AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCross-Strait Diplomacy: Taiwan’s foreign minister Lin Chia-lung condemned China’s “wolf warrior” remarks at the Pacific Islands Forum in Palau, saying Beijing also engaged in espionage at the event as Taiwan’s presence drew threats of “serious consequences.” Travel Safety: Taiwan says 426 citizens are detained or missing in China since 2024, warning revised entry-exit rules due Sept. 15 could expand Beijing’s discretion to restrict departures. Weather Watch: The Central Weather Administration issued extremely heavy rain advisories for northern Taiwan and parts of Taipei/New Taipei, warning of landslides, lightning, and rapid river rises. Local Courts: A Taipei taxi driver who rammed a vehicle into the prosecutors office was detained after failing to pay NT$100,000 bail, with police saying no drugs or alcohol were involved. Tech & Markets: Leaks point to iPhone 18 Pro and foldable iPhone Ultra pricing, while Asian stocks rallied as traders pared rate bets ahead of jobs data. Sports: Kidambi Srikanth advanced to the China Masters men’s singles quarter-finals with a straight-games upset over Victor Lai.
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