The impeachment motion against Lai Ching-te has failed

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The KMT-Presidential Alliance's impeachment motion against Lai Ching-te failed! Only one person in the Republic of China's constitutional history has successfully been impeached and removed from office

Reporter : Lin Hsin-han, Taipei / https://news.ltn.com.tw/news/politics/breakingnews/5441793 / Image : The KMT-Presidential Alliance's impeachment motion against Lai Ching-te failed in the Legislative Yuan vote. (Photo by Luo Pei-te)

The impeachment motion against President Lai Ching-te, proposed by the KMT-Presidential Alliance, was voted on as the second anniversary of President Lai Ching-te's inauguration approached, but ultimately failed. Looking back at the constitutional history of our country, the earliest person to be impeached was then Vice President Lee Tsung-jen in 1952. During his acting presidency, he resigned and went abroad, and after being removed from the acting presidency, he issued orders abroad, leading to impeachment by the Control Yuan and removal by the National Assembly. He is the only head of state in the constitutional history of our country to be successfully impeached and removed from office.

According to historical records from the Control Yuan, Lee Tsung-jen served as acting president in his capacity as vice president. However, Lee Tsung-jen remained in the United States for an extended period and did not return. In 1952, the Control Yuan passed an impeachment motion against Lee Tsung-jen, and in 1954, the National Assembly passed a motion to remove him from the position of vice president.

During the presidency of former President Chen Shui-bian, the KMT and PFP camps filed three impeachment motions in June, September, and November of 2006. This marked the first time in constitutional history, since the National Assembly passed a constitutional amendment on April 25, 1990, transferring the power to handle impeachment motions concerning the president and vice president to the Legislative Yuan, that legislators had filed an impeachment motion against the president. However, all three impeachment motions failed to obtain the required two-thirds majority vote from all legislators and were thus unsuccessful.

As U.S. fighter jets frantically fly through the air, has the CCP sold out Iran?

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On the eve of a major war? Hundreds of U.S. fighter jets are frantically flying through the air. Has the CCP sold out Iran?

Reporter : Wang Duruo / https://www.aboluowang.com/2026/0518/2385019.html / Image : Web Screenshot

Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) and flight tracking data show that multiple U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III heavy transport aircraft have recently been active between Europe and the Middle East, raising concerns about a possible link to the escalating situation with Iran. This pattern is said to be highly similar to that before the US-Israel joint strike on Iran on 28 February 2026.

Current Military Activities: According to reports from flight tracking platforms such as Flightradar24 and OSINT observers, in the past few days (especially 16 to 18 May), multiple (reportedly around 11) C-17 transport aircraft flew from Middle Eastern bases (such as Al Udeid in Qatar and Al Dhafra in the UAE) to major European hubs (such as Ramstein Air Base in Germany), while reverse or parallel transport operations also occurred. Some analysts describe this as an "air logistics bridge" or personnel/equipment relocation operation, accompanied by C-5 Super Galaxy heavy transport aircraft and KC-135/KC-46 tanker aircraft.

Similarities to the pattern before 28 February 2026: ​​Before the large-scale joint U.S.-Israel "Operation Epic Fury" (US) / "Roaring Lion" (Israel) strikes against Iran on 28 February this year, the U.S. military saw a similar large-scale deployment of C-17s (over 100 sorties), seen as a signal of logistical preparation. Currently, the OSINT community widely points out that the activities in mid-May "mirror" that pattern, with some retired officers and analysts believing it may be troop rotations, equipment adjustments, or preventative deployments for potential new operations.

Mr. Tao Miao/The situation is likely to become very delicate and noteworthy this coming week!

Currently, it has been observed that U.S. Air Force C-17 transport aircraft are frequently shuttling between Europe and the Middle East, a flight pattern strikingly similar to the mobilization pattern before the outbreak of the Iran-Iraq war on 28 February.

The continued shuttle of U.S. military transport aircraft seems to foreshadow a new round of military deployments, or a major operation that is secretly accelerating! Commentary: President Trump met with the Queen of Sussex; the CCP sold out Iranian charlatans; the US military may now uproot them completely.

Phuket plane-spotting at 8/5 RunwayCafe

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Trump defeats the CCP during the Xi-Trump meeting, Lai Ching-te has risen in status

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The Xi-Trump meeting: A major defeat for the CCP! Xi Jinping only managed to salvage one thing!

