Beijing trying to court TWICE’s Tzuyu on ‘One China’ condition

Beijing trying to court TWICE’s Tzuyu on ‘One China’ condition

2026-08-31

Ten years ago, the 16-year-old Taiwanese member of K-pop group TWICE, Tzuyu, uploaded a video crying and apologizing to China. All due to backlash from holding a Taiwanese flag on Korean television. But now, China seems keen to work with her. Tzuyu’s contract with her agency, JYP, is set to expire at the end of the year. Rumors say that, if she openly shows support for Beijing’s “One China” principle, the government will help open the doors for her to enter the Chinese entertainment industry. Let’s hear more.

Li Yuan
Minister of Culture
Artists are free to grow their careers wherever they please. But just a heads-up. Going to China comes with many preconditions and pro-unification propaganda. So be careful with that.

Lee Kun-cheng
Lawmaker (DPP)
Their intentions are crystal-clear. We Taiwanese people can see that this is part of China’s unification campaigns.

Tzuyu made a swift response to the rumors on Bubble, a paid messaging platform. In her message in Korean, she reached out to fans, saying that she was aware of the rumors. She also thanked them to be willing to wait until she meets them again with her new stage. She promised to work harder, and asked fans to cheer for her, saying that their support gave her enormous strength.

#twice #tzuyu #kpop #idol #kpopidol #子瑜

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十年前遭中國逼道歉傳北京開出一中條件"拉攏周子瑜"

2026-08-31

韓國女團TWICE，成員周子瑜，和經紀公司JYP的合約，年底到期，現在傳出中共開條件，只要子瑜公開表態承認「一個中國」，就協助打通中國娛樂市場，不只立委痛批中共，文化部長李遠表態，呼籲藝人注意統戰。

[[文化部長李遠]]
“歡迎所有的藝人去自己尋找他的發展，但是如果去中國的話，我只要提醒就是，中國的很多條件跟統戰，希望他們注意。”

[[立委(民) 李坤城]]
“我相信司馬昭之心，路人皆知，那台灣人也會知道說，這是中國的統戰的一部分。”

面對傳言，周子瑜罕見火速回應，在付費平台Bubble，發訊息安撫粉絲，用滿滿韓文寫下，知道網路上有各式各樣的傳聞，即便如此，大家還是願意耐心等待，直到她真的帶著作品來見粉絲們。沒有太過擔心，因為光是為她加油，就是很大力量，也表示會更加努力，一直都非常感謝大家。

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This proprietress is busy moving in and out, carrying newly arrived goods into her store. This is a general store in Longtan District in Taoyuan, that has been in business for 70 years and has been run by two generations.

Daily necessities and traditional snacks are neatly arranged on the shelves.

Wu Chin-lan, the proprietress, is over 70 years old. She took over this general store after she inherited it from her father. Her younger sister comes here to lend a hand whenever she’s got time off.

Wu Chin-chih
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My mother said that she relied on this shop to support us kids. She didn’t want to give up on it. The main thing was to support herself and live independently. It’s a place where older people can buy their own things and that’s how it’s managed to keep going. Actually, we’re getting old ourselves; we just want it to support ourselves, not to make money.

- Wow, so cheap! This huge bag is only NT$50! Look how good it is!
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- How great! Look at how good they are at growing them.

What’s most special is that you can buy fresh vegetables in small quantities. Nearby residents bring their surplus vegetables from their own gardens to the store for cheap sale, making it convenient for older adults living alone to shop.

-They’re sold in small quantities, buy as much as you want, prices are quite reasonable and the owner is very nice to customers.
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Customer
Buys at shop
The wares are different. People with small farms in her area grow their own vegetables. They’re delicious!

Residents love this friendly atmosphere, and even though there are four convenience stores and two small supermarkets nearby, the general store still does very well.

Wu Chin-chih
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We work 365 days a year without a break. Around 6 a.m., we start by arranging these things. Products nearing their expiration date are generally not accepted by customers. We eat them ourselves, and if we can’t finish them, we give them to older adults or those with limited financial means.

