Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen Tsai on Tuesday called the construction of the new fleet of domestically-developed submarines a 'historic milestone' for Taiwan's defensive capabilities. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Expanding Submarine Fleet As China Threat Grows
Taiwan began construction on a fleet of indigenous submarines on Tuesday, the latest move by the out-gunned island to bolster its defences against increasingly bellicose threats from Beijing. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan’s leader launches production of domestically made sub
Taiwan’s president has inaugurated the production of domestically made submarines in the southern city of Kaohsiung, in a step forward for the island’s defense strategy at a time of elevated tensions ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Says Is Having ‘Good Interactions’ With Biden Team
Taiwan has been having "good interactions" with U.S. President-elect Joe Biden's team, the foreign ministry said on Tuesday, as it seeks to cement ties with the incoming administration after getting ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan to Protect Sovereignty With New Submarines Amid China Tensions
Taiwan, which China claims as its own territory, has been for years working to revamp its submarine force, some of which date back to World War Two, and is no match for China's fleet, which includes ... ( read original story ...)
After Trump, Biden Faces Pressure to Stand Up to China by Embracing Taiwan
In his final days in office, President Trump is trying to undermine Beijing by showing support for Taiwan. President-elect Biden will likely follow a similar path — without the pugnacity. ( read original story ...)
Continued Support Predicted For Taiwan Stock Market
(RTTNews) - The Taiwan stock market on Monday halted the two-day slide in which it had fallen almost 60 points or 0.4 percent. The Taiwan Stock Exchange now rests just above the 13,875-point plateau ... ( read original story ...)
US Navy admiral visits Taiwan as Trump admin solidifies ties before exit
A senior United States naval official visited Taiwan Sunday, as the outgoing Trump administration continued to strengthen ties with the self-ruled island in its last weeks, further riling Beijing and ... ( read original story ...)
Good News for Fintechs: Taiwan Announces Plans to Streamline Payments Regulations
Two separate legal regimes currently govern Taiwan’s payment institution and electronic money industries: On electronic money, the Act Governing Issuance of Electronic Stored Value Card ... ( read original story ...)
US-China-Taiwan: how will Biden change the balance?
The US president-elect is expected to walk a fine line that offers support to Taipei but does not antagonise Beijing. ( read original story ...)
Taipei Exchange is Making Sustainability a Cornerstone of the Capital Market
TAIPEI, Taiwan--(Business Wire)--The Taipei Exchange (TPEx) announced the “Operational Directions for Sustainability Bonds” on October 6, 2020. This paved the way for sustainability bonds to be listed ... ( read original story ...)
Thousands of people took to the streets of Taiwan to protest against the import of US pork
Thousands of people marched on Sunday demanding the reversal of a decision to allow US pork imports into Taiwan, alleging food safety issues. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan voices hope for trade deal after economic talks with US
Taipei, Washington hold talks on issues including science and technology, supply chain restructuring, and 5G networks. ( read original story ...)
Meet Taipei 2020 kicked off at Taipei Expo Dome
Meet Taipei Startup Festival, the only physical large-scale event for Asian startups this year and organized by Business Next Media, was opened on November 18 at Taipei Expo Dome and Yuanshan Plaza ... ( read original story ...)
China says it will respond to U.S. admiral visit to Taiwan
China will respond to the reported visit of a U.S. Navy admiral to Taiwan and firmly opposes any military relations between Taipei and Washington, China's Foreign Ministry said on Monday. ( read original story ...)
U.S., Taiwan to enter talks on tech cooperation
U.S. Under Secretary of State Keith Krach announced Friday that the United States and Taiwan will kick off talks on technology cooperation after both sides wrapped up an economic partnership dialogue ... ( read original story ...)