—Lai Ching-te's rise in status: Xi Jinping suffers a major defeat, Trump wins

Editor : Zhongkang / Source: Sanlih News / https://www.aboluowang.com/2026/0517/2384756.html / Image : Web Screenshot

Following the conclusion of the Trump-Xi meeting, attention is focused on the future development of the US-China-Taiwan situation. Lawyer Chen Chun-wei stated on the 16th that Xi Jinping's only certainty is his personal safety, but his ambition to seize Taiwan has suffered a major setback. He also noted that, based on President Trump's related remarks, President Lai Ching-te's status has clearly risen.

Chen Chun-wei wrote that after the Trump-Xi meeting, Trump's "shopping spree" was a resounding victory, and Xi Jinping's ambition to seize Taiwan suffered a major defeat. His only certainty is that he will not be assassinated. He offered four points of analysis.

Chen Chun-wei pointed out: 1. Trump's desired "shopping spree"—demanding China buy soybeans and Boeing aircraft—which China did: Trump wins. 2. Trump wanted China to express its stance on Iran, which Xi Jinping complied with, supporting the prohibition of nuclear weapons and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz: Trump wins.

Chen Chun-wei mentioned that, thirdly, Xi Jinping wanted to make a statement regarding Taiwan, but Trump himself said nothing, only stating, "I want to talk to the rulers of Taiwan." Lai Ching-te's position has risen, and Secretary of State Rubio stated that "the U.S. position has not changed." Therefore, the $1.25 trillion arms purchase proceeded as planned: Trump and Taiwan won, and Xi Jinping lost big.

Chen Chun-wei emphasized that, fourthly, Xi Jinping fears becoming the next leader to be beheaded, and is eager to meet with Trump, while simultaneously purging his own Communist Party subordinates. Currently, it seems they are maintaining a stalemate, with Xi's only advantage being his personal safety.

The Trump-Xi meeting ended without an agreement or a communiqué

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The Trump-Xi meeting ended without an agreement or a communiqué! Beijing only said nine words

Editor: Fang Xun / Source: United Daily News / https://www.aboluowang.com/2026/0517/2384587.html

Trump's whirlwind trip to Beijing has concluded, with both the White House and the Chinese Foreign Ministry summarizing the itinerary. International media and the Chinese public are debating who won and who lost, with some saying it was a "win-win situation for both China and the US, each getting what they need," others saying "South Korea wins face, America wins substance," and still others saying China "won twice." Beyond these various opinions, think tank members in Beijing have privately summarized three key outcomes:

The two sides did not sign a trade agreement or issue a joint communiqué

Why are there so many interpretations? First, this Trump-Xi summit broke with convention in many ways. There was no signing of investment and trade agreements witnessed by Trump and Xi, no joint communiqué, and even the previously rumoured gift list changed. The simplest proof is that after Wang Yi summarized Trump's visit, an AI search for "major achievements of China during Trump's visit to Beijing" returned the answer: "Currently, there is no clear information showing that China achieved specific substantive results during Trump's visit to Beijing."

The three key outcomes summarized by Beijing think tank members can be described in three sets of nine characters: "soft landing, new framework, and major hardcore."

Without quoting the White House's celebratory pronouncements or mentioning Wang Yi's praise, and using more straightforward language, "soft landing" refers to the truce agreement, without a written document, that has emerged from the various conflicts between the U.S. and China since Trump's second term, such as the tariff war, the chip war, the rare earth war, the technology war, and the currency war. In other words, at the height of the tariff war, tariffs on Chinese goods reached 145%, but with China's exports surging by 11.9% in the first quarter of this year, the war could no longer continue, necessitating a truce.

Of course, there are differing opinions, arguing that some conflicts will cease while others may continue, such as the AI ​​war. Some have also noted that Trump's delegation of business leaders included those selling chips, electric vehicles, and mobile phones, but none representing the field of artificial intelligence. The response is that this turning point signifies a halt to the various conflicts between the U.S. and China, ushering in a soft landing phase that could last for several months.

As for the "new framework," the outside world is already very familiar with it; it is the "constructive strategic and stable relationship between the US and China" that China has been heavily promoting. When handling international relations, the CCP's first step is to define the relationship. The US and China already had a "new type of great power relationship," and now a new definition is being proposed.

This definition, elevated to the highest level, is a strategic relationship. This time, the term "strategic relationship" is further defined by two qualifiers: constructive and stable. Beyond the official interpretation, this primarily means two things: first, a shift away from emphasizing the balance between competition and cooperation; and second, a focus on risk management.

