Cross-Strait History Clash: Taiwan urged China to confront the Tiananmen legacy as Rubio marked the 37th anniversary, with Beijing calling it “smearing” and refusing open discussion. Diplomatic Retaliation: China imposed one-year entry bans on four New Zealand MPs over a Taiwan visit, prompting Wellington to protest and Taiwan to condemn the pressure. Defense Posture: Taiwan plans to expand its anti-ship missile arsenal to over 1,800 by early 2029, aiming to blunt blockade or invasion scenarios. Maritime Security: Taiwan said Japan-Philippines EEZ talks are meant to counter China, while Taipei insists it must be consulted to protect its own rights. Trade Pressure: The U.S. proposed new forced-labor tariffs covering Taiwan and others, and Taiwan announced a review mechanism to restrict forced-labor-linked imports. AI Supply Chain & Industry: TSMC CEO C.C. Wei said AI demand remains strong and hinted he’d like to raise chip prices; Taiwanese AI firms also warn of emerging bottlenecks in memory, packaging, and materials analysis. Drones & Standards: Taiwan’s ITRI became a Green UAS evaluation body under a U.S. certification program, while a Taiwan-Japan MIT drone alliance showcased local UAS at a Japan expo. Tech Governance: Taiwan launched one-stop banking services for foreign residents to ease account opening, credit cards, and international transfers.