Taiwan in talks with Honolulu over Chinatown Cultural Plaza: MOFAStaff Writer, with CNAThe Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said Tuesday it has been in talks over the potential rebuilding of the Taiwan government-owned Chinatown Cultural Plaza in Honolulu, following repeated complaints from the city’s Mayor Rick Blangiardi that the property has become a magnet for crime. In response, MOFA told CNA on Tuesday that Taiwan’s government “attaches great importance to Mayor Blangiardi’s concerns” over the Chinatown Cultural Plaza and “has taken concrete steps to address these issues,” without providing further details. MOFA said that Taiwan’s representative office in Honolulu will continue to assess the possibility of rebuilding the plaza and maintain close contact with the Honolulu city government over the matter. Regarding poor public order near the plaza, MOFA said it respects the local government’s authority to take steps to address the problem. MOFA added that the plaza will review and enhance its security and safety management plans and work closely with the city government to uphold public order in the area.

Source: Taipei Times February 10, 2026 17:21 UTC