While "strategic relationship" may seem like a cliché, interpreting it within a new framework reveals new meaning. In the official CCP language, it means defining a strategic relationship and providing strategic guidance. This new framework not only outlines the general direction of future US-China relations but also defines its general scope. If circumstances change slightly, China will assert that the two heads of state have already proposed strategic guidance, and actions must adhere to this guidance without deviation. This essentially creates a protective shield for U.S.-China relations.

Finally, let's look at the "big core." "Hardcore" is a term directly translated from English and is also a popular internet slang term. Originally referring to something extreme, powerful, or challenging, it now refers to problems with extremely high barriers to entry and immense difficulty. In the case of Trump's visit to Beijing and the Trump-Xi meeting, the Taiwan issue was the biggest "hardcore" problem.

Before the Trump-Xi meeting, unusually, Trump publicly stated that he would discuss the Taiwan issue and arms sales with Xi, while Beijing hinted that the Taiwan issue would not be discussed, arguing that traditionally, international leaders' summits do not substantively discuss Taiwan due to sovereignty restrictions. However, at the Trump-Xi meeting, the situation reversed. Xi proactively brought up the Taiwan issue, while Trump avoided a direct response, choosing to speak only aboard Air Force One.

Reports indicate that during the Xi-Trump meeting, Xi Jinping began by mentioning some setbacks in Sino-U.S. relations, then discussed his views on Sino-U.S. issues, stating the need to find a way to coexist. This naturally led to the proposal of a new strategic framework: a "constructive strategic and stable relationship between China and the U.S." This framework explains four aspects: "cooperation as the main focus, competition within limits, differences manageable, and peace achievable." The issue of peace then led to the Taiwan issue. Xi Jinping's official remarks at the summit, released by the Chinese Communist Party's official media in the form of a breaking news report, were unprecedented in both content and format. Trump's subsequent response upon returning to the U.S. may also foreshadow a significant turning point.

Why Shenzhen is becoming a "city of leftover women"

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A dangerous "city of leftover women" has emerged in China! Dozens of women are reportedly hunting down one man

- Nine women vying for one man: A surreal scene unfolds in Shenzhen

Reporter : Wang Duruo / Editor: Fang Xun / https://www.aboluowang.com/2026/0517/2384632.html / Image : Web Screenshot

Shenzhen, once touted as a "money-making paradise," is increasingly resembling a "city of leftover women."

Recent matchmaking events in Shenzhen have been almost entirely attended by women. Numerous highly educated, high-income, and attractive white-collar women filled the venues, while men were few and far between. One matchmaker even revealed that a man with a house and a car in Shenzhen could be surrounded by dozens of women vying for his attention.

While it appears to be a case of "women pursuing men," the underlying issue is a large-scale withdrawal of ordinary men from the marriage market in Shenzhen.

The problem is not simply that "women have high standards," but rather that ordinary men are finding it increasingly difficult to bear the cost of living in Shenzhen. The layers of housing prices, cars, dowries, education, social obligations, and other expenses pile up, making marriage in Shenzhen almost a "suicidal charge" for ordinary men without family support or high-paying jobs.

Many men do not want to get married; they are afraid to. A widely circulated saying hits the nail on the head: "It's not that I don't want to marry her, it's that I don't want her to suffer with me." Marriage today is no longer just about love; it is more like an asset assessment:

No house, out of the running; no car, points deducted; low income, eliminated; little savings, deemed "no future."

As a result, many ordinary men choose to leave Shenzhen, return to their hometowns, or even simply give up. On the other hand, a large number of highly educated women remain in Shenzhen. The problem is that the more outstanding a woman is, the fewer men meet the "upward compatibility" criteria.

This ultimately creates an absurd situation: ordinary men feel "unworthy of marriage"; high-achieving men have a wide range of choices; and many middle-class women are stuck in a "neither here nor there" situation.

Now, the Shenzhen dating market is even clearly shifting towards a "men's market." Many women over 30 are suddenly finding that education and income are not as advantageous as they imagined. With the economic downturn, the fantasy of "a domineering CEO falling in love with me" is being shattered by reality.

Even more dangerous is the growing societal narrative that "a man without money doesn't deserve to marry." This is destroying the lives of countless ordinary men. More and more people are becoming silent, refusing to date, marry, or have children.

