Chinese media have accused five Taiwanese companies of aiding Taiwan’s military projects and inciting separatistism, prompting Taipei to condemn Beijing’s intimidation and reaffirm its commitment to national security. Chinese President Xi Jinping has congratulated Cheng Li-wun on her KMT leadership election amid mixed reactions and questions over the party’s future direction. And torrential rain brought by Tropical Storm Fengshen has forced evacuations in Hualien as officials work to prevent a repeat of last month’s Guangfu flooding tragedy. Plus:
- Taiwan’s navy confirms that the first batch of US-supplied Harpoon anti-ship missiles is set for delivery within the next few months.
- Israel and Hamas exchange blame over violations of the US-brokered ceasefire but the US and Israel insist that the truce remains intact.
- Taiwan has passed a new law granting lowland Pingpu communities a legal definition and a pathway to apply for Indigenous recognition.
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