2023/09/10-2023/09/16
9/11
根據國防部明年度預算書，志願役「預算員額」比今年劇減5187人，形同減少近十個營的人力。專家分析，減少員額中99%是基層士官兵，主戰部隊可用人力下滑，嚴重影響戰力；國防部可能為了填補主戰部隊的人力缺口，將相當比率的義務役分發至主戰部隊。
September 11:
According to the budget document of the Ministry of National Defense (MND) for next year, the budgeted number of volunteer personnel has dropped sharply by 5,187 compared with the figure this year, which is equivalent to a reduction of nearly 10 battalions of manpower. Expert analysis shows that 99 percent of the reduced posts are grass-roots non-commissioned officers and soldiers. The manpower available for primary combat units has declined, seriously affecting combat efficacy. The MND may distribute a considerable proportion of conscripts to primary combat units in order to fill their manpower gap.
9/12
中選會發布第十六任總統副總統及第十一屆立委選舉公告，2024年1月13日投票，選舉人數約為1950萬人。宣布參選總統的鴻海創辦人郭台銘，必須取得逾28萬9677份連署書才可登記參選。
郭台銘14日公布副手為資深藝人賴佩霞。但賴擁有雙重國籍，必須在11月24日登記截止日前取得放棄美國國籍證明書，才可登記參選。
September 12:
The Central Election Commission officially announced the election for the 16th-term president and vice president and members of the 11th Legislative Yuan. Voting will take place on January 13, 2024. The number of voters is approximately 19.5 million. Terry Gou, founder of Hon Hai Precision Industry Company (Foxconn) who has announced his bid for the presidency, must obtain at least 289,677 signatures to officially register as a candidate.
Gou announced seasoned actress Tammy Lai as his running mate. However, because Lai has dual nationality, she must obtain a certificate of renunciation of her U.S. citizenship before the registration deadline on November 24 before the pair may register to run.
9/12
中國公布支持福建建設兩岸融合發展示範區文件，指出要充分發揮福建對台獨特優勢和先行示範作用，建構「立體式綜合性對台通道樞紐」。文件稱將努力實現大陸身分證與台胞居住證在福建的社會面應用達到同等便利。對金馬部分，加快推進與金門「通電、通氣、通橋」，支持金門「共用廈門新機場」。中國國家發改委副主任叢亮也在記者會提及早日實現「兩岸通高鐵」，並提出「能源資源互通」。
September 12:
Mainland China released a document supporting in Fujian Province the construction of a demonstration zone for cross-strait integration and development, stating that it will give full play to Fujian's unique advantages and pioneering role in Taiwan and construct a "three-dimensional comprehensive cross-strait channel hub." According to the document, the proposed demonstration zone will strive to achieve equal convenience in handling applications for mainland identity cards and Taiwan compatriot resident permits in Fujian. For Kinmen and Matsu, it aims to accelerate the promotion of electricity, gas, and bridge connections with Kinmen and support Kinmen in sharing Xiamen's new airport. Cong Liang, deputy director of the mainland's National Development and Reform Commission, also mentioned at a press conference that he hopes to achieve cross-strait high-speed rail connection as soon as possible and proposed inter-connection of energy resources.
9/12
路透報導，日本防衛省已指派一名常駐的文職現役職員來台，這項舉動將提升台日安全關係，但可能激怒中國。
日本防衛省至今都是派遣退役自衛官駐台。相關人士表示，雖然此前也有人提議派遣現役自衛官，但最終仍是派遣文職人員。
September 12:
According to Reuters, Japan's Ministry of Defense has assigned a resident civilian official to Taiwan. This move will enhance Taiwan-Japan security relations but may anger mainland China.
Japan's Ministry of Defense has so far dispatched retired Self-Defense Forces (SDF) personnel to Taiwan. According to relevant personnel, although there have been proposals to station active-duty SDF personnel before, Japan ultimately decided to station civilian officials.
9/14
侯友宜啟程訪美，將到紐約、紐澤西、華盛頓、舊金山四地，會唔美國國會議員，拜會美國在台協會總部，應邀在四個智庫演說。
侯友宜在與「美國外交政策全國委員會」座談表示，希望讓美方了解，他有能力建構讓全世界安心的台灣，台灣不會成為麻煩製造者，將稱職扮演和平促進者與風險降低者的角色；他對於北京的意圖，不會存有不切實際的期待。
金融時報刊登侯友宜訪問，指出侯將要求拜登政府「說清楚」美國保衛台灣的承諾，侯辦公室已澄清否認。
September 14:
Kuomintang (KMT) presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih set off for the United States and will visit New York, New Jersey, Washington, and San Francisco. He will meet with members of Congress, visit the American Institute in Taiwan Washington Headquarters, and deliver speeches at four think tanks.
During a discussion with the Council on Foreign Relations, Hou expressed his hope that the United States understands his ability to build a Taiwan that can put the world at ease. Taiwan will not become a troublemaker but will play the role of a competent peace promoter and risk reducer. He does not harbor unrealistic expectations of Beijing's intentions.
In an interview with the Financial Times, Hou allegedly indicated that he would ask the Biden administration to "make clear" the U.S. commitment to defending Taiwan. However, Hou's office has clarified and denied making this comment.
9/14
華爾街日報報導，由於埃及未能在人權和其他議題上取得進展，美國計畫將原本分配給埃及的部分外國軍事融資轉向台灣，金額為5500萬美元。
另一方面，共軍機艦近日持續大舉出海，國防部13日偵獲68架次共機，40架越中線，雙雙破今年紀錄。研判中共機艦是為配合航母「山東號」經過巴士海峽，前往西太平洋，進行海空聯合演訓。
September 14:
According to the Wall Street Journal, due to Egypt's failure to make progress on human rights and other issues, the United States plans to redirect some of the foreign military financing originally allocated to Egypt to Taiwan, amounting to $55 million.
On the other hand, aircraft and warships of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) have been going out to sea in large numbers recently. On September 13, the MND detected 68 sorties of PLA aircraft, 40 of which crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait, breaking the record of this year. It is believed that PLA aircraft and warships are conducting joint sea-air exercises in the Western Pacific in coordination with the passage of the aircraft carrier Shandong through the Bashi Channel.
9/15
美國聯邦參議院財政委員會一致通過台美避免雙重課稅法案，這是台美間首個稅務協議，此舉可讓台積電等在美營運的台廠受惠，符合條件的台廠獲利扣繳率，可調降三分之二。
參院財委會主席、民主黨籍議員Ron Wyden表示，該法案強化美台夥伴關係，受到廣泛支持，立法應在幾個月內就能實現。
September 15:
The U.S. Senate Committee on Finance unanimously passed a bill to avoid double taxation between Taiwan and the United States, the first tax agreement between the two. The proposed agreement will benefit Taiwanese companies operating in the United States such as the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), as it can reduce its profit withholding rate by two-thirds if it meets certain conditions. Democratic Senator Ron Wyden, chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, stated that this bill strengthens the U.S.-Taiwan partnership and has received widespread support. Legislation may be realized within a few months.
9/15
進口雞蛋因效期標示錯誤等問題，引發食安爭議越演越烈，農委會卻從未公布雞蛋流向，國會議員與地方政府向中央索資，也遭到拒絕。台中市長盧秀燕表示，將串連其他地方政府，自己來查。
September 15:
The food safety controversy surrounding imported eggs has escalated due to issues including incorrect labeling of expiration dates. However, the Ministry of Agriculture has not disclosed where eggs are distributed, and requests for information by legislators and local governments have been declined. Mayor Lu Shiow-yen of Taichung stated that she will coordinate with other local governments to investigate on their own.