For decades, the two sisters have run their small shop in the warmest way, making it a vital lifeline for the local community.

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Bargain Sun Moon Lake hotel room goes viral

An online post recently shared a hidden gem in Sun Moon Lake: a four-person room with lake views and included breakfast, all for just NT$485 a night on a weekday. News of the incredible deal went viral as soon as it was posted. The Yuchi Township mayor said that recent typhoons have hit the hotel industry hard, and hopes that this unconventional marketing ploy will be a boon to tourism.

As hazy twilight settles over the water, it’s impossible to look away from this dreamlike view. You’d never guess that a room overlooking a place like this was only a couple hundred NT dollars a night.

Guest
Booked room
I saw a post about it online and thought I’d check it out. Turns out it’s real, so I booked it.

So how much is it? This four-person room facing Sun Moon Lake is only NT$485 per night, breakfast included. It’s real, and not a mistake, either. The price really is that low.

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Guest
At first I was worried because it was so unreasonably cheap. But after I saw they have a free cancelation option, I just decided to book it. Turns out it’s bright and neat, and at least 80% clean.

The neighboring hotels here at Sun Moon Lake all easily cost several thousand per night. Some even climb to five digits, with lakefront views commanding steep prices. It’s no wonder this incredibly affordable room went viral. If you look at the booking website, nearly all the rooms are booked, no matter the view.

Voice of Hsiao-chu
Guest
The ambience of the room itself might only score a five or six, but the view outside the window is honestly second to none. My dad nagged me that posting about it would ruin it. I knew that, but I wanted to do something nice and let others know about it.

Liu Chi-fan
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Recent typhoons have hit the hotel business a bit. We hope this alternative marketing strategy will bring new opportunities to Sun Moon Lake and get more visitors to fall in love with the area.

Other guests said that while the breakfast is simple and beds are on the firmer side, the location is good, views are top-notch, and the room is clean and comfortable. At such a sweet price, travelers wanting to book this limited-time promotion will need to act fast.

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Kids excited about mobile library van launched by Taipei Public Library

To make books even more accessible to the public, the Taipei Public Library has launched a mobile library van that can deliver offerings ranging from children’s fairy tales to bestsellers directly to schools and communities. Kids particularly are intrigued by the van and this can encourage them to enjoy reading. Let’s find out more.

On a sweltering summer’s day, tired from playing with water, the children pick up markers one after another and start coloring on paper.

Step into the nearby mobile library van and you’ll find a wide selection of books—from colorful fairy tale picture books to the latest best-selling novels—alongside a comfortable reading space. Children seeing the mobile library for the first time immediately pulled their mothers over to check it out.

Parent
Likes the mobile library
It’s quite convenient, because ordinary libraries are stuck in the one location, but these mobile libraries can go anywhere. You might see one on the street and just go in whenever you want.

This mobile library van has traveled from elementary school playgrounds and neighborhood alleys to bustling major tourist attractions on weekends, going wherever there is demand. For seven years, it has traversed every corner of Taipei City, breaking down the spatial limitations of four-walled traditional libraries, and even launching e-book services to make reading more convenient. It also hosts different activities depending on the location; in a single day, it can attract over 300 people to "hop on board!"

Ho Chien-hao
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We’ve acquired a legion of fans. They follow the mobile library’s latest itineraries. Like when we visited Yangmingshan Elementary School last time, they said they were very happy to see the truck on campus because they hadn’t seen it in a long time.

However, given the large foot traffic and the target customer group being children, necessary cleaning and maintenance are essential. The manufacturer revealed that the vehicle is cleaned about 2 to 3 times a week, and is also inspected before each trip to ensure children can enjoy themselves safely and hygienically.

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It’s quite different from a typical library space, and it has a car-like feel, which might be more appealing to boys.

The library has proactively "stepped out" and created a mobile knowledge hub, making reading incredibly accessible and filling every corner of the city with a rich literary atmosphere.

