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Taiwan Presidential Office Launches 2026 Drone Competition Excluding Red Supply Chain：The Presidential Office of Taiwan announced the official launch of the Presidential Cup 2026 Drone Competition during a press conference on July 28, 2026. Secretary-General to the President Pan Men-an stated that the competition focuses on the themes of democratic alliance and non-red supply chains, aiming to cultivate technology application talent. Official rules explicitly state that any equipment or products linked to the red supply chain are disqualified from participating in the event. Taiwan Presidential Office Launches

Kumamoto Earthquake Disrupts Taiwan Flights as China Airlines and Starlux Divert to Fukuoka：A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Japan's Kumamoto Prefecture on July 28, prompting Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) to close its runway temporarily for inspection and disrupting several flights from Taiwan. According to airline statements reported by local media, China Airlines flight CI194 from Taipei Taoyuan to Kumamoto held before diverting to Fukuoka. Starlux Airlines flight JX316 from Taichung to Kumamoto also diverted to Fukuoka International Airport (FUK). Kumamoto Earthquake Disrupts Taiwan

Boeing Reports Q2 Revenue of $24.6 Billion, 171 Commercial Deliveries：Boeing reported second quarter revenue of $24.6 billion, a GAAP loss per share of $0.67, and a core loss per share (non-GAAP) of $0.76. Operating cash flow was $1.4 billion and free cash flow (non-GAAP) was $0.6 billion. CEO Kelly Ortberg said operations are more stable and key certification programs remain on plan. Boeing Reports Q2 Revenue of 24.6