moscow should "reach an agreement" with Ukraine and that the United States will soon be able to resume oil sanctions on Russia.
US Lawmakers Dissatisfied with Vague Iran Deal; Trump Willing to Submit to Congress for Review
After reports of a temporary agreement between the United States and Iran to end hostilities on the 14th, several U.S. congressional lawmakers expressed their lack of knowledge about the details of the agreement, including many Republican lawmakers. U.S. President Trump said 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 war, will be signed on the 19th at the Bürgenstock Resort in the Swiss mountains.
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, marking a 31-year high. 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 on Board Perish
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 perished. (Editor: Chung Chin-lung)
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