Taiwan’s ambitious offshore wind plans are facing a significant challenge as the island nation grapples with a dispute with the European Union over local content requirements. The contentious issue, centered on Rounds 3.1 and 3.2 of Taiwan’s offshore wind auctions, has raised concerns about the potential retroactive application of these requirements. However, Dr. Chung-Hsien Chen from Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs has provided reassurance, emphasizing that retroactive application is not being considered.