The Counteroffensive with Tim Mak

The Counteroffensive with Tim Mak

Taiwan stinky tofu stalls hit by Iran war shock

As disruption in the Strait of Hormuz drives up pressure on oil-linked goods, including plastic, small vendors that make up the delicious night markets in Taiwan are being forced to improvise.

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Elaine Lin
Apr 15, 2026
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Hi, I'm Elaine from Taiwan. I'm pursuing a career in journalism by working with The Counteroffensive and The Iran War Dispatches. I hope to let the world know more about Taiwan’s story!
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