US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick says Washington could require the relocation of half of Taiwan’s chip production to the US. Beijing is reportedly leveraging US President Donald Trump’s pursuit of a trade deal to influence Washington’s stance on Taiwan independence. Also, recovery efforts in the wake of Typhoon Ragasa continue in Taiwan’s hardest-hit areas, but there are concerns that volunteer support may dwindle after the long weekend. Plus:
- Taiwan’s foreign minister will address the Warsaw Security Forum in Poland, highlighting the country’s technological strengths and its ability to aid Europe’s re-industrialization.
- Taiwan’s domestically built submarine is set to proceed with sea trials despite the resignation of its lead advisor.
- The UN has reimposed sanctions on Iran nearly a decade after the 2015 nuclear deal, following accusations that Tehran has breached its commitments.