Shenzhen is, in fact, just a microcosm of major Chinese cities. When marriage increasingly resembles resource matching, and love becomes more like cost calculation, the ultimate result is: men are increasingly hesitant to marry, women are finding it increasingly difficult to find partners, and the entire society is trapped in a cycle of low desire.

The so-called "city of leftover women" may not truly be about women, but rather about the increasing unaffordability of marriage for ordinary people.

Trump : Taiwan issue discussed all night, prefers de-escalation

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Trump reveals most sensitive content of his Trump-Xi meeting: Taiwan issue discussed all night

Editor : Zhongkang / Source: Yiping News Network / https://www.aboluowang.com/2026/0516/2384447.html

A Fox News reporter asked Trump, "Xi Jinping emphasized that Taiwan is the most important issue in US-China relations. He said that if handled well, the two countries can maintain overall stability; if handled poorly, it could lead to clashes or even conflict, pushing U.S.-China relations to a very dangerous situation. This sounded like a threat. Did he say this during the closed-door Trump-Xi meeting?"

Trump: "No, no, no, absolutely not. But it has always been their most important issue. It's not about taking over; they just don't want to see this place (referring to Taiwan), called a place, because nobody knows how to define it, but they don't want to see it independent. They don't want to do that. I think they might do something very harsh, and then they'll be treated harshly, and bad things will happen."

"So it's not like that. By the way, we talked about this all night last night (referring to the state dinner). I think I know more about Taiwan now than I do about almost every other country."

Did Xi Jinping lead the Trump-Xi meeting?

Trump: "I've known Xi Jinping for 11 or 12 years, and Taiwan has always been the most important thing to him. Now that I'm here (referring to President Trump's term), when I'm here, I don't think they'll do anything; but when I'm not here, I think they might, frankly.

"I'm not sure they'll do anything while maintaining the status quo, but there are people over there (referring to Taiwan) who want independence. When you go for independence, you know, going for independence is a dangerous thing. They go for independence, which is like entering a war, and they think the United States will support them."

Trump warns Taiwan against independence: Shocking interview fully revealed

"I want to see the status quo, I'm telling you, I'm going to let you in: I want to see all the people who make chips in Taiwan come to the United States, because frankly, I think that's the best thing you can do, because it's a very intense situation. No doubt about it. As you know, we already have a lot of chip companies coming from Taiwan to the United States, and we expect to control 40% to 50% of the global chip industry by the end of my term. And I think it should be more. I think all those chip companies, if they're smart, will start going to Arizona and where they're building factories, and that will solve your problem." "After the Trump-Xi meeting, should Taiwanese people feel safer or more dangerous?

Trump: "Neutral. There's no change in U.S.-Taiwan policy. I would say I don't want to see anyone heading towards independence, and you know, we'd have to fly 9,500 miles to fight a war. I don't want that. I want them to calm down. I want China to calm down."

Will you approve arms sales to Taiwan?

Trump: "I haven't approved it yet. We'll see what happens. I might do it, or I might not. But we don't want a war. If we maintain the status quo, I think China will accept it. But we don't want someone saying, 'Let's go towards independence because the United States supports us.'"

Does Xi Jinping like it when you don't approve arms sales?

Trump: “I’d say ‘like’ might be too strong a word because he thinks I can just sign it and get it done, unlike Biden who can’t sign it. I’m putting it on hold for now, it depends on China. It’s a great bargaining chip for us, honestly, it’s a lot of weapons, $14 billion, a lot of weapons. But you know, statistically speaking, China is a very powerful country, and that’s a very small island.”

“You think about it, they’re only 59 miles away, 59 miles, and we’re 9,500 miles away. It’s a bit of a difficult problem.”

“That being said, if you look at Taiwan’s history, Taiwan has developed into what it is today because some of our presidents didn’t know what they were doing. Because if they were to import chips…” "Imposing tariffs won't make them (the chip industry) leave. It's all about Intel and our chip companies; they stole our chip industry. I've said this for years: they stole our chips. If we had a president in the past who said, 'We will impose a 100% tariff on chips; you can leave, you can build factories in Taiwan, but when you sell them back to the U.S., we will impose a 100% or 200% tariff,' we would never have lost our chip industry. We lost our chip industry, and now they're all coming back."

"I want to emphasize that it would be very wise for Taiwan to de-escalate the situation slightly, and it would also be very wise for China to de-escalate the situation slightly. Both sides should remain calm."