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Refreshing peach smoothie is Taoyuan’s new local specialty

A peach smoothie shop in Taoyuan’s Jiaobanshan Commercial District has become a local specialty. The business started out as a simple roadside stand over 20 years ago and is now a bustling shop with its own storefront. The refreshing drink, great in the summer heat, has become a symbol of Taoyuan’s Fuxing District.

A shop owner cuts peaches by hand and puts slices into the blender, along with a special jam and lots of ice. Once it’s all blended together, this refreshing peach smoothie is ready to be served.

Cyclist
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I wouldn’t cycle if not for this, because you get free refills for riding a bike. It’s a great drink and the owner is really friendly.

Tourist
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It’s delicious, the fruit inside is sweet.

This peach slushie store in Taoyuan’s Jiaobanshan角板山 Commercial District started as a roadside stand in 2003. After over 20 years, it’s become a local specialty and lots of tourists come to try it.

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I’ve been doing this for over 20 years. It’s good to sell slushie when it’s hot out.

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The idea came when I was with my grandmother. Her neighbors always gave her peaches, and she likes cold desserts, so we started making peach slushies. We also have some Indigenous relatives who suggested that we try something different.

Inspired by their grandmother, this family business has been running for over 20 years. The shop uses natural ingredients, with ripe peaches cut fresh to order. The jam even includes Chinese herbs, making the flavor richer.

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TSMC is investing 10 billion euros, or over NT$350 billion, to build a fab in Germany. Slated to begin production in late 2027, the fab is estimated to create at least 7,000 jobs. As chipmaking technology advances, semiconductor talent must stay ahead of the curve. Taipei Tech and the Dresden University of Technology recently signed a memorandum of understanding with the goal of training this next crop of talent early, bringing the two countries’ chip collaboration to the next level.

TSMC’s new fab in Dresden is expected to begin production in late 2027, creating at least 7,000 new jobs. As chip production advances, Taiwan and Germany are looking to train the talent it will take to keep up with future demand.

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The main purpose, of course, is to nurture the semiconductor talent that TSMC’s investment in Dresden needs. Taiwan has become one of Germany’s most important partners in terms of science and research cooperation overall.

Taipei Tech and the Dresden University of Technology signed a four-year memorandum of understanding to select outstanding master’s students from Germany to study in Taiwan. These students will first take specialized semiconductor and Mandarin courses at Taipei Tech, then go to TSMC to gain hands-on experience in chip manufacturing to prepare them for their future careers.

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The field offers great job opportunities beyond TSMC’s Dresden factory. So that’s why we expanded it to the rest of the world.

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Taipei Tech president
Both of our institutions have a long history of emphasizing practical education. We focus on solving industry challenges. So that’s why we have so much in common and why we started our collaboration.

As TSMC’s Dresden fab starts to take shape, cooperation between Taiwan and Germany is expanding beyond construction to include talent and technology exchange, setting the stage for a strong partnership in semiconductor production.

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AI breakthroughs showcased at Meet Greater South expo

AI is moving beyond the lab and into industries across Taiwan, helping businesses improve efficiency, quality, and competitiveness. With support from the Ministry of Economic Affairs’ Department of Industrial Technology, research institutes and startups have developed a range of technologies, from AI-powered water quality monitoring to next-gen ultra-thin camera lenses. These innovations are were showcased at the Meet Greater South expo in Kaohsiung this past Friday and Saturday The event highlighted how cutting-edge technology can address real-world industry needs and help local businesses expand into global markets.

With support from MOEA’s Department of Industrial Technology, the Institute of AI Innovation has developed a digital twin technology for bio-water quality sensing. The AI component can keep track of the opening and closing of Corbicula fluminea Formosa, a Taiwanese clam species that closes its shell in abnormal water conditions. It takes just 2 minutes to detect toxic pollution, providing an early warning for water quality problems.

AI has also been integrated vertically into the construction industry, helping developers and architects generate volumes, assess the feasibility of development projects, and create 3D models.

