Opposition parties condemn Ko Wen-je's guilty verdict for corruption, while the ruling party supports the decision. An annual banquet highlights the importance of Taiwan's defense spending to US-Taiwan ties. And the driest winter in decades has forced officials to implement water rationing measures. Plus:
- US mothers hail a court ruling that found tech giants liable for harmful social media practices.
- Taiwan's defense ministry seeks an extension as a US weapons purchase deadline looms.
- Brands look to expand their reach on and off the runway at Taipei Fashion Week.