Taiwan’s latest legislative session is underway, with lawmakers debating a proposal to introduce judicial caning for serious crimes and large cash handouts. US President Donald Trump and leading AI companies have agreed to implement voluntary AI safety standards, including audits and oversight, amid growing concerns over AI risks. And an annual military showcase at a high school in Kaohsiung gives students a firsthand look at Taiwan’s armed forces and the role they play in protecting the country. Plus:
- The army's Lusheng exercises are set to begin in mid-October, with the drills extended to ten days to incorporate new weapons systems.
- Taiwan's environment ministry and Japan's leading environmental watchdog have made a deal for Taiwanese electronics to get eco-certification more easily.
- As South Korea prepares to ban the dog meat trade next year, animal rescuers are clearing out remaining farms across the country.
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