Frustration over cost-of-living issues is one of the top challenges facing new President Lai Ching-te, who won election in January with just 40% of the vote. His Democratic Progressive Party also lost ...
In China, weight-loss drugs are becoming big business
Ozempic is big business in China. Last year, the Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk doubled its sales of the diabetes drug in the country to almost $700m – 5 percent of Ozempic’s global sales.
Pernicious collusion seeks to erase Beijing’s redline on Taiwan question: China Daily editorial
The visiting US delegation is scheduled to meet with the island's independence-minded new leader, Lai Ching-te, and his deputy, Hsiao Bi-khim and other senior local officials, to discuss the island's ...
Taiwan’s Gogoro to receive NT$1.62 billion investment from Gold Sino
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Taiwan's electric scooter maker Gogoro announced on Tuesday (June 3) that Gold Sino Assets Limited (Gold Sino) has agreed to invest US$50 million (NT$1.62 billion) in the ...
Not ruling out using military force to defend Taiwan, says Prez Biden
Biden said he has made clear to Chinese President Xi Jinping that the United States will not seek independence for Taiwan as Washington had agreed with Beijing ...
US contractors and ex-marine commander arrive in Taiwan to meet leaders and attend defence forum amid rising tension
The group arrived in Taipei on Monday and are expected to attend the Taiwan-US Defence Industry Forum and visit Taiwan’s top weapons builder and its chief aerospace company.
US arms contractors arrive in Taiwan for defence forum
Former US Marine Corps Forces Pacific commander Steven Rudder expected to deliver opening address to closed-door gathering.
Vive la Taipei
When asked whether French entrepreneurs were ever reluctant to do business in Taiwan due to geopolitical concerns, Peden — who has been resident in Taiwan for 13 years and is a shareholder in popular ...
Allegations of Forced Labor at Japanese Auto Parts Supplier in Taiwan
Japanese automakers face the risk of human rights violations in Taiwan. Local subsidiaries and partner companies employ migrant workers from countries such as Vietnam, the Philippines, and ...
Shining Bright atop Taipei 101, GIGABYTE Redefines AI Evolution Accelerated by Next-Generation Computing at COMPUTEX
TAIPEI, June 03, 2024--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Renowned globally for its research and development capabilities, GIGABYTE Technology will exhibit its products and solutions at COMPUTEX from June 4 to June 7 ...
China’s defence minister, Zelenskiy dominate Shangri-La Dialogue’s last day
Chinese defence chief Dong Jun's speech comes a day after U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told delegates the Indo-Pacific region remains a key focus for the United States.
Bullying tactics boosting Taiwan support: Armitage
Several months later, North Korea invaded,” he said. “So, I would say it’s bad business to try to put anything in an order.” As for whether tensions in the Taiwan Strait would worsen under Lai, ...
Nvidia Boss, Top Chip CEOs To Lay Out AI Plans At Taiwan Expo
The world's biggest heavyweights in chipmaking and artificial intelligence will converge this week for Taiwan's premier tech expo, with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang expected to get a rockstar reception at ...
BenQ Group at 2024 COMPUTEX Taipei
At COMPUTEX 2024, the Group will once again take on the challenge of ISO 20121, committed to achieving the vision of carbon inventory and zero-waste upholstery. This will result in the creation of an ...
Money, weapons and secret meetings: What the Pentagon is doing to arm Taiwan
But it’s not like America’s partner in question doesn’t have practice, said Rupert Hammond-Chambers, head of the US-Taiwan Business Council. “They’ve been living with this threat for decades,” he said ...
Nvidia’s Founder Leads Business Leaders Summit On AI’s Future
Jensen Huang of Nvidia Corp. will serve as the head of a unique chance for the most influential executives in the industry to convene and strategize the future of AI and computing: a conference of ...