Taiwan's constitutional court heard a landmark case Friday that could make the island the first place in Asia to allow same-sex marriage. A panel of 14 grand justices heard a debate over a disputed law that critics say is unconstitutional because it ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan unveils $29 billion stimulus amid uncertainty over U.S., China
TAIPEI Taiwan announced a T$882.4 billion ($29 billion) stimulus package on Thursday to boost its export-driven economy in the face of uncertainty from its two largest trading partners, the United States and China. Taiwan's trade-reliant economy is showing ... ( read original story ...)
'We will shoot down your missiles': Enraged Taiwan to build its own submarines to protect itself and US bases from China after Beijing pointed 1,500 rockets at the island
Enraged Taiwan is planning to build new submarines to protect itself and US bases from China - and has vowed to shoot down any missiles fired at the island. Beijing has included new medium-range ballistic weapons in a terrifying arsenal of 1,500 rockets ... ( read original story ...)
Exclusive: Taiwan central bank seeks to limit fund flows, sources say, as currency surges
TAIPEI Taiwan's central bank is asking some custodian banks to stem the flow of fresh capital into its financial markets, two people with direct knowledge of the matter told Reuters on Wednesday, as the local dollar hovers at more than two-year highs. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan launches submarine project in face of China threat
Tsai called the launch of the submarine plan a "historic moment" at a naval base in southern city of Kaohsiung ... relations with Taipei after switching recognition to Beijing in 1979. But Taiwan has turned to the domestic submarine project after years ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan announces plan to build own submarines
KAOHSIUNG, Taiwan (AP) - Taiwan will build its own submarines to get around Beijing's efforts to prevent it from purchasing such craft from overseas and ensure an adequate defense against Chinese threats, President Tsai Ing-wen said Tuesday. During a visit ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan to build its own submarine, president vows on visit to 50-year-old vessel
KAOHSIUNG, Taiwan Taiwan will build its own submarines, President Tsai Ing-wen pledged on Tuesday, as the self-ruled island looks to fresh arms sales by the United States, accompanied by key submarine technology, to counter a growing military threat from ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan stocks hit nearly 2-year highs as TSMC climbs; T$ strengthens
TAIPEI, March 21 Taiwan stocks rose to a fresh near two-year high on Tuesday following news the island's export orders grew more than expected, paced by gains in tech exporters including Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC). As of 2:002:002:00 GMT ... ( read original story ...)
China warns US over arms sales to Taiwan
China on Monday reiterated its firm opposition to US arm sales to Taiwan, amid reports that Donald Trump's administration is preparing a large shipment of advanced weaponry for the self-ruling island. "China firmly opposes US arms sales to Taiwan, this is ... ( read original story ...)
“Don't use Taiwan”, Taipei frets ahead of Trump-Xi meeting
TAIPEI Taiwan's government, worried about being used as a pawn by China and the United States, said on Monday the self-ruled island must protect its own interests as concerns in Taipei rise ahead of an expected meeting of U.S and Chinese leaders. ( read original story ...)
Trump administration crafting new arms package for Taiwan: sources
The Trump administration is crafting a big new arms package for Taiwan that could include advanced rocket systems and anti-ship missiles to defend against China, U.S. officials said, a deal sure to anger Beijing. The package is expected to be significantly ... ( read original story ...)
Reinventing Taipei
Technically, it was well into autumn but the heat was still intense enough to force me to pause halfway through a long afternoon exploring Huashan 1914 Creative Park, a sprawling nature-slash-cultural complex smack in the middle of Taipei. I made my way to ... ( read original story ...)
Tram-train system to span 19 kilometers and have 9 stations: MOTC
The project is aimed at extending the Taipei Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system to the port city with a tram line, making travel between Taipei and Keelung easier and giving commuters more options. According to the proposed project, trams will leave their ... ( read original story ...)
Taipei looking to transform city into test ground for IoT applications
The city government of Taipei, Taiwan is looking to cooperate with enterprises ... The Taipei government also welcomes enterprises to apply for cooperation and is currently working on project planning to help nurture enterprises on IoT developments. ( 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 ...)
Vivid Color Apartment in the Downtown of Taipei City / Waterfrom Design
Situated in the Downtown core of Taipei City, Vivid Color Apartment is a 100 sq.m fabulous ... year Architizer A+ Awards in the Commercial/office High-Rise category for our Project H in H ... 15-03-2017 21:43 Cité Internationale Paul Ric? ( read original story ...)