Taipei: The lead stories in major Taiwan dailies on Thursday highlighted several key international developments. Among these, United Daily News reported that former U.S. President Donald Trump identified the European Union, China, South Korea, and India as targets for tariffs during a speech to Congress.

According to Focus Taiwan, Trump also made significant remarks concerning Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC). China Times highlighted Trump's assertion that TSMC will produce the world's strongest chips in the United States. However, Commercial Times reported that Trump plans to halt subsidies for TSMC plants in the U.S., indicating a shift in policy regarding foreign manufacturing investments.

In related economic news, Economic Daily News mentioned that the U.S. is considering possible tariff relief for Canada and Mexico, which could affect international trade dynamics and bilateral relations.

Additionally, Liberty Times focused on domestic issues, raising questions about how the parking lot of Dayeh Takashiyama department store was converted into a shopping area, suggesting potential regulatory or planning oversights.

Finally, Taipei Times reported on strategic concerns, quoting Colby as saying that Taiwan's fall would be a 'disaster,' emphasizing the geopolitical importance of Taiwan in the region.