Why the appetite for overseas properties will grow

According to figures from Taiwan’s Interior Ministry, 1,086 Hong Kong people emigrated to the island last year, compared to 697 in 2014 and marking one of the highest figures in recent years. There have been many pamphlets in my letter box for property ... ( read original story ...)

Taiwan stocks rise to near 2-yr high on retail investor buying

TAIPEI, March 17 Taiwan stocks rose on Friday to their highest ... The electronics subindex rose 0.3 percent, while the financials subindex gained 0.3 percent. Among actively traded stocks, financial group CTBC Financial Holding was up 0.8 percent and ... ( read original story ...)

Taiwan says capable of strike against China

Taiwan said for the first time publicly that it is capable of launching missiles at China, as the government on Thursday unveiled a major defence report warning of increased risk of Chinese invasion. China still sees Taiwan as part of its territory to be ... ( read original story ...)

HTC Teaser Hints At New Smartphone Launch In March

HTC has launched two smartphones at the CES 2017, but a post on the company's Taiwanese Facebook Page is giving a serious hint that HTC U Ultra and HTC U Play aren't the only two handsets that it intends to introduce this year. The teaser posted by the ... ( read original story ...)

Taiwan Plans Military Spending Increase to Counter Rising China

Taiwan plans to raise its defense spending next year in an attempt to offset China’s growing military might. Defense spending is targeted to rise to 3 percent of gross domestic product in 2018, up from about 2 percent this year, Minister of National ... ( read original story ...)

Taiwan Military to Upgrade Fighters, Seek Stealth Capability

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan says it is planning to upgrade its F-16 fighter jets and will seek cutting-edge stealth aircraft from the United States in the face of a growing military threat from rival China. Thursday's announcement follows the release of this ... ( read original story ...)

Taiwan defence report warns of China invasion risk

Taiwan pledged Wednesday to build up its military in the face of an increased risk of invasion by China in a major defence ministry report that comes as ties with Beijing worsen. China still sees Taiwan as part of its territory to be brought back into its ... ( read original story ...)

Taiwan lesbian ordered to pay back groom

A judgement against a gay woman who married a man because of pressure from her family has sparked criticism in Taiwan as the island moves closer to legalising same-sex marriage. The woman was recently ordered by a court to return around Tw$500,000 ($16,130 ... ( read original story ...)

Shiseido celebrates 60 years in Taiwan

As 2017 marks 60 years in Taiwan for leading Japanese multinational personal care company Shiseido, we look at how it’s developed its presence and how the Taiwanese market is transforming. Shiseido first started its sales operations in Taiwan in 1957 as ... ( read original story ...)

TAITRA: Discover 3 shows blossoming with gifts from the heart

TAIPEI, TAIWAN--(Marketwired - Mar 14, 2017) - Cherry blossoms are blooming in Taipei to usher in three of Asia's best gift-related trade events with incredible creativity and value. The prime show, the 71 st Giftionery, showcases the business of gifts ... ( read original story ...)