Taipei: The lead stories in major Taiwan dailies on Sunday highlight significant developments in both international trade relations and local political dynamics. The United Daily News and Liberty Times report on the United States' plan to impose an additional 100% tariff on imports from China, a decision confirmed by former President Donald Trump. The tariffs are set to take effect from November, marking a pivotal moment in U.S.-China trade relations.According to Focus Taiwan, the China Times features the escalating cross-strait issues discussed during the final debate among candidates for the Kuomintang (KMT) chairmanship. The debate highlighted the candidates' positions on cross-strait relations, which continue to be a key issue in Taiwan's political landscape.The Economic Daily News focuses on 16 firms that have posted strong earnings, demonstrating resilience in the stock market. This news comes as a positive indicator for investors amid broader market fluctuations.Meanwhile, the Commercial Times re ports on 15 undervalued blue-chip stocks that are effectively resisting market turbulence, offering potential opportunities for investors seeking stability.Lastly, the Taipei Times covers the Ministry of National Defense's (MND) criticism of China's psychological operations, described as "psyops" bounty, emphasizing the ongoing tensions between Taiwan and China.

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