Taipei: The lead stories in major Taiwan dailies on Monday highlight a range of significant issues. The Taipei Times reports on the Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) condemning posts made by Taiwanese entertainers on social media platforms that are perceived to align with China's political stance. According to Focus Taiwan, the MAC has expressed concerns over entertainers from Taiwan who have made public posts that seemingly support China's political agenda. The council emphasized the importance of maintaining a clear distinction between personal opinions and political endorsements, especially in the sensitive cross-strait relations context. In other news, the United Daily News highlights criticism faced by civil servants holding Chinese identification, sparking discussions about potential security risks. Meanwhile, the China Times focuses on the founder of Kuma Academy, who has been accused of spreading fear through public discourse. An exclusive interview in the Liberty Times with the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) director reveals that the U.S. aims to strengthen Taiwan amid growing global tensions. On the economic front, the Economic Daily News reports that Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is expected to see significant sales growth through overseas production expansion. This optimism is echoed by the Commercial Times, which anticipates positive sentiment around TSMC shares as they approach their ex-dividend date.
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