Taiwan This Week

We talk President Lai Ching-te beginning a 10 speech tour, the latest news about the pending recalls and more. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

We talk the Narwhal submarine leaving port for sea trials, opposition party leaders refusing to attend a national security briefing, a couple of trips to China raising some ire feelings and more. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

We talk Chinese espionage investigations focusing on political member members, the Cabinet taking steps to make it easier for foreigners to work in Taiwan, the NT$1 coin being safe from extinction for now and more. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

We talk an investigation into a media group's participation at a cross-strait summit, the latest news about the recall campaigns and more. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

We talk President Lai Ching-te's marking his first year office, Nvidia's Jensen Huang attending Computex in Taipei and more. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

We talk the end of nuclear power generation, contrasting overseas trips and more. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

Sean Su and Dimitri Budas, analysts at TVBS News, delve into the recent appreciation of the Taiwan dollar against the US dollar, discussing its implications for the semiconductor industry and Taiwan's economy. They also explore the inaugural commemoration of Victory in Europe Day and the accompanying political controversies, shedding light on Taiwan's evolving historical narratives. The guests emphasize the need for strategic responses to global economic shifts and the importance of cultural heritage amidst geopolitical tensions.

We talk public attitudes toward America and Donald Trump, plans to recall President Lai China-te, a pending dedicated air quality center and more. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

Ross Feingold and Xiao Xin Cheng dive into the recent death of Pope Francis and its diplomatic impact on Taiwan, especially regarding the Vatican's ties with China. They discuss the budding collaboration between the KMT and the Taiwan People's Party to challenge the current administration's practices. The guests explore the challenges and risks of overseas electronic voting for Taiwanese expats, along with shifting public attitudes toward euthanasia, reflecting significant societal changes. Finally, they touch on how technology is reshaping employment prospects.

We talk the latest on investigations into allegations of recall petition signature forgery, denials that convenience stores will be used as wartime hubs and more. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn