Taiwan Release New National Defense Report - Oct. 9, 2025

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A new defense report reveals Beijing is ramping up military activity around Taiwan, including hybrid warfare tactics to undermine trust in the the government. Nvidia's planned new Taipei headquarters may have to move locations, and mayors around Taiwan are vying for a piece of the biggest company in the world. Plus, the chair position at the American Institute in Taiwan has sat empty for months, raising questions about the future of US-Taiwan relations. Also: - Taiwan's overseas representative offices celebrate National Day ahead of celebrations in Taipei. - Economy ministry pledges energy stockpile solutions after Wall Street Journal reports blockade concerns. - TSMC's Q3 revenue exceeds market forecast, thanks to AI boom and new iPhone. For 1800/2000 newscast: A previous version of this newscast contained a report which misnamed US Representative Greg Stanton. It has been corrected and re-uploaded.