By Cheng Ting-Fang (Taiwan)

US Confirms Deployment of Ground Troops to Middle East Amid Rising Tensions

The United States has confirmed the deployment of ground troops to the Middle East, marking a significant escalation in its military posture in the region. Officials say the move is aimed at reinforcing security, protecting strategic interests, and supporting allies amid growing instability and heightened geopolitical tensions. According to defense authorities, the deployment will involve…

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Japan Navigates Tightrope Between U.S. Alliance and Energy Security in Wake of Iran Strikes

As the U.S. and Israel’s military strikes on Iran escalate into broader retaliation and regional instability, Japan is walking a diplomatic tightrope — balancing its strategic partnership with the United States and its own energy and economic vulnerabilities. Tokyo has opted for a cautious, measured response to the unfolding Middle East crisis. Prime Minister Sanae…

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TSMC Dismisses Employees for Data Breaches Involving Advanced Chip Technology.

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world’s leading contract chipmaker, has terminated several employees over alleged breaches of internal data security protocols related to its cutting-edge semiconductor technology. The case has drawn the attention of prosecutors, who have launched an investigation under Taiwan’s stringent National Security Act. According to company sources, the dismissed workers are…

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