We make a deep dive into the KMT's woes in the polls, and Johnny Chiang's efforts to win back the youth vote. Plus, a little ECFA and a bunch of headlines.

As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our website Report.tw.

Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs. It is also intended to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).

Taiwan's second successful recall takes place in Yilan. A poll shows surging identification as "Taiwanese," and I've got lots on that subject. It looks like the Somaliland military base report wasn't true.

As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our website Report.tw.

Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs. It is also intended to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).

Chen Chu's visit to the legislature is called off at the last minute. ARC holders are now treated like normal people, at least in one respect. The Taiwan Defense Act reaches the US House. A report is out that Taiwan could build a military base in Somaliland. Taiwan is to re-open the representative office in Guam. Two Chinese reporters have been kicked out. And finally, CCP Propaganda porn.

As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our website Report.tw.

Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs. It is also intended to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).

Military instructors in schools to go. The KMT faces fines over their occupation of the legislature. Han fans revenge plans continue to grow. Pingtung City is now headless. More government subsidies are on the way. Next year's economy is predicted to be good. ARC holders are yet again treated differently. Military guns are blazing. Taiwan finds a friend with even fewer friends in the world than Taiwan. John Bolton speaks on whether a Biden win would be suitable for Taiwan.

As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our website Report.tw.

Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs. It is also intended to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).

A Kaohsiung mayoral by-election poll suggests a blowout. The battle between the administration of Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen and the central government has exploded politically and turned personal. Hong Kong national security law goes into effect, and Taiwan reacts.

As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our website Report.tw.

Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs. It is also intended to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).

Foreign fishing crews' labor insurance coverage found lacking. Fears in the KMT over the Kaohsiung by-election. A poll on the most popular politicians is released and makes for captivating reading.  The KMT dramatically occupies the legislature and dukes it out with the DPP.

As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our website Report.tw.

Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs. It is also intended to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).

Controversial KMT legislator Wu Sz-Huai (吳斯懷) has come out swinging... against the KMT. Big expansion plans for offshore wind are in the works. Saint Lucia questions a Taiwanese donation. More support from the US Congress. Silliness and stupidity over the Senkakus.

As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our website Report.tw.

Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs. It is also intended to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).

Interesting details related to the Kaohsiung mayoral by-election. Some interesting comments on the Taiwan People's Party. The US issue warrants for Taiwanese. The Hong Kong support office and laws potentially disappoint.

As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our website Report.tw.

Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs. It is also intended to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).

The Taiwanese fishing fleet again is under pressure over abuse. The "King of Hualien" gets more jail sentences. Taichung's battle with Taipower takes another nasty turn. The KMT joins the call to abolish two branches of government. Johnny Chiang has finally gotten some love in the KMT for his proposal to remove the 1992 consensus from the party's cross-strait platform. The Milk Tea Alliance adds a new member.

As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our website Report.tw.

Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs. It is also intended to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).

A new locally-developed jet trainer has its first official flight in Taichung. The administration's Control Yuan picks are criticized by all three major opposition parties. Taiwanese identity and independence views are shifting surprisingly fast. Johnny Chiang is taking a lot of flak over the 92c removal proposal. Finally, the KMT, TPP candidates for Kaohsiung Mayor announced, and it's shaping up to be an exciting race, indeed!

As always, all English articles used in the report are linked to on our website Report.tw.

Taiwan Report News Brief is a daily show of news with analysis and context, providing the listener with a better understanding of Taiwan, especially in politics and foreign affairs. It is also intended to bring the listener up to speed on the week's events for our weekly analysis show, Current Affairs Taiwan (CAT).