Taiwan Lawmakers Visit Dongsha Island - July 9, 2026
A delegation of Taiwanese lawmakers visit Dongsha Island, a Taiwan-controlled island group in the disputed South China Sea, for the first time in eight years. Taiwan’s government condemns the attack on Japanese political analyst Yaita Akio, warning against Beijing's broader strategy of transnational repression. And the International Monetary Fund lowers its global growth forecast for 2026 to 3%, citing uncertainty in Middle East and higher energy prices. Plus: - Taiwan prepares for the year's strongest storm as Super Typhoon Bavi approaches with torrential rain and intense winds. - The US and Iran have launched fresh attacks as US President Donald Trump declares the fragile ceasefire over. - Beijing is reportedly easing restrictions on Nvidia’s H200 AI processors, allowing Chinese firms to buy a limited number of chips.
