The Legislative Yuan’s Finance Committee yesterday passed a draft amendment to the Commodity Tax Act (貨物稅條例) that would exempt sugar-free drinks from taxes, in an effort to promote health. Lawmakers ...
Taiwan’s Starlux Orders More Airbus A350s
The carrier recently launched service between Taipei and Ontario, California, its fourth destination in the U.S. It is also slated to add service to Phoenix.
Gamuda JV brings metro trams to Taiwan
Gamuda Bhd has inked an agreement to procure up to 23 metro trams for Taiwan's New Taipei City in a deal potentially worth nearly RM1bil.
Taiwan Receives ‘Narwhal’ Submarine Boost Against China’s Invasion Fleet
Taiwan has achieved a major defense milestone, successfully completing the first phase of sea trials for its inaugural domestically built submarine, the Narwhal. -The diesel-electric submarine sailed ...
Taiwan Seen Holding Benchmark Rate Due to Tariff Uncertainty
Taiwan is likely to hold its benchmark interest rate for the fifth straight quarter as it considers worries about tariffs, the economy and inflation – though a surge in the local currency provides ...
Top Industries for Investment in Taiwan
Taiwan has long been a strategic economic hub in Asia, with both a resilient economy and a culture that encourages innovation. Here are the top industries for investment in Taiwan.
U.S.-China Tech Fight Widens After Taiwan Blacklists Huawei
Tensions escalated after Taiwan's president President Lai Ching-te was elected last year. Beijing has accused him of seeking independence and destabilizing the region.
Taiwan’s Starlux orders 10 more Airbus A350 long-haul jets
Taiwan's Starlux Airlines has placed an order for 10 more Airbus A350 long-haul jets, the two companies said at the Paris Airshow on Wednesday.
Nvidia’s arrival in Taipei sparks AI hub makeover for expo hall
Nvidia has selected Taipei as the site of its first overseas research and operations headquarters, a move that has stirred both excitement and concern within Taiwan's tech industry. The decision is ...
Taiwan starts sea tests of first domestically built submarine
Taiwan has started sea trials of its first domestically built submarine, as it upgrades its military capabilities to defend against a potential Chinese attack. The vessel is part of a submarine ...
China Taiwan Conflict Taiwan to Produce Its Own Blood Bags Amid Rising China Tensions
Amid growing tensions with China, Taiwan is taking major steps to strengthen its emergency preparedness — starting with the domestic production of blood bags, a critical medical supply in times of war ...
Taiwan Minister Backs Carbon Market for Japan, Korea and Taiwan
Taiwan, Japan and South Korea could form a single carbon market in the future, Taiwan Minister of the Environment Chi-Ming Peng said in an interview.
Trump’s $499 ‘U.S.-built’ smartphone will most likely be made in China
The Trump Organization’s newly announced smartphone will most likely be made in China, experts say, despite claims that the device will be manufactured in the U.S.Owned President Donald Trump, the ...
Chunghwa Telecom kicks off 2025 digital innovative competition, focusing on 7 application areas
Chunghwa Telecom (CHT) kicked off its CHT Digital Innovative Application Series Competition, aiming to foster startups in Taiwan and promote the development of AI applications in seven major sectors.
Meet the Featured Startups at GTC Taipei 2025
NVIDIA pioneered accelerated computing to tackle challenges where normal computers cannot. From deep learning and scientific research to autonomous machines and digital twins, accelerated computing is ...
US Lawmakers’ Talks With Top Taiwan Official Risk Irking China
A group of US lawmakers held a rare publicly disclosed meeting with Taiwan’s top defense official, a discussion that risks spurring China to step up its military intimidation of the democracy.