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flag Taiwan appoints Hsu Szu-chien as new vice defense minister amid ongoing security and diplomatic efforts.

flag President William Lai has appointed Hsu Szu-chien as vice defense minister, replacing retiring Vice Minister Po Horng-huei. flag Hsu, a veteran in national security and international affairs, previously served as deputy foreign affairs minister and NSC deputy secretary-general. flag His appointment aims to support defense reforms, strengthen alliances—especially with the U.S.—and enhance national security. flag He has participated in key global security forums and contributed to defense policy research. flag Meanwhile, Taiwan expressed disappointment after its CPTPP accession bid was not addressed at the latest meeting. flag Other developments include expanded U.S.-Taiwan university collaboration on Mandarin education, a Manila-based Taiwanese restaurant earning a Michelin Selected honor, and air quality warnings in central and southern Taiwan due to unhealthy pollution levels.

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