Housing transactions grow over 30% in March

Data compiled by Yung Ching Realty Group (永慶集團), one of the largest property sales agencies in Taiwan, indicated that transactions of homes, offices and shops nationwide grew 32 percent from February. Yung Ching said increased buying interest in ... ( read original story ...)

HondaJet to make first appearance in Hong Kong, Taipei

Greensboro-based Honda Aircraft Co. said Thursday that its $4.85 million HondaJet will make its first appearance in Hong Kong and Taipei next month, immediately following the Asian Business Aviation Conference and Exhibition in Shanghai, China. The company ... ( read original story ...)

Taiwan and Hong Kong: two cultures, one trip

Everyone knows that Hong Kong is the vibrant financial hub of Asia and that Taiwan leads the world with delicious rice noodles and the best cycling environment. But did you know that both destinations offer amazing scenery, trails, and golden beaches along ... ( read original story ...)

Taiwan court acquits 'Sunflower Movement' protesters

A prominent Taiwanese activist-turned-lawmaker who stormed parliament in 2014 protesting a China trade pact was acquitted with 21 other demonstrators on Friday over their roles in the so-called "Sunflower Movement". The rallies three years ago, which saw ... ( read original story ...)

Taiwan stocks fall; semiconductor, transportation shares down

Additionally, the financial subindex was down 0.07 percent. Among actively traded shares, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co , the world's largest contract chipmaker and a major Apple Inc supplier, was down 0.52 percent. The Taiwan dollar weakened T$0 ... ( read original story ...)

Taiwan's Fubon to sell out of Dutch insurer Delta Lloyd

TAIPEI Fubon Financial Holding Co (2881.TW) is planning to take a cash offer for its entire stake in Delta Lloyd (DLL.AS) from NN Group (NN.AS) amid concerns about the outlook for the two Dutch insurers' merger. The move follows Delta Lloyd's agreement to ... ( read original story ...)

HondaJet Adds Taipei, Hong Kong to Greater China Visit

Honda Aircraft, preparing to introduce the HondaJet to the Chinese market during next month’s Asian Business Aviation Conference and ... China with stops that will also include Hong Kong and Taipei. The aircraft first will appear on static display ... ( read original story ...)

Taipei gives its assurance to Muslim tourists

MUSLIM travellers can now visit Taipei without worrying about halal facilities as the city is fast becoming a Muslim-friendly destination. Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Malaysia representative James Chang Chi-Ping said necessary facilities are now ... ( read original story ...)

Taipei mayor draws ire for calling HK a boring place

Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je has embarked on an eight-day trip to promote his city as a tourist destination in Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, New Delhi and other Asian markets. Zheng Chujin, vice chairman of the Thai Tourism Business Association,was quoted as saying on ... ( read original story ...)

Chunghwa Telecom is industry's largest buyer of green energy

TAIPEI, Taiwan -- Chunghwa Telecom is on track to be the largest buyer of green energy in the telecommunications industry this year — clinching the top spot for the third straight year, reports said Thursday. The telecommunications giant reported that it ... ( read original story ...)

U.S., Taiwan hold technology licensing dialogue

Taipei, March 30 (CNA) The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs co-hosted a dialogue between technology licensing experts on Thursday in Taipei, to explore the legal framework and provide practical guidance for ... ( read original story ...)

Taiwan stocks slip tracking Asian shares; auto, plastics drag

Additionally, the financial subindex was also down 0.27 percent. Among actively traded shares, Taiwan's integrated steel maker China Steel slid as much as 0.59 percent. The Taiwan dollar softened T$0.034 to stand at T$30.319 to the U.S. dollar, distancing ... ( read original story ...)