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Crystal Soap & Precision Manufacturing

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Written by Peter Li-Chang Kuo ( Chinese ) Mencius once said: “When the Most High is about to place a great responsibility on a person , it first frustrates their spirit, exhausts their muscles and bones, starves their body, impoverishes them, and thwarts their plans. By doing so, it stimulates their mind, strengthens their resolve, and enhances their abilities.” (Gaozi II) In extremely harsh environments, if there is indeed a selection by the Most High, those who can respond to challenges, even when facing the most difficult tasks, can still overcome all obstacles and fulfill their missions. Today, someone mentioned that " Namchow Crystal Soap " is beneficial for people with sensitive skin. Namchow Crystal Soap is made from coconut oil, palm kernel oil, canola oil, and lye (sodium hydroxide extracted from sea salt). But for me, it was a tool I used for precision metal processing lubrication, which prevented American investors from failing in Taiwan and ultimately tu...

520 Presidential Inauguration Day

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Written by Peter Li-Chang Kuo ( Chinese ) For Taiwanese people, May 20 is " Presidential Inauguration Day "—filled with political atmosphere, not at all romantic, unlike in Mainland China , where young couples exchange gifts and celebrate with a sense of ritual. To me, May 20 is a day that witnessed a miracle—this was the pivotal moment when I brought "Barbie" back to life, helping tens of thousands of people keep their jobs, and creating a track record in socially responsible investing. Fig 1: Barbie in her storm age (1982~1984) There are two May 20s that stand out in my memory: May 20, 1978, and May 20, 1984. Let’s start with 1978: I went through intense political infighting in the military, yet managed to survive and emerge victorious. From being a platoon leader in the 310th Brigade, I was transferred to the 104th Division as an acting inspector. At the division headquarters, I hosted a small celebration for the inauguration of President Chiang Ching...