TaiwanPlus News – 18:00, April 30, 2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump is calling his first 100 days back in office successful, but polls show a sharp drop in approval among Taiwanese. The U.S. has reportedly denied Taiwan’s purchase of helicopters and planes, saying the country should prioritize an asymmetric strategy. And Somalia has banned Taiwanese passport holders, with Taipei saying China is behind the move. Plus: - As the world marks 50 years since the end of the Vietnam War, Taiwan’s role remains less documented. - An official in northern Taiwan has admitted to illegally gathering voters’ personal information to aid efforts to recall Democratic Progressive Party city counselors. - Pilgrims traveling on foot across Taiwan encounter the goddess Mazu along the nation's largest annual religious procession.