ITRI has developed ultra-thin structure chip technology for visual sensing applications. Traditional cameras require many lens components, making them unwieldy and heavy. But this new technology employs semiconductor manufacturing processes to produce meta lenses that allow cameras to be thin and light, and achieve high image clarity thanks to AI.

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We got great feedback from the Metal Industries Research and Development Center. It greatly reduced defects, significantly improving the yield of our products.

The MOEA is expanding the R&D capabilities of research organizations in Southern Taiwan. These achievements, supported by the Department of Industrial Technology were showcased at the Meet Greater South expo, a major startup and industry event in Southern Taiwan, which also provided opportunities for idea exchanges and collaborations between research organizations and industry players.

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Taiwan and US sign MOU on chip workforce development

TSMC’s global expansion is gaining momentum, and now, the focus is on developing the talent to power the semiconductor industry of tomorrow. Recently, Taiwan teamed up with Germany and Japan on semiconductor talent development. And on Monday the American Institute in Taiwan joined in, with a workforce summit on the matter. Taiwan and the US signed an MOU to bring more American students to Taiwan for hands-on training, while building a new generation of international semiconductor talent. Let’s hear more.

Raymond Green
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Our ties with Taiwan have never been stronger especially as our cooperation deepens across high tech and advanced manufacturing sectors. Last year marked a record-breaking period for Taiwan’s foreign direct investments in the United States.

Bill Frauenhofer
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Taiwan on semiconductor workforce development. As we share so many successful companies. Either to build the skilled workforce that we would bring those fabs to life and run them for the next generation.

Cheng Ying-yao
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This is not one way learning. American students will experience Taiwan’s semiconductor ecosystem first hand, while Taiwanese students gain international perspectives by learning alongside their American peers.

As semiconductor investment between Taiwan and the US continues to expand, workforce development has become a key area of cooperation. AIT Director Raymond Greene and Education Minister Cheng Ying-yao were among those attending the summit, where the two sides signed an MOU covering semiconductor talent development from education through employment. The agreement will give American students opportunities to study and gain experience in Taiwan, and help both sides develop more talent for their semiconductor industries. The summit also sets the stage for SEMICON Taiwan, the international semiconductor trade show kicking off later this week.

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Taiwanese people may adore their furry friends, but they don’t always remember to register them. Taiwanese law requires dogs and cats to be registered once they turn four months old. To encourage more people to register their beloved pets, the Ministry of Agriculture is launching a lucky draw. Update your pet registration data or register your pet by the end of September for a chance to win NT$3,000 worth of pet health check-ups and medical care. Let’s find out more.

These days, people have endless ways of pampering their pets, but don’t forget the most basic and important protection: completing pet registration.

To encourage pet owners to register their pets, the Ministry of Agriculture has launched a lucky draw.

Chiang Wen-chuan
Department of Animal Welfare director
Pet registration isn’t just a legal responsibility imposed on you—the public and pet owners. More than that, I believe it is a vital bond built between you and your furry friend.

Pet owners who have already registered should log in to the "Pet Registration Information System" to check and update their data. Those who haven’t registered yet should hurry up and complete the registration before the end of September to be eligible for the luck draw. Currently, there are 1.46 million pet dogs and 1.74 million pet cats in Taiwan, with only 75% and 63% of them having microchips implanted, respectively. The Ministry of Agriculture will continue to promote this practice.

Owner
Likes pet registration system
When I opened the door to grab a package, Bubu instantly darted out from between my feet. The sheer terror of not being able to find her is something I still remember vividly to this day. The pet registration data became a beacon guiding her home.

Chiang Wen-chuan
Department of Animal Welfare director
While current regulations require pet registration, we hope to encourage greater participation from pet owners through incentives.

According to the Animal Protection Act, cats and dogs should be registered as pets when they reach 4 months old. Failure to do so can result in a fine of NT$3,000 to NT$15,000. Pet owners are reminded to complete registration as soon as possible to protect their pets.

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